10 Reasons To Stop Hating On J.K. Rowling
6. The Cursed Child Is Meant To Be Seen Not Read
Due to the limited number of tickets, Rowling agreed to release the playscript of The Cursed Child. Yet without the visuals of the theatre production, the bizarre plot elements stand out in sharp relief, leading to a disappointing read.
Consequently, The Cursed Child was subjected to a high level of criticism by fans upon its release. However, the reviews of the play itself were remarkably positive, with almost all major publications across the United Kingdom giving it a perfect score.
In essence, the explanation for these mixed responses is that The Cursed Child is meant to be seen as a play. The visual tricks and effects utilised during the theatrical performance are second to none. They offer an experience that is entirely unique, which more that makes up for the unusual plot.
It’s also worth bearing in mind that Rowling wrote the script with Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, so it would be wrong to blame her entirely for the disappointing story.