
Oct 23, 2017
On Friday, J.K. Rowling tweeted the results of a Buzzfeed quiz titled, “Answer These Questions And We’ll Give You A Badass Fictional Woman To Be Your Mom.” In one tweet she managed to confirm all our suspicions–she really does have a bit of magic up her sleeve–and endear herself to fans the world over. First …read more!

Oct 23, 2017
Cursed Child actors and associated talent are popping up all over the world–from London to Broadway to Malawi!–taking the stage, screen, and other events by storm. Tickets for the Cursed Child Broadway production disappeared within hours, while the actors appeared elsewhere. Jamie Parker attended a magical exhibition opening (you know the one), Noma Dumezweni and …read more!

Oct 20, 2017
The past week has seen the opening of The British Library’s A History of Magic exhibition, nominations for The Cuckoo’s Calling at The National Television Awards, the Yule Ball was announced for Warner Bros Studio Tour London’s annual ‘Hogwarts in the Snow’ event, Cursed Child Broadway tickets went on sale, we explored superstition in the wizarding world, and …read more!

Oct 19, 2017
In Forbes‘s latest interview with Daniel Radcliffe, he discussed his new film Jungle, and what’s gone on behind the scenes. The film follows the Israeli tourist Yossi Ghinsberg who traveled to Bolivias jungles and found himself completely stranded. Simon Thompson sat down with Daniel, to discuss life after Potter, films, and everything in between. Simon asked him …read more!

Oct 19, 2017
We at Leaky love celebrating our favorite Harry Potter characters and the actors who portray them, and birthdays are the perfect occasion to do so. The anniversary of Michael Gambon’s birth is no exception! Gambon assumed the role of Albus Dumbledore after the passing of Richard Harris, and the casting was not without controversy as …read more!

Oct 17, 2017
The popular “Hogwarts in the Snow” exhibit returns to the WB Studio Tour London this holiday season. Sets from the Harry Potter films will be transfigured into a magical winter wonderland from Nov. 18 to Jan. 28–with one new twist! For the first time, the Great Hall stage will be prepped for the Yule Ball …read more!

Oct 16, 2017
This week in theater news Harry Potter and the Cursed Child NYC makes the cut for Tony Awards consideration while the London production continues to charm. Cursed Child alums Noma Dumezweni and Jamie Glover have both been asked to lend their voices to book readings–one for publishing and one for a charity event. Finally, not …read more!

Oct 15, 2017
Last month, Dan Fogler took part in a Q&A panel at LeakyCon 2017 in Dublin to talk about Fantastic Beasts, and certainly did not disappoint! Between telling us that he’ll be rocking his moustache for the next few years (‘I’ve become a real moustache connoisseur’) and inviting Q&A host Josh Wittge to do a podcast with him, Dan …read more!

Oct 13, 2017
This week has been a busy one in the world of Potter and Fantastic Beasts! We’ve reported on announcements of an illustrated edition of Tales of Beedle the Bard, special guests at Universal Orlando’s A Celebration of Harry Potter, various products being lined up for production by Warner Bros, including Harry Potter soundtrack vinyls and plush toys – and a new line of …read more!

Oct 12, 2017
This is a magical time for the Harry Potter fandom–exciting announcements are being released almost daily as Warner Bros. partners with talented and innovative collaborators to bring new Potter-themed products to our muggle shelves! Most recently, Harry Potter Books from Bloomsbury declared its intention to illustrate the companion book The Tales of Beedle the Bard, …read more!