THURSDAY MAY 17, 7:30PM
FRIDAY MAY 18, 7:30PM
The Show
The Story
1912: At the village auction, Albert’s father, Ted Narracott (a poor farmer who has had one too many beers that morning), decides to take on his brother and long-standing enemy, local bully Arthur Narracott. They set to bidding over a young hunter colt. After having driven the price up to astronomical proportions, Arthur gives up the bidding and lets Ted buy the horse.
Over the next two years Albert and Joey, as the horse is named, grow to love and to develop a profound understanding of each other.
1914: War with Germany is declared. The local yeomanry set about recruiting and Ted, unknown to Albert, decides to sell Joey to the army. Major, a local soldier, promises Albert that he will look after Joey when he goes to war: he gives him his solemn word that the horse will be safe. Albert reluctantly lets him go.
Major Nicholls is as good as his word, proving a loyal keeper and friend of Joey’s. He introduces him to Topthorn, a thoroughbred and the finest horse in the yeomanry. The two horses come to find peace and security together, for a while. After Major Nicholls is killed in action the horses are captured by the Germans. Meanwhile, back in Devon, the news of Major Nicholls’ death has reached Albert. Convinced that Joey will no longer be safe outside of his custody, Albert escapes from the farm and runs away to join the army and bring his beloved horse home safely.
Recommended age 10+
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Performance Schedule
Tuesday - Saturday 7:30PM
Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday 1:30PM
Added performances Thu June 28, 1:30PM, Sun September 16, 7:30PM
No show on Sun July 1
Running Time
2 hours 40 minutes including intermission
Venue
The Princess of Wales Theatre
300 King Street West
Toronto
Seating chart
RESTAURANTS NEAR THE THEATRE
Joe Mama's
317 King Street West
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132 John Street
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HOTELS NEAR THE THEATRE
Sheraton Centre Toronto
123 Queen Street West
416-361-1000
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Westin Harbour Castle
1 Harbour Square
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Saw a performance on Feb. 29th. I was astounded at how well the actors picked up on the little movements and ways that horses have of flicks of the ears or scratching of knee with their muzzle. They did an excellent job. As a horse owner I felt they performed with surprising reality. Well done.
there are not enough superlatives for War Horse! It sure makes the film pale by comparison....what a joy that this is a Canadian company, and how talented they all are
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This is a phenomenal production of war horse mirvish production has done it again for having this all canadian (i think) cast in this war horse because i tell you its better than broadways production!!! bravo!! i haven't something so extrordinary since the lion king and im relating it to the lion king because the puppetry is like it but i feel better younger audience will disagree but this is phenomenal show 4 stars out of 4!!! This production will go long i hope because of various reasons (the movie i hope brings business to this show because it deserves that much attention because its so good!!)
What a fantastic show! Amazing how the horses were shown on stage. I saw the movie first and enjoyed that, but the Stage Play was the best. An emotional play, but loved it. Every actor/actress on stage should be commended for their brilliant performance along with the production crew. I gasve that performance a Standing Ovation along with the rest of the audience. A job well done. Highly recommend the play. I saw the show with my husband on mar. 18/12.
Five Thumbs up for this brilliant performance. I never thought that a puppet could bring me to tears.
The ability to bring personality to the horses was mind boggling. The breath work involved... Wow!
Wendy and I thought the show was absolutely fantastic - you are drawn in by the horses relationship with the human characters
Beautifully, amazingly, phenomenally done - five thumbs up. If you were thrilled with The Lion King, you will be blown away by War Horse.
War Horse was an absolute riveting, spellbinding performance/production.
Thank you
Enjoyed the matinee performance on March 7th. Had to suspend my disbelief many times in order to appreciate the brilliant puppetry! Well done, and congrats to all for a marvellous production!
Saw the show yesterday March 11 with my cousin and we both agreed this was one of our favorites. I was more emotional (4 scenes) than she was. Overall, so worth it. The production and music were beautifully done and would highly recommend it.
I saw the original production in London, and was wondering how this would compare. I enjoyed it even more this time because my seat was dead centre, row EE, so the horses were rearing almost over my head - thrilling! Congratulations on the dialect coaching, and a special word for the young actress who played Emilie beautifully. And thanks for the articulated horse magnet in the gift shop - I bought several for gifts!
Great performances; amazing staging. I was concerned about hearing because our seats were in the dress circle, however, the actors' projection was excellent and there was no problem.
We absolutely loved the show. The horses were so life-like. The story was so well developed and real. My friend and I wept at several parts in the first half and some in the second half. Excellent acting. My favourite show of the season.
We thoroughly enjoyed the show and thought the horses amazing - their actions so lifelike. It is no wonder the show won so many awards. Thank you for bringing it to us in Toronto.
This production was absolutely phenomenal! It may actually be the best play I have ever seen! Everyone should go!
What an brilliant production! The puppetry was terrific so much so that you forgot the horses and geese were not 'real'. Hard to hold off the tears...but the end 'got me'. One of the finest productions I've seen since being a subscriber for 4 years.
Awesome production. Was expecting Albert to hug his father as well. Looking forward to seeing the movie now that I have seen the play.
This is by far the best play we have seen at the Mirvish Productions and we have seen many great plays. The puppetry is amazing! Don't miss this one!
This is a spectacular show and if we see the movie I believe that I will be disappointed with the REAL horses!
War Horse is the best show that I have ever seen. My friend and I saw War Horse last Thursday and I have not stopped telling people about it and that they must go and see this wonderful show.
Absolutely magnificent. I got so absorbed by the performance I forgot that the horses are puppets.
Thank you for the experience.
This play was so amazingly performed,the interaction between performers and puppets is outstanding! I had taken my daughter and friends (all drama students) and they had the opportunity to meet with both the lead actior and stage manager - a great learning experience for them!
I never realised how realistic the puppetry was. The puppeteers/actors were true artists and made the horses come alive right down to every flick of the ear and toss of the mane. My husband and I enjoyed the play immensely.
Wow, wow, wow! Crazy good. Although the puppetry gets all the attention (and it is spectacular), I was equally amazed at the performances from the actors. So convincing, so real, and so emotional. Bravo!!!!
I read the book and enjoyed. My two friends and I were mesmerized by the production. Well done. I am telling my friends they must this production.
We thoroughly enjoyed the performance of War Horse. The puppets are absolutley amazing and the story deserves to be told and appreciated. We highly recommend it!
The show was amazing. My wife and daughter both agree that of all the shows we have seen, War Horse was the best. I read the book prior to the show. The evening was most enjoyable, entertaining and emotionally touching. All those involved in this production must be commended for their performances.
Thank you.