Harry Potter on Broadway: A magical show in New York
Step into the magical world of Harry Potter! This show, launched in New York in 2018, has more than one trick up its sleeve to surprise you...
Booking Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway
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The Story of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
- Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a musical created in London by Jack Thorne and directed by John Tiffany. This production was also co-written by J.K. Rowling, the author of Harry Potter. It’s widely considered the “eighth book” of the saga.
- We reunite with Harry, Ron, and Hermione as adults. Harry now works at the Ministry of Magic. He’s married and has three children. His youngest son, Albus, is admitted to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. But finding his place there isn’t easy, given the weight of his family legacy…
- Father and son must battle the ghosts of the past and learn that darkness often hides where you least expect it!
- Since September 2024, the theater offers a free translation app that lets you follow the dialogue in French. The GalaPro app is available free on the Apple Store and Google Play Store. Perfect for following along when you don’t speak English.
Book Your Tickets for Harry Potter on Broadway
- Harry Potter and the Cursed Child plays at the Lyric Theatre, 213 West 42nd Street, between Broadway and 8th Avenue, in Midtown. I recommend booking well in advance since fans from around the world want to discover the famous wizard’s new adventures!
- To book your tickets in advance, visit our Harry Potter and the Cursed Child ticket reservation module. Booking is simple and completely secure. Once you’ve purchased your tickets, you’ll receive a confirmation email, then a few days later, a second email with a link to your tickets. Your tickets will be in QR code format that you can display directly on your phone and present at the Lyric Theatre entrance. No magic wand needed!
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Cancellation Policy
- When you buy your tickets on CNEWYORK, we offer you the ability to modify or cancel your tickets for free up to 4 days before your show date, for any reason. Simply send us a message at least 4 days before your show date via the contact form.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Harry Potter show on Broadway?
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child runs about 3 hours and 30 minutes in New York, with an intermission. It’s one of the longest shows in New York!
What's the minimum age to see Harry Potter on Broadway?
The producers recommend Harry Potter and the Cursed Child for children ages 8 and up. That said, the dialogue will obviously be challenging to follow for children who don’t speak English…
Do I need to speak fluent English to enjoy Harry Potter in New York?
No, you don’t need to be bilingual to follow the play. Since September 2024, the theater offers a free app that displays the dialogue in French on your smartphone. And if you’ve read the book and know the story by heart, you can even skip the app and let yourself be swept away by the staging and special effects. Check out a screenshot of the translation app below.
Lyric Theatre Seating Chart
Reviews of Harry Potter in New York
Reviews of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child from our Destination New York Facebook group
- Johan: “The theater is stunning! We arrived 30 minutes early, which was plenty of time! Just enough to marvel at the venue! As for the show, absolutely amazing. We’d read the book beforehand to make sure we understood everything… because yes, it’s not a musical in the traditional sense! So my advice: read the play first! Incredible! The magic tricks are brilliantly staged. I wondered how they’d pull it off! Well, bravo! A huge success! The Dementors for those in the know are absolutely killer… So go for it! And it’s bookable on CNEWYORK. We had great seats and honestly, all the seats in the theater offer good sightlines. Truly fantastic!”
- Ambre S.: “If you don’t speak English well, reading the book beforehand can really help! I speak English fluently and had read the book so I understood everything, but it’s still truly magical, with amazing special effects. Even my boyfriend who barely knows Harry Potter loved it!”
- Alex J.: “I highly recommend it, this show is incredible!!!”
- Sonia M.: “There’s a lot of dialogue but the staging is really top-notch.”
- Martin E.: “I don’t speak English and we loved it!! What magic. We were seated high up and could see everything well.”
- Cathy B.: “Originally the play was in two parts of 3 and a half hours each. The New York version has been condensed into one part of 3 hours. I’m a huge Harry Potter fan and I was thrilled, it’s beautiful and magical. There are even QR codes to scan to see the ceiling and the Patronus paintings on the theater walls come to life. Only downside: 30-minute intermission and there were so many people at the bathrooms that I almost missed the second half. Enjoy!!!”
- William T.: “Quick tip: ask the coat check on the first floor—they’ll lend you a phone connected with French subtitles in real time, it helps. I didn’t find out until an hour in!! Otherwise Broadway magic definitely works!!”
- Milou D.: “I went and I definitely recommend reading it in French first. Huge Harry Potter fan, I loved it!!! Enjoy!”
Photos of Harry Potter on Broadway
Harry Potter on Broadway Trailer
