ISKL Takes a Chance on Mamma Mia!
As audience members stepped into the Robert B. Gaw Theatre foyer, greeted by cast members dressed as airline crew who gave them goodie bags with light sticks, glowing sunglasses, and bubble wands, it was immediately clear that ISKL’s Mamma Mia! The Musical would be an immersive experience.
5 November 2025
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Anticipation buzzed through the air as everyone prepared to embark on a musical journey to the sun-drenched island of Kalokairi, brought to life by ABBA’s timeless hits and the infectious energy of ISKL’s High School Performing Arts team.Featuring 68 cast members, a student and faculty orchestra, a dedicated student and employee technical team, and nearly 300 costumes, the production’s energy was contagious from the very start. When the curtain rose on Donna’s taverna, the set perfectly captured the charm of a rustic Greek village. The technical crew delivered seamless transitions and lighting, creating onstage magic from behind the scenes.From the opening solo of "I Have a Dream" to the ensemble finale's joyful rendition of “Waterloo”, every performance stood out. The "Dancing Queen" sequence was a definite highlight, celebrating friendship and fun that had the entire audience singing along.
The success of Mamma Mia! reflected ISKL’s community-wide collaboration. The orchestra brought ABBA’s timeless songs to life, while student-led stage and technical crews managed sound, lighting, and transitions with professionalism. Faculty and parent volunteers supported direction, coaching, costumes, and props, demonstrating ISKL’s commitment to experiential learning through the arts.Head over to www.iskl.edu.my to explore ISKL’s full range of co-curricular and arts opportunities!About ISKLSince 1965, The International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL) has been a center of excellence in international education. ISKL is a co-educational, private, non-profit school responsible for the learning journey of over 1,800 students aged 3-18, representing more than 70 nationalities, at its campus in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.ISKL offers a robust international curriculum that combines leading North American educational frameworks and global best practices. This curriculum, which recognizes that students are on a lifelong learning journey, is driven by ISKL's purpose to prepare our students for life itself. We believe in the importance of helping students shape their own paths, supporting them in discovering their passions, developing their competencies, and having an ethical impact on the world. At ISKL, every student's journey is unique, and we are committed to nurturing their growth.ISKL is accredited internationally through the Council of International Schools (CIS) and in the United States through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Across its divisions, ISKL strongly focuses on service and sustainability and is a member of the Eco-Schools organization and the Green Schools Alliance.
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