War Horse

We went to see War Horse and it is such a wonderful play. Adapted from Michael Morpurgo's children's book, it is a beautiful story of a horse and it's master who go to war, but not together. They eventually find each other in tragic circumstances, but there is a happier ending than one imagined.

I have copied this image from the official website (see below) as photos are not allowed. Do visit the website for information about when and where the play is being performed as it well worth seeking out.
The horses, and there are several, are all puppets albeit life-sized ones that can support an actor riding them. There is also a very lovely goose with bags of character! Each horse requires three actors (or rather puppeteers) to bring it to life and they do so in an extremely life-like manner. Brilliant!



War Horse