Meet the Growing Cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, a new stage play set in J.K. Rowling's famous wizarding world, is well on its way to a big stage debut. Of course, the actors playing Harry, Ron, and Hermione were announced back in December, but this week, the cast got a whole lot bigger. On Friday, Rowling's website Pottermore revealed the rest of cast, which now consists of over 40 actors and actresses. While we have yet to figure out who will be playing whom, we thought it would be best to go over everyone who's been cast so far. Keep reading, and don't forget to check back for updates as the debut draws near.
Harry Potter
The role of Harry Potter will be played by Jamie Parker.
Hermione Granger
Noma Dumezweni has signed on to play Hermione Granger. And listen, before you say anything about anything, J.K. Rowling herself applauded the casting choice and noted that only Hermione's frizzy hair and brown eyes are canon.
Ron Weasley
Harry's first best friend will be played by Paul Thornley.