A West End show is coming to Taihape - and its cast are all Rangitīkei locals.
Rehearsals are in full swing for the Taihape Drama Club's production of the musical Mamma Mia! - billed as "Taihape's biggest show yet" - which will be performed in April.
The high-energy show, based around songs by Abba, tells the story of feisty tavern owner and former girl-band singer Donna, and her daughter Sophie, as they prepare for Sophie's wedding, while trying to confirm the identity of Sophie's father.
The romantic comedy includes Abba classics such as Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia and Money Money Money.
Director Wendy Revell, who has worked on a number of successful shows throughout New Zealand, is at the helm.