War Horse

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.

★★★★★ ‘An entertainment phenomenon’ Daily Telegraph

★★★★★ ‘Be sure not to miss this stunning show’ The Times

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

WINNER! 5 Tony Awards® including BEST PLAY

The National Theatre’s Partner for Financial Wellbeing, Charles Stanley, is supporting War Horse on tour.