NATIONAL THEATRE, OLIVIER

South Bank, London, SE1 9PX

WAR HORSE

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Genius isn't too strong a word to describe this astonishing production.

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WHAT WE SAY

It's testimony to the quality of this outstanding production that the only fault my girlfriend could think of was the name of the four-legged protagonist Joey, whose journey we follow... more »

WHAT YOU SAY

36 reviews, average rating:

(4.6 Stars)

Chris: “The Best, Most Innovative, Must-see Show In Town”

Thankfully, this show is gaining in fame and popularity, which is richly de... more »

Shirley Frances Jones: “Shirley Frances Jones”

My daughter bought tickets to see this moving play for my 80th Birthday. I ... more »

Mrs Scrivener: “Fantastic, Go And See This Show!.”

This show is fantastic, the atmosphere, acting and best of all the 'horses'... more »

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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.

Dates

Opening night: 10 September 2008
Closing night: 1 January 2009

Audience

War Horse is suitable for 10 year olds and above.

Run time

2 hours and 40 minutes including a 15 minute intermission.

Show times

 MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
 Matinee---2:30-2:30-
 Evening7:307:007:307:307:307:30-

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