Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway

The critically acclaimed play recently became the most awarded West End production in the history of the Olivier Awards, winning a record-breaking nine awards including Best New Play and Best Director.

Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a new play by Jack Thorne. It is the eighth story in the Harry Potter series and the first official Harry Potter story to be presented on stage.

The two-part play–an original, new story by Rowling–first premiered in June 2016 at the Palace Theatre in London, where it continues to play to sold out houses

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Previews March 31, 2017

Opening Night April 26, 2017

Now Playing Dec 2021

Lyric Theatre

Covid

Please review our entry requirements carefully, since our safety measures impose requirements beyond those set forth in the New York City “Key to the City” requirements.

When you arrive at the Lyric Theatre, guests age 12 and older will need to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated with an FDA or WHO approved COVID-19 vaccine AND present a government-issued photo ID such as a driver’s license or passport (guests 12-18 may use a government-issued ID or school ID – no photo required), as well as wear a mask inside unless actively eating or drinking. All of our performers, crew, and friendly theatre staff will also be vaccinated.

“Fully vaccinated” means on the date of the performance a guest is at least 14 days after their second dose of a two dose COVID-19 vaccine OR at least 14 days after their single dose of an approved single dose COVID-19 vaccine.

For international guests, TWO doses of any “mix and match” combination of an FDA or WHO approved COVID-19 vaccine are acceptable.

Guests under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a vaccinated adult and provide proof of one of the following:

• Proof of ONE dose (through February 28, 2022 only) of an FDA or WHO approved vaccine at least 14 days before the performance date; or

• A negative COVID-19 PCR test performed by a medical provider within 72 hours of the performance start time. The test results must clearly show the date and time of the test; or

• A negative COVID-19 rapid antigen test taken within 6 hours of the performance start time. The test results must clearly show the date and time of the test. Tests administered by a medical professional are preferred and will guarantee entry, though over-the-counter, app-base testing kits will be accepted if they clearly provide the date/time of the test results.

Those with further questions or who would like to request an accommodation, please call 855-551-9777 or email info@lyricbroadway.com in advance of the performance.

Please note that failure to comply with any such precautions could result in guests being asked to leave the Venue. We further reserve the right to refuse entry to any person that refuses to comply with our safety protocols. Ticketholders who are denied entry for failing to satisfy proof of vaccination or, if applicable, recent negative COVID-19 test, as required by our safety protocols will not be entitled to a refund or exchange.

The Story

It was always difficult being Harry Potter and it isn’t much easier now that he is an overworked employee of the Ministry of Magic, a husband, and father of three school-age children.
While Harry grapples with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs, his youngest son Albus must struggle with the weight of a family legacy he never wanted. As past and present fuse ominously, both father and son learn the uncomfortable truth: sometimes, darkness comes from unexpected places.

In the opening scene, set during the final chapter of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows in 2017, Harry Potter and Ginny Weasley send their second son, Albus Severus Potter, on the Hogwarts Express to begin his first year at Hogwarts. Harry is now working in a desk job as the Head of Magical Law Enforcement at the Ministry of Magic, while Ginny is the editor of the sports section of the Daily Prophet. Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger also send their daughter Rose Granger-Weasley, on the train. More on TheatreGold DataBase

The Cast (Dec 2021)

Jenny Jules- Hermione Granger *
James Snyder- Harry Potter
David Abeles – Ron Weasley *
Brady Dalton Richards – Scorpius Malfoy *
James Romney – Albus Potter *
Diane Davis – Ginny Potter *
Aaron Bartz – Draco Malfoy *

 

The Creative Team

Produced by Sonia Friedman Productions
Colin Callender and Harry Potter Theatrical Productions
Written by Jack Thorne
Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany
Music by Imogen Heap
Music arranged by Imogen Heap and Martin Lowe
Directed by John Tiffany
Movement by Steven Hoggett
Scenic Design by Christine Jones
Costume Design by Katrina Lindsay
Lighting Design by Neil Austin
Sound Design by Gareth Fry
Musical Supervisor: Martin Lowe
Illusions & Magic by Jamie Harrison

Photo Credit Manuel Harlan

More Details

This new play presents the eighth story in the Harry Potter series. Because of the epic nature of the story it could not fit into the performance time of a traditional single play and consequently will be told in two Parts.

Part One will only be half the story, so the experience would be incomplete without seeing how the story ends. Likewise, if you only see Part Two you may find it hard to follow the story. We do recommend that you try to see both parts consecutively, but if seeing both Parts over consecutive performances does not work for you can see anytime over the season.

The show is suitable for ages 10 and up. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket.

 

Lyric Theatre Broadway

The Lyric Theatre (previously known as the Foxwoods Theatre) is a Broadway theatre located at 213 West 42nd Street in Manhattan, New York City. The venue has a seating capacity of 1,930 making it the second largest house on Broadway (the Gershwin Theatre is just sightly larger). The theatre was built in 1996–97 on the site of the former Apollo and Lyric Theatres. The Lyric was built in 1903 and hosted Shakespeare plays and such notable new shows as Cole Porter’s Fifty Million Frenchmen, until it was converted to a movie theatre in 1934.

 

 

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Address

213 W 42nd St (between 7 Ave & 8th Ave) New York, NY 10036

Transport

Subway: A, C, E to 42nd St–Port Authority; N, Q, R, 42nd St S, 1, 2, 3, 7 to 42nd St–Times Square

Phone

(212) 307-7171

Box Office

Monday – Saturday 10am-8pm Sun 10am – 7pm

Access Information

Theatre is partially wheelchair accessible. There are no steps into the theatre from the sidewalk

Theatre access for disabled visitors is available at the 42nd Street entrance. Please request wheelchair seating from sales representative at time of purchase. Wheelchair seating is located in back of Dress Circle, or “Fly Circle.”

Accessible restrooms are located in  Circle lobby.