Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Available Performances

  • Fri 16 Jan
    14:00, 19:00
  • Sat 17 Jan
    14:00, 19:00
  • Sun 18 Jan
    13:00, 18:00
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🕗 Part One: 2hr 40min, Part Two: 2hr 35min🎭 Palace Theatre

⭐4.7/5 based on 2,190 reviews

Background for review by Lisa Hubbard

Lisa Hubbard ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"MAGICAL!! A truly fabulous show which transports you back into the centre of the witch and wizarding world. Remarkable performances by the cast"
14/02/2025
Background for review by Daniel Rolls

Daniel Rolls ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"View from row B seat 8. Incredible show. Highly recommend to anybody as I’ll be going to see both parts again myself"
13/02/2025
Background for review by Sarah Newman

Sarah Newman ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Fantastic night. Everything from the acting to the special affects was brilliant. I would definitely be back again before the show finishes."
13/02/2025
Background for review by Chen See

Chen See ⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Great and entertaining family "magic" show! The dialogue has definitely pushed towards accepting our children to become whoever they might be, even if they might differ from how we see ourselves. It is expensive, but still cheaper than Broadway in NYC!"
12/02/2025
Background for review by JUDY

JUDY ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"We (a group of 3 adults & 3 children aged 9 & 11) thoroughly enjoyed The Cursed Child. The special effects were amazing as was the use of props such as staircases. The acting was also excellent. But it is an extremely long theatrical experience. We were encouraged to get to the theatre early so were there at 12.30pm and left at almost 9pm with approx 1.5 hours between parts 1 & 2 to get something to eat. Quite the marathon although definitely worth it."
10/02/2025
Background for review by Mark Hayes

Mark Hayes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Excellent show. Couldn't believe the special effects and quality of the actor's"
10/02/2025
Background for review by Abby Figgett

Abby Figgett ⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Seats were slightly uncomfortable due to reduced leg room. Some parts of the show were performed at the front of the stage which I’d say in the balcony you couldn’t see"
10/02/2025
Background for review by Jill

Jill ⭐⭐⭐

"Good acting Amazing special effects. Too long, too expensive"
10/02/2025
Background for review by Jill

Jill ⭐⭐⭐

"2 plays unecessary so too long and boring and just raking in money for those receiving Fantastic special effects."
10/02/2025
Background for review by Jill

Jill ⭐⭐⭐

"Good acting, fantastic magical effects but the sorting hat was a disappointment. 2 plays is far too long with too much time travel back and forth causing it to become an unfathomable and boring plot."
10/02/2025
Background for review by Claire H

Claire H ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Bewitching performance - we were blown away by the production, story, performances and incredible special effects. Just wonderful."
10/02/2025
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Mr Gallant ⭐⭐⭐⭐

"A great show, great effects and transitions but is an hour too long. Feels like they padded it out to be able to split it into 2 shows rather than editing it down to a single long manageable session perhaps with an additional intermission."
10/02/2025
Background for review by Su good

Su good ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Bought in the black Friday sale so really good offer on tickets, seats were dress circle row F and they were fabulous seats. Absolutely brilliant show, super impressed with all of it, lovely theatre and the staff were so friendly and helpful"
10/02/2025
Background for review by Emma Graham

Emma Graham ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Tickets aren’t cheap & you have to pay twice but my daughter /19 loved it & said it was the best thing she’s ever seen & we’ve seen quite a few shows over the years."
09/02/2025
Background for review by Anne Hébert

Anne Hébert ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Very good performance with many good actors. Special effects are stunning for a theatre performance. I'm happy to have chosen to see it."
09/02/2025
Background for review by Kym McCoosh

Kym McCoosh ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"It was amazing loved every minute of it!!!! One coming back to see it again ??????"
09/02/2025
Background for review by Karen spoal

Karen spoal ⭐⭐

"A lot of plot holes. And so many cape swirls Harry as a grown up didn’t ring true and why bother having a nasty big brother and totally unimportant younger sister when they have no character arcs and no relevance to anything Great sets but lacks substance"
08/02/2025
Background for review by Peter windus

Peter windus ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Absolutely breathtaking show - considering this is a West end debut for some cast, they totally smashed it out the park! Wonderful venue, wonderful seats (although a tad bit uncomfortable after 5 hours), and great memories to walk away with. What a great show - THIS is what theatre is about!!"
08/02/2025

Things to Know Before You Go

Do I need to see both parts of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child?

Yes, the story is written as a single narrative told across two parts. You can usually watch them on the same day (matinee and evening) or on separate days, but to follow the full plot and see how the characters develop, it is best to experience both Part One and Part Two.

Is the play suitable for children?

The production is generally recommended for ages eight and above. It contains some dark themes, moments of peril and theatrical effects that could be intense for very young children. As with the later books and films, the tone is more mature than the early stories, so parents may wish to read a little about the plot in advance.

Will I enjoy the play if I have only seen a few of the films?

You will get the most out of the show if you are broadly familiar with Harry’s world, but you do not need to remember every detail. The play offers enough context to follow the main relationships and conflicts. That said, fans who know the books and films well will appreciate the references and emotional callbacks.

How long do the two parts take in total?

Together, Part One and Part Two add up to an epic full day or two evenings at the theatre, with each part lasting a little over two and a half hours including intervals. It is a sizeable commitment, but the storytelling and stagecraft are designed to reward that time.

About this show

The eighth story in the Harry Potter saga continues on stage, many years after the Battle of Hogwarts. Harry is now an overworked Ministry employee and father of three, while his youngest son, Albus, struggles under the weight of a legacy he never chose. When a time-turning adventure goes badly wrong, past and present collide, and both generations find themselves fighting for the future of the wizarding world.

Spread across two full parts, this production turns the Palace Theatre into a place of genuine stage magic, with astonishing illusions, transformations and set pieces created live in front of you. At its heart, though, it remains a story about parents and children trying to understand one another. For long-time fans and curious newcomers alike, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child offers an immersive West End experience rather than a simple spin-off.

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