A washed-up dreamer, a hopeless theatre crew, and a last-ditch road trip across New Zealand. Packed with classic Kiwi humour, misadventures, and a whole lot of heart, The Tour is a story of resilience, friendship, and chasing the impossible. If you’ve ever backed a mate or family member trying to make the impossible dream this one’s for you. Out March 31st!
Be ready to embark on ‘The Tour’ a hilarious journey packed with classic Kiwi characters. They’ll make you cringe, warm your heart, and have you laughing until your sides ache.
Available March 31st – don’t miss the show!
Falstaff Dowling-Mitchell is an international theatre performer turned award-winning children’s novelist. He has played Shrek in Shrek the Musical on stage across five countries, starred as the Fish in Cat in the Hat Live on Stage for seven years, and brought Melman to life in the Madagascar New Zealand Tour.
When he’s not on stage, Falstaff is a dedicated teacher, screenwriter, and filmmaker, with award-winning works showcased at international film festivals. His latest book, The Tour, is a heartfelt and hilarious Kiwi novel that takes readers behind the scenes of show business.
Washed up, broke, and talentless... it’s showtime!
After the accident, the whole world is against Tim. Everything he touches turns to dirt. Now at 40, he’s homeless, broke, and only has one place to drink. It feels like the only way up is further down. When Tim receives a random text message from his uncle, he has some serious decisions to make.
Kevin, an ageing dreamer and the eccentric Director of the Tall Tree Theatre Company, has a wild plan and he is going to do it, come hell or high jinks! He has stumbled upon an opportunity to showcase his mates’ talents. Armed with a questionable script they believe is Hollywood-worthy and a rusty steed of a van to take the troupe across New Zealand, they’re determined to make it work – no matter the odds.
When old school bullies resurface with a rival show, each performer must dig deep to keep the tour alive. Facing mishaps, strained friendships, the challenge of self-doubt, and even sabotage, this motley crew must band together to prove that even the unlikeliest dreams are worth fighting for.
From international theatre performer, to award-winning children’s novelist, Falstaff DowlingMitchell’s new book is for every Kiwi! Set in New Zealand, The Tour is a heartfelt, laugh out-loud novel that offers a glimpse into the chaos, camaraderie and resilience behind the scenes of show business.
