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4.6
Maxime PINCHAUDUnited Kingdom
Everything is fantastic !
The music, the all sounds, special effects. Actors are exceptionnels. Even the theater itself is an experience, we feel in Harry Potter even when entering the theater. It goes very quickly, it's not long at all despite the 5 hours !
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
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DURATION
Part 1: 2hr 40min; Part 2: 2hr 35min (each with 20min interval)
AGE LIMIT
Suitable for 10+
from
£36
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Why watch Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?
- Witness theatrical magic in the spellbinding-original production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in London’s West End.
- With multiple awards and accords under its belt, this play continues to bewitch the minds and ensnare the senses of the audiences with incredible performances every time.
In 2017, the London production of the play won nine Laurence Olivier Awards including Best New Play, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress in a Supporting Role, Best Actor in a Supporting Role, and numerous others, making it the most honoured West End play in Olivier Award history. J. K. Rowling penned the original story.
Jack Thorne wrote the script, and John Tiffany directed Harry Potter and the Cursed Child with Des Kennedy as the associate director. Steven Hoggett managed movement direction, Katrina Lindsay handled costume design and Christine Jones did the set designs. While Imogen Heap produced compositions and arrangements, Neil Austin oversaw lighting design, with Gareth Fry conducting the sound designs for the play. Jamie Harrison handled illusions and magic, with video design by Finn Ross and Ash Woodward.
Note: - The play is split into two parts. You will instantly reserve seats for both halves of the Harry Potter play when booking your tickets through the online seating plan. The Palace Theatre seating chart will show Parts 1 and 2.
Storyline
Set 19 years after the Battle of Hogwarts in the Second Wizarding War, Harry Potter is the sequel of the beloved book series in the form of a play and continues the story right where the epilogue ends.
Being Harry Potter has never been easy, and it doesn't get any better now that he is a stressed-out Ministry of Magic employee, a husband, and the parent of three school-age kids. Albus, Harry's youngest son, must contend with the burden of a family heritage he never desired as his father Harry struggles with a past that won't remain where it belongs.
Show timings
- Wed, Fri, Sat at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
- Sun at 1:00 PM & 6:00 PM
Cast & crew
- Leading Roles: Sam Crane as Harry Potter, Frances Grey as Ginny Potter, Thomas Grant as Albus Potter, Thomas Aldridge as Ron Weasley, Michelle Gayle as Hermione Granger, James Howard as Draco Malfoy and Adam Wadsworth as Scorpius Malfoy
- Original Story: J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, John Tiffany
- Playwright: Jack Thorne
Note: Producers can not guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.
Age & content guide
- The play is recommended for individuals older than 10 years.
- A parent or legal guardian has to be present with any customers under the age of 15.
- Infants are not permitted in the auditorium.
- Please keep in mind that the theatre does not have an age classification organization. This means that all age recommendations are subjective. Please use your judgment while purchasing tickets for any show.
Palace TheatreRead more
The Palace Theatre, formerly known as the Royal English Opera House, is a West End theatre close to the intersection of Shaftesbury Avenue and Charing Cross Road. The theatre seats 1400 people and was built under the direction of Gilbert and Sullivan opera producer Richard D'Oyly Carte in the late 1880s. Thomas Edward Collcutt designed it with the intention of serving as the base for the English grand opera. A magnificent performance of Arthur Sullivan's opera Ivanhoe marked the theatre's debut in January 1891.
Palace Theatre seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theatre.
Seating Capacity: 1400
Getting there
Address: 113 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 5AY, United Kingdom
Tube: The closest tube station is Leicester Square on the Northern and Picadilly lines.
Bus: Take busses 14, 19, 38, N19 or N38 to Cambridge Circus, stop D.
Facilities & accessibility
Available Facilities: Restrooms, Cloakroom, Bar
Accessibility: Accessible Toilets, Wheelchair Accessible Seating, Assistance and Guide dog-sitting facilities
Additional information
Security: Please be aware that for your comfort and security all audience members will be subject to security checks upon arrival at the Palace Theatre.
Dress Code: Smart and casual wear or semi-formals are recommended. Keep in mind, that most London theatres are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly.
Outside Food: Most theatres do not allow outside food inside the theatres but most of them also have a café or restaurant inside the premises or nearby.
Tickets redemption
- Please note you will be contacted by the venue 48 hours before the performance with instructions on how to check in and retrieve your e-ticket.
- You’ll get an instant email confirmation right after you book your tickets.
- Enjoy a hassle-free entrance to the venue by showing your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID – no printout necessary!
Cancellation & refunds
- Tickets cannot be refunded, amended, or rescheduled.
What the critics think
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is an absolute hoot, a joyous, big-hearted, ludicrously incident-packed and magic-heavy romp that has to stand as one of the most unrelentingly entertaining things to hit the West End.
Andrzej Lukowski, The Timeout
Ratings & reviews
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Maxime
Dec 2024Verified booking
Everything is fantastic ! The music, the all sounds, special effects. Actors are exceptionnels. Even the theater itself is an experience, we feel in Harry Potter even when entering the theater. It goes very quickly, it's not long at all despite the 5 hours !
Daniel
Dec 2024Verified booking
Great performances and amazing visual effects. Movement and choreography was also impressive. It was a little difficult to hear dialogue from where we were (upper stalls) and some of the view was obscured on one side. Seats were very cramped for such a long performance. Bar staff were lovely.
Janie
Nov 2024Verified booking
The show is a true theatrical spectacle, brilliant trickery, a good story, some great acting and very clever sets, lighting and use of the revolve.
Fdwa
Nov 2024Verified booking
The story , cast and music all extraordinary. It absolutely raised the bar so high for future plays. I like the theater facility, yet wish to have more variety on drinks menu especially for kids.
Florence
Nov 2024Verified booking
The story line, the staging, the changes of scene, the dance and the effects were splendid ❤️❤️ just wished for the actors to be more audible, especially being in the balcony area, certain conversations were not understood.
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Frequently asked questions about Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
How much do tickets to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child cost?
Tickets begin from £36 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
What age is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child appropriate for?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child does not have a strict age limit. However, it is most suitable for children aged 10 and above.
Where is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child playing in London?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is playing at Palace Theatre in London and opened on 14 Oct 2021.
How long does Harry Potter and the Cursed Child run for?
The running time of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is 2hr 40min (inc. 20min interval) for Part One and 2hr 35min (inc. 20min interval) for Part Two.