Author and ITV cycling commentator Ned Boulting returns to theatres nationwide with a new one-man stage show based on the 1923 Tour de France.
Ned Boulting's Marginal Mystery Tour: 1923 And All That is based on a mysterious roll of film from the 1923 Tour de France that fell Ned's possession during the Covid pandemic, and inspired his book "1923!"
Described as "part detective story, part murder mystery, part costume drama and part French farce," Ned weaves his own typically ridiculous story into the astonishing discoveries he makes about the hidden world of the 1923 Tour de France, its characters and tragedies, and ties it all together with the wild upheavals of Europe between the wars.
Of course Boulting is well placed to draw parallels with contemporary racing, and the show does just that - connecting the dots between the heroes of yesteryear and the champions of today, from Cavendish to Pogačar and beyond.
Ned Boulting comments: "This story starts off with a bang, literally, as a bike crash left me helpless and looking for interesting projects to pass the time.
"The film led me on an adventure around France and Belgium trying to discover the riders and stories of the 1923 Tour de France, and following the success of the book, I'm excited to get head back to the theatres to bring this fascinating piece of history to life."
David Millar, former pro cyclist, and Ned's Tour de France co-commentator said:
"There is no one quite like Ned at recreating a fascinating story for the stage. Expect high production values and a stellar one-man performance that is brilliantly written and executed, appealing to both cycling enthusiasts and keen theatre goers."
The 21-date tour will travel up and down the country, starting at the Hertford Theatre on Tuesday 22nd October, and ending at the Churchill Theatre in Bromley on Wednesday 20th November.
Find our more and book your tickets at www.ents24.com/uk/tour-dates/ned-boulting.
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