Today is arguably the best day in the history of all days. For one thing, it's an important Harry Potter anniversary date.
Today is a very special day for two reasons. Firstly, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was published in the UK 18 years ago!
But more important, our true queen, J.K. Rowling, just made this incredible announcement on Twitter:
I'm also very excited to confirm today that a new play called Harry Potter and the #CursedChild will be opening in London next year.
THIS IS HUGE!!!
She went on to describe how the play came about:
It will tell a new story, which is the result of a collaboration between writer Jack Thorne, director John Tiffany and myself. #CursedChild
FYI Jack Thorne is a brilliant writer who was responsible for the most heartbreaking scenes in Skins.
And John Tiffany also directed Once, so this is pretty much guaranteed to be AMAZING.
Back on Twitter, J.K. continued to be her brilliant, mysterious self.
I don't want to say too much more, because I don't want to spoil what I know will be a real treat for fans. #CursedChild
But we know we should not expect a prequel!
However, I can say that it is not a prequel! #CursedChild
And we must stop hassling her for a new novel.
To answer one inevitable (and reasonable!) question - why isn't #CursedChild a new novel? - I am confident that when audiences see the play
they will agree that it was the only proper medium for the story. #CursedChild
I've had countless offers to extend Harry's story over the years, but Jack, John and Sonia Friedman are a dream team! #CursedChild
It has been a huge pleasure to share with them (and soon, with you!) this untold part of Harry's story. #CursedChild
True Potterheads already knew about plans for this play – Rowling released this statement on her Facebook page in 2013.
We cannot wait to find out more about our favourite wizard.
Seriously, this is a momentous day!
