Michael Morpurgo and Joey the Horse-Puppet Reunite for War Horse Celebration

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Watch as the author of War Horse sings along with a group of community choirs!

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A group of community choirs performed songs from War Horse to celebrate its return to our Olivier Theatre. Author Sir Michael Morpurgo and life-sized horse puppet Joey joined in! See the video!

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Based on Michael Morpurgo ’s beloved novel, adapted by Nick Stafford and originally directed by Marianne Elliott and Tom Morris , War Horse has become the most successful play in the history of The National Theatre , winning more than 25 major awards including the Tony Award for ‘Best Play’ and has been seen by over 8.8 million people worldwide. It returns to captivate a whole new generation - now playing until 30 July 2026.

War Horse tells the remarkable story of a young boy called Albert and his horse Joey, set against the backdrop of the First World War. It is a timeless story of love, courage and friendship, brought to life by astonishing life-sized horses from Handspring Puppet Company and a stirring musical score.

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_Originally reported by [BroadwayWorld](https://www.broadwayworld.com/westend/article/Video-Michael-Morpurgo-Reunites-With-Joey-the-Horse-Puppet-at-WAR-HORSE-at-the-National-Theatre-20260624)._