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War Horse to return to the National Theatre to mark Armistice Day centenary year

28th Feb 2018

To mark the 100th anniversary of the Armistice, the National Theatre will revive War Horse in the Lyttelton Theatre for a limited run – 8 November 2018 to 5 January 2019. The Olivier Award-winning production, based on Michael Morpurgo’s bestselling 1982 novel, will celebrate 100 years since the First World War… Read More

Announcement: Knighthood for Michael Morpurgo

2nd Jan 2018

We are incredibly proud to announce that Michael has been awarded a knighthood for his services to literature and charity in this year’s New Year Honours list. Here is what Sir Michael had to say about it: “Well, how extraordinary. We all know that any kind of success we might… Read More

Story Hour Christmas Special – Farm Boy

21st Dec 2017

We are thrilled to announce that on Christmas Day, there will be a ‘Story Hour Christmas Special’ on talkRADIO, featuring Michael’s contemporary classic, Farm Boy – the magical sequel to War Horse. Tune into talkRADIO on Christmas Day from 1 o’clock to hear Michael’s Farm Boy, read by the author… 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

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

Chagword Literary Festival | War Horse

24th Dec 2016

Michael Morpurgo will be narrating his widely loved story, War Horse, at the Chagword Literary Festival, which runs from the 17th – 19th March 2017. Michael’s narration will be interspersed with songs specially composed by John Tams for the National Theatre’s staging of the story and sung for us by highly… Read More

Michael Morpurgo receives J M Barrie Award

10th Nov 2016

Michael Morpurgo has been awarded the J M Barrie Award for his contribution to children’s literature. The award, which champions the arts for children, is now in its 12th year. Storymaker, playwright and performer, Michael Morpurgo’s work reaches across the arts. He is the author of over 140 books, and his… Read More

War Horse Live at the Royal Albert Hall – A Night to Remember

8th Nov 2016

“It’s really exciting. It doesn’t happen every day, to be able to tell one’s stories” – Michael Morpurgo War Horse, arguably Michael Morpurgo’s most famous story, was the subject of a magnificent showcase on 27 October when Michael… Read More

Durham Book Festival | Michael Morpurgo and Pat Barker a Resounding Success

28th Oct 2016

The 14th of October saw Michael Morpurgo and Pat Barker attend the Durham Book festival, in association with the International Literature Showcase, at Durham Cathedral. Together they discussed and shared memories about what drew them to chronicling the First World War, and to reflect upon their prolific careers. Read More

War Horse: The Story in Concert at the Royal Albert Hall | Read by Michael Morpurgo and Joanna Lumley

14th Oct 2016

War Horse: The Story in Concert The World Premiere of War Horse live sees Michael Morpurgo and Joanna Lumley taking to the stage of the Royal Albert Hall to read his poignant, emotionally-charged novel with musical accompaniment from the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra.. The Story War Horse is the tale… Read More

On Tour: War Horse

11th Oct 2016

Michael Morpurgo’s poignant and well loved story; War Horse, is once again on tour in the UK. ‘After a few months rest, out at pasture, Joey, the War Horse and his great team from the National Theatre, will be touring the UK again, from 2017 through to 2018 and the centenary of… Read More

War Horse Returns to the Stage: 2017-2018 UK Tour

31st Aug 2016

Seen by over seven million people and with 25 awards to its name, War Horse returns to the stage for its long-awaited 2017-2018 UK tour. As we approach the centenary of World War 1, the National Theatre prepare to bring its most successful play back to audiences across the UK, touring theatres in Canterbury, Bristol,… Read More