Harry Potter play producer says cost of living made two-part show 'impossible'
The London production, which has been running for 10 years, will reopen next month as a one-part show.
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"The cost of living has gone up 30-40% since the pandemic, including running shows."
— Sonia Friedman , Executive
"he new version meant more people are going to get to see this show and not have to pay a fortune for it."
— John Tiffany , Celebrity
Key People
Jack Thorne is a playwright and screenwriter known for his collaborations in theatre and television.
John Tiffany is a director known for his work in theatre, particularly in adapting plays.
Sonia Friedman is a theatre producer known for her work in the West End and on Broadway.
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The London production, which has been running for 10 years, will reopen next month as a one-part show.
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