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John Tams is a British actor, singer, and songwriter who has made a name for himself in both the theater and music worlds. Born in Holbrook, Derbyshire in 1949, Tams began his career as a member of the folk group The Albion Band in the 1970s. He later went on to become a solo artist, releasing several albums of his own material.
In addition to his music career, Tams has also had a successful career as an actor. He has appeared in numerous stage productions in the UK, including several productions in London's West End. One of his most notable stage roles was as the lead in the original London production of the musical War Horse, which premiered at the National Theatre in 2007. Tams played the role of Songman, a character who provides the musical accompaniment to the story.
Tams is also well-known for his work on television. He has appeared in several popular British TV shows, including Heartbeat, Sharpe, and Poldark. In the latter, he played the role of Redcoat Sergeant Peter Noakes. Tams has also worked as a composer for television, contributing music to shows such as The Bill and Midsomer Murders.

John Tams Productions

 
[Broadway, 2011]
Composer
 
[West End, 2009]
Composer

John Tams Movies

The Raggedy Rawney
[ 1988 ] Blakey
The Rainbow
[ 1989 ] Uncle Frank
As You Like It
[ 1992 ] Amiens, Background
When Saturday Comes
[ 1996 ] Brewery Worker
Treasure Island
[ 2015 ] songs

John Tams TV Shows

Sharpe
Daniel Hagmanel Hagman
The Mysteries
Thomas, Shepherd

John Tams Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Special Award

John Tams, War Horse

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John Tams News


Further Dates Added to UK Tour of WAR HORSE


New dates have been announced for the National Theatre’s production of War Horse, the theatrical event based on Michael Morpurgo’s beloved novel, which embarks on a major 18-month UK and Ireland tour from 5 September 2024, touring through to 2026.

National Theatre's WAR HORSE Will Embark on UK Tour Beginning September 2024


The National Theatre's production of War Horse will embark on a major 18-month UK Tour from 5 September 2024, touring through to 2026. Find out where you can catch the show here!

National Theatre Announces December 2019 �" June 2020 Lineup; ROMEO & JULIET, SEA SICK, and More!


The National Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup for December 2019 - June 2020.

National Theatre Announces New Productions, Including Emma Rice and Tony Kushner Adaptations


The National Theatre has announced its productions on-sale for October 2019 a?' March 2020

WAR HORSE--An Unmissable Theatrical Feat--Must Close in Hong Kong Today, June 2


After a week of extended performances, the second UK and international touring company of the Tony-Award winning play WAR HORSE must close its Hong Kong leg today, June 2, 2019, at the Lyric Theatre of the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts--the venue was packed to the rafters when we watched it last Tuesday, May 28, 2019.

WAR HORSE Debuts in Hong Kong; Show Runs Now Thru June 2


WAR HORSE, the unforgettable theatrical event from the National Theatre of Great Britain, producers of the smash-hit production of "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time," made its debut at the Lyric Theatre, Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, with a star-studded gala premiere held Saturday, May 11. The gala night audience included invited VIPs, show sponsors, and a host of local celebrities such as Cecil Chao, Gigi Chao, Stephen Chan, Ankie Beilke, Vincci Cheuk, Sabrina Leung, Bianca Wu, Cheung Tat-Ming, Geoff Wong, Cecilia Yip, Rita Carpio, and Tony Cruz.

WAR HORSE Gallops Into Hong Kong--The Only Asian Stop in Its First International Tour


The National Theatre of Great Britain's critically-acclaimed 2007 stage production of 'War Horse,' which inspired Steven Spielberg's 2011 war drama film of the same name, extends its limited engagement at the Lyric Theatre, Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (1 Gloucester Road, Wan Chai). Tickets to the performances from May 10 to June 2, 2019, are now on sale at HKTicketing.com.

National Theatre Announces Listings For May - October 2019


National Theatre has announced its listings for May - October 2019. Check out the full lineup below!

Tickets Now On Sale For WAR HORSE At Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre


Joey, the life-sized horse puppet from the National Theatre's acclaimed play War Horse, visited Wembley Park to celebrate today's general public on sale of War Horse coming to the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre this autumn.

National Theatre Announces Lineup For First Half of 2019


The National Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup for the first half of 2019.

WAR HORSE Will Return to London At New Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre


Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, Wembley Park's highly-anticipated new theatre venture announces that the acclaimed National Theatre production of War Horse will return to London for a strictly limited run from 18 October 23 November 2019.

Michael Morpurgo's WAR HORSE To Be Narrated Live By Juliet Stevenson, Accompanied By Royal Scottish National Orchestra


Award-winning author Michael Morpurgo will read his heart-breaking War Horse live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Sunday 18 November as part of the venue's Sunday Classics series. He will be joined by co-narrator, the BAFTA Award nominee and much-loved English actress Juliet Stevenson. Alongside the narration will be specially composed music performed by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, and live drawing by acclaimed artist Rae Smith. Vocal soloist Ben Murray will also join, following his own appearance in the National Theatre's production of War Horse.

WAR HORSE To Be Narrated Live By Juliet Stevenson Accompanied By Royal Scottish National Orchestra


Michael Morpurgo's emotionally-charged story is to be narrated live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall by the multi award-winning author, with specially arranged music performed by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra

The National Theatre Announces More Season Details, Including FOLLIES Casting


The National Theatre announces new information, and recaps its upcoming season.

National Theatre Announces its May-September 2018 Season


The National Theatre has announced its May-September 2018 season.

War Horse Returns to the National Theatre Marking the Centenary of Armistice Day


War Horse, based on Michael Morpurgo's beloved novel, a remarkable story of courage, loyalty and friendship, will return to the National Theatre 11 years after its NT debut for a limited run in November 2018. War Horse at the NT marks the centenary of the Armistice which brought World War I to an end.

National Theatre Announces New Casting for Upcoming Season


New casting announced for the new National Theatre season. Full cast has been announced for Brian Friel's Translations including Colin Morgan and Ciaran Hinds, part of the Travelex season with thousands of tickets available at £15. Eric Kofi Abrefa and Thalissa Teixeira join Vanessa Kirby in the cast of Julie, part of the Travelex season with thousands of tickets available at £15. Sam Mendes directs The Lehman Trilogy, a co-production with Neal Street Productions, cast includes Adam Godley, Ben Miles and Simon Russell Beale. Full casting is announced for the award winning An Octoroon by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, transferring to the National Theatre in a co-production with the Orange Tree Theatre. The NT will tour to 30 venues in 27 towns and cities across the UK and Ireland, for a total of 83 playing weeks over the next year. Rufus Norris' Macbeth to tour to 18 venues across the UK and Ireland from autumn 2018. War Horse returns to the National Theatre marking the centenary of Armistice Day.

National Theatre Announces Casting for MACBETH, THE GREAT WAVE, JOHN and More


Dates and casting have announced for new National Theatre season!

WAR HORSE Opens 10th Anniversary Tour Tonight at The Marlowe Theatre; Will Return in 2019


As WAR HORSE opens its 10th Anniversary Tour tonight (3 October) at The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury, it is announced that due to demand, the National Theatre's critically-acclaimed production will return to the venue from 27 February - 16 March 2019.

John Tams FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has John Tams been nominated for?

John Tams has been nominated for a Special Award at the Drama Desk Awards for his work on War Horse.

What awards has John Tams won?

John Tams has won a Special Award at the Drama Desk Awards for his work on War Horse.

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