Theatre conventions were a lot stricter during the Elizabethan Era, when seating was assigned based on class and patrons who failed to turn off their cell phones were openly mocked in the minstrel's lyrics during musical interludes. Take in a more merciful evening of performance with today's WagJag, and pay $69 for a ticket to see War Horse at the Princess of Wales Theatre (up to a $137.50 value). Choose from seven available show times at checkout.
An award-winning National Theatre of Great Britain production, War Horse is an epic about a young boy and his beloved horse caught in the violent crossfire of World War I. Young Albert Narracott's trusty steed, Joey, is sold to the cavalry and shipped off to France, encountering grim circumstances on both the British and German front lines. Though not even old enough to enlist in the Army, Albert's refusal to leave his four-legged friend behind leads him on a truly hazardous journey to bring Joey back home. The Toronto production stars recent National Theatre School of Canada graduate Alex Furber as Albert.
One of the show's major draws is the breathtaking life-sized puppets, created in gorgeous detail by the Handspring Puppet Company and brought to life by a talented cast of movement artists. Now a worldwide hit, War Horse has received an impressive five Tony Awards including Best Play, while the Toronto staging has earned praise from critics across the board.
From the Company:
War Horse is an award-winning international hit in a new all-Canadian production.
A life affirming story of family, courage and adventure. "A brilliant show for everyone!" (CBC)
Visually stunning (Global) and filled with stirring music and song, WAR HORSE has at its heart astonishing life-sized puppets created by South Africa's Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to life. Don't miss War Horse this summer!
Reviews
"Bold, brave and beautiful! Strongly compelling, astonishingly theatrical! Dramatic gold! I was profoundly moved! Makes us glad to be in a city where theatre this heart-stoppingly wonderful can take place." - Toronto Star
"Without a word of exaggeration, the most moving theatre experience I've had. Ever." - CHFI 98.1
Shows (Choose one at checkout)
- Tuesday, July 24, 7:30pm
- Wednesday, July 25, 7:30pm
- Thursday, July 26, 7:30pm
- Friday, July 27, 7:30pm
- Saturday, July 28, 1:30pm
- Saturday, July 28, 7:30pm
- Sunday, July 29, 1:30pm
