A HIT musical is set to bring some summer fun to the region before the winter blues have a chance to set in.

Mamma Mia! is taking to the stage at Sunderland Empire for a four week run as part of its first ever UK tour.

Bringing to live the songs of Abba, the hugely popular stage show is a tale of love and friendship on a Greek island.

The cast will be bringing the ultimate feel-good party and a touch of sunshine to the theatre until November 11.

The musical, which has run for more than ten years in the West End, tells the story of Sophie’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings her mother –Donna – face to face with three men from her distant romantic past on the eve of a wedding they’ll never forget.

Tickets are available from the box office on High Street West, by calling 0844 871 3022 or online at www.ATGtickets.com/Sunderland