'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' to host 2024 House Pride Nights
The annual series of special Broadway performances will feature giveaways and events, with one night dedicated to each of the four Hogwarts houses.
Get your robes and wands ready! Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has announced dates for its 2024 House Pride Nights, an annual series of performances dedicated to each of the four Hogwarts houses.
Slytherin night is February 28, Gryffindor is March 6, Hufflepuff is March 13, and Ravenclaw is March 20. Harry Potter fans are encouraged to attend the performance for the house they identify with most.
Each House Pride Night performance will feature giveaways, photo ops, and custom-drawn tattoos by INKED by Dani. Additionally, doors will open at 5:30 for the first 100 people in line at the Lyric Theatre, and they will get to play Harry Potter-themed trivia, hosted by the Cursed Child cast, for a chance to win prizes.
In addition to regular tickets, $40 lottery tickets for House Pride Night performances are available via the TodayTix app. Users can enter the lottery for their chosen performance through February 5 at noon, and winners will be notified shortly afterward. Each person can request up to two tickets, and the lottery seats will be located in the first three rows of the theatre.
On Broadway since 2018 and winner of the Tony Award for Best Play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a stage sequel to the beloved books and movies. The show follow's Harry's son Albus and Draco Malfoy's son Scorpius, who become fast friends at Hogwarts and go on a time-traveling adventure. But when they accidentally change history, Harry and his friends must jump in to save the Wizarding World once more.
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Photo credit: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway. (Photo by Matthew Murphy)
Frequently asked questions
What is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child about?
A sequel play to the worldwide sensation, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child finds a new generation of wizards traveling through time and meeting fan-favorite characters. See spellbinding illusions and rekindle the feeling of experiencing Harry Potter for the first time.
Where is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child playing?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is playing at Lyric Theatre. The theatre is located at 214 W 43rd St, New York, 10036.
How long is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?
The running time of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is 2hr 55min. Incl. 1 intermission.
What's the age requirement for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?
The recommended age for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is Ages 8+. Under 15s must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 5 are not permitted in the theatre..
How do you book tickets for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?
Book tickets for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?
Jack Thorne wrote Harry Potter and the Cursed Child based on an original story he co-created with John Tiffany and J. K. Rowling, the author of the original Harry Potter book series.
Is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child a musical?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a play, not a musical. Though there is a score (much like a film score), there are not songs in the show.
Is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child appropriate for kids?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is recommended for children ages 8 and older. Younger children might have trouble sitting through the show, and there are some thematic elements that might be scary. Overall, though, the play is family-friendly like the books are, and the magical elements will likely fascinate kids.
Is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child based on the Harry Potter books?
Yes, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a continuation of the Harry Potter book series. The play picks up where the seventh book leaves off and features many of the same characters from the original books.
Is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child two parts?
No, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is performed in one part. The show was originally performed in two parts but reopened as a single event following the Covid-19 pandemic. The running time is 3 hours and 30 minutes long, including an intermission.
Who directed Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?
John Tiffany directs Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. He won a 2018 Tony Award for his direction, and he also co-created the story with J. K. Rowling and John Tiffany.
When did Harry Potter and the Cursed Child open on Broadway?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child opened on Broadway in March 2018 following a London premiere in 2016.
Is Harry Potter and the Cursed Child good?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is among the best-reviewed shows on New York Theatre Guide. "Under the spectacular direction of John Tiffany we are included, indeed, we are beckoned, into the world of witches," our five-star review reads. The show has also received praise for its magic effects and the inclusion of many fan-favorite characters from the books and films.
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