Mrs Doubtfire Musical to Embark on First UK and Ireland Tour in 2027
The highly anticipated musical adaptation of the beloved film, Mrs Doubtfire, is set to take the UK and Ireland by storm with its first-ever tour, starting at the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton on February 2, 2027. According to a report from the Daily Echo, the musical will feature Gabriel Vick as Daniel Hillard, following his acclaimed performances in the West End.
The story revolves around out-of-work actor Daniel, who, after losing custody of his children in a divorce, creates the alter ego of Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire to stay in their lives. As Daniel loses himself in his new character, Mrs Doubtfire teaches him valuable lessons about fatherhood. The musical features original music and lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick, and a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell.
Gabriel Vick, who will be playing the title character, expressed his excitement about bringing the beloved story to audiences across the UK and Ireland. "I am delighted to be bringing the beloved Mrs Doubtfire direct from London to audiences throughout the UK and Ireland," he said. "The musical is full of the moments you know and love from the film and also packed with brilliant new songs. It is heartwarming, hilarious, and going to be so much fun for the whole family. See you there, Poppets."
The Daily Echo reports that Gabriel Vick has an impressive list of credits, including TV shows and films such as Christmas on Mistletoe Farm, Raging Grace, Nativity Rocks, The Invisible Woman, Les Miserables, Eastenders, and My Family. He has also appeared in West End productions like Avenue Q, Scrooge, Promises Promises, Sunny Afternoon, Once, Chariots of Fire, and The Tempest.
Jamie Wilson, producer of the musical, praised Gabriel Vick’s performance, saying, "Gabriel Vick’s performance as Mrs Doubtfire is truly remarkable, bringing so much warmth and charm to the character. He is a true star on stage, and we are so proud to have him leading our talented cast." Wilson also expressed his excitement about bringing the musical to audiences across the country, stating, "On behalf of Kevin McCollum and myself, producing Mrs Doubtfire in the West End has been an incredible experience, and we’re delighted that audiences across the country will now get to embrace everybody’s favourite nanny for themselves."
Tickets for the musical will be available for purchase from May 9, 2025. Fans of the film and newcomers alike can look forward to a heartwarming and hilarious production that promises to be a fun experience for the whole family. The musical’s run at the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton will be a welcome addition to the city’s entertainment scene, following the announcement of other productions, such as the Bluey stage show, which is set to return to the theatre in 2026.
The news of the musical’s UK and Ireland tour was first reported by the Daily Echo, which has been a reliable source of information for entertainment news in the region. With its talented cast, catchy music, and heartwarming story, the Mrs Doubtfire musical is sure to be a hit with audiences across the UK and Ireland. As reported by the Daily Echo, the musical’s first UK and Ireland tour will be a must-see event for fans of the film and live theatre.
Further casting for the tour is yet to be announced, and fans can stay tuned for more updates on the production. The Daily Echo will likely provide updates on the tour and the production as more information becomes available.
