About The Author

Falstaff Dowling-Mitchell

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.

Touring the World

Shrek the Musical - Cat in the Hat - Madagascar the Musical

From touring New Zealand and Australia as the Fish in the Bowl for Cat in the Hat – Live on Stage – To touring the Middle East playing Shrek in Shrek the Musical hitting world renowned theatres such as the Dubai Opera.

Falstaff Dowling-Mitchell has crafted a Kiwi Comedy, bringing real experiences of what life is like on the road. Are you interested in reading more about what goes on Behind the Scenes…

Success in Writing

White Lies Maori Legends and Fairytales

White Lies, Māori Legends and Fairytales is an award winning novel being used in classrooms in over sixty schools nation wide to help students engage with the history of Aotearoa. It is a powerful, engaging story about a boy called Pētera, and his best mate Hone, growing up in small town Aotearoa.

The book is full of childhood antics and adventure – surfing the sand dunes, dreaming of being an All Black, doing anything they can to stop a weirdo girl from joining their gang, and avoiding Wiremu, the school bully, who wants to smash their faces in any chance he gets!