How long is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is 2 hours and 55 minutes long, including one 20 minute intermission.

What is the age recommendation for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is suitable for ages 8 and up. Children under 5 are not permitted in the theatre. Please note that children under the age of 15 will not be admitted to the theatre without the accompaniment of an adult.

Is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child a musical?

No. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a play, and while it does feature incidental music by Imogen Heap, there are no musical numbers in the show.

Do I need to read the Harry Potter books before seeing the play on Broadway?

Anyone coming to see this show would benefit by reading the synopsis of the fourth book in the series. However, the show does give enough exposition for anyone unfamiliar with the world of Harry Potter to play catch up pretty quickly.

Is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child one play or two?

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is one play, with a running time of 2 hours and 55 minutes.

Is Daniel Radcliffe in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

No. Daniel Radcliffe has never been involved in the stage production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Is Tom Felton in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

Yes! Original Harry Potter film star Tom Felton joined the cast as Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter in the Cursed Child on November 11, 2025 through May 26, 2026.

Are there services for people with hearing or visual disabilities at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

GalaPro, a free app for on-demand captioning and audio description that you can use on your personal smartphone device. GalaPro makes theatre accessible for patrons who are hearing or sight impaired, or just don’t want to miss a word of the show.

What should I wear to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

There is no specific dress code for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, though theatergoers are welcome to get into the spirit of the magical world with robes, wands and House colors. Not matter the outfit, dress comfortably and keep in mind the theater may be cool in the summer.

Is butterbeer served at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

Yes! Butterbeer is available at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child , and can even be ordered from your seat. The Lyric Theatre also features a concession stand to rival Honeyduke's, featuring Bertie Bott's Every Flavour Beans, Chocolate Frogs and more.

How do I get tickets to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

Get official Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Broadway tickets at Broadway.com. View upcoming performance dates .

Where is Harry Potter playing on Broadway?

Harry Potter plays at: The Lyric Theatre 213 West 42nd St. New York, NY 10019 For information on how to get to the Lyric Theatre, head to our guide to The Best Ways to Get to Broadway Theaters .

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway Tickets

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Thu
Nov 5

7:00pm

Fri
Nov 6

7:00pm

Sat
Nov 7

2:00pm

8:00pm

Sun
Nov 8

1:00pm

7:00pm

Mon
Nov 9

No Performances

Tue
Nov 10

7:00pm

Wed
Nov 11

7:00pm

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About Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway

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The Story

Adventure runs in the family. When Harry Potter’s head-strong son Albus befriends the son of his fiercest rival, Draco Malfoy, it sparks an unbelievable new journey for them all—with the power to change the past and future forever. Prepare for a mind-blowing race through time, spectacular spells, and an epic battle, all brought to life with the most astonishing theatrical magic ever seen on stage. “You’ll be wondering ‘how’d they do that?’ for days to come” (People Magazine).

Experience the wizarding world like never before from the moment you arrive. The entire theatre has been transformed with hidden surprises to discover around every corner. “It’s a marvel of imagination, as magical as any spell or potion” (The New York Times).

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Run Time

2 hours 55 minutes, including one intermission.

Ages

Recommended for ages 8 and up. Children under the age of 5 are not permitted. Ages 15 and under will not be admitted without an adult.

Late Seating

Latecomers are seated at the discretion of management.

Show Dates

Previews: Mar 16, 2018 • Opening: Apr 22, 2018

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Step Into the World of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy and John Skelley as Harry Potter in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Emmet Smith as Albus Potter and Aidan Close as Scorpius Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Daniel Fredrick as Ron Weasley, Janae Hammond as Rose Granger-Weasley, Rachel Christopher as Hermione Granger, John Skelley as Harry Potter, Emmet Smith as Albus Potter, Trish Lindstrom as Ginny Potter, Aidan Close as Scorpius Malfoy and Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

The cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Trish Lindstrom as Ginny Potter, John Skelley as Harry Potter, Megan Byrne as Professor McGonagall and Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

John Skelley as Harry Potter in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy and John Skelley as Harry Potter with Aidan Close as Scorpius Malfoy and Emmet Smith as Albus Potter in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Trish Lindstrom as Ginny Potter, John Skelley as Harry Potter, Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy, Daniel Fredrick as Ron Weasley and Rachel Christopher as Hermione Granger in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

John Skelley as Harry Potter and Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Kristen Martin as Delphi Diggory, Aidan Close as Scorpius Malfoy and Emmet Smith as Albus Potter in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Rachel Christopher as Hermione Granger, Daniel Fredrick as Ron Weasley and John Skelley as Harry Potter in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Emmet Smith as Albus Potter and Kristen Martin as Delphi Diggory in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

John Skelley as Harry Potter and Emmet Smith as Albus Potter in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Aidan Close as Scorpius Malfoy, Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy, Trish Lindstrom as Ginny Potter, John Skelley as Harry Potter, Emmet Smith as Albus Potter, Daniel Fredrick as Ron Weasley and Rachel Christopher as Hermione Granger in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Emmet Smith as Albus Potter, Trish Lindstrom as Ginny Potter, John Skelley as Harry Potter and Aidan Close as Scorpius Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

Aidan Close as Scorpius Malfoy, Janae Hammond as Rose Granger-Weasley and Emmet Smith as Albus Potter in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

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Lyric Theatre

Entrance

This theater has both 42nd Street and 43rd Street entrances, both wheelchair accessible.

Hearing Assistance

The theater is equipped with an infrared listening device system.

Elevators and Escalators

There are designated ADA locations in the Orchestra and Dress Circle levels, with elevator access available to both (no access to Balcony.)

Wheelchair Access

This theater includes wheelchair seating and entrance access.

Restrooms

Accessible restrooms are located in the Dress Circle lobby.

Coat Check

This theater provides coat check.

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214 West 43rd Street
New York, NY 10036

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Critics’ Reviews (2)

A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.

"Catch the magic now!"

Time Out New York

Adam Feldman

"Absolute astonishment! Ravishingly entertaining!""

The New York Times

Alexis Soloski

4.7

Score average from verified show reviews by customers who’ve bought tickets from Broadway.com.

Best broadway show I have ever seen.

"The lighting, the props, everything was spectacular. I went with my grandparents who have not seen Harry Potter and they absolutely loved it. Truly a show for everyone."

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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 4, 2026

Absolutely amazing!

"We loved everything about it! The acting was outstanding. The specials effects were crazy! "

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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 2, 2026

Better Than Expected!

"As a huge Harry Potter fan, Cursed Child completely surpassed all my expectations! I went with friends who aren't big fans, and every single one of us loved it. The acting, story, and stage effects are absolute magic. If English isn't your main language: the plot relies heavily on fast dialogue, so following along takes some focus. But even if you don't catch every line, the mind-blowing visual effects alone make it 100% worth seeing! 10/10."

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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 2, 2026

Fantastic!

"Special efects are Fantastic! The actors are all Amazing! We just loved it.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻"

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JOAO JOSE C from LISBON on Nov 1, 2026

The Magic That Never Ends…

"Had the pleasure of seeing the play on Halloween night! The performances were so powerful and moving! Aidan Close is absolutely exceptional, he moved me to tears several times! Emmet and John gave a wonderful and powerful performance. Tom Felton’s reprise of Draco was amazing to witness his character coming full circle! Fans of the films and books I highly suggest you come see the play, the entire cast is so talented. Some of the actors names I apologize I don’t get but Trish who played Ginny was amazing, Rachel I believe played Hermione was so good and enjoyable, the gentleman who play Ron was so much fun!!! Just go, get a ticket and see it! I’ll be back in February for my third time! YES ITS THAT GOOD!!! And all the side cast/crew/staff you all made it a wonderful enjoyable production, thank you everyone who we don’t see! "

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Krista B from Tobyhanna on Nov 1, 2026

Magical!

"I read the screenplay book and it does not compare to seeing it live. I still can't figure out some of the effects used, so I'm convinced it was magic!"

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Marie W from Sussex on Oct 31, 2026

Magic on Stage

"The Cursed Child on Broadway is amazing! It felt like we were watching real magic unfold on stage! The effects were incredible, and the actors were unreal! We got to see Tom Felton reprise his role as Draco Malfoy, and it made the experience all the better! After the show, Erik Christopher Peterson met each fan outside- he was amazing as Scorpius! What a great show! "

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 30, 2026

Impressionnant !

"Je ne connais pas plus que ça l’univers d’Harry Potter cependant il est facile de suivre l’histoire et de rentrer dans cet univers magique, même au théâtre et c’est probablement la plus impressionnante performance : avoir rendu cette scène absolument magique! De même il est facile de suivre l’histoire même pour une non native de langue anglaise - il faut cependant un niveau correct pour comprendre l’essentiel !"

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 30, 2026

It was truly magical

"The acting was outstanding but what had my jaw dropping was all of the stage production. I can not believe they were able to bring that type of magic to the stage. I would go see it again and again! "

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 29, 2026

Started sobbing in my seat!

"This was absolutely breathtaking! The performers brought the magic to life before my eyes and my heart could barely take it. I almost cried four to five times. Just utterly mesmerizing, nostalgic, and heartbreaking. "

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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 27, 2026

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Prepare to be on the edge of your seat at this Tony Award®-winning spectacle that “leaves you gasping in wonder at the magic of it all” (TIME Magazine). The entire theatre has been transformed to immerse you as epic duels, extraordinary spells and beloved characters come to life. Awe, laughter, tears—you’ll feel every moment and never want it to end. “It has to be seen to be believed” (USA Today).