The OFFICIAL Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Preview Thread- Page 2

[broadwaybelter]

Posted: 7/13/16 at 11:28am

Quon said: "Has anyone seen this play at all?

I have seen this production. Based on the audience response, the general consensus seems to be that the Potter fans--and I will include myself in that category--are extremely enthusiastic to revisit this world and continue to follow such beloved characters. Overall the production does not disappoint; the technical/magical moments and movement/choreography are easily the most winning components of this show. The story, however, seemed a little lackluster. I don't wish to divulge too much information for fear of exposing plot points, but I will say the new story heavily relies on old material. As for the length, which, if you choose to see both parts, you are signing up for 5 hours of theatre, could use some trimming. I understand the appeal of plays and movies in two parts, but this story could have easily been a three-hour production, or less, and the effect would have been the same.

Noma Dumezweni as Hermione is easily the standout performance of the production; she is intense, vulnerable, and emotionally honest. The other actors range in quality from broad to good, but each of them are making the noble effort of making the roles their own rather than attempting to recreate performances from the films.

 

Updated On: 7/13/16 at 11:28 AM

[EditGrl]

Posted: 7/13/16 at 5:15pm

I have also seen the production and largely agree with broadwaybelter. I had problems with a major plot point, though I can fanwank it if I try hard enough. It was really cool to see the production in a theatre of people who don't know the story; the gasps throughout were neat, and, as stated, the production itself is fantastic. I LOVE the movement used throughout, which obviously won't translate when people read the script.

The play also introduced me to Jamie Parker, for which I'm grateful. I've been enjoying finding clips of him doing Shakespeare and watched The History Boys the other night.

[Quon]

Posted: 7/13/16 at 8:53pm

So its just popular style over substance crap? I was hoping it would be a hit with the critics of London. I know they have not written yet . But I am seeing 2 star reviews based on this