'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' reveals new West End cast
Joining the cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child are Joshua Sullivan as Albus Potter, Kai Spackman as Scorpius Malfoy, Oliver Boot as Draco Malfoy, and Tamia-Renée Alexandra as Rose Granger-Weasley.
The next cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has been announced in the West End, with the new cast members joining the company from 15 October. The production has also revealed it will be extending to 26 July, 2026.
Joining the cast are Joshua Sullivan as Albus Potter, Kai Spackman as Scorpius Malfoy, Oliver Boot as Draco Malfoy, and Tamia-Renée Alexandra as Rose Granger-Weasley. David Ricardo-Pearce and Claire Lams continue as Harry and Ginny Potter, with Thomas Aldridge and Naana Agyei-Ampadu as Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger.
Also joining are David Annen, Hollie Beastall, Jacqueline Beaumont, Angeline Bell, Ricardo Castro, Robert Curtis, Laveda Dione, Gabriel Fleary, Aidan Garrett Wilkins, Cate Hamer, Tim Hibberd, Max Hunter, Dewayne Jameson Adams, Emma Louise Jones, Laura June Ness, Geffen Katz-Kaye, Louise Ludgate, Sophie Matthew, Nathan Muwowo, David Nairne, Mariam Pope, Helen Power, Jocelyn Prah, Claire Redcliffe, Ian Redford, Martin de los Santos, Adam Slynn, Joshua Talbot, Callum Tempest, Alex Tomkins, and Jake Tuesley. Jasper Franklin, Sebastian Halford, Rachel Kirk, Effie Linnen, Theo Martin, Zachary Seaton, and Harper Tricker alternate two children’s roles.
Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child picks up the Harry Potter story 19 years after Harry, Ron, and Hermione have saved the wizarding world from Lord Voldemort. New challenges arise as a new generation arrives at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and starts to interfere with the past.
The rest of the creative team includes direction by John Tiffany, with movement by Steven Hoggett, set by Christine Jones, costumes by Katrina Lindsay, music and arrangements by Imogen Heap, lighting by Neil Austin, sound by Gareth Fry, illusions and magic by Jamie Harrison, and music supervision and arrangements by Martin Lowe.
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Photo credit: the new cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. (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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