(News Release)
WAR
HORSE is now Toronto's
longest-running professional drama of all time. Performances began February 2,
2012, at the Princess of Wales Theatre and the show has since played 232
performances.
The show's immense popularity has prompted an extension.
WAR HORSE will
now play until November 4, 2012 at Toronto's Princess of Wales Theatre.
The new block of tickets is now available for sale through TicketKing
(416-872-1212 or www.mirvish.com).
"WAR
HORSE is a phenomenon,"
says David
Mirvish. "In the commercial theatre, musicals are
king. They always run the longest. WAR
HORSE, the compelling and
heart-warming tale of family, loyalty and love, has broken the commercial
theatre's golden rule: it is drama that has run as long as most popular
musicals in Toronto -- in fact, longer than many.
"This summer, we were delighted that WAR HORSE led
the charge in attracting visitors to our city. Having heard from family and
friends about the power of this show, people travelled from across Canada to
attend. We also hosted many American visitors, which is especially gratifying,
as they have been missed during the last few summers. But the greatest news was
the many international visitors who attended WAR HORSE.
At each performance you could hear many different languages spoken.
"So we are happy to extend the show's run
in Toronto until November 4th. We know that there are many more people who have
still to see this show and we look forward to welcoming them this fall at the
Princess of Wales Theatre.
"WAR
HORSE is that unique show
that offers something for everyone: the early teenagers who perhaps don't know
enough about the Great War and learn about it through Albert's journey from
childhood to young adulthood during this great conflict; the animal lovers who
appreciate the story's exploration of the bond between humans and animals; the
spectacle-goers who find the epic scale and scope of the production unmatched;
the older theatregoers who can reminisce about seminal events that have shaped
our current society; and anyone who is looking for superb entertainment served
with great beauty, artistry and honest emotion.
"We are very proud of this show and the
all-Canadian cast that has brought it to life in Toronto."
WAR
HORSE is a National Theatre of Great Britain production and is produced
in Toronto by The National Theatre
of Great Britain, Bob Boyet/Tim Levy, David Mirvish and National Angels.
The production is based on a novel by Michael
Morpurgo, adapted by Nick
Stafford in association with Handspring
Puppet Company.
The original direction is by Marianne Elliott and Tom Morris; with sets, costumes
and drawings by Rae Smith; puppetry
design, fabrication and direction by Adrian
Kohler with Basil Jones for Handspring Puppet Company; and lighting
by Paul Constable.
WAR
HORSE in Toronto is sponsored by the National Bank of Canada.
“AN ABSOLUTE TRIUMPH!
It's hard to think of a stage production with more
cross-generational appeal. It’s for everyone.
This is a brilliant and simple gem.” Jian Ghomeshi, CBC Q
This is a brilliant and simple gem.” Jian Ghomeshi, CBC Q
" MAGICAL!
FANTASTIC!
IT ENCHANTS AND STIRS THE SOUL! J. Kelly Nestruck, The Globe
and Mail
"TRIUMPHANT! GALLOPS OFF TO VICTORY!" Robert
Cushman, National Post
" * * * * (out of 5) MAGICAL!”
John Coulbourn, Toronto Sun
WAR HORSE now playing
through November 4, 2012
Tues – Sat 7:30PM, Wed, Sat & Sun 1:30PM
The Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King St. West, Toronto
For Tickets:
www.mirvish.com OR 416-872-1212 or
1-800-461-3333
Tickets from $35 - $130
Rush Tickets $29
Recommended for ages
10+
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