War Horse

based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo
adapted by Nick Stafford

War Horse returns in Autumn 2008. Register and sign up to our NT Production Information email to be kept informed of when War Horse and other new shows are announced.

FIVE STARS
Daily Mail, Mail on Sunday, The Times, Sunday Times, Time Out, Sunday Express

'After the success of His Dark Materials and Coram Boy, the National Theatre has acquired a deserved reputation for its epic family shows. With War Horse it has topped even those magnificent productions.’ Daily Telegraph

'Heart-breakingly beautiful. Its sheer skill and invention are awe-inspiring.' The Times

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 new 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 12 year olds and above.

In association with Handspring Puppet Company.