Tom Felton extends run in ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ through November
The actor is currently making his Broadway debut as Draco Malfoy, the same role he played in the Harry Potter film series, at the Lyric Theatre.
Summary
- Tom Felton will extend his run as Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway through November 1
- He is the first actor from the film series to star in the stage production
- Cursed Child is set 19 years after the original Harry Potter series ended
Extendo patronum! Harry Potter film star Tom Felton has extended his run in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway. Previously set to depart the show at the Lyric Theatre on May 10, he will now perform through November 1, 2026.
Felton is the first Harry Potter movie actor to join the show's cast anywhere in the world, and the NYC production marks his Broadway debut. He reprises the role of Draco Malfoy, whom he played in all eight films. Since joining the production in November 2025, Cursed Child has set box office records and become the highest-grossing production in Lyric Theatre history.
Cursed Child is set 19 years after the events of the original series, when Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Draco are all adults with children of their own. Draco's son, Scorpius, befriends Harry’s son, Albus, at Hogwarts and go on a time-traveling adventure that changes Wizarding history, forcing the original crew to jump in and help save the day once more.
The current Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Broadway cast also includes John Skelley as Harry Potter, Emmet Smith as Albus Potter, Aidan Close as Scorpius Malfoy, Janae Hammond as Rose Granger-Weasley, Trish Lindstrom as Ginny Potter, Daniel Fredrick as Ron Weasley, Rachel Christopher as Hermione Granger, and Kristen Martin as Delphi Diggory.
Felton is not scheduled to appear at performances May 11-31, August 17-23, September 14-20, and October 12-18.
Cursed Child is directed by John Tiffany and written by Jack Thorne, based on an original story by J. K. Rowling, Tiffany, and Thorne.
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Photo credit: Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy for 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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