Due to scheduling issues, the decision has been taken by the producers of War Horse and Wales Millennium Centre to cancel the following performances: 14 and 20 October. Extra performances have been added at 2.30pm on 19 and 22 October. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
The global phenomenon returns to Cardiff.
The National Theatre’s acclaimed production returns in an all-new UK and Ireland 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.
A TRIUMPH OF THEATRICALITY
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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Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo | Adapted by Nick Stafford
In association with the award-winning Handspring Puppet Company
The National Theatre's Partner for Financial Wellbeing, Charles Stanley, is supporting War Horse on tour.
Age guidance: 10+ (no under 2s) contains strong language, pyrotechnics and loud bangs.
Start time:
Tue – Sat 7.30pm
Thu + Sat 2.30pm
Running Time: Approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes (including 1 interval)
The producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.
MEMBERS
£10 off opening night (selected seats, limited availability) 15 October. Become a member.
GROUPS
Groups 10+ from £5 off selected seats, Mon – Thu. Organise a group visit
Groups payment date: 10 June 2025
16-30
£8 off selected seats, Mon – Thu.
UNDER 16S
£5 off selected seats, Mon – Thu.
All offers subject to allocations and availability
Book early to ensure the best choice of seats. We regularly monitor and adjust ticket prices to optimise income and to ensure a wide range of price options where possible. Prices are subject to change. Read more
