JK Rowling Announces 'Untold' Harry Potter Play

London: British author JK Rowling, whose Harry Potter novels became global bestsellers, said that an "untold part" of the story about the fresh-faced wizard will be staged as a play in London.

She confirmed the news 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.

— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) June 26, 2015

It will tell a new story, which is the result of a collaboration between writer Jack Thorne, director John Tiffany and myself. #CursedChild

— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) June 26, 2015

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

— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) June 26, 2015

However, I can say that it is not a prequel! #CursedChild

— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) June 26, 2015

The author pointed out that June 26 is also the 18th anniversary of the publication of her first book Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in Britain.

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!

— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) June 26, 2015

The Daily Mail said the play would tell a story about Harry's parents, Lily Evans and James Potter, before they were killed by Lord Voldemort.

The seventh and final novel in the Harry Potter saga was published in 2007, although she has since published some stories featuring Harry Potter.

Harry Potter is one of the world's biggest literary success stories, with more than 450 million copies sold worldwide.

The film versions of the books were also record-breaking, taking in more than $7.0 billion (6.3 billion euros) at the box office.