HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD will make its Costa Mesa premiere at Segerstrom Center for the Arts from July 11 - 25, 2026. Today's show will feature Ryan Hallahan who plays Draco Malfoy.
About Ryan Hallahan
Ryan comes from Chicago where he’s appeared on stage at Steppenwolf, Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Writers Theatre, Goodman, Northlight, Indiana Repertory, Peninsula Players, and Steep Theatre. Film: Pass Over (Spike Lee/Amazon), Working Man, Orpa. Television: “Chicago Med,” “Chicago Fire.”
Based on an original story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is a play by Jack Thorne, directed by John Tiffany.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD features movement by Steven Hoggett, set by Christine Jones, costumes by Katrina Lindsay, music & arrangements by Imogen Heap, lighting by Neil Austin, sound by Gareth Fry, illusions & magic by Jamie Harrison, music supervision & arrangements by Martin Lowe. US Casting by Jim Carnahan, CSA.
From the moment eleven-year-old Harry Potter met Rubeus Hagrid, Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, his adventures have left an indelible mark on popular culture. Today, over 25 years later, the Harry Potter phenomenon thrives as one of the most successful and best-loved entertainment properties in history.
Ryan comes from Chicago where he’s appeared on stage at Steppenwolf, Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Writers Theatre, Goodman, Northlight, Indiana Repertory, Peninsula Players, and Steep Theatre. Film: Pass Over (Spike Lee/Amazon), Working Man, Orpa. Television: “Chicago Med,” “Chicago Fire.”
Based on an original story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is a play by Jack Thorne, directed by John Tiffany.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD features movement by Steven Hoggett, set by Christine Jones, costumes by Katrina Lindsay, music & arrangements by Imogen Heap, lighting by Neil Austin, sound by Gareth Fry, illusions & magic by Jamie Harrison, music supervision & arrangements by Martin Lowe. US Casting by Jim Carnahan, CSA.
From the moment eleven-year-old Harry Potter met Rubeus Hagrid, Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, his adventures have left an indelible mark on popular culture. Today, over 25 years later, the Harry Potter phenomenon thrives as one of the most successful and best-loved entertainment properties in history.
MEDIA ADVISORY/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY:
CAMERAS INVITED TO HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD HOUSE PRIDE NIGHT WEDNESDAY, JULY 15TH
It’s Time to Celebrate Your Inner Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw
WHO: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD HOUSE PRIDE NIGHT
WHAT: Cameras are invited to capture witches and wizards of all ages dressed in their Hogwarts House colors at a special community event celebrating the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child production. Segerstrom Center for the Arts will welcome fans for an evening of interactive experiences and photo opportunities, including an exclusive wand dance choreography class led by a member of the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child company, special gift bags with training dowels, as well as the chance to enter the Triwizard Goblet for magical prizes, vote on fan art submissions, and more!
Fans who arrive in costume will receive a commemorative Harry Potter and the Cursed Child poster, and the evening will conclude with the announcement of the Harry Potter Fan Art Contest Cast Choice winner. Guests are encouraged to proudly represent Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, or Slytherin. All TV cameras must be self-contained. To learn more about House Pride Night and register for the wand choreography class, please visit https://scfta.org/HousePride To enter the Harry Potter fan art competition, click here.
WHEN: Wednesday, July 15th at 5:30 pm
WHERE: Julianne and George Argyros Plaza at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 9262
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
The production will run from July 11 - 25, 2026. Tickets start at $44, are available for purchase online at scfta.org, in person at 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, and by phone at 714.556.2787. For inquiries about group ticket discounts of 10 or more, call the Group Services offices at 714.755.0236.
PRESS CONTACT
Carla Cruz 714.942.6209, CCruz@scfta.org
Susie Lopez 714.556.2122 x 4076, slopez@scfta.org
Jacqui Pash 714.556.2122 x4726, jpash@scfta.org
WHEN: Wednesday, July 15th at 5:30 pm
WHERE: Julianne and George Argyros Plaza at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 9262
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD
The production will run from July 11 - 25, 2026. Tickets start at $44, are available for purchase online at scfta.org, in person at 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, and by phone at 714.556.2787. For inquiries about group ticket discounts of 10 or more, call the Group Services offices at 714.755.0236.
PRESS CONTACT
Carla Cruz 714.942.6209, CCruz@scfta.org
Susie Lopez 714.556.2122 x 4076, slopez@scfta.org
Jacqui Pash 714.556.2122 x4726, jpash@scfta.org
