J.K. Rowling contributes to the script of the upcoming 'Harry Potter' play which will revolve around 'untold part of Harry's life.'
- Jun 26, 2015
AceShowbiz - A new Harry Potter story is coming to London's West End sometime next year. The author J.K. Rowling reveals on Twitter that the play titled "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" will explore an "untold part of Harry's life" and she contributes to the script.
"Today is a very special day for two reasons. Firstly, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was published in the UK 18 years ago!" she begins the announcement. "I'm also very excited to confirm today that a new play called Harry Potter and the #CursedChild will be opening in London next year."
The writer adds, "It will tell a new story, which is the result of a collaboration between writer Jack Thorne, director John Tiffany and myself. I don't want to say too much more, because I don't want to spoil what I know will be a real treat for fans. However, I can say that it is not a prequel!"
"To answer one inevitable (and reasonable!) question - why isn't #CursedChild a new novel? - I am confident that when audiences see the play," Rowling continues. "They will agree that it was the only proper medium for the story."
She concludes, "I've had countless offers to extend Harry's story over the years, but Jack, John and Sonia Friedman are a dream team! It has been a huge pleasure to share with them (and soon, with you!) this untold part of Harry's story."
