Dates:
Now on Stage!
Theatre:
Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King Street West
Toronto, ON M5V 1J2
416 872 1212
Seating Chart
Performance Schedule:
Tuesday - Saturday 7:30PM
Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday 1:30PM
Recommended age: 10+
PRODUCTION EFFECTS
STROBE LIGHTING, SMOKE EFFECTS, RECORDED EXPLOSION AND GUN SHOTS.
Running Time:
2 hours 40 minutes including intermission
War Horse
WAR HORSE is an award-winning international hit in a new all-Canadian production.
The “unforgettable story” (CTV) begins at the outbreak of WWI. Joey, young Albert’s beloved horse, is sold to the cavalry and shipped to France. Joey is 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.
Back in England Albert cannot forget Joey and, though not old enough to enlist, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find his horse and bring him home.
“Visually stunning” (Global) and filled with stirring music and song, WAR HORSE has at its heart astonishing life-sized puppets created by South Africa’s Handpsing Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to llife.
Don’t miss this remarkable tale of courage, loyalty and friendship that will “enchant and stir the soul” (The Globe and Mail).
PLEASE LINK TO WARHORSETORONTO.CA FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND RESOURCES.
NEW! WAR HORSE RUSH SEATS!
Front row Orchestra Rush seats can be purchased on the day of the performance, in-person at the Princess of Wales Theatre box office. Limit of 2 tickets per person. Tickets are $29 each and are available on a first come, first serve basis. There is a limit of 22 rush seats per performance, subject to availability.
Please note that the Princess of Wales Theatre box office hours vary by day, and rush ticket sales will begin at the following times:
Tuesday, 12:00pm
Wednesday, 11:00am
Thursday - Friday, 12:00pm
Saturday - Sunday, 11:00am
War Horse Original Canadian Cast 2012. Photos by © Brinkhoff / Mögenburg
RESTAURANTS NEAR THE THEATRE
Forget About It!
325 King Street West
416-599-9909
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Spring Rolls
240 Queen St. West
416-351-3278
springrolls.ca
HOTELS NEAR THE THEATRE
Sheraton Centre Toronto
123 Queen Street West
416-361-1000
sheratontoronto.com
Westin Harbour Castle
1 Harbour Square
416-869-1600
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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.