Entering their stunning seventh year, it’s a magical time for Cursed Child on Broadway. What better way to celebrate the talented new cast, plus the return of Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy, than with everyone getting glammed up for a glitzy gala at New York’s Lyric Theatre?
With fabulous fashion, dazzling performances and full circles moments, this was an event that nobody would forget…
Seeing Jason Isaacs, who played Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, bursting with pride as he comes to support his on-screen son has made us all emotional. Watching the Harry Potter fans raise their torches in a sea of light throughout the theatre has got us too. In fact, all of it did!
If you want to experience the wonder yourself, you can catch Tom as Draco Malfoy until 10th May 2026. Until then, here’s our roundup of all the brilliant moments from the gala to keep you going…
Magic on the red carpet…
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It was dress robes only, as the new Cursed Child cast put their best fashion-foot forward on the red carpet. The year seven cast is led by John Skelley as Harry Potter and Trish Lindstrom as Ginny Potter with Emmet Smith as their son Albus Potter. Rachel Christopher and Daniel Fredrick play Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley, respectively, with Janae Hammond as their daughter Rose Granger-Weasley. Tom Felton plays Draco Malfoy opposite Aidan Close as his son Scorpius Malfoy. Kristen Martin plays Delphi Diggory.
As the first actor from the Harry Potter films to reprise their role, we can only imagine how momentous this must all feel for Tom Felton. Luckily, he had his on-screen dad there to support him. It was incredibly meaningful to hear him talk about the important role Jason Isaacs played in his life and how he now intends to pass that on.
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His love for Aidan Close, who plays Scorpius Malfoy, is so endearing – we’re sure they’re set to become another iconic duo. In fact, with the matching floral motifs on their red carpet outfits, it appears they’re already on the same wavelength!
Also, can we take a moment for Aidan’s look? The fairytale skirt in black tulle. The contrast of light and dark. The whimsical flowers that are blooming with colour. This imaginative creation captures the magic of Harry Potter perfectly.
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Aidan’s outfit wasn’t the only one that made us think of the wizarding world. With sleeves that remind us of wings, Rachel Christopher’s fantastic gold dress could have been inspired by the Golden Snitch. Her onstage daughter, Janae Hammond, was rocking a suit in Gryffindor red – a fitting nod to her character, Rose Granger-Weasley. The third member of this famous family, Daniel Fredrick, eschewed Ron’s signature maroon for a suave pink suit instead.
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The Potters were also dressed to impress! Playing the only Slytherin in the family, Emmet Smith proudly wore his character Albus’ house colours. His onstage father, John Skelley, looked sharp in a smart suit. While Trish Lindstrom, who plays Ginny Potter, added a pop of colour to the proceedings with a fun, pink dress.
A rather special performance
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The cast didn’t just shine on the red carpet they dazzled on stage too. This performance to celebrate seven years of Cursed Child turned into something rather special…
You can just see how much it meant to every single person in that theatre. That final curtain call moment where fans raised their torches as one?
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Pure magic.
With tickets still available as Tom begins his run, you can book yours at the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child website.
