Orlando’s Night of Magic: "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" Opens at Dr. Phillips Center

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child North American Tour Photo by Matthew Murphy courtesy of Dr. Phillips Center

Orlando gets a taste of magic—Dr. Phillips Center just opened for the Florida debut of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD. The play, a six-time Tony Award® winner, lands at the Walt Disney Theater from January 24 to February 15, 2026.

This production has been heralded as “one of the most defining pop culture events of the decade.” The story comes straight from J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, and director John Tiffany. Over twenty years since Harry met Hagrid, the Wizarding World still casts its spell on millions.

Rowling’s books didn’t just stay on the shelf—they exploded into eight blockbuster films, three Fantastic Beasts movies, this award-winning stage production, and video games from Portkey Games. Fans dive in through themed merchandise, Universal Studios’ WizardingWorld lands, and specialty shops like Harry Potter New York.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child North American Tour Photo by Matthew Murphy courtesy of Dr. Phillips Center

Warner Bros. Discovery keeps the universe growing with global tours and behind-the-scenes studio experiences in London and Tokyo. And with a new HBO Original series in the works, it’s clear the magic isn’t fading anytime soon.

So, what's the scoop. Is it worth the price of admission? That would be a resounding YES! The spectacle is real. The opening night audience raved about the “movie-like” illusions, spell duels, and the show’s immersive atmosphere.

The production's new, single-part, three-hour format moves fast—sometimes too fast for those who remember the original two-part play—but most agree it’s a “spellbinding” ride. The cast gets high marks for emotional performances, especially in bringing older versions of favorite characters to life.

The show is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The production’s trimmed-down structure makes it more accessible, and while tickets aren’t cheap, fans say it’s worth every penny.

Speaking of pennies, if you use the promo code POTTER10, guests can receive 10% off tickets at checkout.

Tickets and info are up at drphillipscenter.org, or you can call the Bill & Mary Darden Box Office at 407-358-6603.

For tickets and more details, head to drphillipscenter.org.