Duration
2 hrs 55 mins with interval
Closing Date
Until June 27, 2027
Age limit
Suitable for 8+ yrs
Looking for a show before 9 October? The One-Part Show begins on 9 October. If you're looking for an earlier date, head to the Two-Part Show for available performances.
Why Watch Harry Potter and The Cursed Child (One-Part Show)?
- The only official stage sequel to J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series, this London play brings a new wizarding adventure to life for fans and newcomers alike.
- The most awarded play in West End history, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child swept the Olivier Awards with nine wins, including Best New Play and Best Director.
- Expect spectacular stagecraft, time-bending magic, and a fresh generation of Hogwarts students – this isn’t just nostalgia, it’s a new chapter with dazzling effects.
- Critics rave it’s “one of the most defining pop culture events of the decade.” (Forbes) Don’t miss your chance to see it at the Palace Theatre—tickets are in high demand.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is the official stage continuation of J.K. Rowling’s beloved wizarding saga, co-created with Jack Thorne and John Tiffany. Premiering in London’s West End at the Palace Theatre, this record-breaking play picks up 19 years after the original books, reuniting Harry, Ron, and Hermione as adults. The show’s blend of theatrical wizardry, inventive storytelling, and jaw-dropping illusions has earned it nine Olivier Awards—the most for any West End play. Whether you’re a lifelong Potterhead or new to the magic, this London play is a must for families, fantasy fans, and anyone who loves a good story.
Please note: This production is a newly staged, one-part version, offering a fresh and streamlined way to experience the official eighth story in the Harry Potter canon.
Storyline
Nineteen years after the Battle of Hogwarts, Harry Potter is now a Ministry official and father, but the past refuses to let go. His youngest son, Albus, struggles with the weight of a legendary family name as he starts at Hogwarts. Together, father and son are drawn into a time-twisting adventure, where old secrets and new dangers threaten the future of the wizarding world. As darkness emerges from unexpected places, can they rewrite their fate before it’s too late?
Show timings
Show timings for Harry Potter and The Cursed Child (One-Part Show) may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & Crew
Leading roles: David Ricardo-Pearce (Harry Potter), Claire Lams (Ginny Potter), Joshua Sullivan (Albus Potter), Kai Spackman (Scorpius Malfoy), Oliver Boot (Draco Malfoy), Naana Agyei-Ampadu (Hermione Granger), Tamia-Renée Alexandra (Rose Granger-Weasley), Thomas Aldridge (Ron Weasley).
Producer: Sonia Friedman Productions, Colin Callender
Playwright: Jack Thorne
Story: J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, John Tiffany
Set designer: Christine Jones
Costume designer: Katrina Lindsay
Music/Composer: Imogen Heap
Age Suitability
This show is suitable for ages 8 and above. Children under the age of 5 are not permitted.
Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show
Palace Theatre
The Palace Theatre, formerly known as the Royal English Opera House, is a West End theater close to the intersection of Shaftesbury Avenue and Charing Cross Road. The theater 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 intending to serve as the base for the English grand opera. A magnificent performance of Arthur Sullivan's opera Ivanhoe marked the theater's debut in January 1891. The Palace Theatre seating plan will help you find the best seats in the theater.
Getting There
- Address: 113 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 5AY, UK
- By metro:
The nearest tube stations are Leicester Square (Northern and Piccadilly lines) and Tottenham Court Road (Central and Northern lines).
- By bus:
Take busses 14, 19, 38, N19 or N38 to Cambridge Circus, stop D.
Facilities & Accessibility
Amenities: Dining outlets, Cloak room, Toilets, Souvenir shop
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Additional Information
- Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
- Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
- Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
Tickets Redemption
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Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
The cost of tickets will vary depending on the performance date and the type of seats you choose.
The play is recommended for ages 8 and above. Please note that children under 5 are not permitted inside the theatre, and guests under 15 must sit with an adult.
The play is showing at the iconic Palace Theatre in London’s West End.
Set 19 years after the original books, the story follows Harry Potter—now an overworked Ministry employee—and his youngest son Albus as they struggle with the family legacy and face a dangerous race against time.
A: The production runs for approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes, which includes one 20-minute interval.
While the West End cast rotates regularly, the production features acclaimed stage actors portraying the grown-up trio (Harry, Ron, and Hermione) alongside a new generation of Hogwarts students. It is directed by John Tiffany.
Yes, it is the official eighth story in the canon and the only official stage sequel, based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, and John Tiffany.
The play features mind-boggling, live illusions, physical stagecraft, and time travel, expanding the wizarding world completely live on stage without any on-screen CGI.
Yes, it is the most awarded play in West End history, sweeping the Olivier Awards with a record-breaking nine wins, including Best New Play.
No, the production is accessible and thrilling for newcomers, though lifelong fans will highly appreciate the deep-cut references, familiar characters, and continuation of the lore.
