Fans gather outside the Emerson Colonial Theatre for the premiere of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.”
Get ready, Boston! The critically acclaimed play “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” will be performed at the Emerson Colonial Theatre from November 9 to December 20. This enchanting production, adapted into a one-part performance, follows Harry’s son Albus as he embarks on an unforgettable adventure involving time travel. Ticket sales begin February 28, with prices ranging from $49 to $199. Don’t miss your chance to experience this spellbinding tale!
Fans of the wizarding world, mark your calendars! “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child”, the spectacular play that has cast a spell on audiences everywhere, is making its way to Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre from November 9 to December 20. The anticipation is brewing as this enchanting production marks Boston’s first stop on its inaugural North American tour.
For those unfamiliar, “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” is not just any play; it’s the highest-grossing non-musical play in Broadway history! Originally debuting in 2018 as a two-part production on Broadway, it captivated audiences with its incredible storytelling and stunning visual effects. Imagine sitting through a captivating 5½ hour adventure split into two parts—most fans would attend a matinee for one part and then return in the evening for the finale. How’s that for an exciting day out?
This remarkable production won six Tony Awards, including the prestigious Best Play. Unfortunately, in March 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic made theaters dim their lights temporarily. But fear not! By the fall of 2021, the play evolved into a single-part production—cutting the runtime down to 3½ hours. Even better, a new version of this one-part edition made its Broadway debut in November 2021, offering a fresh experience for audiences.
Boston’s touring production will be based on this delightful one-part version, with a runtime of two hours and 50 minutes. So what’s the story about? It takes place twenty years after the last book, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows”, following Harry Potter himself, who is now all grown up, married to Ginny Weasley, and working at the Ministry of Magic. Their son, Albus Severus Potter, is attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, making new friends like Scorpius Malfoy, the son of Draco Malfoy—Harry’s once nemesis.
In a twist of fate, Albus and Scorpius stumble upon the Time Turner, a magical device that lets them travel back in time to attempt to prevent the untimely death of Cedric Diggory. This storyline opens up a Pandora’s box of questions regarding the implications of time travel—how exciting is that?
So, how can you catch this magical experience? Mark your calendars for February 28 at noon, when ticket sales will officially begin. Prices will range from $49 to $149, with some premium seats available for those willing to splurge a bit at $199. Consider it a small price to pay for an enchanting evening!
Before gracing the streets of Boston, the tour will kick off at Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre in September 2024, showcasing the spellbinding magic of this epic tale. The play has already delighted audiences in cities like Melbourne, Toronto, and San Francisco, and continues to run in London, New York, Hamburg, and Tokyo. Who knew the magic would stretch across the globe?
The countdown to the enchanting months of November and December has begun! Be sure to grab your tickets and get ready for a captivating journey back to the wizarding world!
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