Archive: Apr 2017

Michael Morpurgo: A Lifetime in Stories exhibition coming to the V&A Museum of Childhood this Summer

19th Apr 2017

The life and exceptional writing power of Michael Morpurgo will be celebrated in a new, free exhibition at the V&A Museum of Childhood this summer (from the 22nd July to 25th February 2018). Michael Morpurgo: A Lifetime in Stories will look at Morpurgo’s life and writing process as well… Read More

Michael Morpurgo: A Lifetime in Stories exhibition coming to the V&A Museum of Childhood this Summer

19th Apr 2017

The life and exceptional writing power of Michael Morpurgo will be celebrated in a new, free exhibition at the V&A Museum of Childhood this summer (from the 22nd July to 25th February 2018). Michael Morpurgo: A Lifetime in Stories will look at Morpurgo’s life and writing process as well… Read More

Michael and Clare Morpurgo become patrons of Seven Stories

13th Apr 2017

We are delighted to share the news that Michael and Clare Morpurgo have become patrons of Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children’s Books, joining David Almond, Lord Beecham of Benwell and Newcastle, David Lloyd, Philip Pullman CBE, Michael Rosen, Dame Jacqueline Wilson, Elizabeth Hammill OBE and Mary Briggs OBE.  They are… Read More

War Horse | Only Remembered with Michael Morpurgo and Ben Murray

6th Apr 2017

Sun 2 July 2017 Author, Michael Morpurgo tells the powerful and deeply-moving story of young Albert and his beloved horse Joey. Seen through the eyes of Joey who witnesses the pity of war on both sides of the trenches as he moves from life on a farm in peaceful Devon… Read More

5×15 | Royal Geographical Society

6th Apr 2017

Michael Morpurgo and a number of other guests, including Ian Hislop and Juliet Stevenson, will speak at a 5×15 event at the Royal Geographical Society on Wednesday 3rd May. Michael and Claire Morpurgo will discuss and celebrate our glorious countryside and the important part it plays in our lives. They will… Read More

An Elephant in the Garden | Stage Adaptation | Bristol

5th Apr 2017

An Elephant in the Garden is now on stage! Michael Morpurgo’s gripping, funny novel is currently on a Spring tour, receiving rave reviews: “Beautiful storytelling in action…stunningly performed by Alison Reid” – The Guardian On the 13th and 14th April 2017, the show will be at The Performing Arts Centre… Read More

Running Wild Live | New Tour Dates

5th Apr 2017

Michael Morpurgo’s novel Running Wild, based on a true story, is brought to lush life with extraordinary heart, vibrant colour and exceptional creativity, wowing audiences of all ages and critics alike. Directed by Timothy Sheader and Dale Rooks with puppetry design and direction by Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié,… Read More

Running Wild Live | New Tour Dates

5th Apr 2017

Michael Morpurgo’s novel Running Wild, based on a true story, is brought to lush life with extraordinary heart, vibrant colour and exceptional creativity, wowing audiences of all ages and critics alike. Directed by Timothy Sheader and Dale Rooks with puppetry design and direction by Finn Caldwell and… Read More