Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two: The Official Playscript of the Original West End Production
Call no.
: EF 823.914 ROW
Author
: J. K. Rowling , Jack Thorn , John Tiffany
Contributor
: Danish Nazrin bin Zaihan
Summary
*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* is an exciting addition to the Harry Potter universe, bringing us back to the world of magic 19 years after the original series. Written by Jack Thorne, based on a story by J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany, and Thorne, the play takes us into Harry's life as an overburdened Ministry employee, husband, and father of three school-age children. While Harry is still haunted by the past, his son Albus struggles with the weight of a legacy he never wanted. As the story unfolds, both father and son discover that sometimes the darkness they face comes from the most unexpected places.
The play itself, which premiered in London's West End in 2016, received glowing reviews, and the official playscript quickly became a bestseller. The combination of nostalgic magic with complex, relatable family dynamics makes this a thrilling and emotional chapter in the saga. If you're a fan of the series, it’s a must-read, even if it may feel like a bittersweet reminder of the challenges that come with growing up.