Duration
2 hrs 30 mins
Closing Date
Until February 16, 2025
Age limit
Suitable for 6+ ##Know Before You Go
Why Watch Mrs. Doubtfire?
- Mrs. Doubtfire is a musical based on the hit 1993 film of the same name. It is a heartfelt comedy musical that delivers positive messages about love and relationships.
- The talented cast of actors like Gabriel Vick as Daniel Hillard and Carla Dixon-Hernandez as Lydia Hillard will make you fall in love with their performances.
- Four-time Tony Award-winning director Jerry Zaks has done justice in portraying the plot and in delivering the message about fatherhood and family.
- Grab your tickets today to Mrs. Doubtfire musical London and treat yourself to some good theatre musical bliss!
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.
Storyline
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.
Show timings
- The timings are subject to change every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Top songs
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.
Shaftesbury Theatre
The Shaftesbury Theatre opened as The Princes Theatre in 1911 with a production of The Three Musketeers. The most recent theatre to be built on Shaftesbury Avenue, the Shaftesbury Theatre was designed by Bertie Crewe for the Melville brothers to function as a house for melodrama. The theatre interiors are lavishly decorated with statues showcasing comedy, tragedy, poetry, and music, along with impressive paintings. In 1921, Gilbert and Sullivan’s operettas played a season at the theatre performed by the D’Oyly Carte Opera Company, which is operational to date. Seating Capacity: 1400 The Shaftesbury Theatre Seating Plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Getting There
- Address: 210 Shaftesbury Ave, London WC2H 8DP, UK
- By metro:
The nearest tube stations to the Shaftesbury Theatre are Tottenham Court Road (Central and Northern lines) and Holborn (Central and Piccadilly lines).
- By train:
If you wish to take a train to the theatre, the Charing Cross station is the closest.
- By bus:
Several bus routes serve nearby stops including 1, 8, 14, 19, 24, 25, 29, 38, 55, 98, 134 and 176.
Facilities & Accessibility
Amenities: Dining outlets, Cloak room, Toilets, Souvenir shop
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, Elevator access, Service animals allowed
Additional Information
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.
Tickets Redemption
You will receive an email with your Mrs. Doubtfire voucher. Please display the same on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID.
Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
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.
