Mrs. Doubtfire – The Musical at Benedum Center Pittsburgh

Mark your calendars, because come Friday 1st December 2023, the vibrant city of Pittsburgh will echo with the giggles and harmonies of one of the most exceptional and latest musicals, Mrs. Doubtfire - The Musical. The Benedum Center will welcome you, and the celebrated tale of Mrs. Doubtfire will unfold magnificently on its stage.

Consider this your exclusive invitation to dive into the lives of the Hillard family. Here, Daniel Hillard, an out-of-work actor and father, takes extreme measures that challenge his wife to her limits, leading her to understand that divorce is her desired path. After a messy legal battle, Daniel loses custody of his offspring. Driven by a sense of urgency to be with his children, he creates an alter ego, Euphegenia Doubtfire, a Scots au pair who energetically crashes into the household, permanently changing the Hillard family dynamic. The home is now a stage for surprises, startling revelations, and uproarious mirth, as Daniel sets out on a journey that redefines fatherhood, all while Mrs. Doubtfire takes on a character all her own. What might imaginably go awry when there are prosthetic breasts, artificial teeth, wigs, stockings, and a Scottish brogue intertwined in an complicated act of disguise?

The captivating 'Mrs. Doubtfire - The Musical' manages to encapsulate all the triumphs of the original film, while bringing a fresh perspective. The on-stage intimacy achieved by the actors as they embody their characters and their journeys enhances the emotional richness of the Mrs. Doubtfire storyline. Written by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick, the musical's original songs and music fuse seamlessly with the narrative, which was penned by John O’Farrel and Karey Kirkpatrick. Uproarious scenarios are accentuated by tunes like 'Make Me A Woman' and 'Easy Peasy,' while the tender moments are enriched with tracks such as 'Let Go' and 'As Long As There Is Love.' The melodies truly shine when enjoyed live, as the narrative unfolds before your gaze.

The Broadway iteration of Mrs. Doubtfire offers precisely the kind of stage performance we all yearn for. Your moment to witness this theatrical triumph is right now, so book your Benedum Center tickets for 'Mrs. Doubtfire - The Musical' right away!

You're in for an fantastic time, and the Hillard family's journey, alongside that of Mrs. Doubtfire, will rekindle the idea of togetherness, adding a burst of melody and mirth to your 2023.