WHOEVER said flares and dodgy haircuts would go out of fashion?

Some 45 year on from the iconic Eurovision win that spring-boarded them into superstardom, one of the biggest selling pop bands of all time, Abba will be celebrated with a tribute show at The Courtyard in Hereford.

It’s almost enough to make folks cry,’ Mamma Mia’, but that’s a different show altogether, in fact, and this one’s called ‘Arrival’.

A spokesman said: “ This multi award-winning show is returning for 2019 following sell out shows in over 20 countries worldwide, bringing the magic of Abba to stages across the UK.

“We have been performing as Abba for over 20 years now, and the show has evolved quite a lot. Over the years we have added more and more songs and costumes, and we are constantly striving to make the show bigger and better with each year.

“We love it. We really enjoy every minute.”

The spokesman added: “The music of Abba appeals to all age groups because it’s joyful and infectious. You just can’t help smiling when you hear the first few bars of Dancing Queen or Mamma Mia.

“Arrival - The Hits of Abba is an energetic, upbeat, vibrant, colourful and spectacular extrabbaganza! A non-stop party and a great night for all the family.”

The high-energy production features Abba’s best loved hits including ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Super Trouper’, ‘Voulez Vous’, and of course ‘Waterloo’, plus many more.

The spokesman said: “With a winning formula of fantastic harmonies, authentic costumes and first-class vocals and musicians, Arrival brings to life the extraordinary song-writing talents of Benny and Bjorn, recreating the true feel and thrill of a live ABBA show.

The date for the diary is January 19

For tour dates, tickets and more information, visit www.abba-arrival.co.uk