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OverallTony win: Best Play5C

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Lyric Theatre (Broadway)

Went back to see the one-show version. The magic elements are still the highlight of this show. The plot was already a bit convoluted when in two parts, though, and consolidating it down to one really didn't help. Cool to see Tom Felton with a last minute ticket.

Score breakdown

Book4CLyrics5CMusic5CDirectionTony win: Best Direction of a Play5CSetTony win: Best Scenic Design of a Play7BCostumeTony win: Best Costume Design of a Play5CChoreoTony nomination: Best Choreography5CLightingTony win: Best Lighting Design of a Play5CSoundTony win: Best Sound Design of a Play5C

About the show

From page to stage to screen, the magic is real at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway. Prepare to see the characters that you've known and loved in a thrilling new adventure that begins 19 years after the events of ​the final book- The Deathly H​allows.

The entirety of the Lyric Theatre has been transfigured to immerse you in this magical world where epic duels, extraordinary spells and beloved characters come to life. Filled with unprecedented stage magic and thrilling storytelling, this Tony Award-winning show, Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, ​is an extraordinary journey into the next chapter of Harry Potter’s life and proves that magic, friendship, and courage never go out of style.

What’s the show about? Set 19 years after the events of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, the story follows Harry as an overworked Ministry of Magic employee and father to three children, including his youngest son, Albus. As Albus struggles under the weight of his family’s legacy, he and Harry confront dark forces that blur the boundaries of time and challenge everything they thought they knew about the past, present, and future.

Featuring jaw-dropping stagecraft, spellbinding illusions, and a deeply emotional story, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is more than a play—it’s an immersive journey into the wizarding world. Under the visionary direction of John Tiffany, the production weaves together thrilling action, heartfelt drama, and moments of pure magic ​t​hat will leave your jaw on the floor.

The magic doesn’t stop on Broadway. The play has enchanted audiences around the globe, with acclaimed productions in London’s West End, Melbourne, Hamburg, Toronto, and Tokyo. Fans from all over the world have embraced this spellbinding story, and with touring productions underway, the magic of The Cursed Child continues to grow, bringing the wizarding world to more cities than ever before.

Debuting on Broadway on April 22, 2018, The Cursed Child originally unfolded as a two-part epic​. When it reopened in 2021 following its Covid closure, it was restaged as one singular performance.​ In 2024 a​n even newer version of the play debuted on Broadway​ that condensed the story to be enjoyed in under three hours.

The play has garnered numerous awards, including six Tony Awards in 2018​ (including Best Play), and continues to captivate audiences with its blend of nostalgia, innovation, and wonder.

Ready to return to Hogwarts? Whether you’re a lifelong Potterhead or a newcomer to the series, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child promises an unforgettable journey through a world of spells, secrets, and spectacular storytelling.

Awards

2018 BroadwayWorld Awards: Best Direction of a Play (win)2018 BroadwayWorld Awards: Best Featured Actress in a Play (win)2018 BroadwayWorld Awards: Best Play (win)2018 BroadwayWorld Awards: Best Sound Design of a Play (win)2018 Drama Desk Awards: Outstanding Costume Design for a Play (nomination)2018 Drama Desk Awards: Outstanding Director of a Play (win)2018 Drama Desk Awards: Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (nomination)2018 Drama Desk Awards: Outstanding Lighting Design for a Play (win)2018 Drama Desk Awards: Outstanding Music in a Play (win)2018 Drama Desk Awards: Outstanding Projection Design (win)2018 Drama Desk Awards: Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (win)2018 Drama Desk Awards: Outstanding Wig and Hair (nomination)2018 Drama League Awards: Distinguished Performance Award (nomination)2018 Drama League Awards: Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play (win)2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards: Outstanding Choreographer (nomination)2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards: Outstanding Costume Design (nomination)2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards: Outstanding Director of a Play (win)2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards: Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (nomination)2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards: Outstanding Lighting Design (win)2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards: Outstanding New Broadway Play (win)2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards: Outstanding New Score (nomination)2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards: Outstanding Projection Design (win)2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards: Outstanding Set Design (win)2018 Outer Critics Circle Awards: Outstanding Sound Design (win)2018 Theatre World Awards: Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (win)2018 Tony Awards: Best Choreography (nomination)2018 Tony Awards: Best Costume Design of a Play (win)2018 Tony Awards: Best Direction of a Play (win)2018 Tony Awards: Best Lighting Design of a Play (win)2018 Tony Awards: Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (nomination)2018 Tony Awards: Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (nomination)2018 Tony Awards: Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (nomination)2018 Tony Awards: Best Play (win)2018 Tony Awards: Best Scenic Design of a Play (win)2018 Tony Awards: Best Sound Design of a Play (win)