Acorn Antiques: The Musical!

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"Acorn Antiques: The Musical!" is a musical comedy based on the popular British sitcom "Acorn Antiques," which was created by Victoria Wood in the 1980s. The stage musical features music by Victoria Wood, and a book co-written by Wood and Julian Fellowes, who is best known as the creator of "Downton Abbey."

The plot of "Acorn Antiques: The Musical!" revolves around the fictional antique shop of the same name and its eccentric staff, who are struggling to keep the shop open in the face of competition from a nearby chain store. The show features a number of catchy tunes, such as "It's Bigger Than I Remember," "Family Business," and "Miss Babs Takes Over."

The original West End production of "Acorn Antiques: The Musical!" starred Julie Walters, who reprised her role as Mrs. Overall, the bumbling and often confused cleaning lady from the original television series. The show also featured a talented ensemble of performers who brought to life the quirky characters of the antique shop.

The production was known for its high energy dance numbers and clever comedic dialogue, as well as its affectionate tribute to the classic British sitcom. "Acorn Antiques: The Musical!" was a critical and commercial success, and has since been produced in other cities around the world. The show is now considered a cult classic of the musical theatre genre, beloved by fans of the original television series as well as newcomers to the story.