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War Horse

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Running Time
2 hours and 40 minutes, with one interval
Schedule
Monday through Saturday at 7:30pm
Thursday and Saturday at 2:30pm
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War Horse is a thrilling and spectacular production based on the celebrated novel by Michael Morpurgo.

The First World War is the backdrop for this tale of bravery, loyalty, and the extraordinary bond between a young recruit and his horse.

Actors, working with astonishing life-sized puppets by the internationally renowned Handspring Puppet Company, take audiences on an unforgettable journey through history.

War Horse is suitable for ages 10yrs+
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Photo Flash: First Look at New Production Shots of National Theatre's WAR HORSE
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2013

The National Theatre's internationally acclaimed stage production of War Horse recently extended booking at the New London Theatre to 15 February 2014. Now celebrating its sixth year on the London stage, Nick Stafford's adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's book continues to play to sell-out houses in the West End. War Horse, which has now been seen by over 1.6 million people in London and by over 3 million people worldwide, received its world premiere at the National Theatre in October 2007. BroadwayWorld has a first look at new production shots below. (more...)


The BWW Q&A: WAR HORSE's Sion Daniel Young!
by Carrie Dunn - March 14, 2013

Sion Daniel Young is playing Albert in War Horse at the New London Theatre - so we decided to put him in the spotlight and put him through the BWW Q&A... (more...)


WAR HORSE Extends Through February 2014
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2013

The National Theatre's internationally acclaimed stage production of War Horse today releases over 100,000 new tickets for sale for the West End production, taking booking at the New London Theatre to 15 February 2014. War Horse, which has now been seen by over 1.6million people in London and by over 3 million people worldwide, received its world premiere at the National Theatre in October 2007. (more...)


West End's WAR HORSE Extends Bookings Through February 2014
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2013

The National Theatre's internationally acclaimed stage production of War Horse today releases over 100,000 new tickets for sale for the West End production, taking booking at the New London Theatre to 15 February 2014. War Horse, which has now been seen by over 1.6million people in London and by over 3 million people worldwide, received its world premiere at the National Theatre in October 2007. (more...)


Behind The Scenes: WAR HORSE Plays Birmingham Hippodrome from October 2013
by Jenny Antill - January 18, 2013

Today saw the press launch for War Horse at Birmingham Hippodrome which coincides with the tickets going on general sale for its run this autumn. (more...)


WAR HORSE Plays New London Theatre Thru 26 October - Christmas Schedule Announced!
by BWW News Desk - December 3, 2012

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. (more...)


Lincoln Center Theater Cancels WAR HORSE and VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE, 10/30
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2012

Lincoln Center Theater has announced that it has been forced to cancel tomorrow night's (Tuesday, October 30) performances of both "War Horse" in the Vivian Beaumont Theater and "Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike" in the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater due to the ongoing storm and the shutdown of the New York City transit system. (more...)


Photo Flash: WAR HORSE Celebrates 5 Years in London!
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2012

The National Theatre's award-winning production of War Horse last night (25 October 2012) celebrated its fifth anniversary in London with a special performance at the New London Theatre, Drury Lane. Former cast members and the show's creative team gathered with VIPs and friends to celebrate five years on the London stage. (more...)


Photo Flash: London's WAR HORSE Celebrates 5th Anniversary!
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2012

The National Theatre's award-winning production of War Horse last night (25 October 2012) celebrated its fifth anniversary in London with a special performance at the New London Theatre, Drury Lane. Former cast members and the show's creative team gathered with VIPs and friends to celebrate five years on the London stage. (more...)


WAR HORSE Celebrates Fifth Anniversary In London
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2012

The National Theatre's award-winning production of War Horse last night (25 October 2012) celebrated its fifth anniversary in London with a special performance at the New London Theatre, Drury Lane. Former cast members and the show's creative team gathered with VIPs and friends to celebrate five years on the London stage. (more...)


Photo Flash: New Puppeteers And Actors Set For West End WAR HORSE
by BWW News Desk - November 1, 2011

From 16 November 2011 a new cast of actors and puppeteers will join the National Theatre's internationally award-winning production of War Horse at the New London Theatre. Now in its fourth year, Michael Morpurgo's War Horse has been seen by over 1.5 million people world-wide. (more...)


WAR HORSE to Embark on UK Tour in Fall 2013; Productions Planned for Japan, South Africa, and More!
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2011

The National Theatre's award-winning production of War Horse is currently playing the New London Theatre, and will egin a full UK tour in Fall 2013, according to The Stage. While official tour dates and venues have not yet been confirmed, executive director Nick Starr revealed that in addition to the West End, Broaway, and upcoming Toronto production, there are also plans to open in Australia, Japan, and South Africa. (more...)


West End's WAR HORSE Extends Bookings Thru Feb. 2013
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2011

The National Theatre's Laurence Olivier award-winning production of War Horse at the New London Theatre has released 140,000 new tickets for sale, taking bookings up to 16 February 2013. (more...)


WAR HORSE Hosts Charity Performance 11/11
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2010

A new charity, Families of the Fallen, has been set up to provide extra funding for the families and other dependants of members of the UK's armed forces who have given their lives in Afghanistan and Iraq. It will be officially launched on November 11 at a special Remembrance Day performance of the acclaimed play War Horse, with the National Theatre generously donating all proceeds from sales of tickets made using the promotion code 3030. A special fund-raising reception after the show will hear from the play's author, Michael Morpurgo, and Sally Thorneloe, widow of Lt Col Rupert Thorneloe, Commanding Officer of the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards, who was killed by an explosion in Helmand Province. (more...)


Photo Flash: WAR HORSE Launchs Olympia Horse Show in Hyde Park
by BWW News Desk - November 4, 2010

War Horse, Nick Stafford's adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's book, has been playing to packed houses at the New London Theatre where it continues to delight and thrill audiences following a transfer from the National Theatre to the West End in March 2009. (more...)


WAR HORSE Hosts Charity Performance 11/11
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2010

A new charity, Families of the Fallen, has been set up to provide extra funding for the families and other dependants of members of the UK's armed forces who have given their lives in Afghanistan and Iraq. It will be officially launched on November 11 at a special Remembrance Day performance of the acclaimed play War Horse, with the National Theatre generously donating all proceeds from sales of tickets made using the promotion code 3030. A special fund-raising reception after the show will hear from the play's author, Michael Morpurgo, and Sally Thorneloe, widow of Lt Col Rupert Thorneloe, Commanding Officer of the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards, who was killed by an explosion in Helmand Province. (more...)


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