Harry Potter and the Cursed child is recommended for ages 8+. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket, and children under 5 are not permitted. Babes-in-arms are not admitted to the auditorium. Please note that patrons under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Content Contains small but not continual flashing lights. Promo codes and Gift Cards can't be applied on this show.
Until 20 Sept 2026, audiences can experience the original two-part format — an epic theatrical journey that unfolds across two performances. From 9 Oct 2026, the production will be reimagined as a newly staged one-part version, offering a fresh way to experience the official eighth story in the Harry Potter canon. Whether you’re revisiting the wizarding world or discovering it for the first time, this is a must-see West End event. Book your Harry Potter and the Cursed Child tickets today. There’s magic in every moment at Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, the most awarded play in history and “one of the most defining pop culture events of the decade” (Forbes). 19 years after Harry, Ron, and Hermione saved the wizarding world, they’re back on a most extraordinary new adventure – this time, joined by a brave new generation that has only just arrived at the legendary Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Prepare for spectacular spells, a mind-blowing race through time, and an epic battle to stop mysterious forces, all while the future hangs in the balance. Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, this new play by Jack Thorne received its world premiere in London’s West End at the Palace Theatre in summer 2016. "This is something you will remember for years to come. There is something really special about being amongst an audience who are really up for it. It doesn’t happen often. Savour it." - Lyn Gardner Don't miss this one-of-a-kind theatrical experience. Harry Potter tickets are some of the most sought after in the West End, so if you're thinking of booking, now is the time!
19 years on from The Battle of Hogwarts and the defeat of Voldemort, Harry and Ginny Potter take their son Albus Severus to Platform 9 3/4 for his first year at Hogwarts. Little do they know that his time at the school will be just as tumultuous and adventure-packed as his father’s.
Between navigating life as the son of the most famous man in the Wizarding World and a blossoming friendship with the most unexpected student, Albus embarks on a time-twisting, breathtaking two-part escapade that’s sure to keep you spellbound.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child features an original story by J. K. Rowling, with a script by multi-award-winning writer Jack Thorne (Shameless, Skins, This Is England, His Dark Materials). Tony and Olivier Award-winning director John Tiffany helms the production.
Following in the footsteps of the original cast — which included Jamie Parker, Noma Dumezweni, Sam Clemmett, Anthony Boyle, Paul Thornley, and Poppy Miller — the current cast includes David Ricardo-Pearce as Harry Potter and Claire Lams as Ginny Potter. Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger are portrayed by Thomas Aldridge and Naana Agyei-Ampadu.
Joshua Sullivan is Albus Potter, Tamia-Renée Alexandra is Rose Granger-Weasley, Oliver Boot plays Draco Malfoy, with Kai Spackman as his son Scorpius Malfoy.
The cast also includes David Annen, Hollie Beastall, Jacqueline Beaumont, Angeline Bell, Ricardo Castro, Robert Curtis, Laveda Dione, Gabriel Fleary, Aidan Garrett Wilkins, Cate Hamer, Tim Hibberd, Max Hunter, Dewayne Jameson Adams, Emma Louise Jones, Laura June Ness, Geffen Katz-Kaye, Louise Ludgate, Sophie Matthew, Nathan Muwowo, David Nairne, Mariam Pope, Helen Power, Jocelyn Prah, Claire Redcliffe, Ian Redford, Martin de los Santos, Adam Slynn, Joshua Talbot, Callum Tempest, Alex Tomkins and Jake Tuesley.
Jasper Franklin, Sebastian Halford, Rachel Kirk, Effie Linnen, Theo Martin, Zachary Seaton and Harper Tricker alternate two children’s roles.
Music for the show is composed and arranged by Grammy Award-winning artist Imogen Heap.
Since its opening night in 2016, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has become the most-awarded play in history. It was nominated for a record-breaking 11 Laurence Olivier Awards in 2017, of which it won nine (including Best New Play).
The Cursed Child has also won Best Play at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards and Best West End Show at the WhatsOnStage Awards, alongside a whole host of awards and nominations for its cast and creative team.
The show takes place over two parts.
Part One is two hours and 40 minutes long, with a 20-minute interval.
Part Two is two hours and 35 minutes, with a 20-minute interval.