Meet the chihuahua taking a starring role with Scottish Opera

Since she last played the role, Bridget has expanded her doggy dynasty.

Daughter Charlotte and granddaughter Rita are both backstage in her dressing room, with Rita her understudy.

Charlotte is officially retired but not before co-starring with Oscar nominated actor Paul Mescal in a music video for the American singer songwriter Phoebe Bridgers.

“You were in bed with Paul Mescal, weren’t you Charlotte?” says Denise, from Renfrewshire.

“It was written and directed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge [creator of Fleabag] – who was so taken with Charlotte she wanted to make a film with her.”

Denise is prepared for any last-minute nerves, or indeed any doggy mishaps.

“They’re dogs, we can train them, but we can’t control them. All we can do is make sure they have good temperaments and keep them relaxed, but dogs will be dogs.”

Yet it takes a lot to phase Bridget.

“She couldn’t care less. She has been known to be side of the stage, in my arms, with her eyes shut.”