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Potted Potter

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Potted Potter at The Magic Attic at Bally's Las Vegas

Talk about magic!

British comedy actors Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner have distilled all 4,200 pages of J. K. Rowling's seven Harry Potter novels into one brilliantly hilarious 70-minute show. Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience is a lovably loopy two-person performance in which a Potter know-it-all teams up with a rebellious Harry newbie to create a show about — you guessed it — Harry Potter

Clarkson and Turner conceived the show in 2005 as a five-minute sidewalk synopsis to amuse customers queued up for Rowling's sixth Harry novel. They expanded it to an hour the following year and opened at Edinburgh's Zoo Southside. European tours ensued, and in 2012 Potted Potter was nominated for two Olivier Awards, the highest honor in British theater. The show made its off-Broadway debut the same year and has since toured all over the United States and the world. After opening in 2018, the family-friendly Las Vegas production won Best of Last Vegas Awards for Best New Production and Best Value Show.

About the show Potted Potter

One actor channels a bookish Harry in Potted Potter while another plays every other character — including Ron and Hermione, Draco Malfoy, Snape, the Weasleys, Sirius Black, Mad-Eye Moody, Dumbledore and, of course, He Who Must Not Be Named — with wild abandon. Loads of wigs and other goofy props are employed in a nonstop laugh fest that also features a fire-breathing dragon, countless costume changes, brilliant songs, a plethora of props and even a Quidditch match encouraging audience participation (but no brooms, alas).

Accessible to Potter freaks and newbies alike, Potted Potter blends slapstick in the Laurel & Hardy vaudeville tradition with the wildly witty dialogue associated with Monty Python's Flying Circus. "Potting" is a British term for "the art of summarizing something into a digestible form," and, like all the best parodies, Clarkson and Turner's Harry experience is both splendid spoof and heartfelt homage.

Reviews

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 based on 654 reviews
  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Awesome fun for Harry Potter fans!

    by Melody on 1/17/24Bluma Appel Theatre - Toronto

    Excellent performances! Engaging, fun, witty and highly entertaining! Bravo!

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Waste of time and money

    by Rebecca on 1/17/24Imagine Showroom at Horseshoe Las Vegas - Las Vegas

    We had a few hours to kill in Vegas due to a delayed flight, so we decided to check out the afternoon showing. Was not impressed. Almost brought down the whole perception of the trip since that was the note we ended on. If I could get my money back, I would.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great & Creative

    by Dsnotary on 1/12/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    This was a very creative show. Brought laughter and entertainment. I highly recommend it. Well done!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Priceless Potted Potter

    by Kathleen K on 1/10/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    Perfect venue, perfect staging and lighting, perfect performers. Laughed so much, I know I missed a few bits. This comes back around, I will not miss getting my tickets.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Just Fun

    by YourNameHere on 1/10/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    Best Lord of the Rings parody that I have ever seen!

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Definitely intended for a young audience

    by CBCB on 1/10/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    While I thought this show was cute, I felt a bit misled. If you read the advertisement, it is not particularly clear that this show is geared towards children. Maybe we should have realized walking in, given that the average audience age is ~10. The show felt more about jokes from the two hosts, and less about an actual retelling of Harry Potter. For children, I would give this show five stars, but for adults, I think you can pass.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Best play ever

    by Lalee on 1/10/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    I gave tickets to Potted Potter to my 12 year old grandson for Christmas. I wanted us to share an experience together and make a memory. Boy, did we ever! He said it was “the best play he had ever seen”. Right from the beginning Liam had everyone in the audience engaged. Throughout the play, there was a lot of audience participation. The quidditch game was a big hit for everyone. Liam and Paul were amazing! My grandson said he had not laughed like that in a long time. We both agreed that when Potted Potter comes back to the Bay Area, we will see it again! What a great memory for my grandson and I to share!

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Funny but not worth the $

    by Sherryc on 1/9/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    My family enjoyed the show but it was not worth the $300 I spent on tickets for the four of us to see it. It was entertaining and well written/performed but the production value did not support the cost of the show.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Meh. Not worth the $

    by SFFamily on 1/9/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    Charming, cute, but just not worth the money. Tickets cost what full production Broadway shows used to be. Kids laughed quite a bit and the interactivity was fun, but the joke kind of ran out of gas by the end

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    It was ok….

    by RJ on 1/9/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    I thought it was geared for kids and not adults…… I chuckled in a couple of parts…. Really glad I didn’t buy the more expensive tickets - my friends that I talked into going with me (also adults) will probably never trust me for picking out a theater show. Loved the venue. My fist time to see theater there.

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    Not worth your time or money

    by Gina on 1/9/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    Very low production quality. Exactly 2 actors for the entire show - props that look like they're from party city. Much more slapstick comedy than anything creative or clever that you would think of a parody for Harry Potter. Unless you have young kids that are obsessed with Harry Potter, this will be a waste of your time.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Fun for the whole family

    by Auntie K on 1/9/24Bluma Appel Theatre - Toronto

    Potted Potter was great family entertainment. The performers were fantastic and managed to cover seven books in seventy minutes as advertised. The all-female cast was a nice surprise and my niece loved seeing women on stage. She also thought the Quidditch match was very well done!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Absolutely hilarious

    by Amalthea on 1/7/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    I took my entire family. We have an 8, 10, and 15 year old. Every single one of us was cracking up. Seriously, my teen and I were laughing so hard we were crying. Highly recommend.

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    Didn’t live up to the hype

    by Theater Fan on 1/6/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    I had high hopes for this performance and was very disappointed. I’ve seen shows with similar concepts, such as The Complete Works of William Shakespeare… Abridged which were hilarious. This show lacked the cleverness needed to pull off such an ambitious feat. Frankly, it seemed like the only reason it’s having as much success as it is, is because Harry Potter fans are looking for a way to continue to enjoy these beloved stories. Unfortunately, this is not it!

  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    For kids

    by Mo on 1/6/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    Cute show. definitely fun for ages 10 and below. High energy and interactive

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great time!!

    by Cate on 1/4/24Imagine Showroom at Horseshoe Las Vegas - Las Vegas

    It was so worth it and I’m so glad I went. It was very funny and interactive.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    “Potted Potter” stands out as a truly fantastic live show

    by Natalia on 1/4/24

    “Potted Potter” stands out as a truly fantastic live show, a gem for both ardent Harry Potter fans and newcomers alike. This remarkable two-man show, masterfully crafted by Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner, is an ingenious blend of humor, wit, and a deep affection for the Harry Potter universe. What makes “Potted Potter” so special is its ability to condense the richly detailed world of Harry Potter into a 70-minute rollercoaster of laughs and surprises. The show’s format is deceptively simple but incredibly effective. It relies heavily on the talents of its two magnificent actors, whose chemistry and comedic timing are nothing short of brilliant. They seamlessly juggle multiple characters, bringing a unique flair to each, and their improvisational skills ensure that no two shows are exactly the same. The humor in “Potted Potter” is universal – it’s a laugh-out-loud experience from start to finish. The show’s creators have done a commendable job of making it accessible and hilarious even for those who might not know their Gryffindor from their Slytherin. It’s a testament to their skill that they can take a beloved series and make it fresh, funny, and engaging for all audiences. Another standout feature of “Potted Potter” is its audience engagement. The show doesn’t just perform in front of you; it involves you, making each audience member feel like a part of the magic. This interactivity is one of the many reasons the show leaves such a lasting impression. In conclusion, “Potted Potter” is an absolute must-see. Whether you’re a Potterhead or just looking for a night of great entertainment, this show is guaranteed to deliver. It’s a delightful celebration of the Harry Potter series, a tribute that manages to be both lovingly reverential and uproariously irreverent at the same time. Don’t miss the chance to experience this magical spectacle.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Haven't laughed so hard in years

    by Doug on 1/3/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    This two (plus over a hundred) man show was funny and witty. It was well paced and entertaining. My wife and I left the theater with sore cheeks from smiling and laughing nonstop.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Fun for kids

    by Harrypotterfan on 1/2/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    Our kids are 8, 10, and 12, and found this hilarious. The performers do their best to make it entertaining for the adults as well— to moderate success. I think the tickets are overpriced and I would definitely not pay that much to see it again. I do think it would be a fun experience for kids who are in the 10-13 age group, maybe to go by themselves and enjoy!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Entertaining, fun for all ages!! Highly recommend

    by CDT79 on 1/2/24Palace of Fine Arts - San Francisco

    This show had my daughter laughing, clapping, participating the entire time! So fun, and a great intro to Improv Theatre for kids. If you love Harry Potter as much as we do, this is a great show!!