The Police's Stewart Copeland Announces First North American Spoken Word Tour

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame drummer will visit 34 cities across the U.S. and Canada this summer.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Stewart Copeland, the legendary drummer of the iconic band The Police, has announced dates for his first-ever North American spoken word tour in 2026. The tour, titled "Have I Said Too Much - The Police, Hollywood, and Other Adventures", will feature an evening of conversation, photos, videos, and a Q&A session with Copeland. The 34-city trek kicks off on June 3 in Orlando, Florida and wraps up on August 7 in Hopewell, Virginia.

Why it matters

As the drummer for one of the most influential rock bands of the 1980s, Stewart Copeland's career has spanned music, film, and television. This tour provides fans with a rare opportunity to hear directly from Copeland about his storied life and career in an intimate setting.

The details

The spoken word tour will feature Copeland sharing stories, memories, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from his time with The Police as well as his other creative endeavors in Hollywood. Fans can expect a unique experience that goes beyond a typical concert, with Copeland presenting photos, videos, and engaging in a Q&A session with the audience.

  • The tour kicks off on June 3, 2026 in Orlando, Florida.
  • The tour wraps up on August 7, 2026 in Hopewell, Virginia.

The players

Stewart Copeland

The legendary drummer of the iconic band The Police, who is embarking on his first-ever North American spoken word tour.

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What’s next

Tickets for the tour will go on sale to the general public on Friday, February 14th at 10 a.m. local time.

The takeaway

This tour provides a unique opportunity for fans to get an inside look at the life and career of one of rock music's most influential and acclaimed drummers, Stewart Copeland. The intimate spoken word format will allow Copeland to share stories and insights that go beyond the typical concert experience.