‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ announces new cast from October 2022
The spellbinding play continues in London.
Accio theatre! Find out the new cast for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in London from 13 October 2022. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child also extends the Hogwart magic in London, with performances at the Palace Theatre to 30 Jul. 2023. Book Harry Potter and the Cursed Child tickets on London Theatre.
Sam Crane will take over the role of Harry Potter, with Frances Grey as Ginny Potter and Thomas Grant as Albus Potter. Thomas Aldridge and Michelle Gayle continue as Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, with Grace Wylde joining the cast as Rose Granger-Weasley. James Howard continues as Draco Malfoy and Adam Wadsworth will join the cast as Scorpius Malfoy.
Gabriel Akamo, Troy Alexander, Harry Ames, David Annen, Sue Appleby, Fletcher Bell, Sabina Cameron, Phil Cheadle, Robert Curtis, Tim Dewberry, Iskandar Eaton, Lewis Edgar, Max Forde, Jack Gardner, Jemma Gould, Lottie Grey, Kelton Hoyland, April Hughes, Max Hutchinson, Rafferty Isons, Emma Louise Jones, Alice Langton-Farrell Tom Mackean, David Mara, Henry Maynard, Kathryn Meisle, Abbiegail Mills, Harry Munson, Gigi Noel-King, Melaina Pecorini, Niamh Perry, Ruchi Rai, Ian Redford, Rosalind Steele, Tom Storey, Joshua Talbot, Susan Vidler and Wreh-asha Walton complete the 46-strong company.
Set 19 years after Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger graduate from Hogwarts, the magical trio are back at the school of witchcraft and wizardry. Harry works at the Ministry of Magic, while his son must struggle with his family legacy. Find out more about Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in London.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is the eighth Harry Potter story, and the first to be told on stage. The show features an original book by Jack Thorne, based on ideas by Thorne, J. K. Rowling and John Tiffany. Tiffany directs, with movement by Steven Hoggett, scenic by Christine Jones, costume design by Katrina Lindsay, lighting design by Neil Austin, sound design by Gareth Fry and illusions and magic by Jamie Harrison.
Who wrote Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?
Jack Thorne wrote Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, based on ideas by himself, John Tiffany and the Harry Potter writer, J. K. Rowling. Jack Thorne has also adapted Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is at the Palace Theatre.
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Photo credit: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child cast (Photo courtesy of production)
Frequently asked questions
What is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two about?
Harry’s story isn’t quite over yet. This record-smashing global hit continues its successful West End. Nineteen years after the end of the iconic novels, Harry Potter’s son faces new kinds of dark magic. The two-part play is an epic tale of love, family, and redemption, with theatrical magic like you’ve never seen before. Fall under the spell of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre and book your tickets today.
How long is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two?
The running time of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two is Part One: 2hr 45min. & Part Two: 2hr 35min.
Where is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two playing?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two is playing at Palace Theatre. The theatre is located at 113 Shaftesbury Ave, London, W1D 5AY.
What's the age requirement for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two?
The recommended age for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two is Ages 8+. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket, and children under 5 are not permitted. Babes-in-arms are not admitted to the auditorium. Please note that patrons under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult..
How do you book tickets for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two?
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Who wrote 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child'?
Jack Thorne wrote Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. He worked alongside J.K. Rowling and John Tiffany to create this new story set in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, a sequel to the original seven books.
Who directed 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child'?
John Tiffany, the Tony and Olivier award-winning director and former artistic director at the National Theatre, directed Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Is 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' appropriate for kids?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child can be enjoyed by people of all ages, but it is most suitable for ages 10+.
Is 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' good?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child continues the story seventeen years later and offers a magical spectacle. Read our five-star review of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child two parts?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child consists of four acts divided into two separate parts. These are made to be watched consecutively on the same day.
Is 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' a musical?
Whilst Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is not a musical, it does include an original score by musician Imogen Heap. Her score for the two-part play was nominated for a Grammy Award and played a vital role in the storytelling.
Is 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' based on the Harry Potter books?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child draws inspiration from the world and characters created by J. K. Rowling in the Harry Potter book series. It is a continuation of these stories set nineteen years after the final book.
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