Tom Felton’s ‘Harry Potter’ Hits New Record in Broadway Earnings Last Week

Tom Felton’s portrayal of Draco Malfoy in the stage adaptation of Harry Potter has achieved remarkable success on Broadway. Last week, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child earned $2.97 million, marking a new record for the show’s weekly earnings at the Lyric Theatre. This achievement comes as the show is experiencing a surge in popularity, with audiences flocking to see Felton reprise his iconic role.

Record-Breaking Earnings

The latest gross marks the highest single-week total in the entire run of the Tony-winning production. The previous week had already set a record for a seven-performance week, and the addition of an extra show for eight total performances likely contributed to the impressive earnings.

Broadway Box Office Overview

• Total Broadway earnings: $40,638,869
• Average theater occupancy: 89%
• Average ticket price: $139.93 (an increase of nearly $5 from the prior week)

In stark contrast, The Queen of Versailles recently announced its final performance, scheduled for the first Sunday after New Year’s. The production earned $877,244, filling 86% of its seats. Observers note that this may indicate financial challenges, as the show’s closure appears linked to advance sales rather than weekly revenue alone.

Top Broadway Shows

Hamilton continues to dominate the Broadway scene, boosted by the return of Tony winner Leslie Odom, Jr. With ticket prices soaring, the average ticket cost last week reached $342.96, with some seats selling for as much as $1,500. Following Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, the top five highest-grossing shows included:

• Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
• Wicked
• Chess
• The Lion King

Upcoming Expectations

As Broadway heads into the winter holiday season, the outlook remains positive. Current earnings are exceeding those from the same period last year, which was itself a record-setting season. This trend suggests that the upcoming weeks could be the most profitable yet.

Key Stats of the Week

• The $1 Million Club: 17 of 34 productions earned over $1 million
• The 90% Club: Shows filling 90% or more of their seats included:
• Hamilton (101.32%)
• Just in Time (100.89%)
• Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (100%)
• Wicked (100%)
• Ragtime (100%)

In summary, Tom Felton’s contribution to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has played a significant role in the show’s record-breaking box office performance, contributing to a thriving Broadway landscape as we approach the festive season.