Mrs. Doubtfire is an absolute masterpiece of comedy and drama. It narrates the story of a man who has lost almost everything following a divorce. What makes this plot special is how he does not give up and lets his desperation and love for his kids turn him into a Scottish nanny. The musical is a hysterically funny and emotional one with brilliant direction by four-time Tony Award-winner Jerry Zaks. This is a heartwarming musical that will make you feel happy throughout.
Mrs. Doubtfire tells the story of Daniel, a divorced actor, and father of 3 children. The divorce ends up with him losing custody of his kids. In his desperation to keep them close, he disguises himself as Mrs. Doubtfire, an aging female Scottish housekeeper, so that he can work in his ex-wife's house and spend more time with his children. His ex-wife and his children are, of course, completely fooled by the deception, leading to poignancy when he hears himself discussed by them. It all works out well but how long can this go on? Buy tickets to Mrs. Doubtfire musical in London to find out.
Starring: Gabriel Vick as Daniel Hillard, Carla Dixon-Hernandez as Lydia Hillard, Cameron Blakely as Frank Hillard
Director: Jerry Zaks
Choreographer: Lorin Latarro
Music & Lyrics: Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick
The musical is peppered with songs from the 1993 Twentieth Century Fox film of the same name. Merrily tap your feet along to these songs that add a magical touch to this already special story. Songs like What's Wrong With This Picture, I Want To Be There, Make Me a Woman, Mr. Jolly Theme, Easy Peasy, and others have been brought to life on the musical stage by Tony Award-winning duo Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick.
The Shaftesbury Theatre, located on Shaftesbury Avenue, is a West End theatre. It opened in 1911 as the New Prince's Theater. On 20 July 1973, a part of the ceiling fell leading to its closure. The theatre reopened with West Side Story a year later. In March 2006, the theatre underwent a large refurbishment, the entire stalls and dress circle being reseated, redecorated and the front of house area was also renovated. Ever since, the theatre has hosted many revivals, including the European premiere of the Tony Award-winning Broadway hit Hairspray.
Seating Capacity: 1,400
The Shaftesbury Theatre Seating Plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Address: 210 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, WC2H 8DP
Tube: The closest tube station is Tottenham Court Road, Holborn, Covent Garden, just a 7-minute walk from the Shaftesbury Theatre.
Train: If you wish to take a train to the theatre, the Charing Cross station is the closest.
Available Facilities: Elevators
Accessibility: Elevators, wheelchair accessibility, and restrooms.
Security: Please be aware that for your comfort and security all audience members will be subject to security checks upon arrival at the Shaftesbury Theatre.
Dress Code: Smart and casual wear or semi-formals are recommended. Keep in mind, that most London theaters are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.
Outside Food: Outside food is strictly prohibited inside this venue.
Mrs Doubtfire feels like it melds the best of past and present, offering a dose of nostalgia that's more complicated than Mary Poppins's spoonful of sugar - but just as sweet.
Alice Saville, The Timeout
my kids had a winderful time and they were laughing throughout the show. was pleasent experience for myself and my kids
We enjoyed the show. Was funny . Only thing when I arrived at the theatre my tickets would not appear in the app. However a member of staff on the door was very helpful he advised me to go to the box office and that they would print them for me. So all worked out thank you
the kind service in the entrance with finding the tickets. the bar the view from our seats and the professional level of the show
The lead actor is super talented!!!!!! Everyone was good but without him, you don't have a show. It was the perfect entertainment on a rainy sunday.
Mrs Doubtfire musical was very enjoyable with lots of humour yet assuring message that all types of families should be accepted and "love wins all" as
The cost of the tickets will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
Mrs. Doubtfire opens on 12 May 2023 at Shaftesbury Theatre.
Mrs. Doubtfire does not have a strict age limit. However, it is most suitable for children aged 6 and above.
Mrs. Doubtfire is playing at Shaftesbury Theatre in London and opens on 12 May 2023.
The running time of Mrs. Doubtfire is 2 hr 30 min with a 20 min intermission.
The main stars of Mrs. Doubtfire are Gabriel Vick as Daniel Hillard, Carla Dixon-Hernandez as Lydia Hillard, and Cameron Blakely as Frank Hillard.