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 .

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Schedule

Upcoming performances and show times.

Wed
Jun 17

7:00pm

Thu
Jun 18

7:00pm

Fri
Jun 19

1:00pm

7:00pm

Sat
Jun 20

2:00pm

8:00pm

Sun
Jun 21

3:00pm

Mon
Jun 22

No Performances

Tue
Jun 23

7:00pm

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About Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway

Everything you need to know about the show.

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).

Details

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 Grangerin 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.

Standing Ovation

"My mother's first time with me in New York City going to Broadway. First time ever seeing the Harry Potter play. We're big Harry Potter fans and we were not disappointed! So many magic tricks on the show. So many special effects. Really immersive. I will go over and over and over again."

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Daryl C from Davenport on Jun 15, 2026

PHENOMENAL SHOW

"This show was so much fun! The theater itself is a spectacular space and they have done so much to make it a truly magical experience. As a millennial I grew up on HP, however, I purposely did not read the play before seeing it and enjoyed every minute of it immensely! Tom Felton reprising his role of Draco Malfoy was, of course, a HUGE motivator for our selection in this show. But I was also pleasantly surprised by the performance of Aiden Close as Scorpius! He was so animated and funny! I can’t wait to see what else he does with his career. If you are in NYC and enjoy a great Broadway show, you will not be disappointed, especially if you are a HP fan. The legacy lives on!! "

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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 14, 2026

Throughly Entertained

"The stage effects were AMAZING, it left my adult self in awe like how did they do that! The actors did wonderful everything was clean and everyone hit their marks. I laughed. I cried. I gasped. I cheered. I left feeling like my money was very very well spent and I would definitely go again to see this. "

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April P from Salem on Jun 14, 2026

Captivated!

"Excellent performance and loved every minute of it!! Would watch over and over again🥰"

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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 14, 2026

Wonderful experience!!!

"From being a fan of Harry Potter since the first book release, to my child loving the series, being able to experience this story played out on stage is a childhood dream come true. All the actors did an amazing job and all the workers at the theater were so kind. Can't wait to come again."

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Christina B from Pound on Jun 14, 2026

Perfect Story

"The story and stage and all actor/actress were perfect, thank you for you all"

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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 13, 2026

Observation!!!

"The effects were amazing, acting was first class and the facility was spectacular. Staff was on point with every move. Great job."

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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 12, 2026

One of the best highlights of our trip

"We originally planned our trip to NYC for a concert, coming from Florida. Upon getting those tickets, I looked for a Broadway show to also see while here. I had no idea that Harry Potter even had one and my 11 year old was thrilled to find out. Arrival and security were smooth, the staff is wonderfully friendly and the option to order food at our seats was an amazing option! Once the show started, our children wouldn’t get enough of it, from the acting to the transformations to the flying effects. All of the actors were absolutely AMAZING, but I personally could not get enough of the actor who played Scorpious! He was an absolute stunner 🤩 My daughter also fangirl(ed) hard when Tom made his appearance. Thank you so much for the amazing experience, it’s everything this Mom heart could ever dream of! "

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Amanda D from Bradenton on Jun 12, 2026

Amazing

"My first Broadway show and the special effects made the show 10x better. Unsure of what to expect initially but would come back every show to watch again!"

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Sharon N from Madison on Jun 11, 2026

A spectacular show

"The show is a must see even if your not a Harry Potter fan. The special effects alone are worth seeing the show. Highly recommend."

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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 11, 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).