John Tiffany

John Tiffany is an acclaimed English Theatre director renowned for his significant role in expanding the Wizarding World franchise. He is the director of the original stage production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and one of the three co-creators of the play's story, alongside J.K. Rowling and Jack Thorne. His involvement was crucial in translating the world of Harry Potter to a live theatrical medium.

John Tiffany's primary contribution to the Harry Potter universe is his work on the two-part stage play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

• Story Co-Creator: Tiffany collaborated directly with J.K. Rowling and playwright Jack Thorne to conceive the original new story that serves as the basis for the play. The story follows an adult Harry Potter and his youngest son, Albus Severus Potter. While Thorne wrote the final script, the story is officially credited to all three collaborators. (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Special Rehearsal Edition Script)
• Director: As the director of the original London West End and subsequent Broadway productions, Tiffany was responsible for the overall artistic vision and execution of the show. His direction was widely praised for its imaginative use of stagecraft, choreography, and practical illusions to portray magic on stage, creating effects like Polyjuice Potion transformations, dueling, and the manipulation of time. (Critical reviews)
• Accolades: Tiffany's work on the play earned him significant critical acclaim and numerous awards. For his direction, he won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Director in 2017 and the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Play in 2018, among other accolades. (Official award records)