Mrs Doubtfire Musical to Embark on UK and Ireland Tour
In a move that is set to delight fans of the comedy musical, Mrs Doubtfire will embark on its first-ever UK and Ireland tour, according to WhatsOnStage. The news comes hot on the heels of the musical’s closing night in the West End, marking a new chapter in the life of this stage phenomenon.
The musical, which is based on the much-loved film of the same name starring Robin Williams, follows the story of a divorced man who tries desperately to see his children, resulting in the creation of a Scottish nanny. First seen on Broadway, Mrs Doubtfire made its way to London, where it was met with positive reviews, with WhatsOnStage describing it as a "thoroughly enjoyable musical that wears its heart on its sleeve".
The creative team behind Mrs Doubtfire boasts an impressive list of talents, including original music and lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick, and a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell (Something Rotten!). The direction is by Tony winner Jerry Zaks (Hello, Dolly!), choreography by Lorin Latarro (Waitress), and music supervision, arrangements and orchestrations by Ethan Popp (Tina: The Tina Turner Musical). The scenic design is by David Korins (Hamilton), costume design by Catherine Zuber (Moulin Rouge! The Musical), lighting design by Philip S Rosenberg (Pretty Woman The Musical), sound design by Brian Ronan (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical), hair design by David Brian Brown (Frozen), casting by Stuart Burt (Cabaret) and children’s casting by Verity Naughton. The production is produced by Kevin McCollum and Jamie Wilson and is presented by special arrangement with Buena Vista Theatrical.
As reported by WhatsOnStage, lead casting for the tour has also been confirmed, although further casting announcements are yet to be made. The tour will open at Birmingham Hippodrome in August 2026, with a complete list of announced dates available to view. Fans can expect more dates to be confirmed in the coming weeks.
The news of the tour has been met with excitement from fans of the musical, who will be eager to experience the story of Mrs Doubtfire live on stage. As WhatsOnStage noted, the musical is a "thoroughly enjoyable" production that has captured the hearts of audiences in the West End. With its talented creative team and confirmed lead casting, the UK and Ireland tour of Mrs Doubtfire is set to be a must-see event for musical theatre enthusiasts.
In conclusion, the UK and Ireland tour of Mrs Doubtfire is a significant development in the life of this popular musical. With its first-ever tour of the region, fans will have the opportunity to experience the story of Mrs Doubtfire live on stage. As WhatsOnStage reported, the tour will open at Birmingham Hippodrome in August 2026, with more dates to be confirmed.
