• Venue Palace Theatre, London
  • Performance dates Booking to 27 June 2027
  • Running time 2 hours 55 minutes (including one interval)
  • Age guidelines 8+. All patrons under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Offer: Tickets from £25 Valid select performances  from 13 Oct 2026 to 4 Dec 2026 . Book by 13 Sep

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in London

Nineteen years after Harry, Ron and Hermione saved the wizarding world, they’re back on an extraordinary new adventure — joined by a brave new generation at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Featuring spectacular spells, a thrilling race through time and breathtaking stage magic, Harry Potter remains one of London’s most unforgettable theatre experiences.

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Filled with breathtaking illusions, spectacular stagecraft and unforgettable storytelling, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child remains one of London’s most extraordinary theatre experiences. Bringing the magic of the Wizarding World to life, the play is a must-see experience for Harry Potter fans and theatre lovers alike.

Following on from the events of the original Harry Potter series, the play sees the Golden Trio return for an extraordinary new adventure alongside a new generation of witches and wizards. 

Critical acclaim

Since it premiered in the West End over 9 ¾ years ago, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has been as much a global phenomenon as the book and film series that preceded it.

The West End production was nominated for eleven Olivier Awards in 2017, winning nine of them, including Best New Play. When the play premiered on Broadway in 2018, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child was nominated for ten Tony awards, winning six. Since then, the show has gone on tour across the globe and been translated into multiple languages.

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A newly reimagined one-part production

Following 9¾ incredible years in the West End, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child enters a new chapter in a newly reimagined one-part production.

Experience the award-winning story, extraordinary stagecraft and theatrical magic in one unforgettable evening at the Palace Theatre.

Why see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

  • The most awarded play in history
  • The official eighth Harry Potter story
  • Spectacular stage magic, illusions and special effects
  • A thrilling adventure for fans and newcomers alike
  • One of London’s most celebrated theatre experiences
★★★★★
“It’s a triumph...it grips, it stirs, it delights.”
Telegraph
★★★★★
“So much better than any film could be”
The Times
★★★★★
“A magical experience tailor made for the stage”
The Independent

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Performance Information

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Stars and Creatives

Who is in the cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child ?

Main Characters

  • Harry Potter: David Ricardo-Pearce
  • Ginny Potter: Claire Lams
  • Albus Potter: Joshua Sullivan
  • Ron Weasley: Thomas Aldridge
  • Hermione Granger: Naana Agyei-Ampadu
  • Rose Granger-Weasley: Tamia-Renée Alexandra
  • Draco Malfoy: Oliver Boot
  • Scorpius Malfoy: Kai Spackman

Supporting Cast

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.

Children’s Role Alternates

Jasper Franklin, Sebastian Halford, Rachel Kirk, Effie Linnen, Theo Martin, Zachary Seaton and Harper Tricker alternate two children’s roles.

Who are the creative team of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child ?

    • Written by: Jack Thorne
    • Directed by: John Tiffany
    • Movement: Steven Hoggett
    • Set Design: Christine Jones
    • Costume Design: Katrina Lindsay
    • Music: Imogen Heap
    • Lighting: Neil Austin
    • Sound: Gareth Fry
    • Special Effects: Jeremy Chernick
    • Illusions: Jamie Harrison
    • Musical Supervision: Martin Lowe


The production is produced by Sonia Friedman Productions, Colin Callender’s Playground Entertainment and Harry Potter Theatrical Productions.

Important Notes

Access Performances:
  • BSL: Sunday 17 January 2027 at 2:30pm & Sunday 9 May 2027 at 2:30pm
  • Captioned: Sunday 31 January 2027 at 2.30pm & Sunday 16 May 2027 at 2.30pm
  • Audio Described: Sunday 24 January 2027 at 2:30pm & Sunday 23 May 2027 at 2:30pm

Age guidance: 8+. All patrons under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 5 not permitted.

Production images from 2-part production.

Venue Information

Palace Theatre , 109-113 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1V 8AY

Nearest Tube or Train: Leicester Square (Northern line, Piccadilly line)

Nearest Buses: 14, 19, 24, 29, 38, 40, 176

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Critics' reviews of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

★★★★★ “It’s a triumph...it grips, it stirs, it delights.” Telegraph

★★★★★ “So much better than any film could be” The Times

★★★★★ “It could prove to be one of the most influential theatre works of the century” The Stage

★★★★★ “Magical mystery throughout” Daily Express

★★★★★ “Thrilling: gripping, dark, wittily acted and often visually dazzling” Financial Times

★★★★★ “A magical experience tailor made for the stage” The Independent

★★★★★ “Potteresque perfection” Daily Mail

★★★★ “This spell-binding play is utterly theatrical” The Guardian

★★★★ “Harry Potter's epic West End adventure is pure magic” Time Out

Average Critics' Review Score: 4.8 ★★★★★ ★★★★★ (9)
Also see: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Reviews Round-up

Frequently Asked Questions

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is playing at the Palace Theatre in London
The running time of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is 2 hours 55 minutes (including one interval)
The age recommendations for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child are: 8+. All patrons under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
To buy official London Theatre tickets to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child , click on the Get Tickets button at the top of this page. You will be able to access the booking calendar to check live ticket availability and prices and see any exclusive offers or discounts. You will be purchasing tickets from an authorised retailer and member of the Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers.
Yes, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has matinee performances on the following days: Saturday, Sunday
Yes, there are currently ticket offers available for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child : Ticket Offer - Tickets from £25, with tickets from £30. Click on the Find Tickets button to see available offer dates.
The production has been presented as a reimagined one-part show, delivering the complete story in a single performance running 2 hours 55 minutes, including one interval.
The story follows Harry Potter and his son Albus as past and present collide in a dangerous journey through time that threatens the future of the wizarding world.

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