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Mrs. Doubtfire The Musical Announces First UK and Ireland Tour for 2026
Published on
April 30, 2025
By
Julia Jordan
Beloved Comedy Musical Hits the Road Following West End Success

Following a celebrated West End run, the smash-hit musical comedy Mrs. Doubtfire will tour the UK and Ireland for the first time in 2026, beginning in Birmingham next August. Based on the much-loved film and starring Gabriel Vick in the title role, the tour will visit major cities across the country, including Newcastle, Plymouth, Leeds, Glasgow, and Southampton, with more venues still to be announced.
The musical tells the story of Daniel Hillard, an out-of-work actor who disguises himself as Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire in a desperate attempt to stay in his children's lives following a messy divorce. What begins as a ruse soon transforms into a heartwarming and hilarious journey of self-discovery and family.
Gabriel Vick to Reprise Acclaimed West End Role
West End star Gabriel Vick will reprise his role as Daniel Hillard/Mrs. Doubtfire, following critical acclaim for his performance in London. His extensive stage credits include Avenue Q, Once, Scrooge, Sunny Afternoon, and Chariots of Fire. Vick also has numerous film and television credits, including roles in Les Misérables, The Invisible Woman, and Christmas on Mistletoe Farm.
Speaking on the announcement, Vick 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!”
Creative Team and Production
Mrs. Doubtfire: The Musical features:
Original Music and Lyrics: Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick
Book: Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell
Direction: Jerry Zaks (four-time Tony Award winner)
Choreography: Lorin Latarro
Music Supervision and Orchestrations: Ethan Popp
Scenic Design: David Korins (Hamilton)
Costume Design: Catherine Zuber (Moulin Rouge!)
Lighting Design: Philip S. Rosenberg
Hair Design: David Brian Brown
Casting: Stuart Burt
Children’s Casting Director: Verity Naughton
The show is produced by Kevin McCollum and Jamie Wilson, and is presented by special arrangement with Buena Vista Theatrical.
Tour Dates and Venues (First Announced)
13 Aug – 19 Sept 2026 – Birmingham Hippodrome
23 Sept – 11 Oct 2026 – Newcastle Theatre Royal
20 Oct – 8 Nov 2026 – Theatre Royal Plymouth
10 – 29 Nov 2026 – Leeds Grand Theatre
12 Jan – 31 Jan 2027 – King's Theatre Glasgow
2 – 28 Feb 2027 – Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
Additional venues and dates will be announced in the coming months.
With a heartfelt story, laugh-out-loud humour, and an award-winning creative team behind it, Mrs. Doubtfire: The Musical is set to delight audiences nationwide when it embarks on its first ever UK and Ireland tour in 2026. Fans of the film and newcomers alike can expect a joyous evening of theatrical fun for the whole family.
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