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War Horse

based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo
adapted by Nick Stafford

In association with Handspring Puppet Company
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FIVE STARS
Daily Mail, Mail on Sunday, The Times, Sunday Times, Time Out, Sunday Express

'So exhilarating it makes you rejoice to be alive. Its sheer skill and invention are awe-inspiring.' The Times

'War Horse only confirms the National's extraordinary knack of turning children's literature into the finest drama. Stunning.’ Sunday Times

'An extraordinary piece of theatre which is both epic and intimate. Guaranteed to move the heart.' Sunday Express

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 odyssey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in no man's land. But Albert cannot forget Joey and, still not old enough to enlist, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find him and bring him home.

The National's epic is based on the celebrated novel by the Children's Laureate (2003-05) Michael Morpurgo. Actors working with magnificent, life-sized puppets by the internationally renowned Handspring Puppet Company lead us on a gripping journey through history.

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Suitable for 12yrs+

Booking now open for performances until 24 January. Further performances go on sale in November.

discover: War Horse family workshops
Learn more about life in World War One, or find out the secrets of the War Horse puppeteeers. Running throughout November and December. Click here for details.

The WAR HORSE programme is available to buy from the NT Bookshop and from the Olivier Bookstall at performance times, priced at £3. Contents include articles by MICHAEL MORPURGO, MAX HASTINGS, ROBERT BUTLER, a poem by EDWARD THOMAS; who’s who in the company; and exclusive rehearsal photographs by SIMON ANNAND.
Programme vouchers are now available to buy online.