War Horse Tickets
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About War Horse
Don’t miss War Horse, the National Theatre’s legendary smash hit and 2011 Tony award-winner, as it returns home to the Olivier Theatre for a limited 2026 run. Book War Horse tickets on TodayTix.
War Horse is a play that starts at the outbreak of the First World War. Young Albert Narracott’s beloved horse, Joey, is sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France. Albert, being too young to enlist, knows what he must do: he must set off on a dangerous yet heart-warming adventure to save Joey and bring him home to safety. War Horse is based on Michael Morpurgo’s novel and combines a historic wartime atmosphere with some of the most ambitious theatrical feats in the shape of life-sized horse puppets.
This is a show with great scale and palpable emotion, moving from the sprawling fields of Devon to the treacherous battlefields of France as it weaves music and imagery into a story that is sure to bring the audience to tears in the best of ways.
Run time
2hr 45min. Incl. Interval.
Venue
Categories
Plays, Off West End, Family / Kid-friendly, Adventure, Book Adaptation, Must-See
Age
Ages 10+.
Start date
16th May, 2026
End date
30th July, 2026
War Horse cast and creative team
By: Michael Morpurgo
Directors: Marianne Elliott and Tom Morris
Sets and Costume Designer/Drawings: Rae Smith
Puppet Design and Fabrication: Adrian Kohler Adrian Kohler for Handspring Puppet Company
Lighting Designer: Paule Constable
Director of Movement and Horse Choreography: Toby Sedgwick
Puppetry Director: Adrian Kohler for Handspring Puppet Company
Animation and Projection Design: Leo Warner and Mark Grimmer
Music: Adrian Sutton
Songmaker: John Tams
Sound Designer: Christopher Shut
Venue
Olivier Theatre
Directions
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: Waterloo
Bus numbers: (Waterloo Road) 1, 4, 26, 59, 68, 76, 139, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 341, 521, RV1, X68
Night bus numbers: (Waterloo Road) 139, 176, 188, 243, 341, N1, N68, N76, N171, N343
Car park: National Theatre, Upper Ground (1min)
Directions from tube: (10mins) Follow signs for exits to the South Bank. This should lead you to an underground pedestrian passage called ‘Sutton Walk’ that emerges at the South Bank. Turn right and walk along the river Thames until you see the National Theatre.
More information about War Horse
War Horse returns to the National Theatre almost 20 years after its grand debut in 2007. Since its premiere, it has become a commercial success, winning over 25 major awards and reaching millions of viewers worldwide. This 2026 revival of War Horse in London follows a sold-out national tour.
This play was created by Tom Morris, with revival direction by Katie Henry. The masterful creative team includes set and costume design by Rae Smith, music by Adrian Sutton, songmaking by John Tams, and sound by Christopher Shutt. As for its masterclass cast, Tom Sturgess stars as Albert Narracott, with Jo Castleton as Rose Narracott and Stephen Beckett as Ted Narracott, alongside a large ensemble.
War Horse is a deeply emotional, intimate play. It plays on themes of loyalty and heartbreak, and love so strong that not even the fear of death can break its bond. Audiences are sure to have their heartstrings pulled during a gorgeous night of theatre.
What to watch for
- Steven Spielberg directed the film adaptation of War Horse in 2011.
- The play won five Tony awards in 2011, including one for Best Play.
- The first non-English language interpretation of the play was launched in Berlin.
- War Horse, the novel, was first published in 1982.
Frequently asked questions
What is War Horse about?
Don’t miss War Horse, the internationally acclaimed National Theatre production that brings Albert Narracott and his beloved Joey back to the stage in this stunning 2026 revival.
Which theatre is War Horse at?
War Horse is at London's Olivier Theatre, which is located at National Theatre, South Bank, London, SE1 9PX.
How do you get tickets for War Horse?
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What is the running time of War Horse?
War Horse runs for 2hr 45min. Incl. Interval.
What is the age recommendation for War Horse?
Ages 10+.
How much are tickets for War Horse?
War Horse tickets start at £30.
Who wrote War Horse?
Michael Morpurgo was the author of the novel, and Nick Stafford adapted it for the stage.
Who directed War Horse?
Tom Morris leads this revival alongside Katie Henry as the revival director.
Is War Horse appropriate for kids?
This production is best suited for audiences 10+.
Is War Horse good?
War Horse is startlingly gorgeous and is greatly admired. With ambitious staging and incredible visuals that have been handcrafted for audiences worldwide, this is not a show you will want to miss.
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