HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD | THEATRE TOUR, MERCHANDISE, REVIEW
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- Join the Potter Collector and his director friend, Reba, in New York City to see parts one and two of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway!. Peter takes you on a tour of the Lyric Theatre, shows the available merchandise to purchase, reviews the play, and announces a HUGE GIVEAWAY!
A special thank you to the actors who came outside to greet their fans after the performance and the incredible theatre staff for their hospitality!
The giveaway has ended.
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Reading the play and SEEING the play... two totally different things. So much better on its feet. I thought the broadway show was amazing. Saw it last week.
Agreed! Glad you enjoyed it as well!
Okay, the apparating was too adorable!
And you are 1000% right, it was meant to be seen. I saw it in London before the book was released and it was a bummer watching everybody hate on it because it truly is magical!
Haha thanks! I was excited the theatre employee who's voice you heard (if you see this video sir, please email me so that I can give you a proper thank you!) wanted to join in on the fun!
That would have been hard to see the hate for it after seeing it on stage.
It was
I agree the magical effects are amazing! It’s so clever how they do it. I didn’t like the script when I first read it. However seeing it on stage changed my mind completely. I loved the play
I still don't plan to read the script but would see the play again! :)
I went to see Cursed Child in February, and I got the tote bag, Ravenclaw tee, and Cursed Child key chain (I hang it on my lamp in my room). I really liked the play, and I hope that perhaps when the fantastic beasts movies are done that they’ll consider doing that kind of movie where they focus on the stories of the children.
"oops I can't tell you that's a spoiler" we all read the script we all know what happens. XD
Some haven't read the script or seen the play.
how about a spoiler review later then? this can be the spoiler-free and those who want to know exactly what you think about that play/script who have read it can enjoy that. Because I do want to know how you feel about... the REALLY fan-ficcy (imo) character in the story.
Yes, I think I will consider this. I'll just have a BIG "WARNING" sign. :)
I adored CC and for me it is totally cannon! I saw it with original cast on the West End about nine months into the run. I never read the script and thankfully avoided all spoilers. I'm so glad I did, it is totally intended to be seen, not read! I will be seeing it on Broadway in a few months, so I have one question: do they keep the theater open for the entire break between the two parts?
It was quite magical and I didn't read the script (before) or the playbill (during) to avoid spoilers. No. The theatre itself closes but the lobby stays open for a little while. You will need to leave eventually to be let in again. There is just enough time for food in-between. The doors open again at 6:30PM for part two.
OMG THE EFFECTS IN THIS PLAY ARE AMAZING! Part of me wants to see it again!
Yes, I would definitely see it again.
Okay read the script now and do a review!!! I want to see the play so badly. I think that is a great way to look at it as fanfiction. Thanks for taking the time and bringing us with you!
Nah... I would see the play again, but don't plan to or see a need to read the script. :) When you do see it, go with fan fiction in mind and then the play will blow your mind. :D
The Potter Collector I think I'm just jealous. I low key wish I never read it.
Ahh this makes me so nostalgic! I seen it in London last summer and really enjoyed it. I watched the play first and read the script second and I'm glad I did. The first part was my favourite and I really loved the way they did the dementors. :-) I bought a Slytherin badge too.
I'm so glad it brought back good memories! :) The pins were VERY cool looking. Good choice.
Thanks for this video. Ive been waiting for a well rounded review of the play/theatre
Thanks for saying that! You're welcome! :)
Omg this is soooooo amazing. The giveaway is breathtaking like I literally couldn't breathe when I saw all those merchandise. Cursed child was spectacular 😍😍😍😍😍
Yay! I'm glad you're excited about the giveaway! :)
Thank you for your tour and review. The renovation of the Lyric Theatre to be themed with the production at a cost of something like 35.5 million and the cost of mounting this production at 33 million makes this at 68.5 million the most expensive play in Broadway history. The theatre is a vast improvement over what it originally looked like when I saw YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN there ten years ago. Truly beautiful.
By the way I have trying to create internet buzz by getting J.K. Rowling nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature. It’s a long shot since the committee often times picks brilliant but obscure writers (at least to most members of the general public) and awards Literature’s top Award when the artist/writer is at ‘Death’s Door.’ Doris Lessing was in such poor health a few years ago that she couldn’t even make the relatively short trip from England to Stockholm to receive the Prize. Maybe Ms. Rowling will simply need to age out to 95 before they honor her. They’re my people (look at my last name) but I don’t understand it. And they don’t honor individuals who are dead. You die.....you become ineligible. Check out my website at www.ethansfilmreviews.com.
I love what you're doing. That would be incredible if you could make that happen! Yes, the theatre is stunning. You must get to it if you can! I'll give your website a look for sure!
I will apparate to this magical place anytime by now!!! Peter that was an excellent tour and all things and stuff were no less than magical! Thanks!!!
You're very welcome! Glad you enjoyed it!
You've no idea how much joy this vid gave me today. I haven't been able to see the play due to illness, so it means so much to hear your thoughts and see some of that amazing theatre! So lovely to have your director friend's thoughts too. So great you got to meet so many of the cast! Such a shame you didn't see Alex (but only I would think that coz I'm obsessed with the man, lol)
That makes me very happy to hear. Thrilled it provided joy and will hopefully hold you off until you are able to get to the theater to see it yourself. :)
yes, I'll get there one day! I'm sure it'll be around for a long time :)
I’m actually an usher at the Lyric but I guess I’d just missed you that day! Glad you enjoyed the show!
SAD! I'd have loved to meet you.
Thank you so much for sharing! And for keeping it spoiler free =)
I have been on the fence and haven’t read the play yet, but definitely want to see it some day!!
It looks like you had an amazing time!!! That theatre looks gorgeous.
PS I love how you film your videos, so fun! =)
Thanks K! I'm glad you find them fun! :D Yes, you must make it happen... but don't read the script. :D What they did with the theatre is just remarkable. It's stunning.
haha okay! :) Live theatre is always much better than reading scripts anyway =)
Agreed!
Loved your thoughts on the play. I didn't read it either before I saw it because my friends all said it was meant to be seen, not read. The staircase scene was amazing and I too loved Scorpius! I think I know what other character you loved. If it's the one I'm thinking of, she was spectacular. :)
YES SHE WAS! She was portrayed PERFECTLY.
So glad you liked it!! I didn’t consider it as much of fan fiction as others, but after watching it I definitely consider it canon. It was so beautiful. The story moved me to tears, especially the 2nd half of part 2. I was completely blown away by the cast, the staging, the music, and the magic. I can’t wait to see it again when it opens in SF.
I definitely spent a lot for my merch, but my favorites were my Slytherin T-shirt and my Albus wand.
I am still on the fence about calling it canon, but still loved it! :D Yes, the second half of part 2 was intense! Albus has a VERY cool looking wand. What else did you get?
The Potter Collector I got the Slytherin pen, pin, lanyard, and T-shirt, Albus’ wand, collector’s program, collector’s plastic cup (from the bar), Cursed Child magnet, Cursed Child bookmark, and a Hogwarts T-shirt. I was debating on getting Scorpius’ wand as well (he was my favorite character) but I just didn’t like the shape of the wand and it didn’t feel right to me so I ended up not purchasing it. What all did you get?
I agree about the wands. I wasn't much of a fan. For myself, I purchased the Slytherin shirt that didn't say "Slytherin" on it. I probably would have purchased that one but the Cursed Child logo was on the sleeve. :/
I’m surprised you didn’t like Act 1 of Part 1; that was one of my favorite acts. I definitely also started considering it canon after seeing the show. Did you have a favorite actor?
My favorite was everyones favorite. Scorpius! lol
I haven't seen the play yet but I want too. I agree after reading the script, it needs to be seen! I still find it more fan fiction than cannon because of two things that happened but I won't say them here. #keepthesecrets
Agreed! You've got to see it. :)
I am SO excited to see it in Germany in 2020 ...the only problem is....it’ll be in german 😄
Hmm... you'll have to come to NY! Or London!
@@ThePotterCollector or melbourne
Hey just wanted to ask did you went? Corona virus?
@@hirvyas2374 they haven’t started with cursed child yet here in Germany due to COVID :(
Seeing both parts for the third time in September. One of the best theater experiences I’ve had recently.
That is fantastic!
I’m seeing it for the first time in September! I’m so excited!!
WOW!!! Loved the tour and commentaries!!! THANK YOU!!! I REALLY want to go now!!! Lolol
You MUST see it.
I just won tickets with the Friday 40 and am seeing it this Sunday!! Glad to get this preview of the experience. SO EXCITED!!!
GO YOU!!!!! How did you like it???
I totally loved it. Being so close was insane, getting to see all of their facial expressions?? Although we were towards the side, I still can't figure out how they do the majority of the stage magic. I'm of the same mind, I'm almost able to see it as canon, and Scorpius was my absolute favorite. Excited to follow his career-can't wait for him to star in some Netflix special or something when he bows out of this haha!
Just saw this yesterday! I thought it was visually amazing! I love how you mentioned a particular scene featuring moving staircases. I'm pretty sure I know exactly which scene you're talking about. I also found that scene particularly moving.
I got to see it in London last January and was completely transported to the Wizarding world! What a great experience!! Going to see it again in San Francisco this coming January!! Wonderful show!!
I'm so glad you liked it!❤ I love how in the UK, you buy a programme and in the US, it's playbills, they look fantastic! That tote bag though 😍 & your outro! Everything about this video is perfect ❤
Thanks Emma! :D I am glad that I liked it too as I was nervous going into it.
The play/screenplay left some questions that I don't know how would have fit into the storyline. But I loved the magic incorporated in it, loved the scenes when do they in the past... Brings me back to my childhood.
Yes, I felt the same way when they go to the past. :)
See but that's why I think this story should be seen instead of read. When you sit there and read the story and thin it through you notice immediately how full of crap and inconsistent with the rules of the wizarding world that were established in the books it is whereas when you're in the theatre and see how beautifully the building designed, how great the stage design is and how well the actors do their job, you kind of get sucked into this world and blown away by the mere theatre atmosphere that you overlook the fact that at the end of the day the story itself isn't exactly good
Agree that it must be seen and the theatre experience allows you to overlook the inconsistency of the story.
Chilly Ginger - I’m so torn. I wish I could forget that I ever read it but I think it would be quite the experience to see the play.
Christina Matzen same. what helps me with the book is the thought that it wasn't JKR herself who wrote it even though it was indeed based on a story by her. But i always kinda read it as a fun "what might happen 19 years later"-fanfic and not as "JK said so that's why it's canon" actual 8th story. Emotional damage control so to speak :')
As a theater junkie I totally agree. This story was meant to be told on a stage, and that is where the production shines! Seeing it on LIVE on stage is a completely different experience and makes it so much better!
This was a great video, I’m really interested to hear that you didn’t read the book first. I’ve been thinking of getting the book as it will be so long before I get to see the show but now I’m not so sure!
The theatre looked beautiful and I loved all that merchandise! I’ll be entering the giveaway!
Based on all of the advice I received, I suggest you don't read the script. It also allowed for some fun surprises. It may be a long time, but I suggest you wait. :)
I just saw this show 9 hours ago and it was awesome
Had a quick question about seating. What section did you sit in? In addition, based on your view, would you had rather be in higher seating or closer, etc? I plan on going
AHHH I'M SO GLAD YOU LIKED IT! I have yet to see it in London, it's on my wish list and I was actually one of them who loved the book because I had the mindset that it was a play first and a book second. I was quite surprised when the second West End cast was announced that people were confused that they had to change the cast after a year or so, I don't know if it's because I'm part of the community of theatre lovers or something but I was a bit like "wow how do they not know that? Huh, alright, maybe this is their first experience with theatre" I can't wait to finally see it no matter how long i have to wait ❤
YOU GOT TO MEET ANTHONY, PAUL AND POPPY AT STAGE DOOR! ❤❤❤
Definitely worth seeing. Get it to the top of your list! Paul and Poppy specifically were very kind. Anthony too. :)
that was cool i want to see cursed child sooooo bad
Loved the video!! You hear so much hate around Cursed Child... I'm from the Netherlands and I'm going to London for the first time this August! (it's also my first time flying). I'm going to see the play then and I'm so excited! Your video made me even more excited! :D
Aww I'm so glad! Yes, I was one who did not like it. But it was wonderful. Have a safe flight and enjoy the show next month!
Hi! Just found your channel tonight. Had you read it prior to seeing it? I’m a bit confused. The number of comments here who all are saying it’s meant to be seen and not read, is it not the same play as what was released to read? I have to be honest, I wish I could unread the books and read them again for the first time but when I read the play I wanted to unread it because I wanted to forget it ever happened. It read to me like the worst possible bit of fan fiction and after reading the comments and hearing your review, I’m concerned that maybe I didn’t read the correct thing. Like when you said it was a sweet story. I can’t make what I read match that. I’m so confused.
All in all though, I’m really enjoying your channel! Thanks for sharing!!
Wonderful tour video having amazing accessories the place is so beautiful, wallpapers as well I just hope I will come at this place.😄
Make it happen! You will love it!
The Potter Collector thanks for reply.
Amazing !! Brazilian here.!!!!
Hi from NY!
I’m going crazy, I want to see that play! Great video by the way Peter! 👌
Thank you! I am sure you will see it sometime! :D
Can you do a 2nd "spoiler" video so you can talk about all of things that you liked? I would love to compare notes. haha.
I will think about it a bit more. :)
Hi Peter, I am a huge Harry Potter fan and I LOVE your videos. Since there are SO many types and editions of HP books I decided I wanted to have one book of the series in an edition and so on. I would really love the Philsospher Stone in the original UK version (first edition, not first printing, just first edition), but I have NO idea of where to buy it. They don't sell them in book stores anymore and I didn't find it on amazon...HELP. Do you know where I could buy one (possibly not too expensive)?
Aww thank you! So glad you enjoy the videos! eBay is your best option. You can find paperback later printings for a few dollars.
Thank you so much❤
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOWWW!!!!!!!
I was in the Wizarding World the MOMENT they went through the brick wall at Kings Cross
That is AWESOME!
They need to make a movie
Where was your seats Orchestra, Circle or balcony
Thank you for this video. I'm going next month and just wanted to know what to expect. When did you visit the merch store? Intermission? Is there time to visit after the show?
I am so excited, seeing this on the 29th of February...it's never too late in the Wizarding World 🤗🤗💚🐍
I MISS THE PLAY SO MUCH I GOT TO MEET THE ORIGINAL CAST AND THEY WERE SOOOOO NICE THEY SIGNED THINGS AND TOKE PICTURES WITH ME😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
Cool to see that you loved it! Would you consider collecting the books?
Yes, I did. :) And no, I won't. It still wasn't written by J.K. Rowling. :)
Even though JK said to "consider" it canon it might only be a trope to get more people to see the show. I don't think it fits canon too well despite enjoying the play very much. JUST saw it in the UK parts 1-2 same day. Awesome play, but meant for the stage and meant to be left there. Would not like to see this story adapted for the book , or cinematic canon's.
well the only bad thing is the story...
Parts of it were eh but I did like the concept of it. :)
I’ve only read the script but I thought the story was perfect. I love that alternate reality stuff.
NZealandRules I think it was just stupid. The time-turner story is just way too absurd. When Voldemort was controlling whole Ministry of Magic I would imagine he would give some of his “close“ death eaters some time turners and he would never die. Or he would just go back in time and change locations of his destroyed horcruxes. The fact that he was such a powerful wizard and he forgot about such a stupid thing is unbelievable. I think the whole time-turner mechanic was implemented in a bad way. I think the script just destroyed one of the best fictionals worlds. I really hate the story of it. But if you enjoyed it good for you I guess.
And black hermoine (not to be racist but still)
I bought the Harry Potter and the Cursed Chid program and Tee Shirt from the website so until I can make it into New York, this will be the closest I get to the show.,Thanks again for the review and tour.
You're welcome!
That would undoubtedly be my wildest dreams to go there ....but it's not within my reach now
I hope it will be within your reach sometime soon! Make it happen. :D
The Potter Collector that's .....so....sweet of you !
Hello I loved the tour!
So glad!
Love you potter collector😂
Thanks so much for this video. Entertaining and informative . You also made up my mind for me. I'M GOING TO SEE THE PLAY. Will start the planning tomorrow .
YES!! I am glad that it helped you decide. You won't regret it. Sure, there will be some things you'll notice as a Harry Potter fan that are a little strange but if you look past them, it is a wonderful play.
The Potter Collector Hey, look. The fact that they are doing this live on stage and , apparently , making it work, is enough for me. I'M not so concerned with canon. I just want to be swept away and dazzled. From what you said , that will happen. 😆
I soooo appreciate this!! I'm going to see the show in October, so to get all of this info ahead of time was really helpful. I'm both excited and apprehensive, as this story isn't canon to me (haven't wanted to read the script), but now I'm a little more hopeful about it. :) Also, completely random question: but is there any parking conveniently close to the theater at all?
I am so glad it was helpful! I figured this is all information people may want to know prior to going. Yes, I was concerned but stick with it. There will be things you won't feel good about but most of it is fantastic. I booked a hotel two blocks away so I did not need a car and don't know where you might park.
There's plenty of parking garages in the theater district - just be prepared to PAY around $40 for the day.
Very cool video! I can't wait to see it!
My Dad just got me a ticket for me for my Bday! SO excited! Trying to budget what I want to get. This was helpful! Thanks! Also going to the A History of Magic exhibit while I'm in NYC in November. I used to live in NYC (Was born in Queens). I miss it! Can't wait to be back! Definitely dressing up! People call me Ginny 'cause I look like Ginny. I was Ginny for Halloween. :D
That's awesome! Have a BLAST!
Planning to! So stoked! :D
You're very lucky to see it!!!
I hope I will be able to see it next year.
I hope so too!
Tickets bought for january! Thnx for the video!
ENJOY!
Here’s something that bugged me: Hermione is the minister of magic, then the timeline is changed, so she never married Ron, and now she’s just the Defence Against the Dark Arts teacher, all because she didn’t marry Ron?!
Loved the apporation bit 😂👏👏
Love Harry Potter
Haha Loved the apparating edit, very fun. I do want to see this but I'm not crazy about the story tbh
thank you so much for this video.
You're so welcome!
When did you see the show? I saw it last Thurs and Fri-it was amazing!
Sunday (yesterday), both parts.
I’m seeing it on September 14th!!!!
I am so happy to services child with original British cast in 2018.
Do you know if there will be any other harry potter plays anytime soon?! Im sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo jealous right now😁😂
it runs every day
I personally think cursed child is a disrespect with Harry Potter fans, not because the story is horrendous and terribly written (which it’s) but because the vast majority of the fandom around the world won’t have de opportunity to watch it, even before the pandemic
A) because some of them don’t have de money to travel to another country
B) the ones that have, will never make an intercontinental trip to go to the theatre
It would’ve been so much better if the record the play and then sell the DVD’s...
lol the guys face
I hate the script and what it did to the canon, but would seeing the play change my mind?
I still don't think I'll consider it canon, but the play certainly changed my mind on Cursed Child in general.
What did you think of the balcony? Saw it in Row J of the Orchestra, and worried of seeing it again in the balcony it will be too far away.
I found it to be perfect, but would like another perspective if I see it again.
The Potter Collector I think we were there the same day. Sunday July 15?
YEAH! How fun! Sad we didn't get to meet but fun that we got to experience it "together". :)
The Potter Collector Yea it was great! We were lucky too because the whole cast was in. Heard a lot are going on vacation now.
I'm not too into Cursed Child but I'll for sure enter the giveaway (Broadway is amazing)
Neither was I even from not reading the book, but I would recommend seeing the play if you haven't already.
The Potter Collector i do want to see the play but as it's rather expensive and not in my area, it's a bit of a stretch. By reading the play I thought it was an interesting storyline but I didn't feel it fit with the Harry Potter we all know so well. I didn't feel they wrote Hermione well enough in a few scenes along with a few other characters, I also didn't like another part of the play but I can't go into extensive detail because of spoilers but it's about a day a certain group of people created in which I don't think that group would have called it what they did out of fear (I hope that made sense). Overall though, I would love to see the play and if I ever got the chance I would but I don't believe I'll see it as canon, I'm sure it'd be fun though!
I’m in Ravensclaw class.
Amazing video
So glad you enjoyed it. Hope it was helpful!
I'm just wondering if you have read the rehearsal script book Harry Potter the cursed Child part 1 and part 2? If you have you would notice on the dust cover of the book that JK Rowling help with writing the rehearsal script. So, that would in my opinion make the play Cannon.
No, and I never will. She helped with the story, aka approved it, but did not write it. Most fans do not consider Cursed Child as canon.
Since you are such a huge J.K. Rowling fan, I’ll assume you’ve read her other books ( THE CASUAL VACANCY) and the books written under her pseudonym, Robert Galbraith. What do you think?
Also, have you read the CHRONICLES OF NARNIA by C.S. Lewis? My mother Francoise loved Harry Potter (I used to have the Deluxe Editions shipped to her on day of publication by Barnes and Noble and she would stay up all night finishing the books by morning. How she cried when Dumbledore died.) but she still preferred the Chronicles of NARNIA. The Potter books by the way are deeply religious if you fully understand the metaphorical meanings throughout. Do you know that the White Stag Harry sees (who is actually a personification of himself) is a symbol of Christ? J.K. Rowling was schooled in the Arts and the Humanities and is actually quite religious but she is not overtly forthright about her beliefs, excepting in her writings. She is a true Christian in every sense of the word, just look at her attacks on the heresy of the Trump Administration for proof of this. I just watched your video taped at the Lyric Theatre for the third time. God bless, Ethan
E-Mail: ethan.nielson@yahoo.com
I haven't read the C.S Lewis books but have been wanting to. :)
Great Vid
Thank you!
Of course is canon.
OMGGGG ALBUS
"oh oh u gotta hear that!...oh sorry i cant share that... OH OH! u gonna love this...oh sorry cant share that either" lul dude we all know the basic plot XD
Where were your seats? I’m looking at tickets and want to have some good seats and it looked like you had a good view.
Left center balcony.
The Merch at that play is so expensive
In which area of the theatre you have sat? How was the view? Because I like to give a gift for my wife. 😊
How to enter the giveaway please tell me?
Details tomorrow (Tuesday) 5PM chicago time.
Omg 😍😍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Can you Please do a Summary w/ Spoilers?
My grammar is at times somewhat amiss and I cannot edit once I send a text. This has to do with my typing with my thumb on my iPhone.
Please forgive.
To buy the merchandise, you need to have the tickets to watch the play?
You can purchase merchandise online! :D cursedchildstore.com
This awesome video dude
Thanks dude! :)
The Potter Collector most welcome bro n have a wonderful day n please visit my channel 😊
the reason the play is the same as the book is because the book is the exact screenplay
I just dont get it .some said that harry potter and the cursed child is just a rumour and theres no truft about it .But why is there a book about it ? Just to be noted im not causing any drama its just that i dont understand the fact that harry potter and the cursed child is true...btw im a fan of harry potter so dont get me wrong
They shortened the cursed child to one show so each act is each part
Omg it is Beautiful (the theatre)
Books vs plays and movies. I have to separate them into their own entities in my mind.
I love that Slytherin shirt too!
IKR?!
So how do they actually do the scene transitions?
Sometimes its a dramatic choreographed dance or moving across the stage as though students are walking through the halls.