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Pottermore Publishing celebrates Back to Hogwarts with Harry Potter in free immersive audio experience

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Journey to Hogwarts

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As all of you know, [Back to Hogwarts](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/back-to-hogwarts) is celebrated annually on 1st September and some fans even gather at King’s Cross at 11am, the time when the Hogwarts Express departed in the books. This year, because of the ongoing pandemic, we’ll all be celebrating remotely – but we can do so with a special immersive Harry Potter audio experience, created by Pottermore Publishing. Simply sign up to the Harry Potter Fan Club, or sign in, to listen just above.

*Journeys to Hogwarts* uses the latest acoustic techniques to create an immersive soundscape. It has been designed by the sound technicians at [Molinare](https://www.molinare.co.uk/), some of whom worked on the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films so we can all imagine we’re at the station with Harry as well as on the train itself. The music is composed by James Hannigan. 

When you close your eyes, you’ll be instantly transported to a bustling King’s Cross alongside Harry Potter – accompanied by rattling trolley and the flapping wings of Harry’s owl, Hedwig. The sounds around you will take you into memorable moments on the Hogwarts Express during Harry’s different journeys back to school, including scenes from *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone*, *Prisoner of Azkaban*, *Goblet of Fire* and *Order of the Phoenix*. Just as Harry does, you’ll encounter many of his fellow students – from the Weasley family helping Harry onto the elusive Platform Nine and Three-Quarters, to Hermione and Neville searching for a lost toad. 

Alongside the bespoke audio design and effects, you’ll hear short extracts from the much-loved narration of the Harry Potter series of audiobooks by Stephen Fry in the UK and Jim Dale in the US, and dialogue from the books, which has been specially voiced for this experience by members of the London cast of *Harry Potter and The Cursed Child*. The version available on the Wizarding World site uses the Stephen Fry narration from the audiobooks.

So even though we can’t be at King’s Cross this year, we hope *Journeys to Hogwarts* gives you a thrilling alternative to gathering at the station, whilst bringing you highlights of the series up to an arrival at a rainy Hogsmeade itself.

You can listen to *Journeys to Hogwarts* for free here if you're a Harry Potter Fan Club member – the perfect accompaniment to J.K. Rowling’s original Harry Potter stories. From September 1st, it will also be available, for free. Try it now, and why not listen at 11am on 1st September too – along with fans across the world!

*Journeys to Hogwarts* is available to listen to for free on a variety of platforms from 31st August to 30th September. Stream on Audible via Wizarding World landing pages or in Audible Stories, look for the Harry Potter feed on Spotify, or find it on Storytel and Nextory. You can even ask: ‘Alexa, take me to Hogwarts’.

Everything you need for your Hogwarts trunk: Your Back to Hogwarts shopping guide for 2020 

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## The Harry Potter x H&M kidswear collection
This new clothing and accessories collection from H&M could certainly rival Madam Malkin’s in Diagon Alley! Aimed at newborns to young teens, this Harry Potter-inspired collection will get your youngsters Hogwarts-ready, even if they’re not quite old enough to receive that all important letter yet! From Hogwarts house-themed hats to Hedwig sweatshirts, the H&M Kidswear Harry Potter capsule collection has something magical to inspire every child. And it’s available now! [Click here to check it out](https://www2.hm.com/en_gb/kids/shop-by-feature/4042c-harry-potter-x-hm-kids.html). 


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## Harry Potter-inspired charms from Pandora
Like us, we’re sure you love carrying the magic of the wizarding world with you wherever you go. So… we are beyond excited that Pandora, have recently released six – yes six! – new Harry Potter-inspired charms so you can do just that! Their Hogwarts Acceptance Letter and Sorting Hat charms will really get you in the Back to Hogwarts spirit, and we know you’ll love all the others too. See how many you can spot in the image below! And then check out the new charms, as well as the rest of the beautiful [Harry Potter x Pandora collection here](https://uk.pandora.net/en/jewellery/harry-potter-collection/?ps_kw=&cid=sem:branded:e:en_gb::adwords:XSA360TEST_UK_EN_Search_DSA_AllCategories_AllGenders_2018_:spri19:te:::epiphany&gclid=Cj0KCQjw-af6BRC5ARIsAALPIlVdQ0-DvxRmfYGh0tUik43EBLiYfk8NBf6RYmGd1vQh1tRAO2m5qfcaAjhmEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds). 


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## New collectible range of pins from the Harry Potter Fan Club
How about celebrating Back to Hogwarts by showing off your house pride? These first pins are all about the Hogwarts houses. So, be you Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Slytherin or Hufflepuff, your enamel pin set of choice is perfectly catered to the iconography and colours of your house. [Take a look at the collection so far here](https://www.wizardingworld.com/store?path=/collections/pin-seeking&passthrough=true.) and learn how you can start your own pin seeking journey. 

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## More exciting products for fans based in the US...
We would certainly recommend US-based fans checking out [the recent Vera Bradley x Harry Potter collaboration](https://verabradley.com/pages/harry-potter) – amongst many other exciting products, they have beautiful backpacks with dedicated wand pockets! The [Wizarding World baby carrier range from ErgoBaby](https://ergobaby.com/catalog/category/view/id/128) is also well worth a look, so you can start their magical journeys early… 

Plus, there are more Back to Hogwarts treats available than on the Hogwarts Express trolley, at the [US Wizarding World online shop](https://shop.wizardingworld.com/). We’re sure you’ll love this [Personalized Hogwarts Acceptance Letter](https://shop.wizardingworld.com/collections/home/products/personalized-hogwarts-acceptance-letter-chromaluxe-panel), as well as [exclusive house apparel and accessories](https://shop.wizardingworld.com/collections/clothing-and-accessories). Something no Hogwarts student should be without is a [house crest scarf](https://shop.wizardingworld.com/collections/clothing-and-accessories/products/harry-potter-house-crest-gryffindor-scarf) to wrap up for the castle in winter! 


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## Get Back to Hogwarts-ready with Platform 93/4
UK-based shop, Platform 93/4 will help you celebrate the 1st  September in style this year with its Back to Hogwarts range. Platform Nine and Three-Quarters tickets, House Quidditch jumpers, and beautifully designed stationery are just a few of the Back to Hogwarts delights you can purchase from this special collection. And from September 1st you’ll be able to buy their brand-new Back to Hogwarts trunks. These new trunks are packed with goodies, themed on Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Slytherin or Hufflepuff house. Which one will you choose? Get a sneak peek below! [And you’ll find more information and more exciting products here](https://www.harrypotterplatform934.com/).


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Don’t forget that Gold Members of the Harry Potter Fan Club can enjoy up to 20% discount at the Harry Potter Shop. [Find out more about the benefits of Gold Membership here](https://www.wizardingworld.com/about-gold). 

And once you’re done with your wizarding shopping spree, Platform 93/4 have got some Harry Potter-themed games and puzzles for you to play:

•	[Download and print a Chocolate Frog puzzle here!](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/4uh71gs2nygF6tQDRcUMgG/6d6f2672cf33309c32d3f70d92b4cf5a/BTH_Frog_Puzzle.pdf)

•	[Find a colouring activity here!](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/5N1K9TFPYSzby00nPkKyK7/d64a74a5454c8a5d4f35d5a9d848c3f2/BTH_Colouring_Page.pdf)

•	[A Back to Hogwarts wordsearch here](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/4M1F3jiCExYIjKmskOZh82/7c03fb1155fc53110cb4c24b78529e6f/BTH_Word_search.pdf)! [And answers here.](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/42NGZQvvih4mPQDXW9HrC/8a16b9962a4c72428600791f32a0c70d/BTH_Word_search_Answers.pdf)

•[Download and print a Platform 93/4 shop puzzle here](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/2G64QU44PDwqFa6FTS6DY4/75dace2acb4f57d96115a6a977a0cf8f/BTH_Logo_Puzzle.pdf)!

That’s it for now, but keep your Spectrespecs nearby because there is plenty more fun to be had on 1st September!

In the meantime there’s plenty more start of term fun to be had with the [Back to Hogwarts hub here](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/back-to-hogwarts), where you can play quizzes, learn about start of term traditions, or revisit our [Harry Potter At Home series](https://www.wizardingworld.com/chapters), where we invited a number of famous friends to read every chapter of the first Harry Potter book.


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Wizarding World fans get into the Back to Hogwarts spirit with Harry Potter inspired crafts and recipes  

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## Universal’s Shepherd’s Pie from @mommynamedapril 

We start with food blogger Mama Loves Food, who has brought a British favourite to life: a lovely shepherd’s pie. The recipe comes from Universal Studios, which is served at The Three Broomsticks pub for fans visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade. In the Harry Potter books, Harry and his fellow students loved a bit of shepherd’s pie every now and then while dining in the Great Hall. 

Shepherd's Pie recipe from Universal | By Mama Loves Food

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## A papercraft Platform Nine and Three-Quarters from @wight_noize 

Marvel at this amazingly detailed piece from Instagrammer and graphic designer wight_noize (aka Thomas Wightman) who has reimagined Platform Nine and Three-Quarters entirely out of paper, complete with suitcases and flying owls. 

Papercraft Platform Nine and Three-Quarters | By @wight_noize 

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## Sorting Hat cupcakes from @priyaoshea

And now for pudding! Food vlogger and Great British Bake Off alumni Priya O Shea has created these delicious Sorting Hat cupcakes for your entertainment, with the help of her son! We love the fact you have to eat them to discover which house you truly belong to. 


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## Quidditch match from @Notsofunnydad 

Content creator, Nigel, AKA NotSoFunnyDad, along with his family, have recreated a good old fashioned Quidditch match, and created the illusion of his children actually flying! You can visit Notsofunnydad’s Instagram to see the behind-the-scenes journey of how he brought it to life, with the help of a bit of camera wizardry. 

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 ## Floating Hogwarts letters from @myharrypottercorner 

Getting the big, important Hogwarts letter is a huge moment for a budding witch or wizard, which Instagrammer @MyHarryPotterCorner, aka Hector, has paid homage to in this magical photoshoot. Here, Hector has perfected the moment where Harry is engulfed in his own flying Hogwarts letters. We love that Hector has stayed true to his Slytherin roots with a little homage to his house in the corner. 

Hogwarts letters | By @myharrypottercorner 

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Feeling inspired? Check out our [Back to Hogwarts hub](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/back-to-hogwarts) for more Wizarding World activities to get stuck into. 

And to look at all of our [brilliant Back to Hogwarts contributors, check out our Instagram Story round-up. ](https://www.instagram.com/wizardingworld/?hl=en)

MinaLima discuss the magic behind their Back to Hogwarts 2020 artwork

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Take a sneak peek at MinaLima's brand new home in Soho, London (opening 1st September!) as they discuss their love of Hogwarts and their special artwork their team created just for this year. 

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The design team, who are behind the iconic look and feel of the Wizarding World films, created this very special piece of artwork for Back to Hogwarts in 2020, which you can pick up as a [limited edition print from their shop.](https://minalima.com/product/back-to-hogwarts-print/)

This poster has served as the official look for our Back to Hogwarts theme this year, encapsulating the excitement of entering the wizarding world for the first time perfectly.

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And that's not all from MinaLima. Look out for MinaLima's illustrated edition of *Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone*, coming 20 October 2020, published by Bloomsbury in the UK and Scholastic in the US. [Learn more about the upcoming book here.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/news/scholastic-new-illustrated-edition-sorcerer-stone-minalima)

Create your very own Hogwarts castle

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Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is one of the most magical places in the whole wizarding world. Eleven-year-old witches and wizards lucky enough to receive their Hogwarts letters, board the Hogwarts Express, disembark at Hogsmeade, and sail across the lake to get their first glimpse of the twinkling lights and towering turrets belonging to one of the best schools of magic in the world. 

Today, bring Hogwarts into your home, as we teach you how to build your very own castle in three video tutorials. 

## Hogwarts Castle Build Part 1: The Great Hall

The Great Hall at Hogwarts is a very special place, because it’s where the Sorting Ceremony happens for first years when they arrive at the school. Once the ceremony is over, the feast begins, and Dumbledore makes his start of term speech – which is bound to be a little wacky! 

Here’s how to build the Great Hall section: 

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[You can download the instructions for Part 1 here!](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/2bQbWyOvu7y4bCha1OVT4m/5ead31d3b771dffeae4c9e9715efdca9/Video_1_The-Great-Hall_Instructions.pdf)

And if you want to find out which house you would be sorted into in the Great Hall then you can take the Sorting Ceremony on our website here.

## Hogwarts Castle Build Part 2: The Grand Staircase Tower

The towers are a particularly iconic part of the Hogwarts castle. In this video you’ll be giving the castle it’s unique look, adding the Headmaster’s Tower that houses Dumbledore’s office – a place Harry Potter visits on many occasions!

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[You can download the instructions for Part 2 here!](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/5TbOSKeEDpXdM76FIVZAVL/462caa91c80efecdbdb6074228c8715d/Video_2_The-Grand-Staircase-Tower_Instructions__2_.pdf)

## Hogwarts Castle Build Part 3: Paper Mache and Paint

The Hogwarts castle was home for Harry Potter, who never really felt like he belonged with the Dursleys – even before he found out he was a wizard! This is the final video where we teach you how to put the finish touches – including adding a base – to your Hogwarts castle creation! We hope it brings a little magic and helps you dream of going back to Hogwarts. 

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[You can download the instructions for Part 3 here!](https://assets.ctfassets.net/usf1vwtuqyxm/4wnmzXlZGHBekhjg0IPfqA/8407514e2d4d922903ec93de2ab02af9/Video_3_Paper-Mache-and-Paint_Instructions.pdf)

But that’s not all! For more of our arts and crafts videos, check out our [Crafting Magic page](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/crafting-magic), as well as our [Wizarding World YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChPRO1CB_Hvd0TvKRU62iSQ).


Play our Hogwarts lessons crossword 

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Divination, Potions, Herbology... there's a Hogwarts class for all walks of magic. Even Ancient Runes, which is still a bit of an enigma to us. Oh well, let's hope it doesn't come up in today's crossword, all about Harry's lessons.

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[Visit our puzzles section to enjoy more challenges](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/potter-puzzles) or visit the Wizarding World app. More puzzles for Gold subscribers can also be found there! 

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An unofficial guide to making friends at Hogwarts

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## DO: share your sweets on the Hogwarts Express
When you meet someone, conversation can be tricky – even for the famous Boy Who Lived. What worked for Harry and Ron was bonding over sweets Harry bought from the trolley on the Hogwarts Express. Forget the weather, chatting about Chocolate Frogs and Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans were a great starting point that soon got them talking about their own families and the magical world. 

## DON’T: try to make friends by insulting other people
This was an error made by Draco Malfoy when he tried to befriend Harry Potter on their first train ride to Hogwarts. After insulting Ron and his family, his exact words here: ‘You’ll soon find out some wizarding families are much better than others, Potter. You don’t want to go making friends with the wrong sort. I can help you there.’ It didn’t go down well – he really should have offered Harry a Pumpkin Pasty instead. 

## DO: share any knowledge you have about Hogwarts

Starting at Hogwarts is overwhelming for everyone, but particularly for those from non-wizarding families. Sharing anything you’ve heard about the wizarding school is a must when making friends – even if it’s just admitting you don’t know very much at all! Ron often made Harry feel like he wasn’t alone in being a little out of his depth when it came to the Sorting Ceremony or lessons – sometimes it’s nice to go into the unknown together. 

## DON’T: whisper about all the spells you know already 

This is a Hermione Granger classic. We didn’t judge her for learning all the set texts off by heart before she’d even started school – if we could get our hands on Hogwarts: A History, we’d be reading it cover to cover before we arrived too. However, being mindful that others probably won’t appreciate you showing off all your bright, shiny knowledge before the very nerve-wracking Sorting Ceremony, might have got Hermione off to a better friendship start.

## DO: be proud when your newfound friends succeed
Though Harry and Ron found Hermione a bit of a know-it-all at the beginning, they soon learned to be proud of their friend for all the house points she won for Gryffindor, as well as the tight spots she saved them from (ahem Devil’s Snare). And Ron, a huge Quidditch fan – and probably a little bit jealous of Harry making it onto the house team –still put his new friendship first and was prouder than anyone that Harry became the youngest Seeker in a century. 

## DON’T: point out that one of your fellow students is a “nightmare”

This one is a Ron Weasley special. Not only is it unkind to call someone a “nightmare”, in Ron and Harry’s case it had some pretty catastrophic consequences. And sure, taking on a twelve-foot mountain troll finally brought the Golden Trio together, but a lot of that was down to luck! Ron calling Hermione a “nightmare” just goes to show that you shouldn’t judge anyone too early or call them names – you never know, you just might end up marrying them!

## DO: remember that there are more important things than books and cleverness

Hermione was very smart, and not just when it came to lessons. She had some words of wisdom for all of us when it came to friendship near the end of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. 

*‘Harry – you’re a great wizard, you know.’
‘I’m not as good as you,’ said Harry, very embarrassed, as she let go of him.
‘Me!’ said Hermione. ‘Books! And cleverness! There are more important things – friendship and bravery and – oh Harry – be careful!’*

Enough said, we reckon. Thanks Hermione, wisest witch of your age. 

## DON’T: forget to write to your friends over the summer holidays

As Harry found over the years, it’s tough being away from new friends and magic over the long summer holidays, particularly if you live with Muggles like the Dursleys. After an adventurous year, full of fun and friendship, remembering to send an owl or two letting your new friends know you’re still around will really help calm the nerves when September 1st arrives and you need someone to save you a seat… 

## DO: remember to be yourself
Harry, Ron and Hermione couldn’t be more different, but they soon become the closest of wizarding trios. Making new friends is all about being yourself. And even if it takes a while – like Hermione – when you find the right friends, they’ll love you exactly as you are. And that’s pretty – well – magical.

Try our four Hogwarts house-themed wordsearches 

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Simply click and drag to find all the words, all connected to each of the four Hogwarts houses. And if you don't know which house you're in, [remember you can get sorted with us right here.  ](https://my.wizardingworld.com/sorting-hat)

## The Gryffindor wordsearch 

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## The Ravenclaw wordsearch

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## The Hufflepuff wordsearch

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## The Slytherin wordsearch

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For more puzzles, [visit our puzzles hub](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/potter-puzzles) or check out our Wizarding World app. 

Quiz: How well do you remember Harry’s first ever start of term feast?

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The 1st of September is a momentous day in the wizarding world calendar: this is the day the Hogwarts students return for a new term, catch the Hogwarts Express, while the first-years discover the castle for the first time. Though this year may look a bit different than in the past, the time has arrived to pack your trunk, ready your school supplies and prepare to go Back to Hogwarts - virtually! Enjoy our collection of features and activities to help make your celebrations as special as can be.

Watch the Back to Hogwarts 2020 livestream

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You can now catch up on our livestream with host Vick Hope, where we documented all the excitement before that famous 11 o' clock countdown.

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Explore the Eighth Story

From page to stage

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Cursed Child celebrates 7 year anniversary: your latest updates on all territories 

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As *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* enjoys its latest worldwide anniversary, you can watch the various actors who play Harry Potter across the world get ready for their shows in this new montage. Take a look at all the current Harrys, as seen in London, New York, San Francisco, Melbourne, Hamburg, Toronto and Tokyo right here. 

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This weekend marks seven years since the award-winning production first opened in London’s West End, and since then, *Cursed Child* has been making waves across the globe, including new shows opening in Japan and Canada this year.

Alas, as some doors open, some must close, as it was revealed this week that the production of *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* in San Francisco is set to close 11th September, marking the show as the longest-running play in the history of the city. 

‘We are extremely proud of our San Francisco production,’ said producers Sonia Friedman and Colin Callender. ‘To be the longest running play in the city is an amazing achievement. We would like to thank all our cast, company and creative team for getting us to this incredible milestone. There is a rich culture of arts and theatre here, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to San Francisco audiences for embracing our play.’

To commemorate the closure, the San Francisco production will be putting on extra performances of the show, so fans who haven’t had a chance to see it yet can snap up tickets. [You can learn more about that from the official website.](https://sf.harrypottertheplay.com/)

Elsewhere, productions of *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* continue to cast their spell globally, currently playing to sold-out audiences at the Palace Theatre, London, UK; at the Lyric Theatre, New York, US; at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, Toronto, Canada; and at the TBS Akasaka ACT Theatre, Tokyo, Japan. The play has also broken records as the longest running play in Australia and Hamburg at the Princess theatre, Melbourne, Australia; and at the Mehr! Theater, Hamburg, Germany respectively. 

In fact, *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* has now been seen by over 5 million people worldwide. Have you immersed yourself in the eighth story yet? 

You can learn more about the play, including character guides, quizzes and behind-the-scenes videos at our [Cursed Child hub.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/cursed-child-collection)

Cursed Child officially opens in San Francisco after stunning premiere 

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Watch back on this emotional montage of Cursed Child’s opening night in San Francisco, where cast, crew and fans came together for a very magical event. 

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Before the show, San Francisco’s City Hall was proudly lit up in Hogwarts house colours, with Mayor London Breed (who got sorted into Gryffindor during the festivities) making an apearance.

San Francisco's production of Cursed Child has been boldly restaged as one singular performance by the award-winning creative team, with the entire venue transformed to immerse visitors into the wizarding world. 

The San Francisco cast includes John Skelley as Harry Potter, Angela Reed as Ginny Potter, alongside Benjamin Papac as their son Albus Potter; Steve O’Connell as Ron Weasley, Lily Mojekwu as Hermione Granger, and Folami Williams as their daughter Rose Granger-Weasley; and Lucas Hall as Draco Malfoy, and Jon Steiger as his son Scorpius Malfoy.

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For details on how Cursed Child's performances in San Francisco, visit their [official website in this territory.](https://sf.harrypottertheplay.com/) Tickets ($59–$199) are currently on-sale through Sunday, September 4, 2022. 

And be sure to [keep visiting our Cursed Chid hub for all the latest news on the eighth story.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/cursed-child-collection)

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As the eighth Harry Potter story prepares to open at the TBS Akasaka ACT Theater this summer, a fresh cast has been assembled to join the Wizarding World family. And in the starring role as Harry Potter, three actors will be on hand to play the titular wizard

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Tatsuya Fujiwara, Kanji Ishimaru and Osamu Mukai will all be on hand to play the leading role of Harry, with each actor taking the role in turn. 

For Hermione, actors Aoi Nakabeppu and Sagiri Seina will portray her, while Masahiro Ehara and Hayata Tateyama will play Ron, respectively. 

[For the full cast, simply visit the official website to learn all about them.](https://www.harrypottertheplay.com/jp/)

Much like Broadway, Tokyo will be presenting the reimagined version of the play, which runs across one day for three and a half hours, including intermission. You can learn more about the reimagined version of *Cursed Child* [here.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/news/cursed-child-returns-reimagined-to-broadway-and-opens-in-hamburg)

*Cursed Child*’s latest home, TBS Akasaka ACT Theater, is currently undergoing renovations, and will be ready to unveil its new look in time for the first preview performance in June. The play’s official opening night in Tokyo takes place 8th July. 

Tickets for previews will go on sale for two days only, from Wednesday 23rd – Thursday 24th February – and you will be able to register and purchase through either TBS Tickets or Horipro Stage. 

We’re so excited to see how *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* plays out in its first Asian home. Stay tuned for more details as we get them. 

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Following the successful re-openings of Melbourne and London, *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* has returned triumphant to the Lyric theatre New York in its new reimagined format, while in Hamburg, Harry Potter und das verwunschene Kind celebrated its German-language two-part premiere last Sunday. 

The Broadway production, which has been boldly reimagined for its big comeback, opened to great critical acclaim, with the [New York Times](https://www.nytimes.com/2021/12/07/theater/harry-potter-cursed-child-broadway-review.html) proclaiming it ‘Streamlined and still magical…this new version remains ravishingly entertaining’ and [Broadway News](https://broadwaynews.com/2021/12/07/review-harry-potter-and-the-cursed-child-retains-its-magic-and-its-heart/) calling it ‘A theatrical accomplishment of a very rare order.’  [Theatremania](https://www.theatermania.com/broadway/reviews/review-harry-potter-and-the-cursed-child-broadway_93096.html) wrote of the newly-staged, singular performance: ‘The show delivers spectacularly. Jamie Harrison's illusions regularly receive showstopping applause, the kind which might make the actors jealous were it not for the fact that their performances are integral to making the magic seem real. If you suspend your disbelief just a little bit (it's not hard considering the level of artistry at work) you'll feel like a kid again, witnessing incredible wonders onstage.’

Potter fans also welcomed the one-part version, with Leaky Cauldron declaring: ‘the joy and inspiration hold true.…the *Cursed Child* team (cast, creative, and crew) has completely given their hearts to re-mounting something still bewitching to behold. The magic feels as fresh as it did on its original opening day, April 22, 2018, and the play itself commands both stunned awe and breathless reverence from an audience of 1500+ theatergoers.’

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Meanwhile in Germany, the long-awaited opening of the original version at the newly refurbished Mehr! Theatre am Großmarkt in Hamburg -  the first non-English language production of the eighth story in the world – received an equally rapturous reception. [Broadway World](https://www.broadwayworld.com/germany/article/BWW-Review-HARRY-POTTER-AND-THE-CURSED-CHILD-at-Mehr-Theater-Am-Gromarkt-20211206)  declared:‘*HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD* is a modern theatrical masterpiece. The art of making theatre reinvented. It gives you shivers down your spine, laughter, and also some tears.’  

The two-part original will also be reimagined as a singular performance for theatres in San Francisco, Toronto and Tokyo in 2022, with Melbourne adopting this version in May 2022. 

*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* is now playing in London, New York, Melbourne and Hamburg.  For further details about all productions and all the latest news go to the website [here](https://www.harrypottertheplay.com/).

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West Coast performances of Cursed Child begin at San Francisco's Curran Theater

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The West Coast engagement of *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* triumphantly returned to San Francisco this week, after its performances were put on hold in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic back in 2020. 

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*Pictured (L–R): John Skelley as Harry Potter, Lily Mojekwu as Hermione Granger, and Steve O’Connell as Ron Weasley in the San Francisco production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Photo credit: Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade*

Now, [the one-part reimagining of the play](https://www.wizardingworld.com/news/cursed-child-returns-reimagined-to-broadway-and-opens-in-hamburg), which also runs in New York, enchanted audiences with a celebratory comeback. 

Press night for the show is set for the 9th February, and you can visit the play's [official website for more details. ](https://sf.harrypottertheplay.com/)

A huge welcome back to this branch of the Cursed Child family! 

__Remember, you can visit [our Cursed Child hub](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/cursed-child-collection) for quizzes, behind-the-scene videos and features on the hit play whenever you like.__

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child to host special house pride performances in London

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The first 50 audience members who arrive early on each Wednesday will receive early access to the theatre at 12.15pm, special access to the theatre bars and gift shop, and the opportunity to participate in Harry Potter trivia featuring *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* cast appearances.

All audience members will receive a house-themed souvenir pin and have the opportunity to enter the house pride costume contest.

__Wednesday 19 January 2022__: *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* will celebrate Hufflepuffs – just, loyal and unafraid of toil. <br>

__Wednesday 26 January 2022:__ *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* will celebrate Ravenclaws – wise, creative and brimming with wit. <br> 

__Wednesday 2 February 2022__: *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* will celebrate Gryffindors – daring, chivalrous and brave at heart. <br> 

__Wednesday 9 February 2022:__ *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* will celebrate Slytherins – cunning, determined and ambitious. <br> 

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So, there you have it. And if you have yet to discover your Hogwarts house... it’s never too late. [Register with us](https://my.wizardingworld.com/register/age-gate) and find out where you truly belong.

[Visit the Cursed Child website](https://www.harrypottertheplay.com/) for more details on these exciting nights. 

Cursed Child re-openings update: North America to return with reimagined productions and Toronto’s premiere now set for 2022

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Today, we bring exciting news for Harry Potter fans and theatre-goers alike. Across the pond, the magic of *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* is set to return to theatres with reopening dates for North America now confirmed! The show will return in New York, San Francisco, and premiere in Toronto as a newly staged, single play experience with more magic per minute. Expect the show to keep all the amazing illusions with some enchanting new staging. Here are the all-important dates you need to know.

New York – Returns to the Lyric Theatre November 16 <br>
San Francisco – Returns to the Curran January 11 <br> 
Toronto – To premiere at the Ed Mirvish Theatre May, 2022 <br> 

Pre-sale tickets for New York will begin rolling out on 7th July for Gold Members, 8th July for Harry Potter Fan Club members, and with public sale soon to follow on the 12th. San Francisco Gold Members will have their chance at a pre-sale on Wednesday 14th July, 15th July for Fan Club members and a public sale date on 21st July. If you’re based in Toronto, ticket dates will be announced at a later date – so keep looking out. 

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When the play returns to the stage across the US and Canada, it will be the same exciting story meticulously restaged by the show’s original creative team during lockdown. So, naturally, audiences will now only need one ticket to see the production in North America, at one performance during an afternoon or evening. And for those wondering – the equally thrilling original two-part production of *Cursed Child* will continue to run in London.

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Sonia Friedman and Colin Callender said: “We are delighted to announce that *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*, which since its triumphant opening in New York and San Francisco has seen record breaking numbers of people spellbound by the wizardry on stage, will be returning in North America in a new, re-imagined version that audiences can see in one afternoon or evening.

This is an unprecedented moment in theatre history. After being closed for more than 15 months, almost all of Broadway and theatre across North America will return before the end of the year. Given the challenges of remounting and running a two-part show in the US on the scale of *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*, and the commercial challenges faced by the theatre and tourism industries emerging from the global shutdowns, we are excited to be able to move forward with a new version of the play that allows audiences to enjoy the complete *Cursed Child* adventure in one sitting eight times a week.

*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* is already the longest-running two-part play in Broadway history. The new version of the play has the potential to thrill audiences for many years to come.

Though the global shutdowns were awful and devastating on so many levels, they afforded us, as theatre-makers, the rare opportunity to reunite with our award-winning creative team who fully embraced the challenge of creating a new single part version of the play that would be a compelling theatrical experience in its own right and stand shoulder to shoulder with the original two-part version. It’s been the most wonderful process of rediscovery to bring this new spectacle to life while still delivering all the amazing magic, illusions, stagecraft, and storytelling set around the same powerful narrative, that has enthralled audiences and critics alike.

Bringing Harry Potter to the stage to cast its spell on audiences in North America has been an extraordinary journey. We want to thank our creative team, associates, cast, crew, and all those who have tirelessly worked on the production for their unflagging support and commitment as we embark on the next leg of our journey.

*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* is a story about community, family, and the power of friendship, a story that reminds us that together and united we have the strength to overcome all odds. It’s a story of our time and we can’t wait to share this new version of our play with our amazing audiences in North America. We’ve missed you enormously and look forward to welcoming you back to Hogwarts. That’s the magic of the theatre—It’s every bit as alive as the portraits hanging on Hogwarts’ walls. Because for all of us… it’s time to believe in magic again.”

The show’s creators Jack Thorne and John Tiffany reflect: “We are incredibly excited to be returning to the US with this reimagined *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*. We've been working hard on this new version throughout lockdown and it's been a joyous process of rediscovery. It has given us a unique opportunity to look at the play with fresh eyes and we have been inspired by the entire creative team every step of the way.”

J.K. Rowling, who conceived the eighth Harry Potter story with Thorne and Tiffany added:

"Collaborating on *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* has been one of the great joys of my professional life. While no one would wish for what has happened over the last year, it has given Jack, John and the first-class creatives who first breathed life into the production the opportunity to revisit the play, and to find a new way to frame our story — with amazing illusions and some exquisite new staging— all the while keeping our original story intact.  I’m so proud to be associated with this new, reimagined version, and to be able to welcome back audiences to the Lyric, Curran and Ed Mirvish theatres."

Visit the [HarryPotterOnStage.com](https://www.harrypottertheplay.com/) to learn more about its triumphant return to the stage in North America. We can’t wait for those curtains. 

__For more news, features, quizzes and behind-the-scenes videos from Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, [why not visit our hub?](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/cursed-child-collection)__

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Production had been suspended on the Australian production of Cursed Child for the past 11 months, after the effects of the Covid pandemic caused theatres across the country to close. Now, with new safety measures put in place, the show will go on. 

Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Playwright Jack Thorne and Director John Tiffany, the record-breaking and award-winning stage production is the eighth story in the Harry Potter series and the first Harry Potter story to be presented on stage. 

The Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Collection

Welcome to the Cursed Child Collection, where you can experience the award-winning play digitally, through exclusive videos, quizzes and features. The eighth Harry Potter story introduces you to the next generation of Hogwarts students, with some shocking twists along the way. Enjoy the magic behind the scenes of the play and explore its conception from page to stage.

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