Our favorite red-haired, funny, and loyal friend, Ron Weasley—played by Rupert Grint—is putting on his wizard robes once again! After all these years, Rupert Grint will bring the character of Ron Weasley, who captured millions of hearts, back to life on the Broadway stage. Growing up with Ron: When Rupert Grint auditioned at age 11, he had no idea he would become part of one of the world's biggest movie series. For years, we watched the adventures of three best friends: Harry, Hermione, and Ron. Now, Rupert is in his late 30s and a father himself. Rupert says, 'Ron and I grew up together, and now we are both dads. It's a very special and emotional feeling.' What is 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child'?: 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' is a stage play that takes place 19 years after the original book series ended. In this story, we see Harry, Ron, and Hermione all grown up. We get to explore the adventures of their children at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and see their family bonds. Playing in New York, this show is full of special effects and costumes that make the audience feel like they are really at Hogwarts. Did you know?: Did you know that Rupert Grint played Ron in 8 films from 2001 to 2011? That's even longer than it takes to go from elementary school to high school! Also, Ron Weasley is a favorite character for many fans because of his loyalty and humor. Why is this so important?: It is very rare for an actor to return to their childhood and play the character they grew up with as an adult. It shows us how quickly time passes and how characters change along with us. Also, theater is different from movies; actors perform live in front of an audience every night. This means every show, and every magical moment, is unique. What's happening behind the scenes?: Along with Rupert Grint, Tom Felton, who played the famous Draco Malfoy, is also performing on Broadway. Unfortunately, they won't be on stage at the same time, but it is a huge joy for fans to see these actors from the same story back on stage. A look into the future: Rupert Grint will be meeting his fans on the Broadway stages in New York starting in February. Maybe one day you will have the chance to see this magical play! Who knows, maybe Ron Weasley's return will open the door to brand-new surprises in the Harry Potter world. Remember, in the Harry Potter universe, magic never ends; it just comes back in a different way. So, if you had the chance to go to a magical world, which Hogwarts house would you choose?