From page to stage to screen, the magic is real at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway. Prepare to see the characters that you've known and loved in a thrilling new adventure that begins 19 years after the events of the final book- The Deathly Hallows.
The entirety of the Lyric Theatre has been transfigured to immerse you in this magical world where epic duels, extraordinary spells and beloved characters come to life. Filled with unprecedented stage magic and thrilling storytelling, this Tony Award-winning show, Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, is an extraordinary journey into the next chapter of Harry Potter’s life and proves that magic, friendship, and courage never go out of style.
What’s the show about? Set 19 years after the events of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, the story follows Harry as an overworked Ministry of Magic employee and father to three children, including his youngest son, Albus. As Albus struggles under the weight of his family’s legacy, he and Harry confront dark forces that blur the boundaries of time and challenge everything they thought they knew about the past, present, and future.
Featuring jaw-dropping stagecraft, spellbinding illusions, and a deeply emotional story, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is more than a play—it’s an immersive journey into the wizarding world. Under the visionary direction of John Tiffany, the production weaves together thrilling action, heartfelt drama, and moments of pure magic that will leave your jaw on the floor.
The magic doesn’t stop on Broadway. The play has enchanted audiences around the globe, with acclaimed productions in London’s West End, Melbourne, Hamburg, Toronto, and Tokyo. Fans from all over the world have embraced this spellbinding story, and with touring productions underway, the magic of The Cursed Child continues to grow, bringing the wizarding world to more cities than ever before.
Debuting on Broadway on April 22, 2018, The Cursed Child originally unfolded as a two-part epic. When it reopened in 2021 following its Covid closure, it was restaged as one singular performance. In 2024 an even newer version of the play debuted on Broadway that condensed the story to be enjoyed in under three hours.
The play has garnered numerous awards, including six Tony Awards in 2018 (including Best Play), and continues to captivate audiences with its blend of nostalgia, innovation, and wonder.
Ready to return to Hogwarts? Whether you’re a lifelong Potterhead or a newcomer to the series, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child promises an unforgettable journey through a world of spells, secrets, and spectacular storytelling.
Is it strictly for Potterheads? Not at all, though anyone going in cold, with no prior knowledge of the stories, will miss much of the clever cross-referencing of characters and events from throughout the series. A detailed recap starting with the key prophecy that propelled the entire saga and continuing with a breakdown of each of the seven novels is provided in the program and will be helpful to the uninitiated. But there's also a universal dimension to the human drama here - the challenges of parenting, the conflict between fathers and teenage sons burdened by intimidating legacies, the sustaining force of love and friendship, the eternal grip of the past - that will prove poignant and meaningful even to audiences unversed in the wizarding wars. I'm by no means a Potter obsessive but I was amazed, watching the plays, at how vividly these characters are embedded in our cultural consciousness. You can feel the electric charge in the theater even before the action begins, and it's highly infectious, whatever your prior exposure.
As Cursed Child is one of the most plot-heavy texts to appear on Broadway since melodrama became déclassé and suspense is the spell that keeps it whooshing along, it would be unsporting to say much more. Still, fans of the source texts (who cheered and gasped their way through a recent, all-day performance, were treated to some familiar faces. And maybe some faceless faces, too. Cynics not already ensorcelled will wonder if Harry Potter belongs on Broadway at all and some of that wondering is valid. Like Frozen and Mean Girls and Escape to Margaritaville it's another show capitalizing on a known and already popular quantity. It is in dialogue with its fans (how else to explain the screams of delight when Moaning Myrtle appears?) and will deeply perplex anyone who hasn't read the delightful books or seen the so-so movies.
Price: $40.00
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When: Every Friday, the show will release some of the very best seats in the theatre at $40 for every performance for the following week. Submit your entry from Monday at 12:01AM ET to Friday at 1:00PM ET.
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Information: You can only win the Lottery for each performance once. Entrants are selected at random. Entrants can also enter via mail by mailing an envelope with name, email, phone number, zip code (for up to 2 guests per winner), and desired performance to TodayTix, 32 Avenue of the Americas, 23rd Floor, New York, NY 10013.
2018 | Australia |
Australian Production Australia |
2016 | West End |
West End |
2018 | Broadway |
Original Broadway Production Broadway |
2021 | West End |
World Premiere West End Production West End |
2024 | US Tour |
North American Tour US Tour |
2019 | San Francisco (Regional) |
San Francisco Production San Francisco (Regional) |
Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
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2018 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Direction of a Play | John Tiffany |
2018 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Featured Actress in a Play | Noma Dumezweni |
2018 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Play | Harry Potter and the Cursed Child |
2018 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Sound Design of a Play | Gareth Fry |
2018 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Costume Design for a Play | Katrina Lindsay |
2018 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Director of a Play | John Tiffany |
2018 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play | Anthony Boyle |
2018 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play | Neil Austin |
2018 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Music in a Play | Imogen Heap |
2018 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Projection Design | Ash J. Woodward |
2018 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Sound Design in a Play | Gareth Fry |
2018 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Wig and Hair | Carole Hancock |
2018 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance Award | Anthony Boyle |
2018 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance Award | Noma Dumezweni |
2018 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play | Jack Thorne |
2018 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Choreographer | Steven Hoggett |
2018 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Costume Design | Katrina Lindsay |
2018 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Director of a Play | John Tiffany |
2018 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play | Anthony Boyle |
2018 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Lighting Design | Neil Austin |
2018 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Broadway Play | Harry Potter and the Cursed Child |
2018 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Score | Imogen Heap |
2018 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Projection Design | Finn Ross |
2018 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Set Design | Christine Jones |
2018 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Sound Design | Gareth Fry |
2018 | Theatre World Awards | Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance | Anthony Boyle |
2018 | Theatre World Awards | Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance | Noma Dumezweni |
2018 | Tony Awards | Best Choreography | Steven Hoggett |
2018 | Tony Awards | Best Costume Design of a Play | Katrina Lindsay |
2018 | Tony Awards | Best Direction of a Play | John Tiffany |
2018 | Tony Awards | Best Lighting Design of a Play | Neil Austin |
2018 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play | Anthony Boyle |
2018 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play | Jamie Parker |
2018 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play | Noma Dumezweni |
2018 | Tony Awards | Best Play | Jack Thorne |
2018 | Tony Awards | Best Scenic Design of a Play | Christine Jones |
2018 | Tony Awards | Best Sound Design of a Play | Gareth Fry |
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