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The British Library’s Harry Potter Exhibit is Crossing the Pond

Sep 09, 2017

Posted by: Amanda Kirk

Celebration of Harry Potter, Education, Events, Fun, News

As TLC reported previously, the British Library is commemorating the 20th anniversary of the publication of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone with a special exhibit called Harry Potter: A History of Magic.  The exhibit opens on the 20th of October and runs through the end of February 2018. But what about fans who can’t …read more!

Oscar Buzz is Brewing Over Gary Oldman’s Churchill in ‘Darkest Hour!’

Sep 08, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Events, Fans, Film Awards, Films, HP Cast, Movie Reviews, Movies, News, Oldman, Review

Gary Oldman takes his upcoming historic drama Darkest Hour to a heady string of festivals this season. He accompanies a host of other Harry Potter alums making waves in the industry this year, but he may prove to be the festival darling this time around, with a standout performance as Winston Churchill that is already generating steady …read more!

‘Harry Potter’ Actors Charm at Film Festivals Worldwide

Sep 08, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Bradley, Branagh, Events, Fans, Film Awards, Films, Gleeson, Grint, Harry Potter Round-Up, Henderson, HP Cast, Isaacs, Movie Reviews, Movies, News, Release Parties, Round-Up, Smith, Thompson, Trailers, Walters, Waterston

Harry Potter series alums have been remarkably busy over the last year, putting out an enviable body of work that could easily fill the docket of one film festival alone. However, this awards season will see this list of intriguing, dramatic, hilarious, and mysterious films featured at a variety of prominent festivals, drawing both accolades …read more!

Harry’s Hogwarts Letter Up for Auction

Sep 07, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Columbus, Events, Fans, Griffiths, Grint, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Misc, Movies, News, Props-Sets, Radcliffe, Warner Bros.

Are you a Harry Potter aficionado interested in owning a prop from one of the films? London-based Prop Store, one of the world’s largest collectors of movie memorabilia, is hosting a live auction on September 26th, from 12:00pm at the London ODEON BFI IMAX. Along with over 600 original props and costumes from 200 films …read more!

Winter Celebrations at the Wizarding World in Japan

Sep 06, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Events, News, Theme Park, Universal Studios Japan, Warner Bros.

Hogwarts is set to light up the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Studios Japan this Christmas, as an all-new state-of-the-art projection mapping show is introduced this holiday season: The large-scale show – “Hogwarts Magical Nights – Winter Magic” – will transform Hogwarts castle with snow-capped spires and warm holiday lights emanating from inside. The show …read more!

Robes and Wands Ready for Halloween at Hogwarts

Sep 06, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Events, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, News, Studio Tour, Warner Bros.

Warner Bros Studio Tour London has announced the spooky details for a Halloween bash that sounds like every Harry Potter fan’s dream, or nightmare, on this particular occasion. Imagine entering the Great Hall, with tables stretched end to end, set with a spellbinding feast, and dozens of pumpkins floating overhead, exactly how you’ve seen them …read more!

The Magical 19: Jack Thorne Productions, Theater Outreach, and Musicals!

Sep 05, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

19 Years Later, Branagh, Broadway, Charity, Coltrane, Events, Henderson, HP Cast, J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, News, Round-Up, Smith, Smith Interviews, Television Programmes, Theater, Theater Round-Up, Walters, West End

Potter fans the world over have been celebrating Harry’s story “19 Years Later” throughout the last week. From LeakyCon to Cursed Child videos and meet-ups, the epilogue to J.K. Rowling’s magical series, now a veritable classic, has been fondly commemorated. Since the development of the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child stage production, fans have been …read more!

Pottermore Unveils ‘Harry Potter: A History of Magic’ Exhibition First Look!

Sep 05, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Bloomsbury, Books, Companion Books, Cover Art, Events, Exclusives, Fan Events, Fans, Jim Kay, News, Posters, Pottermore

The Harry Potter: A History of Magic exhibition does not open at the British Library until Oct. 20. But, in anticipation of the event, hints have been released along the way to tease eager fans–from the official poster featuring the work of illustrator Jim Kay to descriptions and cover art of the two incredible companion books. …read more!

LeakyCon Day 3: Evanna Lynch Q&A, Dan Fogler on ‘Fantastic Beasts’, Starkid & More!

Sep 02, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

19 Years Later, Events, Exclusives, Fan Events, Fandom, Fans, Fogler, HP Cast, J.K. Rowling, Leaky, LeakyCon, Lumos, Lynch, Lynch Interviews, MinaLima, News

The final day of LeakyCon is almost upon us, but we’re not going down without some more amazing panels and performances! Day 2 was another day of celebrating the beauty, power and magic of the Harry Potter fandom, including panels with special guests, an amazing performance from Starkid and much more! Leaky started the day with an exclusive …read more!

LeakyCon Day 2: Dumbledore’s Army Reunites, PotterCast DHP2 Live Commentary & More!

Sep 01, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

19 Years Later, Actor Interviews, Enoch, Enoch Interviews, Events, Fan Events, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts Movie, J.K. Rowling, Leung, Leung Interviews, Lynch, Lynch Interviews, News, Pottermore

September 1st kicked off at LeakyCon with a buzz, as guests queued up to visit the MarketPlace, featuring some marvellous wizarding vendors, Quidditch and The House of MinaLima. Throughout the day a huge array of panels and events took place, including a Dumbledore’s Army reunion with some of the Harry Potter cast, live PotterCast panels (and their …read more!



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