Michael Morpurgo
Latest News on Michael Morpurgo:
Belgrade Theatre Coventry Reveals Further Details Of 2026 Season (Feb 11, 2026)
PRIVATE PEACEFUL Will Embark on Autumn Tour (Feb 10, 2026)
Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and More Lead 2026 Programming at The National Theatre (Jan 27, 2026)
Belgrade Theatre Coventry Reveals Further Details Of 2026 Season (Feb 11, 2026)
PRIVATE PEACEFUL Will Embark on Autumn Tour (Feb 10, 2026)
Cate Blanchett, Sandra Oh, and More Lead 2026 Programming at The National Theatre (Jan 27, 2026)
Photos
RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
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RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
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RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
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RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
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RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
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RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
.photojohanpersson.jpg?format=auto&width=600)
RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
RUNNING WILD by Morpurgo, , Writer - Michael Morpurgo, Adaption - Samuel Adamson,
Director – Timothy Sheader & Dale Rooks,
Designer – Paul Wills,
Puppetry Design and Direction – Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié for Gyre & Gimble, Regent's Pa
Date:
04/21/2016
From: Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at RUNNING WILD in Rehearsal at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
Michael Morpurgo, members of the cast and finalists attend The Wicked Young Writers' Award at the Apollo Victoria Theatre, London, England on 6th December 2011. (Credit should read: Dan Wooller/wooller.com). Paid use only. No Syndication
Date:
12/06/2012
From: Photo Flash: Winners Announced at the Third Annual WICKED YOUNG WRITERS' AWARD
Jack McEwan, Johnathan Douglas, Darcey Fleming, Catherine Solway, Michael Morpurgo, Scott Wilson, Michael McCabe (Executive Producer) and Sophie Max attend The Wicked Young Writers' Award at the Apollo Victoria Theatre, London, England on 6th December 20
Date:
12/06/2012
From: Photo Flash: Winners Announced at the Third Annual WICKED YOUNG WRITERS' AWARD
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Productions
Writing
Source Material
Author
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2010 - The Audience Award for Most Popular Show
Michael Morpurgo, War Horse
Videos
VIDEO: BEETLEJUICE Fan Art Mural at the Marquis Wows the Show's Cast!
by A.A. Cristi - 2022-04-07 18:13:37
VIDEO: First Look at New & Returning Cast of BEETLEJUICE in Rehearsal
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-04-01 16:42:19
VIDEO: First Look at the Digital Production of AN ELEPHANT IN THE GARDEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-03-31 12:25:47
TV: First Look at Andrew Veenstra, Albert Narracott and More in Highlights of WAR HORSE US Tour
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2013-01-08 15:41:35
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Birmingham Hippodrome Season - PHANTOM, LION KING and More!
by Stage Tube - 2012-12-04 07:52:54
STAGE TUBE: WAR HORSE's 'Joey' Visits Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
by Stage Tube - 2012-08-07 17:56:11
STAGE TUBE: Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Holland Taylor and More at WAR HORSE's LA Opening
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-07-05 17:52:21
STAGE TUBE: Behind-the-Scenes of WAR HORSE Tour in LA; Opens Tonight, 6/29!
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-06-29 17:32:59
STAGE TUBE: Trailer Released for Steven Spielberg's WAR HORSE Film
by Robert Diamond - 2011-06-29 08:05:58
News
Belgrade Theatre Coventry Reveals Further Details Of 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Belgrade Theatre Coventry has announced further details of shows coming up in 2026, with tickets on sale to members now and general sale from Monday 16 February.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Belgrade Theatre Coventry has announced further details of shows coming up in 2026, with tickets on sale to members now and general sale from Monday 16 February.
PRIVATE PEACEFUL Will Embark on Autumn Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026
The acclaimed adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's PRIVATE PEACEFUL, directed by Simon Reade, will tour this autumn, featuring a powerful one-person performance.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026
The acclaimed adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's PRIVATE PEACEFUL, directed by Simon Reade, will tour this autumn, featuring a powerful one-person performance.
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!
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!
Tickets For BEETLEJUICE at Playhouse Square on Sale This Week
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025
Playhouse Square announced that single tickets for the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, will go on sale this week.
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025
Playhouse Square announced that single tickets for the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, will go on sale this week.
BEETLEJUICE in Indianapolis Reschedules Opening Night Performance for Friday
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2025
Broadway in Indianapolis has announced that due to unforeseen circumstances, tonight’s performance of BEETLEJUICE, Tuesday April 8, has been rescheduled at 1pm ET on Friday April 11.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 8, 2025
Broadway in Indianapolis has announced that due to unforeseen circumstances, tonight’s performance of BEETLEJUICE, Tuesday April 8, has been rescheduled at 1pm ET on Friday April 11.
BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL Is Coming To The Fisher Theatre In August
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025
Back by popular demand, the ghost-with-the-most is returning to Detroit in this edgy and irreverent Broadway musical comedy. BEETLEJUICE will play Detroit's Fisher Theatre August 5 – 10.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025
Back by popular demand, the ghost-with-the-most is returning to Detroit in this edgy and irreverent Broadway musical comedy. BEETLEJUICE will play Detroit's Fisher Theatre August 5 – 10.
FARM BOY Comes to Corn Exchange Newbury
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025
Lichfield Garrick will present Michael Morpurgo's Farm Boy at the Corn Exchange Newbury to round off their Easter holiday offerings. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2025
Lichfield Garrick will present Michael Morpurgo's Farm Boy at the Corn Exchange Newbury to round off their Easter holiday offerings. Learn more about the show here!
BEETLEJUICE National Tour is Coming to the Arsht in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025
The 2024-2025 Broadway in Miami series will continue with the Miami premiere of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, for a limited engagement. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025
The 2024-2025 Broadway in Miami series will continue with the Miami premiere of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, for a limited engagement. Learn how to purchase tickets.
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.
Corn Exchange Newbury Reveals Easter Event Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025
This Easter, the Corn Exchange Newbury and The Base Greenham are bringing a spectacular line-up of family-friendly entertainment, offering plenty to do this school holiday.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025
This Easter, the Corn Exchange Newbury and The Base Greenham are bringing a spectacular line-up of family-friendly entertainment, offering plenty to do this school holiday.
THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO, LA BOHEME, and More Set For Opera North's 2025/26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025
Opera North has announced its repertoire for the year. The season will kick off in September with The Secret of the Black Spider. Learn more about the full season here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025
Opera North has announced its repertoire for the year. The season will kick off in September with The Secret of the Black Spider. Learn more about the full season here!
Celebrate World Theatre Day At The Corn Exchange Newbury; Full Lineup Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2025
The Corn Exchange Newbury will invite theatre lovers of all ages to celebrate World Theatre Day on Thursday 27 March with an upcoming line-up of fantastic performances that capture the magic, creativity, and emotion of live theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2025
The Corn Exchange Newbury will invite theatre lovers of all ages to celebrate World Theatre Day on Thursday 27 March with an upcoming line-up of fantastic performances that capture the magic, creativity, and emotion of live theatre.
BEETLEJUICE is Now Playing in Chicago
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025
BEETLEJUICE is back in Chicago! The Broadway hit will haunt the Cadillac Palace Theatre for a strictly limited engagement through March 16, 2025. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025
BEETLEJUICE is back in Chicago! The Broadway hit will haunt the Cadillac Palace Theatre for a strictly limited engagement through March 16, 2025. Learn more here!
The Dukes Announce New Spring/Summer Season Packed With Theatre, Comedy, Cinema And More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025
The Dukes have announced the launch of their new Spring/Summer Season. The Dukes open the doors once more to their fringe theatre venue Moor space, as shows return with classics alongside immersive and interactive titles.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025
The Dukes have announced the launch of their new Spring/Summer Season. The Dukes open the doors once more to their fringe theatre venue Moor space, as shows return with classics alongside immersive and interactive titles.
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!
BEETLEJUICE Returns To Ensemble Arts Philly This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025
Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, Beetlejuice, returning to the Academy of Music by popular demand from July 29 – August 3, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025
Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, Beetlejuice, returning to the Academy of Music by popular demand from July 29 – August 3, 2025.
BEETLEJUICE Comes to the Lied Center Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025
The ghost-with-the-most will make his Lincoln debut in this edgy and irreverent new Broadway musical comedy. BEETLEJUICE will play the Lied Center for Performing Arts.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025
The ghost-with-the-most will make his Lincoln debut in this edgy and irreverent new Broadway musical comedy. BEETLEJUICE will play the Lied Center for Performing Arts.
BEETLEJUICE On Sale Tomorrow At Cadillac Palace Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2024
BEETLEJUICE is back for another hauntingly hilarious run! Broadway In Chicago announced that tickets will go on sale Friday, December 20, for this ghoulishly fun musical comedy.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2024
BEETLEJUICE is back for another hauntingly hilarious run! Broadway In Chicago announced that tickets will go on sale Friday, December 20, for this ghoulishly fun musical comedy.
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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Michael Morpurgo written?
Michael Morpurgo has written 2 shows including War Horse (Source Material), Farm Boy (Author).
What awards has Michael Morpurgo been nominated for?
and The Audience Award for Most Popular Show (Olivier Awards) for War Horse.
Videos