A hit West End and Broadway musical is set to come to Southampton as part of its first UK and Ireland tour in 2027, the Echo can reveal.

Mrs Doubtfire is set to take over the Mayflower Theatre on Commercial Road with performances from February 2 to 28, 2027.

The musical tells the story of 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 UK and Ireland tour will feature Gabriel Vick as Daniel Hillard, following his acclaimed performances in the West End.

He has also appeared in Avenue Q, Scrooge, Promises Promises, Sunny Afternoon, Once, Chariots of Fire, The Tempest, and many more.

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His impressive credits also include TV shows and films such as Christmas on Mistletoe Farm, Raging Grace, Nativity Rocks, The Invisible Woman, Les Miserables, Eastenders, and My Family.

Mrs Doubtfire will go on its first UK and Ireland tour in 2027.Mrs Doubtfire will go on its first UK and Ireland tour in 2027. (Image: Manuel Harlan) Gabriel said: "I am delighted to be bringing the beloved Mrs Doubtfire direct from London to audiences throughout the UK and Ireland.

"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."

Further casting for the tour is yet to be announced.

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Producer Jamie Wilson said: "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.

Gabriel Vick will play the title character of Mrs Doubtfire.Gabriel Vick will play the title character of Mrs Doubtfire. (Image: Manuel Harlan) "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."

The musical features original music and lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick, and a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell.

Tickets will be available for purchase from May 9, 2025.