Out of work actor, Daniel Hillard (also known as Mrs Doubtfire) is desperate to see his children after his wife has filed for divorce. He decides the only way to do this is to disguise himself as Scottish nanny Mrs Doubtfire. Gabriel Vick effortlessly takes on and conquers this hugely challenging role requiring multiple quick changes and a smorgasbord of impressions and vocal skills. Of course, from the beginning we are all waiting to see the transformation, which somewhat disappointingly in the first instance takes place off stage. The use of prosthetics is remarkable and although at first the mask looks somewhat grotesque you soon become accustomed to it – this is Mrs Doubtfire. As the show progresses the transformations become quicker and quicker and the quick-change techniques are revealed to the audiences delight and amazement.

Frank (Daniel’s brother) and his flamboyant husband Andre create Mrs Doubtfire’s look – but also create a sense of fun whenever they appear of stage. There is a wonderful use of a running gag were Frank who cannot lie quietly which never fails to amuse the audience, whoever delivers it.