'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' to host fifth anniversary celebration
The six-time Tony Award-winning Broadway play based on J. K. Rowling's hit book and movie series will host giveaways and more during its 5 Days of Magic event.
The magic continues! To celebrate its five-year anniversary on Broadway in April 2023, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will host 5 Days of Magic, a series of special events taking place during Broadway performances from April 19-23.
First, a presentation from the New York City Mayor’s Office will take place at the April 19 matinee performance. On April 20, fans can see a video of the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Broadway cast performing a scene from the show at the Edge, an observation sky deck in Midtown Manhattan.
The April 21 performance will offer an in-person lottery for $5 tickets. Entrants can enter the lottery at the Lyric Theatre, where Cursed Child plays, beginning at 4:30 p.m., and the drawing will take place at 5 p.m. ahead of the 7 p.m. show.
Entrants will also have the chance to win other Harry Potter-themed prizes including full sets of the book series, Funko Pop collectibles, Hogwarts notebooks and copies of the book Harry Potter: Feasts and Festivities by Insight Editions, Harry Potter LEGO sets, and a Hogwarts Legacy game and PlayStation 5 console bundle.
April 22 is the actual anniversary of Cursed Child's Broadway opening. Audiences at both of that day's performances will receive a commemorative gift. Finally, there will be giveaways and special guest appearances at the performance on April 23.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child opened on Broadway in 2018 after premiering in London in 2016. The official eighth installment of the Harry Potter series, the play follows Harry and his friends, along with their children, on a time-traveling adventure to right past wrongs and save the Wizarding World.
In 2018, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child won six Tony Awards, including Best Play. Harry Potter book author J. K. Rowling co-wrote the story along with John Tiffany and Jack Thorne.
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Photo credit: The cast of 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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