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J.K. Rowling is the author of the seven Harry Potter novels, which have sold over 450 million copies and have been translated into 79 languages, and three companion books originally published for charity. She has also written The Casual Vacancy, a novel for adults, and, under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith, is the author of the Cormoran Strike crime series, which have been adapted as a major new television series for BBC One, produced by Bronte Film and Television. J.K. Rowling also made her screenwriting debut in 2016 with the film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, a further extension of the Wizarding World and the start of a new five-film series.

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Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildHarry Potter and the Cursed Child
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Original Story
Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildHarry Potter and the Cursed Child
 
[West End, 2016]
Original Story

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Tom Felton Extends Run in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD on Broadway Photo
Tom Felton Extends Run in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2026

Tom Felton has extended his run as Draco Malfoy in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD on Broadway. The production continues its run at the Lyric Theatre. Felton’s engagement marks the first time a film cast member has joined the stage version.
Video: HARRY POTTER Special Will Go Behind the Scenes of HBO Series with John Lithgow Photo
Video: HARRY POTTER Special Will Go Behind the Scenes of HBO Series with John Lithgow, Janet McTeer & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2026

HBO will debut a new behind-the-scenes special that chronicles the making of the upcoming Harry Potter television series. Watch the trailer for the new special now.
HARRY POTTER Teaser Becomes Most-Watched Trailer in HBO History Photo
HARRY POTTER Teaser Becomes Most-Watched Trailer in HBO History
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 30, 2026

The first trailer for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone marked the most-watched trailer in HBO and HBO Max history, exceeding the previous record by more than double.
Video/Photos: HARRY POTTER Teaser Unveils First Look at New HBO Series Photo
Video/Photos: HARRY POTTER Teaser Unveils First Look at New HBO Series
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2026

Accio trailer! HBO Max has released the first teaser for the eight-episode first season of the upcoming original Harry Potter series, officially titled Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone. Take a look at the trio, in addition to John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, and more!
Review Roundup: GIANT Opens On Broadway Starring John Lithgow As Roald Dahl Photo
Review Roundup: GIANT Opens On Broadway Starring John Lithgow As Roald Dahl
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2026

Reviews are in for GIANT, the Olivier Award-winning play by Mark Rosenblatt, now on Broadway starring John Lithgow as Roald Dahl. Directed by Nicholas Hytner, the production is playing a limited 16-week engagement following its award-winning West End run, where it received three Olivier Awards.
Guest Blog: 'What Happens When You Stop Editing Yourself?': Actor and Writer Laura Ka Photo
Guest Blog: 'What Happens When You Stop Editing Yourself?': Actor and Writer Laura Kay Bailey on Her New Show, ROWLING IN IT
by Guest Author - Mar 23, 2026

Laura K Bailey was cast as J.K. Rowling in a play that drew widespread attention at the Edinburgh Festival in 2024. Her new show, Rowling In It, revisits that experience, exploring the complexities of being a cis woman navigating a world where identity, voice, and visibility are under scrutiny — and where remaining neutral is not always a neutral act.
A Look Back at the 10 Longest Running Plays on Broadway History Photo
A Look Back at the 10 Longest Running Plays on Broadway History
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 15, 2026

Four of Broadway’s ten longest running musicals are currently on the boards: Chicago, The Lion King, Wicked, and The Book of Mormon. One, The Phantom of the Opera, closed in 2023 after attaining the title of longest running Broadway show of all time.  But what about Broadway’s longest running plays?
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Hold Digital Lottery at the Fabulous Fox Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Hold Digital Lottery at the Fabulous Fox
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2026

The Fabulous Fox has announced the Golden Snitch Digital Lottery for the upcoming engagement of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD, hosted on the Lucky Seat digital lottery platform.
New Cast of Hogwarts Students Join HBO HARRY POTTER Series Photo
New Cast of Hogwarts Students Join HBO HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2026

Several young performers have joined the cast of the HBO Harry Potter series as Hogwarts students. Among the new additions are stage alums Cian Eagle-Service, Jazmyn Lewin and Laila Barwick. 
ROWLING IN IT Comes to King's Head Theatre in April Photo
ROWLING IN IT Comes to King's Head Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

When award-winning actress Laura Kay Bailey (Crime 101 with Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo, TERF) auditioned to play the world's most famous children's author for an Edinburgh Fringe show, little did she know it would change her life.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is Coming to The Fabulous Fox Photo
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is Coming to The Fabulous Fox
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026

The North American tour of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is playing at The Fabulous Fox. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is the first Harry Potter story to be presented on stage and the eighth story in the Harry Potter series.
West End Production of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Become One Part Photo
West End Production of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Will Become One Part
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026

After ten years in the West End as a two-part theatrical event, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will evolve into a  single performance-format. The production will move to the version of the show currently performed by companies around the globe, including the Broadway production in New York City.
Hans Zimmer and Bleeding Fingers To Compose New Score for HARRY POTTER Series Photo
Hans Zimmer and Bleeding Fingers To Compose New Score for HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2026

Hans Zimmer and Bleeding Fingers will compose a new score for the HBO Original Harry Potter series, debuting in 2027 on HBO and HBO Max. As a group, they will be the fifth group of songwriters to score the Harry Potter stories onscreen.
Photos: Blake Lively Visits Tom Felton at HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Photo
Photos: Blake Lively Visits Tom Felton at HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 8, 2025

The Lyric Theatre welcomed a very special guest! Blake Lively stopped by Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway and posed with the cast, including original film star Tom Felton, afterwards. Check out photos here.
Photos: Tom Felton, John Skelley, Emmet Smith, and More in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSE Photo
Photos: Tom Felton, John Skelley, Emmet Smith, and More in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025

All new photos have been released of the current cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway, including Tom Felton, John Skelley, Emmet Smith, and more. Check out the photos here!
Video: On the Red Carpet for Tom Felton in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Photo
Video: On the Red Carpet for Tom Felton in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025

Broadway audiences can now see Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy in the Year 7 company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, now playing at the Lyric Theatre. See footage from the red carpet opening here!
Photos: Tom Felton Takes First Bows in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Photo
Photos: Tom Felton Takes First Bows in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 12, 2025

Tom Felton took his first bows in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child last ight, November 11. The actor originated the role of Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter film series. Check out photos from his first curtain call below!
Photos/Video: Tom Felton Makes His Broadway Debut in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHIL Photo
Photos/Video: Tom Felton Makes His Broadway Debut in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025

Tom Felton returns to the wizarding world, joining the Broadway cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Lyric Theatre as Draco Malfoy for a 26-week limited engagement through May 10, 2026. Check out phots and video of his Broadway debut!
Interview: Larry Yando talks playing Dumbledore in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Photo
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.
Tom Felton Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Tonight Photo
Tom Felton Joins HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Tonight
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2025

Performances begin tonight, Tuesday, November 11th for the new Broadway company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at New York's Lyric Theatre, with original film star Tom Felton joining the casat.
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How many shows has J.K. Rowling written?

J.K. Rowling has written 1 shows including Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Both Parts (Original Story).

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