Handspring Puppet Company
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Video: Michael Morpurgo Reunites With Joey the Horse-Puppet at WAR HORSE at the National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
A group of community choirs performed songs from War Horse to celebrate its return to our Olivier Theatre. Author Sir Michael Morpurgo and life-sized horse puppet Joey joined in. See the video!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2026
A group of community choirs performed songs from War Horse to celebrate its return to our Olivier Theatre. Author Sir Michael Morpurgo and life-sized horse puppet Joey joined in. See the video!
Photos: WAR HORSE Returns To National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026
New production photos have been released for the National Theatre's revival of WAR HORSE. Based on Michael Morpurgo's novel and adapted by Nick Stafford, the award-winning play has returned to the National Theatre nearly two decades after its premiere.
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026
New production photos have been released for the National Theatre's revival of WAR HORSE. Based on Michael Morpurgo's novel and adapted by Nick Stafford, the award-winning play has returned to the National Theatre nearly two decades after its premiere.
Cate Blanchett, Anne-Marie Duff, and More Join National Theatre's 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
The National Theatre announced further casting and dates for its 2026 season, including Cate Blanchett in ELECTRA/PERSONA, Anne-Marie Duff in SOME WOMAN, and new casts for CLOUD 9 and THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE.
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
The National Theatre announced further casting and dates for its 2026 season, including Cate Blanchett in ELECTRA/PERSONA, Anne-Marie Duff in SOME WOMAN, and new casts for CLOUD 9 and THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE.
Photos: WAR HORSE in Rehearsal at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026
Rehearsal photos have been released for the National Theatre’s global smash-hit production, War Horse, which returns to its original home nearly two decades after its debut and following a recent tour of the UK and Ireland. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2026
Rehearsal photos have been released for the National Theatre’s global smash-hit production, War Horse, which returns to its original home nearly two decades after its debut and following a recent tour of the UK and Ireland. Check out the photos here!
THE FOOL'S GUIDE...TO LIVING AND DYING... Will Come to The Drama Factory
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026
Andrew Buckland's THE FOOL'S GUIDE ...TO LIVING AND DYING... will present at The Drama Factory, blending physical comedy and storytelling to examine social media, AI, and the human condition.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026
Andrew Buckland's THE FOOL'S GUIDE ...TO LIVING AND DYING... will present at The Drama Factory, blending physical comedy and storytelling to examine social media, AI, and the human condition.
Full Cast Set for WAR HORSE Return at The National Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2026
The full cast has been unveiled for the National Theatre’s production, War Horse, which returns to its original home nearly two decades after its debut and following a recent acclaimed tour of the UK and Ireland.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2026
The full cast has been unveiled for the National Theatre’s production, War Horse, which returns to its original home nearly two decades after its debut and following a recent acclaimed tour of the UK and Ireland.
2026 OffFest Nominations Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Following the announcement of this year’s Offies nominations, OffFest will return as the festival arm of OffWestEnd, celebrating work not only made in London but also at festivals across the UK. See the nominations!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Following the announcement of this year’s Offies nominations, OffFest will return as the festival arm of OffWestEnd, celebrating work not only made in London but also at festivals across the UK. See the nominations!
Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and More Lead 2026 Programming at The National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
The National Theatre will present a star-studded 2026 season with Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and others enhancing its global reach. Learn more about the full lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2026
The National Theatre will present a star-studded 2026 season with Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and others enhancing its global reach. Learn more about the full lineup here!
National Theatre Live Productions to be Screened by Ensemble Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara is partnering with the National Theatre of Great Britain to bring National Theatre Live productions to Santa Barbara audiences beginning in the 2025-2026 season. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara is partnering with the National Theatre of Great Britain to bring National Theatre Live productions to Santa Barbara audiences beginning in the 2025-2026 season. Learn more!
Booking Now Open For The Royal Countess Zingara's LA DOLCE ROYAL
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2025
After a decade cloaked in silence and stardust, the legendary Royal Countess Zingara will make her Cape Town return in October with La Dolce Royal at Century City.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2025
After a decade cloaked in silence and stardust, the legendary Royal Countess Zingara will make her Cape Town return in October with La Dolce Royal at Century City.
Photos: New Cast and Rehearsal Photos For WAR HORSE UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025
The National Theatre has announced casting for the remaining tour dates of the UK and Ireland tour of War Horse. Plus check out all new rehearsal photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025
The National Theatre has announced casting for the remaining tour dates of the UK and Ireland tour of War Horse. Plus check out all new rehearsal photos here!
Review: WAR HORSE, Theatre Royal
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 26, 2025
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.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 26, 2025
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.
Full Programme Set For Edinburgh International Festival 2025
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025
Edinburgh International Festival will present a hand-picked selection of leading international and local artists in the world's Festival City, with 24 days of world-class opera, dance, music and theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025
Edinburgh International Festival will present a hand-picked selection of leading international and local artists in the world's Festival City, with 24 days of world-class opera, dance, music and theatre.
Review: FAUSTUS IN AFRICA! at Baxter Flipside Theatre
by Michelle B Lewis - Mar 10, 2025
Three decades after its original premiere, William Kentridge and the renowned Handspring Puppet Company reunite to bring Faustus in Africa! back to life at The Baxter Theatre. This powerful reworking of their 1995 award-winning production is directed by Kentridge with Lara Foot as Associate Director.
by Michelle B Lewis - Mar 10, 2025
Three decades after its original premiere, William Kentridge and the renowned Handspring Puppet Company reunite to bring Faustus in Africa! back to life at The Baxter Theatre. This powerful reworking of their 1995 award-winning production is directed by Kentridge with Lara Foot as Associate Director.
WAR HORSE Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
The National Theatre's multi-award-winning production of War Horse will tour to Milton Keynes Theatre beginning next month. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025
The National Theatre's multi-award-winning production of War Horse will tour to Milton Keynes Theatre beginning next month. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
7th Annual SFX Festival to Play Wild Project This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 5, 2025
wild project in association with Contemporary Performance will present the 7th Annual Special Effects Festival at wild project beginning next week. Learn more about the lineup here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 5, 2025
wild project in association with Contemporary Performance will present the 7th Annual Special Effects Festival at wild project beginning next week. Learn more about the lineup here!
ArtsEmerson Presents THE LIFE & TIMES OF MICHAEL K
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2024
ArtsEmerson will present Life & Times of Michael K at the Emerson Paramount Center from January 31 – February 9, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2024
ArtsEmerson will present Life & Times of Michael K at the Emerson Paramount Center from January 31 – February 9, 2025.
Milton Keynes Theatre Announces Spring Season Lineup For 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2024
Milton Keynes Theatre has announced an exciting lineup ofnmusicals, plays and productions for its Spring 2025 lineup.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2024
Milton Keynes Theatre has announced an exciting lineup ofnmusicals, plays and productions for its Spring 2025 lineup.
Review: LIFE & TIMES OF MICHAEL K at Cape Town's Baxter Theatre And Handspring Puppet Company
by Andrew Child - Nov 22, 2024
If you have yet to see the work of Handspring Puppet Company, hurry to get tickets for Life & Times of Michael K in its limited run. No one to my knowledge is maneuvering puppets quite like these masters.
by Andrew Child - Nov 22, 2024
If you have yet to see the work of Handspring Puppet Company, hurry to get tickets for Life & Times of Michael K in its limited run. No one to my knowledge is maneuvering puppets quite like these masters.
Interview: Adrian Kohler’s Continually Bringing Life to the LIFE & TIMES OF MICHAEL K
by Gil Kaan - Nov 20, 2024
Read our interview with Adrian Kohler of the LIFE & TIMES OF MICHAEL K from The Tony Award-winning Handspring Puppet Company and the Baxter Theatre Centre.
by Gil Kaan - Nov 20, 2024
Read our interview with Adrian Kohler of the LIFE & TIMES OF MICHAEL K from The Tony Award-winning Handspring Puppet Company and the Baxter Theatre Centre.
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