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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (HS Edition)

Friday, November 22, 2024 @ 7:00pm



Grunin Center
1 College Drive, Toms River, NJ 08754

OCVTS Grunin Performing Arts Academy is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” High School Edition, based on an original story by J. K. Rowling, John Tiffany, and Jack Thorne, by bringing the excitement of the wizarding world to our local community.

Join us for an enchanting experience as our talented high school students bring to life the eighth installment in the beloved Harry Potter series. This special edition, adapted for high school stages and performers, promises to captivate audiences with its mesmerizing characters and spellbinding story. Watch as our students are empowered to conjure the magic through their own creativity, making the show a truly exciting and engaging experience for students and audiences alike.

19 years after Harry, Ron, and Hermione saved the wizarding world, they’re back on a most extraordinary new adventure–this time, joined by a brave new generation that has only just arrived at the legendary Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. When Harry Potter’s head-strong son, Albus, befriends the son of his fiercest rival, Draco Malfoy, it sparks an unbelievable new journey for them all—with the power to change the past and future forever.

Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the wizarding world. Whether you are a longtime fan of the Harry Potter series or a newcomer to the franchise, this high school edition is sure to leave you cheering.

Adapted for High School by Broadway Licensing Global

TM & © HPTP. Harry Potter ™ WB




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