Yahoo News Harry Potter and the Cursed Child star James Snyder fired over misconduct allegations
An actor in the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has been fired from the stage show following misconduct allegations.
Harry Potter actor James Snyder had his contract terminated on Sunday (January 23) after the conclusion of an investigation following a complaint was made by actress Diane Davis – who plays the role of Potter's wife Ginny in the show.
The complaint was made in November, though further details of the allegations have not been made public. Davis also took "the personal decision" to take a leave of absence in November.
"Immediately upon receiving this complaint the producers commissioned an independent investigation by a third party, and Mr Snyder was suspended pending the investigation's completion," the producers said in a statement (via Sky News).
"At the conclusion of the investigation, the producers decided Mr Snyder should not return to the production and terminated his contract.
"We are committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace, which is why we have robust workplace policies and procedures in place for all those involved in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
"This includes strict prohibitions against harassment in any form, as well as channels through which any employee can report conduct that they believe is inappropriate.
"We will continue to do all we can to ensure the extremely talented team that brings this production to life feels safe, empowered, and fully supported."
They added of the complainant: "Out of respect for her privacy – and to maintain the integrity of the investigation – we will make no further comment regarding the matter."
Snyder has not publicly commented on the investigation or its outcome.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child acts as a sequel to the original series, and is set 19 years after the events of the final book, The Deathly Hallows. The show first premiered in London in 2016 before transferring to Broadway in 2018.
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