The winner of five 2011 Tony Awards including Best Play, WAR HORSE will embark on a national tour in June 2012, bringing the hit play to 30 U.S. cities during the 2012-2013 season. WAR HORSE has been seen by almost 2 million people worldwide and is currently playing at New York's Lincoln Center Theater, in London's West End, and at Toronto�s Princess of Wales Theatre. Future productions of WAR HORSE are planned for Australia, Berlin and South Africa, as well as a UK Tour.
The tour of WAR HORSE, based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo and adapted by Nick Stafford, will be directed by Bijan Sheibani based on the original Tony� Award-winning direction by Marianne Elliott and Tom Morris, and presented in association with Handspring Puppet Company. At the heart of the show are life-sized puppets which bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on stage.
Michael Morpurgo�s novel, War Horse, is also the inspiration for Steven Spielberg�s feature film of the same name, which was nominated for six Academy Awards including Best Picture.
Michael Stewart Allen, who toured nationally and internationally with the first Broadway tour of War Horse by The National Theater of Great Britain, has an extensive theatrical background including performances at The Kennedy Center and The Old Globe, as well as TV appearances on Billions and The Blacklist. more...
Brooks Brantly, who played Sgt. Fine in the National Theatre of London's 1st National Tour of War Horse, was last seen as W.W. in the Off-Broadway production of FLY at New Victory Theatre. more...
Jason Alan Carvell, known for his roles in NCIS: New Orleans, The Baker and the Beauty, and Ancient Skies, was also a part of the cast of War Horse, showcasing his versatility on stage. more...
Todd Cerveris is a seasoned actor who brought depth and intensity to his role in War Horse. more...
Mike Heslin, a versatile actor with a BFA from The Boston Conservatory, showcased his talent in the national tour of the Tony Award-winning play War Horse, among other notable stage and screen performances. more...
Mat Hostetler, known for his roles in Cold Case, NCIS, and JAG, was part of the talented cast in War Horse. more...
Chad Jennings, originally from Yakima, Washington, brought his talents to the national tour of War Horse, showcasing his versatility across various esteemed regional theaters and even appearing in the film Money Monster. more...
Nick LaMedica, a professional actor and puppeteer from New York City, had the incredible experience of touring the world with WAR HORSE. more...
Megan Loomis, who has showcased her talents in the touring production of War Horse, has also graced the stage in numerous other tours and Off-Broadway productions, including The Other Josh Cohen and Allegro. more...
Jason Loughlin, a North Carolina native with a BA in Theatre from UNC-Charlotte, played the role of Major Nichols in the 1st National tour of War Horse, directed by Bijan Sheibani. more...
Christopher Mai made his First National Tour debut with the North American production of War Horse and was most recently seen in the hit TV series Smash on NBC. more...
Angela Reed showcased her versatile acting skills in the first national tour of War Horse, adding to her impressive theatre credits which include Broadway hits like Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and A Doll's House, Part 2. more...
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