Remains diamond-sharp in its staging and dazzling in its visual imagination, as magical as any spell or potion
The New York Times
Remains diamond-sharp in its staging and dazzling in its visual imagination, as magical as any spell or potion
The New York Times
Why see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?
The Eighth Harry Potter Story
Now showing in one part - experience the story in one go!
The latest chapter in the Harry Potter saga is live on Broadway, Transferring over from a hugely successful run in London's West End in 2018, The Cursed Child was co-created for the stage by the original author and Bafta-winning screenwriter and playwright Jack Thorne, and now enjoys six concurrent productions, playing on four continents!
The play follows the fortunes of the original trio from the books, who are just beginning to settle into middle-age when the past comes back to haunt them. A whole new generation of Potter characters is also introduced, with Harry and Ginny's son Albus departing to Hogwarts for the very first time.
Leaving critics impressed and fans bowled over, The Cursed Child recaptures the magic of the books, while crafting a totally unique world of its own. The story is brought to life with an intelligent script, wondrous costumes, and a whole Defence Against the Dark Arts class worth of great theatrical special effects. The wish of every Potter fan to find out what happens after the final line of The Deathly Hallows has just been granted!
What Is The Story?
The producers of The Cursed Child want every Potter fan heading into the play to be surprised by its twists and turns, so we won't reveal too much. We can say that Harry, Ron and Hermoine are now all in their late 30s, married with kids and respectfully employed. Harry and Ginny's son Albus is just starting his first term at Hogwarts, yet his father's reputation hangs heavy around his neck, and he resents being only known as the son of The Boy Who Lived. Yet when sinister forces from Harry's past reemerge into the world, Albus must embrace the Potter legacy for the battles to come...
Did You Know?
The script for The Cursed Child was released as a book on July 31, 2016. The importance of the date? It's JK Rowling's and Harry Potter's birthday!
Key Information
Audience
The show is suitable for ages 10 and up. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre.Please note that patrons under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Run Time
Circa three hours and 30 minutes including intermission
Dates
Open Run
Cast
- Daniel Fredrick as Ron Weasley
- Aaron Bartz as Draco Malfoy
- Maya Jerome Thomas as Rose Granger-Weasley
- Steve Haggard as Harry Potter
- Cara Ricketts as Hermione Granger
- Erik C. Peterson as Scorpius Malfoy
- Joel Meyers as Albus Potter
- Jane Bruce as Delphi Diggory
- Angela Reed as Ginny Potter
Further cast
Chadd Alexander, John Alix, William Bednar, Quinn Blades, Darby Breedlove, Eric Cheung, Ted Deasy, Jamyl Dobson, Irving Dyson Jr., Kira Fath, Gary-Kayi Fletcher, Eleasha Gamble, Logan James Hall, Abbi Hawk, Chance Marshaun Hill, Edward James Hyland, Nick Hyland, Jax Jackson, Jack Koenig, Kalea Leverette, Erik Evan Olson, Alexandra Peter, Kira Player, Gabrielle Reid, William Rhem Jr., Emily Schultheis, Stephen Spinella, Tom Stephens and Karen Janes Woditsch
Creative
- Jack Thorne
- JK Rowling
- John Tiffany
- Sonia Friedman and Colin Callender
- Steven Hoggett
- Christine Jones
- Katrina Lindsay
- Neil Austin
- Imogen Heap
- Gareth Fry
- Jeremy Chernick
Awards
2020 Grammy Awards
Nominations
- Best Musical Theater Album
2018 Tony Awards
- Best Play
- Best Scenic Design of a Play
- Best Costume Design of a Play
- Best Lighting Design of a Play
- Best Sound Design of a Play
- Best Director of a Play - John Tiffany
Nominations
- Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play - Jamie Parker
- Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play - Anthony Boyle
- Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play - Noma Dumezweni
- Best Play
- Best Scenic Design of a Play
- Best Costume Design of a Play
- Best Lighting Design of a Play
- Best Sound Design of a Play
- Best Choreography
- Best Director of a Play - John Tiffany
2018 Drama Desk Awards
- Outstanding Director of a Play
- Outstanding Music in a Play
- Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play
- Outstanding Projection Design
- Outstanding Sound Design in a Play
Nominations
- Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play - Anthony Boyle
- Outstanding Director of a Play
- Outstanding Music in a Play
- Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play
- Outstanding Projection Design
- Outstanding Sound Design in a Play
- Outstanding Costume Design for a Play
- Outstanding Wig and Hair
2018 Drama League Awards
- Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play
Nominations
- Distinguished Performance Award - Anthony Boyle, Norma Dumenzweni
- Outstanding Production Of A Broadway Play or Off-Broadway Play
Reviews
Our review
Magical, Enthralling, Incredible
Were it not for the fact us Muggles know magic is not real, Jack Thorne, JKR and John Tiffany could have fooled me, because what they have created in this thrilling theatrical marvel is truly enchanting. Never have I walked out of a theatre feeling more
Kitty Mccarron
Customer reviews
7 reviews, average rating: (5.0 Stars)
Abigail
Putting the magic back onto Broadway!
This show is everything Broadway should be, magical, daring and all-round brilliant!
From the acting to the technical wizardry I was bowled over by every element of the
production. This is a great night out for every one, even if you're not a Potterhead, I
hope I can see it again and again! ... Read more
Scarlet
Left the theatre speechless!
If like me, you're worried the magic won't match what you see on the big screen, and
your vision of Hogwarts will be torn away - then you've nothing to fear. It makes you
believe in magic just that touch more. The illusions you witness, the use of special
effects and the story leads you to feel even more involved in Harry Potters world than
ever before. It's a triumphant piece of theatre, and if I could use a time turner to go back
and watch it again, I would! ... Read more
Daphne Laura Petridis
Pure Magic Is Healing
Want a magical memory that will last until your very last breath? Well before you leave this planet, going to another dimension, it's spellbinding enough to visit the dimension of Harry Potter & The Cursed Child! Take your family and friends or go alone , no matter what , after watching HP your faces will be jawdropping for hours, days , months , years . ... Read more
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