Based on the book of the same name by Michael Morpurgo, War Horse is a must-see spectacle that gives a whole new theatrical experience to the West End stage.
Adapted for the stage by Nick Stafford, the show premiered in 2007 in London, England. Currently being performed at the New London Theatre, War Horse is both emotionally invigorating and captivating. The story follows a young boy named Albert and his friendship with his horse Joey. Set behind the backdrop of World War I, Joey is soon enlisted to be used as a war horse, sold to the cavalry and shipped to France. Unable to cope with the separation from his friend, Albert soon enlists himself in the army as well in hopes of finding his horse again along the way.
With a phenomenal cast full of young British talent, and innovative set and costume design, the production is an absolute spectacular. The real standout however, is the intricately designed life-sized horses used in the play. The puppets, controlled by four actors move and interact with the actors on stage with such fluidity and life-like movements that at times, you can't help but forget that those aren't real horses.
Not much more needs to be said about the show, as it is something that every avid theatre goer must experience once in their lifetime. War Horse is truly perfect production that will no doubt move you with its touching story, and wow you with its carefully crafted stage designs.
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