Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Tickets

Step back into the Wizarding World

Reuniting lifelong fans with Harry, Ron and Hermione, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is the spectacular continuation of J.K. Rowling’s best-selling series.

Jack Thorne’s bewitching play is set 19 years after Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, when Harry’s son Albus has just started Hogwarts and a new threat emerges that seems very familiar. Director John Tiffany and illusionist Jamie Harrison have created a dazzling array of special effects for the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child London production, and it scooped a record-breaking nine Olivier Awards after premiering in 2016.

Both a delight for long-term fans and a magical example of kids' theatre in London, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child tickets are some of the most in-demand.

What is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child about?

Set 19 years after the final book, the play follows Harry, Ron and Hermione’s children as they begin studying at Hogwarts. Harry’s middle child, Albus, is struggling with the attention that comes with being related to his famous father, whilst Harry is struggling with the pressure of a demanding job at the Ministry of Magic. The past is never far away, and when a familiar type of evil rears its head, father and son both discover that darkness can come from unexpected places.

Audiences are encouraged to #KeepTheSecret, so what happens next cannot be shared, but you can expect to see lots of familiar faces from the books and some surprising new characters as well.

What theatre is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at?

The Harry Potter play is at the Palace Theatre in London, on Shaftesbury Avenue. Located at the Cambridge Circus junction, the theatre is within walking distance of Leicester Square and Covent Garden. The closest National Rail station is Charing Cross.

How long is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and what time does it finish?

The play is split into Part One and Part Two, and you can see both parts on the same day or on different days. Part One is 2 hours 45 minutes, with an interval. Part Two is 2 hours 35 minutes, with an interval.

Monday - Saturday matinee performances for Part One start at 2pm and finish at about 4.45pm. Evening performances for Part Two start at 7pm and end at around 9.35pm.

On Sundays, matinees start at 1pm and end at 3.45pm, and evenings start at 6pm and end at 8.35pm.

Who wrote Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

The play is written by Jack Thorne, based on an original story by Thorne, J. K. Rowling and the show’s director, John Tiffany. Jack Thorne is an acclaimed playwright who is also known for the Old Vic’s A Christmas Carol and the television adaptation of His Dark Materials starring James McAvoy and Ruth Wilson.

Who is in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

The current Harry Potter play cast is led by Sam Crane as Harry, Thomas Grant as Albus, Thomas Aldridge as Ron and Michelle Gayle as Hermione. Other casting includes Grace Wylde as Ron and Hermione’s daughter Rose, James Howard as Draco Malfoy, and Adam Wadsworth as Draco’s son Scorpius.

When is the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child film coming out?

Although there have been numerous rumours about a film adaptation of the play, no official announcements have been confirmed. If you want to experience the full breathtaking magic of this new story, the best way to do so is with Harry Potter theatre tickets.