Excitement continues to grow for fans in regards to the upcoming stage play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, but the most the latest news surrounding the casting choice of a particular character has rubbed some people the wrong way. A black actress portraying Hermione Granger generated both Twitter backlash and praise, but it was author J.K. Rowling's response that really surprised fans.

So what will the infamous trio look like 19 years after defeating Lord Voldemort? The adult versions of the characters will be played by 36-year-old Jamie Parker (Harry Potter), Paul Thornley (Ron Weasley), and 45-year-old Noma Dumezweni (Hermione Granger).

Dumezweni, who was born in Swaziland to South African parents, instantly became the topic of conversation as some fans wondered why she was chosen for the role. Their interest didn't reside behind whether she was a talented actress or if she was even familiar with the popular book series, but instead the main issue fans were most angry about was her skin color.

Dumeweni has had a pretty notable career in the field. The English actress won an Olivier Award for "Best Performance in a Supporting Role," portraying Ruth Younger in A Raisin in the Sun. Dumezweni also began generating critical acclaim when she filled in for Kim Cattrall in the leading role of Linda, a play by the same name, about a woman hitting it big in her career at the age of 55.

The author however did not share the same racist sentiments. Rowling couldn't be happier with the actors chosen to play the characters she created, according to Pottermore.com. She also added how anxious she was to see the play come to life on stage next Summer.

"Canon: brown eyes, frizzy hair and very clever," the 50-year-old novelist and screenwriter tweeted. "White skin was never specified. Rowling loves black Hermione." Despite the outcry of confusion and anger, fans can look forward to seeing some of their favorite wizards as parents and spouses. Harry Potter is described as a hardworking Ministry of Magic employee, who also happens to be a husband and father of three young children. Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley are expected to be married in the play.

"While Harry grapples with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs, his youngest son Albus must struggle with the weight of a family legacy he never wanted," reads the play's synopsis, according to People. "As past and present fuse ominously, both father and son learn the uncomfortable truth: sometimes, darkness comes from unexpected places."

Previews for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child are scheduled to begin on June 2, 2016 at the Palace Theatre in London. Four exclusive preview performances are also expected to take place at the end of May 2016. The show has already sold a quarter of a million tickets.

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