Since launching in 2014 State Highway 48 has made making audiences laugh and cry throughout New Zealand. Now we’re ready to take the show to the world. 26 original songs make up this classic everyman, everywoman tale.

Join the ride down State Highway 48 as Dave and Sharon, their kids, friends and workmates journey through the treacherous road of middle age. Relationships, friendships, work and family are all put to the test as the black dog of depression takes the driver’s seat in Dave’s life. And as he confronts job loss, marriage breakup and the immense change around him, he gets reminded about the important things in life – friends, family, love.

Funny, moving and real, State Highway 48 celebrates the extraordinary that’s in ordinary life, reminding us that what’s on the surface often belies the truth of what’s really happening. There’s a message for everyone about communication, facing up to depression, friendship, the importance of the family unit and that love will always shine through.

Words, music, book: Chris Williams

Music direction and arrangements: Mark Dennison & Trevor Faville