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Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo Adapted by Nick Stafford A co-production with Michael Harrison, Fiery Angel, and Playing Field.

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The global phenomenon returns

Our acclaimed production returns in an all-new UK tour. War Horse is an unforgettable theatrical experience which takes audiences on an extraordinary journey from the fields of rural Devon to the trenches of First World War France, in a remarkable story of courage, loyalty and friendship.

Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo , adapted by Nick Stafford and directed by Tom Morris , this powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and songs, is a show of phenomenal inventiveness. At its heart are astonishing life-sized horses by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company , who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on stage.

At the outbreak of World War I, Joey, young Albert’s beloved horse, is sold to the Cavalry and shipped to France. He’s soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary journey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in No Man’s Land. Albert, who remained on his parents’ Devon farm, cannot forget Joey. Though still not old enough to enlist, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find Joey and bring him home.

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‘An entertainment phenomenon’

Daily Telegraph

‘Be sure not to miss this stunning show’

‘An extraordinary piece of theatre, absolutely guaranteed to move the heart’

Sunday Express

‘A triumph of theatricality’

The Observer

‘A landmark theatre event’

Time Magazine

‘Theatrical magic’

The New York Times

War Horse at the New London Theatre. Photo by Brinkhoff Mögenburg.

Production images from New London Theatre

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Age recommendation : 10+ This production contains loud sound effects, flashing lights and strobe lighting.

War Horse on tour is supported by Charles Stanley, the National Theatre’s Partner for Financial Wellbeing.

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2024-26 Tour Production team

Michael morpurgo, nick stafford.

Tom Morris was Artistic Director of Bristol Old Vic and has been Associate Director of the National Theatre since 2004.

Revival Director

Katie Henry

Designer / Drawings

Puppet Design and Fabrication

Basil Jones for Handspring Puppet Company

Adrian kohler for handspring puppet company.

Lighting Designer

Rob Casey for Ammonite

Rob Casey is the co-founder of Ammonite, a company specialising in the technical development and support of a diverse range of live entertainment.

Director of Movement and Horse Choreography

Toby Sedgwick

Puppetry Director

Matthew Forbes

Animation and Projection Design

Nicol Scott for 59 Productions Ltd

Adrian sutton.

Adrian is a composer and producer whose scores cross orchestral, chamber and electronic genres.

Sound Designer

Christopher Shutt

For the National Theatre: London Tide , The Crucible (West End), Much Ado About Nothing , The Corn is Green , Paradise , Hansard , Antony and Cleopatra , Top Girls , Julie , John , Twelfth Night , Man and Superman , Light Shining in Buckinghamshire , Every Good Boy Deserves Favour and War Horse (also West End and Broadway and on tour)

Casting Director

Jill Green CDG

Associate Designer

Will Fricker

Original production team, marianne elliott, paule constable.

Recent National Theatre includes: Nye (also Wales Millennium Centre), Till the Stars Come Down , The Confessions , Dixon and Daughters , The Normal Heart , The Visit, or The Old Lady Comes to Call  and The Ocean at the End of the Lane

Original Animation and Projection Design

Leo Warner for 59 Productions Ltd

Mark grimmer for 59 productions ltd.

War Horse at the New London Theatre photographed by Brinkhoff Mögenburg.

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THE GLOBAL PHENOMENON RETURNS

The National Theatre’s acclaimed production returns in an all-new UK and Ireland tour. War Horse is an unforgettable theatrical experience which takes audiences on an extraordinary journey from the fields of rural Devon to the trenches of First World War France. Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, this powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and songs, is a show of phenomenal inventiveness. At its heart are astonishing life-sized horses by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on stage.

At the outbreak of World War One, Joey, young Albert’s beloved horse, is sold to the Cavalry and shipped to France. He’s soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary journey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in No Man’s Land. Albert, who remained on his parents’ Devon farm, cannot forget Joey. Though still not old enough to enlist, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find Joey and bring him home.

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‘An extraordinary piece of theatre, absolutely guaranteed to move the heart.’

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‘Be sure not to miss this stunning show’

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The global phenomenon returns.

Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo Adapted by Nick Stafford In association with the award-winning Handspring Puppet Company

The National Theatre’s acclaimed production returns in an all-new UK tour. War Horse is an unforgettable theatrical experience which takes audiences on an extraordinary journey from the fields of rural Devon to the trenches of First World War France. Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, this powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and songs, is a show of phenomenal inventiveness. At its heart are astonishing life-sized horses by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on stage.

At the outbreak of World War One, Joey, young Albert’s beloved horse, is sold to the Cavalry and shipped to France. He’s soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary journey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in No Man’s Land. Albert, who remained on his parents’ Devon farm, cannot forget Joey. Though still not old enough to enlist, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find Joey and bring him home.

Recommended 10yrs+ Please note this production contains loud sound effects, flashing lights and strobe lighting.

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War Horse to Return for UK Tour

The National Theatre’s global smash-hit production of  War Horse , the unforgettable theatrical event based on Michael Morpurgo’s beloved novel, will embark on a major 18-month UK Tour from 5 September 2024, touring through to 2026.

Opening at the New Wimbledon Theatre (5 – 14 September),  War Horse  will then tour to The Lowry, Salford (18 – 28 September) Mayflower Theatre, Southampton (8 – 19 October), The Marlowe, Canterbury (22 October – 2 November), Sunderland Empire (5 – 16 November), Theatre Royal Plymouth (26 November – 7 December), New Theatre Oxford (10 December 2024 – 4 January 2025), with future dates and venues to be announced. For more information and to sign-up for priority booking visit  WarHorseOnStage.com .

War Horse,  adapted by Nick Stafford and originally directed by Marianne Elliott and Tom Morris, has become the most successful play in the history of the National Theatre, winning more than 25 major awards and has been seen by over 8.3 million people worldwide.  This all-new tour is co-produced with Michael Harrison, Fiery Angel, and Playing Field.

War Horse  tells the remarkable story of a young boy called Albert and his horse Joey, set against the backdrop of the First World War.  This powerfully moving and imaginative drama is a show of phenomenal inventiveness, filled with stirring music and songs, featuring ground-breaking puppetry work by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, which brings breathing, galloping, charging, horses to thrilling life on stage and has inspired a generation of theatre-makers since its premiere in 2007.

Director, Tom Morris said, “ It is a huge privilege to be invited to revisit  War Horse  and to share this powerful story once more with audiences around the country.  Michael Morpurgo’s brilliant idea, to explore the crushing violence of war through the experience of a horse, makes his story as powerful and resonant today as it has ever been.   And in this time of increasing commercialism in theatre, it’s worth remembering that the production which carried War Horse to an international audience was a wild experiment, developed through workshops at the National Theatre Studio, the unique theatre laboratory where ground-breaking hits from  Coram Boy  and  London Road  to  The Witches  were devised.   It has been an enormous thrill to return there in recent months to reunite Adrian Kohler’s magnificent puppets with designer Rae Smith, composer Adrian Sutton and other members of the original cast and creative team to start the process of bringing Joey back to the stage .”

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Author, Michael Morpurgo said:  “I am so delighted the National Theatre’s iconic production of  War Horse  is back!  When Covid closed the show down in 2020 in Australia in the midst of its second World Tour, many thought, and I was amongst them, that we’d never see  War Horse  on stage again.  Now it’s really happening – we will hear the music and songs, be amazed by its design and lighting, live Joey’s story again.   War Horse  is about the tragedy of war and about a horse and his boy, but it’s also so many other things – it’s about family and community, courage and loss, hope, and most importantly reconciliation.”

At the outbreak of World War One, Joey, young Albert’s beloved horse, is sold to the Cavalry and shipped to France. He’s soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary journey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in no man’s land. Albert, who remained on his parents’ Devon farm, cannot forget Joey. Though still not old enough to enlist he embarks on a treacherous mission to find him and bring him home.

This tour of  War Horse  marks 110 years since the start of the First World War and follows the 40 th  anniversary of the publication of Michael Morpurgo’s global best-selling novel, which has now sold over 35 million copies world-wide and in 37 different languages.

Executive Director of the National Theatre, Kate Varah said:  “We are delighted that we are able to launch this major new UK tour of  War Horse .  This moving and spectacular production has captured the imagination of millions of audience members across the world since it was first performed on the Olivier stage in 2007 and we are deeply appreciative and excited, to be working with our co-producers to make this possible in the current landscape.  We look forward to connecting with our partner venues with this much-loved story, that appeals to all ages and which beautifully showcases the magic of live performance.”

Creative development for the tour is being led by Tom Morris with revival director Katie Henry, featuring reimagined designs by Rae Smith and additional music by Adrian Sutton.  Puppet design and fabrication is by Basil Jones and Adrian Kohler for Handspring Puppet Company, lighting design is by Rob Casey, movement and horse choreography is by Toby Sedgwick with puppet direction by Matthew Forbes.  Animation and projection design is by Nicol Scott for 59 Productions, John Tams is songmaker and sound design is by Christopher Shutt.  Casting is by Jill Green CDG and associate designer is Will Fricker.  Casting is to be announced.

War Horse  received its world premiere on 9 October 2007 at the National Theatre, where it played for two seasons before opening at the New London Theatre in March 2009.  Since then,  War Horse  has been seen in 97 cities in 14 countries, including productions on Broadway, in Toronto and Berlin, with touring productions in the UK and Ireland, North America, the Netherlands and Belgium.

For more information visit  WarHorseOnStage.com .   War Horse  will visit  Theatre Nation Partner  venues, including The Lowry in Salford and Sunderland Empire.  Assisted performances are available throughout the run at each venue.

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Following 8 record-record breaking years in London’s West End and having played in 11 countries around the world to over 7 million people, the National Theatre’s acclaimed play  War Horse  is now on a UK tour.

At the outbreak of World War One, Joey, young Albert’s beloved horse, is sold to the Cavalry and shipped to France. He’s soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary journey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in no man’s land. Albert, who remained on his parents’ Devon farm, cannot forget Joey. Though still not old enough to enlist he embarks on a treacherous mission to find him and bring him home.

Based on the beloved novel by  Michael Morpurgo , this powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and songs, is a show of phenomenal inventiveness. At its heart are astonishing life-sized horses by South Africa’s  Handspring Puppet Company , who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on stage.

War Horse  is an unforgettable theatrical event which takes audiences on an extraordinary journey from the fields of rural Devon to the trenches of First World War France.

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War Horse – the incredible world-wide theatrical experience is touring the UK in 2024.

The acclaimed production returns in an all-new UK tour. War Horse is an unforgettable theatrical experience which takes audiences on an extraordinary journey from the fields of rural Devon to the trenches of First World War France, in a remarkable story of courage, loyalty and friendship.

Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford and directed by Tom Morris, this powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and songs, is a show of phenomenal inventiveness. At its heart are astonishing life-sized horses by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on stage.

At the outbreak of World War I, Joey, young Albert’s beloved horse, is sold to the Cavalry and shipped to France. He’s soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary journey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in No Man’s Land. Albert, who remained on his parents’ Devon farm, cannot forget Joey. Though still not old enough to enlist, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find Joey and bring him home.

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The global theatrical phenomenon War Horse is returning to British stages for the first time in five years, and its director hopes audiences will gain new perspectives against the backdrop of the Ukraine and Gaza conflicts.

The National Theatre and Tom Morris are embarking on a nationwide UK tour from this September of their adaptation of Michael Morpurgo’s story about a boy and his horse who experience the horrors of the first world war.

The launch will mark a revival for War Horse after the Covid pandemic abruptly shut down a production in Australia in 2020.

“The world has changed in all kinds of ways since we first made the show,” said Morris, who directed the original production in 2007. “It was a crazy experimental show which all of us who worked on it got very excited by, but I don’t think anyone anticipated how many invitations it would get to play in so many different countries when we first made it.”

War Horse has played in 14 countries and been seen by more than 8 million people worldwide. Its revival comes more than 40 years since Morpurgo’s novel was first published and on the 110-year anniversary of the first world war.

“Now obviously the war that Michael was writing about is even further in the dim annals of history but horrifyingly there is trench warfare again in Europe,” Morris said. “The world feels increasingly unstable and I’m really fascinated to see what the story feels like for new audiences.

“I don’t think a piece of theatre can change the course of history, but if you look at what it offers within our culture and the terrifying disappearance of the opportunity to reflect from most of our lives, it feels really important.”

Morpurgo was inspired to write his novel after having fireside conversations with first world war veterans in a Devon pub. From those chats, seeds were planted that grew into a global phenomenon.

The production, featuring groundbreaking puppetry , ran for seven years and was a huge money spinner for the National Theatre, bringing in £13.5m before it ended there in 2015 . It continued to find fans after the theatre run concluded, especially after it was adapted for the big screen by Steven Spielberg in 2012 .

Morpugo famously hated Spielberg’s film but he is delighted that the National Theatre will be taking the production on the road again . “Joey [the horse] out in his field in deepest Devon is thrilled, I am thrilled,” he said. “War Horse is about the ‘pity of war’ and about a horse and his boy, but it’s also so many other things – it’s about family and community, courage and loss, hope and, most importantly, reconciliation, a story of then and now.”

The executive director of the National Theatre , Kate Varah, said the themes of the production were particularly powerful at the moment when wars had created instability across much of the world.

She said: “It’s still relevant – in fact, sadly, the impact of the machinery of war on animals and humans is a powerful theme in today’s world. It’s incredibly topical but there are also themes around family, community, courage, loss – and reconciliation most importantly. All of that makes it feel like an appropriate time for it to be taken out on tour around the country.”

Morris admitted that bringing back the show, which is the most successful in the history of the National Theatre , was a risk, especially when theatres outside London have struggled to entice audiences back since the Covid crisis.

“If you were just looking to preserve the reputation of the show then you’d say ‘let’s leave it’,” he said. “But certainly Michael felt that the reason to bring it back is because there’s more to discover by bringing it back. We will find new things in it, things which open up where we are now. You may think the world was unstable and precarious in 2007 but it feels a lot more so now.”

The tour will start at the New Wimbledon theatre on 5 September before touring to the Lowry in Salford, the Mayflower theatre in Southampton, the Marlowe in Canterbury, the Sunderland Empire, Theatre Royal Plymouth and New Theatre Oxford.

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The National Theatre’s globe-trotting production of  War Horse returns to London at the newly-created Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre.

The World War One story of young Albert and his faithful steed Joey is back in the capital city. The play enjoyed a spectacular 9 year-stint in London’s Theatreland between 2007 and 2016, running for over 3000 performances and being nominated for 7 Olivier Awards and winning 2 (as well as 5 Tony Awards on Broadway). As a result, War Horse tickets in London are expected to be in hot demand.

Based on Michael Morpurgo’s beloved story, War Horse is set at the outbreak of the First World War. Joey, young farmer Albert’s horse, is taken from him, sold to the Cavalry and shipped to France. But their bond cannot be broken by conflict alone, and despite being caught up in enemy fire, fate will take Joey on an extraordinary journey across no man’s land. Meanwhile, Albert embarks on a treacherous mission to enlist, find Joey – and bring him home.

Directed by Marianne Elliott and Tom Morris, War Horse its famous for its astonishing life-sized horse puppets, which were developed by South African company Handspring Puppet Company. The show features these puppets breathing, galloping, and charging around the stage to stirring music and songs. The result is a phenomenally inventive production, taking you on a journey from the fields of rural Devon to the filthy trenches of First World War France.

War Horse has visited 11 countries around the world, including Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, South Africa and China. It has played to nearly 8 million people over the past 11 years. It returned to the National Theatre in 2018 to mark the centenary of Armistice Day, before subsequently embarking on a further UK and international tour. It is based on the best-selling 1982 novel of the same name, and was adapted for the silver screen in 2011, directed by Steven Spielberg.

War Horse is moving, imaginative and spectacular theatre at its very best. Don’t miss out on War Horse tickets: you can book yours on this page today.

Director - Marianne Elliott & Tom Morris

Designer - Rae Smith

Lighting Designer - Paule Constable

Movement Director - Toby Sedgwick

Sound - Christopher Shutt

Music By - John Tams & Adrian Sutton

Video By - Leo Warner and Mark Grimmer for 59 Productions Ltd

Puppet Direction, Design & Fabrication -  Basil Jones & Adrian Kohler

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The National Theatre’s global smash-hit production of War Horse, the unforgettable theatrical event based on Michael Morpurgo’s beloved novel, heads on new UK tour.

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• London , New Wimbledon Theatre 5 September 2024 - 14 September 2024 Book tickets ➤
• Salford , The Lowry 18 September 2024 - 28 September 2024 Book tickets ➤
• Southampton , Mayflower Theatre 8 October 2024 - 19 October 2024 Book tickets ➤
• Canterbury , Marlowe Theatre 22 October 2024 - 2 November 2024 Book tickets ➤
• Sunderland , Sunderland Empire 5 November 2024 - 16 November 2024 Book tickets ➤
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• Stoke , Regent Theatre 4 March 2025 - 8 March 2025 On sale 16 May
• Wolverhampton , Grand Theatre 11 March 2025 - 22 March 2025 On sale 16 May
• Glasgow , Theatre Royal 25 March 2025 - 5 April 2025 On sale 16 May
• Liverpool , Liverpool Empire 8 April 2025 - 19 April 2025 On sale 16 May
• Milton Keynes , Milton Keynes Theatre 22 April 2025 - 3 May 2025 On sale 16 May
• Nottingham , Royal Concert Hall 6 May 2025 - 17 May 2025 On sale 20 May
• Bristol , Bristol Hippodrome 3 June 2025 - 21 June 2025 On sale 16 May

War Horse masterfully adapted by Nick Stafford and initially brought to the stage by Marianne Elliott and Tom Morris, stands as the National Theatre’s unparalleled triumph. With over 25 prestigious awards under its belt, the play has captivated more than 8.3 million viewers across the globe.

At its heart, War Horse narrates the extraordinary tale of Albert, a young boy, and his horse, Joey, set amidst the tumultuous era of the First World War. It’s a narrative that resonates with profound emotion and boundless creativity, underscored by moving music and songs. The play is distinguished by its innovative use of puppetry, masterminded by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company. Their pioneering techniques breathe life into horses on stage, making them prance, charge, and gallop in a display that has left an indelible mark on theatre practitioners since its debut in 2007.

This rendition of War Horse commemorates 110 years since the outbreak of the First World War, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of Michael Morpurgo’s universally acclaimed novel. Morpurgo’s work, the foundation of this theatrical masterpiece, has sold over 35 million copies worldwide and has been translated into 37 languages, further testament to its global impact and enduring appeal.

Creative development for the tour is being led by Tom Morris with revival director Katie Henry, featuring reimagined designs by Rae Smith and additional music by Adrian Sutton. Puppet design and fabrication is by Basil Jones and Adrian Kohler for Handspring Puppet Company, lighting design is by Rob Casey, movement and horse choreography is by Toby Sedgwick with puppet direction by Matthew Forbes. Animation and projection design is by Nicol Scott for 59 Productions, John Tams is songmaker and sound design is by Christopher Shutt. Casting is by Jill Green CDG and associate designer is Will Fricker. Casting is to be announced.

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War horse  play tickets, giddy-up war horse has returned to the london stage at the  troubadour wembley park theatre .

Perhaps you thought you’d never live to see the day, but the day certainly has come for  War Horse  to dash right back onto the London theatre stage! Having first run at the National Theatre back in 2007 before transferring to the New London Theatre for a 7-year run,  War Horse is locked, cocked and ready to rock!

Directed by Marianne Elliott and Tom Morris , this multi-award-winning play based on the bestselling novel by  Michael Morpurgo  is set to return to London this autumn at an all-new venue near Wembley Stadium! The very limited run at the  Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre , which was set up by the same team who brought you the King's Cross Theatre, marks just one leg of the new UK and international  War Horse  tour.

What makes  War Horse  so fantastic?

War Horse  is such a spectacular play that even the Royal Family endorses it. Famous for its jaw-dropping puppetry from  South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company ,  War Horse  never ceases to amaze after all these years. In fact, the show's puppetry is so mesmerising that even the Queen of England couldn't help but fall in love with Joey the horse, a puppet that has performed for HRH on a number of occasions. How can you resist a play that boasts the 'Royal Seal of Approval'?

Aside from its astonishing special effects and life-sized equestrian puppetry,  War Horse is also filled with emotionally provocative music and songs that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish!

The critically acclaimed National Theatre production, which has won both Olivier Awards and Tony Awards on Broadway, played in London's West End for a total of 8 years. It eventually became an international phenomenon when it was staged in 11 countries across the globe and has now been seen by a whopping 7 million people. The numbers don't lie!

What is the  War Horse  play about?

At the dawn of the First World War, Albert's beloved horse Joey is sold to the cavalry and whisked off to France. Albert soon gets caught in the middle of bloody battles and devastating crossfire and he can't seem to forget his four-legged companion. While not yet old enough to enlist into the armed forces, Albert is led by destiny on an unforgettable quest to find and bring back Joey.

War Horse  is a touching and highly imaginative drama that will take you on an unforgettable journey through World War I. Featuring a gripping story of a boy who loves his pet horse and a fabulous cast of actors who work to bring the life-sized puppets to life,  War Horse  is absolutely unmissable!

Book your tickets to  War Horse  at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre now to make sure you gallop to secure your place at the show!  War Horse  tickets are expected to get swept away fast, so be sure to book your seats early!

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Please note: Any War Horse ticket holders in Row AA in the Stalls will be asked to vacate their seats during the interval so that the set can be altered.

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London Theatre Review: War Horse at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre

I remember when War Horse first came to the stage twelve years ago. Eleven year old me read about it in ‘Pony’ Magazine and immediately wanted to go. Well, yesterday I finally got there. Brought back for a limited run at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre , War Horse makes great use of the huge space. It is one of the most unique pieces of theatre I have ever seen. The horses are huge puppets manned by three people each and the effect is amazingly believable. 

15 Nov, 2019 | By Morag Forbes

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What’s opening in london theatre this month (october 2019).

The wind has certainly changed and we’re not sure if it’s because of the brisk autumn weather that has arrived or because Disney's Mary Poppins  will be blowing into the West End. Not only is autumn in full swing now, but the lead up to Halloween is here! However, in London Theatre we’re a tad more excited for the big shows that are preparing, as we speak, for when they open this month. Sets are being built and actors are in rehearsals, and our excitement is building. Read below to find out what’s opening in the West End this month…

1 Oct, 2019 | By Jade Ali

News / New Shows + Transfers

War horse valiantly returns to the london theatre stage this autumn at the newly built troubadour wembley park theatre.

Featuring breathtaking puppetry from the Handspring Puppet Company that has been known to make even Queen Elizabeth II neigh with excitement , the beloved National Theatre production of War Horse is officially returning to London this autumn following a brief West End hiatus. As part of a stop on its new UK and International Tour, War Horse will play at the new Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre for a limited one-month run. Tickets to  War Horse  gallop on sale on Friday, 15 February 2019 .

24 Jan, 2019 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels

VIDEO: War Horse To Close March 2016, Don't Miss It!

26 Oct, 2015 | By Jacob Porteous

Big Shows On A Student Budget: Top Tips For Cheap Theatre Tickets

As a student, it may seem as if all of London’s theatres are out of your reach - with top price tickets for some shows soaring over £200 it’s easy to believe there’s no way you’ll get to experience the best entertainment the capital has to offer. But this couldn’t be further from the truth - there are so many ways for students to get cheap theatre tickets for really high quality shows.

21 Jul, 2015 | By Ellie Bannerman

Stalls, Dress Circle, Upper Circle: Where Should I Sit At The Theatre?

People often ask me where they should sit in a theatre. But the answer is governed by so many things, from budget, viewing angles, mobility, the theatre itself and of course personal preference, that there's no clear cut answer.

2 Feb, 2015 | By London Theatre Direct

War Horse Extends At The New London Theatre With Over 150,000 New Tickets On Sale Now!

War Horse at the New London Theatre releases over 150,000 new tickets for sale as it extends booking period to 13 February 2016.

Breaking News: War Horse Releases Over 300,000 New Tickets

Over 300,000 new tickets are released for sale today (22 September 2014) for the National Theatre’s acclaimed production War Horse , now booking at the New London Theatre to 24 October 2015. 

22 Sep, 2014 | By London Theatre Direct

Joey, The Equine Star of War Horse, Takes Part In Chinese New Year Celebrations In Trafalgar Square

2014 is the Year of the Horse, and Joey, the life-size puppet-horse and star of the National Theatre’s production of  War Horse ,  is making a special on-stage appearance at the Chinese New Year celebrations in Trafalgar Square on Sunday 2 February.    The appearance will be part of the day’s finale just before 6pm.

31 Jan, 2014 | By London Theatre Direct

News / Casting

War horse: west end production celebrates 2,000th performance with new cast announced for march 2014.

On Monday 27 January 2014 the National Theatre’s internationally acclaimed award-winning stage production of War Horse will release over 130,000 new tickets for sale for the West End production taking booking at the New London Theatre to 14 February 2015.

21 Jan, 2014 | By London Theatre Direct

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