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Get Ready to Wrock at LeakyCon 2019 Dallas and Boston!

May 21, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

BigNews, Conventions, Events, Fan Events, Fandom, Fans, Fun, Harry and the Potters, HP Cast, J.K. Rowling, LeakyCon, Movies, Music, News, Rankin, Wizard Rock

Fans attending the 10th Anniversary LeakyCon events in Dallas, Boston or both will be able to wrock out to a magical concert featuring some of the top names in the wizarding music genre. Mischief Management announced that the unofficial Harry Potter fan convention will host Harry and the Potters, Draco and the Malfoys, Tonks and the …read more!

New Harry Potter Merch From Aldi’s and Funko!

May 18, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Fandom, Fans, Films, Fun, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, J.K. Rowling, News, Products

Choices for the avid Harry Potter collector are at an all-time high with magical new merch coming soon from multiple outlets. Yesterday, Leaky reported on Hallmark’s expansion of its exclusive Harry Potter collectibles series, available in Hallmark Gold Stores and online now. The Harry Potter Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments line will also feature new Potter-themed holiday …read more!

Hallmark Unveils Magical New Harry Potter Collectibles!

May 17, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Fandom, Fans, Holidays, News, Products

Hallmark unveiled a new selection of exclusive Harry Potter collectibles Wednesday, available in Hallmark Gold Stores and online. The collection includes Harry Potter Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments, debuting in July, as well as home decor, ceramics, plush, apparel and greeting cards for purchase now! Items such as oversized mugs feature designs and quotes recalling your favorite Harry …read more!

Theater Round-Up: Daniel Radcliffe Wins Audience Choice Award, ‘Cursed Child’ Actors on Current Projects and More!

May 16, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Anthony Boyle, Broadway, Casting, Events, Fandom, Fans, Films, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Honors/Awards, HP Cast, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, Movies, News, Radcliffe, Round-Up, Television Programmes, Tena, Theater, Theater Round-Up, West End

After a slow-starting spring in the world of theater news, things are picking up again as Daniel Radcliffe receives an Audience Choice Award and Jack Thorne’s King Kong brings home three wins at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Awards are always exciting for fans who follow theater, but there’s much more! Cursed Child alum Anthony …read more!

EXCLUSIVE Statement On Warner Bros. and Pottermore’s Next Steps to Create Wizarding World Digital

May 14, 2019

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Exclusives, Fandom, Fans, J.K. Rowling, Media, News, Opinion, Potter News, Pottermore, Products, Warner Bros.

Fans are now aware of the newly formed joint venture between Pottermore and Warner Bros., aiming to ‘widen and deepen’ the scope of what Pottermore can do to improve digital experiences for Wizarding World fans, which includes transitioning over to a new platform — WizardingWorld.com. We’re also no stranger to the recent uproar following the apparent ‘leak’ …read more!

More ‘Prisoner of Azkaban,’ ‘Goblet of Fire’ and Holiday Themed LEGO Sets Due This Summer!

May 11, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Fandom, Fans, Films, Fun, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Movies, News, Products

As April turned to May, Leaky reported the exciting news that LEGO planned to release three new Harry Potter-themed LEGO sets this summer. We covered all the details on the Hogwarts Clock Tower, Hagrid’s Hut–Buckbeak’s Rescue and Expecto Patronum sets. Now the Brother’s Brick has announced that these sets will be available June 1, along …read more!

Warner Bros. Three-Year Gap: ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Fan Three-ories!

May 11, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Fun, News

Previously, we assessed the implications of an almost three-year wait for the next Fantastic Beasts movie, looking at what might be in store for wizarding world fans in the realms of theater, gaming, theme parks and beyond. Today we’re diving into some of the debates which are sure to keep us going in the meantime! Leaky has …read more!

Warner Bros. Three-Year Gap: ‘Fantastic Beasts’ and the Fandom

May 09, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Alfonso Cuaron, Celebration of Harry Potter, Conventions, Directors, Events, Fan Events, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Fun, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Harry Potter:The Exhbition, J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, John Tiffany, Movies, News, Opinion, Radcliffe, Rumor, Tech, Television Programmes, Theme Park, Warner Bros., Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hollywood, WIzarding World of Harry Potter Orlando, Yates

Warner Bros. finally announced the official release date for the yet-to-be named third installment in the Fantastic Beasts series last month, and fans and fan sites alike were initially stunned by the announcement of the November 2021 date. By the time we meet Newt Scamander and Albus Dumbledore again, three years will have passed since …read more!

Head to the English Moors for a Stay in Hagrid’s Hut!

Apr 29, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

BigNews, Books, Fandom, Fans, Films, Fun, Misc, Movies, News

Are you looking for a magical getaway? Look no further! Book-lover Carol Cavendish has added to her North Shire accommodations, expanding from Lord of the Rings-inspired attractions to a Harry Potter-themed cottage set near Saltburn on the edge of the North York Moors. The opening comes just ahead of May 2, known as International Harry Potter …read more!

New LEGO Harry Potter Sets Coming in Summer 2019!

Apr 29, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Fandom, Fans, Films, Fun, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, J.K. Rowling, Misc, Movies, News, Products

The wizarding world continues to expand–from the ongoing Fantastic Beasts film series to Universal Orlando’s upcoming Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure attraction, the global reach of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and the ever-growing volume of magical merch, there is more than enough to keep the franchise fresh and exciting for years to come, …read more!



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