Palace Theatre

I finally got tickets to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Parts 1 & 2) after wanting to go for years, so I was really excited to see what the hype was about. Entry was straightforward: bag checks, a quick scan, tickets shown, then you’re in. The first thing you see is the merch store with show-exclusive items. I grabbed a couple of key rings as souvenirs (something I always do), a bit pricey at around £20 for two and a bag, but expected for theatre merch. They also sell a programme book for £5 with cast info and behind-the-scenes bits, which is actually pretty worth it. The bar area was classy too, and the staff were really friendly and fun. One downside: the seats are tight. I’m not a big guy and still felt cramped 😂 But once the show started, the acting was so good that I honestly forgot about it most of the time. There were a few small things that broke immersion though. Early on, the Sorting Hat actor accidentally said “Gryffindor” instead of “Slytherin,” which confused the whole audience. There was also an unexpected 10-20 minute technical pause that wasn’t the intermission, which disrupted the flow a bit. And Hagrid’s portrayal felt slightly off at times (plus him adjusting his beard mid-scene was unintentionally funny 😂). That said, a lot of the performances were amazing, especially Scorpius, Albus, Snape, and Moaning Myrtle. Scorpius in particular stole the show for me, giving total Matt Smith/Doctor Who energy. Overall, despite a few hiccups and the cramped seating, the staff were great and the production quality and acting were fantastic. I’d definitely recommend seeing both parts in one day if you can. It’s a long day, but totally worth it.

If you haven't seen Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, I highly recommend taking the time to do so. Not in New York, not in Hamburg — but in London. Only there will you get the full experience. It’s such a great piece. Even the theatre itself feels magical. Go and watch it now. Later this year, it will apparently change and you’ll only be able to see the shorter version. So do it now while you still can. You won’t regret it.

I've watched the Harry Potter play and it was just amazing - best performance I've ever seen in my life. The building is magnificent as well, but indeed, not the most comfortable one. I got my tickets to the Grand Circle E12 for 70 quids, and it was great I can highly recommend!

An exquisite theatre where we watched "Harry Potter and The Cursed Child" - stunning choreography and set design throughout, with some incredible cliffhangers at every part of the story. The show is broken into 4 parts over 2 shows - each show having an intermission in the middle. Epic story, breathtaking visuals and very talented acting from all! Ron was super funny to watch on the stage 😉 Some feedback is around the pricing of the merchandise - I wish it was not so expensive and more affordable for families. The ticket prices are already around £100 or more per ticket! Would be helpful if pricing was more family friendly, rather then profit focused. Another area of feedback is to allow for birthday announcements - no system for this currently. Otherwise, a wonderful experience for the whole family. P.S. The dementors are super realistic and scary!