War Horse Tickets

War Horse Tickets in London

The National Theatre’s landmark play War Horse gallops back to its original home, the Olivier Theatre on London’s South Bank, in a major revival of the world-famous production. 
Blending astonishing stagecraft, life-sized puppets and a sweeping musical score that carries you from rural Devon to the battlefields of France, War Horse is unmissable, and returns to London for a strictly limited run - secure your tickets today.

What Is the Play War Horse About? 

At the outbreak of the First World War, a Devonshire farm boy, Albert, is separated from his beloved horse, Joey, when Joey is sold to the cavalry and sent overseas. Too young to enlist, Albert can’t let go and instead sets out on a daunting journey that pulls him into a changing world, where ordinary lives are swept up by extraordinary events, determined to bring his friend home. Across village fields, training grounds, and the brutal churn of the trenches, War Horse follows the bond between boy and horse as it’s tested by distance, duty, and survival.

The History of War Horse

War Horse first premiered at the National Theatre’s Olivier Theatre in October 2007. Based on Michael Morpurgo’s beloved children's novel, the production is known for its innovative, incredibly life-like puppetry work from the Handspring Puppet Company - the puppeteers spent time at stables during rehearsals, studying how horses move so the onstage behaviour felt authentic.

Critically acclaimed, the production returned for a further run at the National, transferred to the West End and later expanded internationally, including a major Broadway run. War Horse has earned numerous awards, snagging several Olivier and Tony Awards, including a Special Tony Award recognising the puppet work.

The Cast of War Horse

Casting for this revival is to be announced.

The Creative Team of War Horse

War Horse is based on the novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted for the stage by Nick Stafford (Battle Royal, The Snow Queen).

Tom Morris (Dr Semmelweis, Touching the Void), who co-directed the original production alongside Marianne Elliot, returns to direct alongside revival director Katie Henry.

Set and costume design is by Rae Smith (The Importance of Being Earnest, Translations). The horse puppets are by Handspring Puppet Company, with puppet design credited to Adrian Kohler and Basil Jones. Music and sound for the production is by Adrian Sutton with John Tams.

Tickets for War Horse at the National Theatre

Saddle up: Joey’s heading home. War Horse is truly unforgettable theatre - this epic story of love, friendship and courage features breathtaking puppetry and a stirring score. Returning to the Olivier Theatre for a strictly limited run, you won’t want to miss this iconic, Tony and Olivier award-winning play. Ready to Ride? Book tickets for War Horse at the National Theatre today!