War Horse 2009 - Articles Page 2.6

Run Time:
Two hours and 40 minutes
Ages: 10+
Opened: April 3, 2009
Closing: March 12, 2016

War Horse - 2009 - West End History , Info & More

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, based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, is a powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and magnificent artistry. South Africa's Handspring Puppet Company brings breathing, galloping, full-scale horses to life on the stage- their flanks, hides and sinews built of steel, leather and aircraft cables. Experience the emotional journey that charges through the battlefields of history straight to hearts of audiences around the world.

Based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford in association with Handspring Puppet Company.

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War Horse - 2009 - West End Articles Page 2.6

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.

Photo Flash: WAR HORSE Celebrates 5 Years in London!
by Nicole Rosky - 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.

Photo Flash: London's WAR HORSE Celebrates 5th Anniversary!
by Kelsey Denette - 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.

WAR HORSE Celebrates Fifth Anniversary In London
by Carrie Dunn - 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.

Photo Flash: New Puppeteers And Actors Set For West End WAR HORSE
by Gabrielle Sierra - 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.

WAR HORSE to Embark on UK Tour in Fall 2013; Productions Planned for Japan, South Africa, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - 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.

West End's WAR HORSE Extends Bookings Thru Feb. 2013
by Jessica Lewis - 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.

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.

Photo Flash: WAR HORSE Launchs Olympia Horse Show in Hyde Park
by Samantha Toy - 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.

WAR HORSE Hosts Charity Performance 11/11
by Samantha Toy - 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.

War Horse FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of War Horse have there been?
War Horse has had 4 productions including West End which opened in 2009, Broadway which opened in 2011, US Tour which opened in 2012 and West End which opened in 2019.
What awards has War Horse been nominated for?
War Horse has been nominated for several awards including Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Tom Morris, The Audience Award for Most Popular Show at the Olivier Awards for Michael Morpurgo, Best Director at the Olivier Awards for Marianne Elliott, Best Lighting Design at the Olivier Awards for Paule Constable, Best Set Design at the Olivier Awards for Rae Smith, Best Sound Design at the Olivier Awards for Christopher Shutt, Best Theatre Choreographer at the Olivier Awards for Toby Sedgwick, Best Designer at the Evening Standard Awards for Rae Smith, and Best Designer at the Evening Standard Awards for The Handspring Puppet Company.
What awards has War Horse won?
War Horse has won several awards including Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Tom Morris, The Audience Award for Most Popular Show at the Olivier Awards for Michael Morpurgo, Best Director at the Olivier Awards for Marianne Elliott, Best Lighting Design at the Olivier Awards for Paule Constable, Best Set Design at the Olivier Awards for Rae Smith, Best Sound Design at the Olivier Awards for Christopher Shutt, Best Theatre Choreographer at the Olivier Awards for Toby Sedgwick, Best Designer at the Evening Standard Awards for Rae Smith, and Best Designer at the Evening Standard Awards for The Handspring Puppet Company.

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