Larry Yando

Interview: Larry Yando talks playing Dumbledore in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by R. Scott Reedy - Nov 11, 2025

A self-admitted “crazy person” for J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels who “stood in line at a bookstore whenever a new volume was released,” performer Larry Yando knows that portraying Dumbledore – onetime headmaster of the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry – in the play “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” is a high-profile piece of work.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Tour Sets Cast For Second Year
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2025

The cast has been set for the second year of the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child North American tour. Nick Dillenburg joins the cast as Harry Potter alongside Adam Grant Morrison as his son Albus Potter, with Trish Lindstrom continuing as Ginny Potter.

Review: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD at National Theatre
by Roger Catlin - Jul 19, 2025

The best-selling book series in history, which in turn became one of the highest-grossing franchises of filmdom would naturally spawn a big Broadway hit, the nationally touring version of which is playing D.C. at the National Theatre after four months each in Chicago and Los Angeles. 

The Theatre School at DePaul University to be Honored by The Jeff Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025

The Joseph Jefferson Awards will honor The Theatre School at DePaul University with the 2025 Joseph Jefferson Special Award at the 51st Non-Equity Awards. Learn more about the awards and see how to attend.

Review: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD at Hollywood Pantages
by Evan Henerson - Feb 28, 2025

This CURSED CHILD is a banquet of magical delights that also happens to be a crackling good story, which should delight series neophytes and Potter-lovers alike.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Enters Final Weeks of Performances in Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2025

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD has entered its final weeks in Chicago, set to play its final performance on Saturday, February 1 after a 21-week run. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review Roundup: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Launches National Tour In Chicago
by Joshua Wright - Sep 27, 2024

The National Tour of HARRY POTTER AND THE  CURSED CHILD is now on stage at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre, and the reviews have started coming in.

Review: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD National Tour Premiere
by Rachel Weinberg - Sep 27, 2024

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is three hours of nostalgia-fueled, utterly captivating theater...with heaps of stage magic. The Chicago engagement marks the national tour debut of the eighth installment in J.K. Rowling’s HARRY POTTER series.

All About the New Touring Production of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2024

New details are continuing to emerge about the new shortened version of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, that is now playing in Chicago ahead of a new national tour.

Video: First Curtain Call For CURSED CHILD National Tour
by Joshua Wright - Sep 12, 2024

Watch the first curtain call of the The National Tour of HARRY POTTER AND THE  CURSED CHILD, which is now on stage at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre. 

Photos: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Launches National Tour In Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2024

The National Tour of HARRY POTTER AND THE  CURSED CHILD will begin its 21-week engagement tonight at Broadway In Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre. Check out first look photos from the production.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Is Now Playing at Broadway in Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2024

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is now playing at Broadway In Chicago. Learn how to purchase tickets.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Begins In Two Weeks At Nederlander Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 28, 2024

Broadway In Chicago has announced the National Tour of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD launches in Chicago in just two weeks!

Video: First Rehearsal for HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD North American Tour
by Joshua Wright - Aug 14, 2024

Go inside the first rehearsal for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on tour, which begins performances on September 10th, 2024 in Chicago. 'We get to train to be wizards for a living, which is crazy.' said Aidan Close, who will play Scorpius Malfoy.

Full Cast Set For The National Tour Of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2024

The national tour cast for HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD has been announced. The production will feature a talented ensemble bringing the magical world of Harry Potter to life on stage across the country.

Helen Hunt-Led BETRAYAL & More Set for Goodman Theatre 2024/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2024

The Goodman Theatre has revealed its 2024/25 season! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

VIDEO: Director James Robinson on Blanchard's CHAMPION
by Joshua Wright - Jan 9, 2024

Learn about the world champion boxer and see how his story inspired Grammy Award-winning composer Terence Blanchard's first foray into opera in this interview with director James Robinson in an all-new video.

VIDEO: Watch Jessica Thebus Relive Top 3 Moments of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Goodman Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 17, 2023

Watch Director Jessica Thebus relive her top 3 moments from her productions of A CHRISTMAS CAROL in the video below!

What You Need to Know About Blanchard and Cristofer's CHAMPION at Lyric Opera of Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 14, 2023

Lyric Opera of Chicago is presenting the Lyric premiere of Grammy Award-winning composer Terence Blanchard and Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning librettist Michael Cristofer’s knockout opera Champion. Learn more about this opera!

BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards December 5th Standings; I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Chicago Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!