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The Global Phenomenon Returns
The National Theatre’s acclaimed production returns in an all-new UK tour. 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. At its heart are astonishing life-sized horses by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on stage.
At the outbreak of World War One, Joey, young Albert’s beloved horse, is sold to the Cavalry and shipped to France. He’s soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary journey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in No Man’s Land. Albert, who remained on his parents’ Devon farm, cannot forget Joey. Though still not old enough to enlist, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find Joey and bring him home.
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Additional information
Age recommendation: 10+ years old
Standard groups rate available: To book please call 0161 876 2003 or email groups@thelowry.com
1 in 11 goes free
Schools price: £25 (available on Thu 19 at 2.30pm, Wed 24 at 2.30pm and Thu 25 Sept at 2.30pm.)
Please note the Schools price applies to the Upper Circle only
Accessible Performances
Audio Described by Caroline Burn: Wed 25 Sept 2024 at 7.30pm | Touch Tour: Wed 25 Sept 2024 at 6pm
BSL Interpreted by Emma Jane Mansfield: Fri 27 Sept 2024 at 7.30pm
Captioned Performance: Sat 28 Sept 2024 at 2.30pm
To book accessible performances, please email access@thelowry.com or call 0161 876 2183