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‘Cursed Child’ Producer & Playwright Pre-Olivier Awards Excitement!

Apr 06, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, John Tiffany, News, Sonia Friedman

Sonia Friedman, Jack Thorne, John Tiffany, J.K. Rowling and team have made an absolutely astounding production in Cursed Child, and their achievements have not gone unnoticed. The play is up for a record-breaking 11 Olivier Awards at this Sunday’s ceremony. Producer Sonia  Friedman is the woman who made Cursed Child (and a huge number of other stage productions) happen, …read more!

Catching Up With Gary Oldman

Apr 05, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Honors/Awards, HP Cast, Interviews, Miller, Movies, News, Oldman, Oldman Interviews, Thewlis

Gary Oldman is best known to Harry Potter fans as the enigmatic Sirius Black, godfather of Harry Potter. He’s an interesting, conflicted character–clearly affected by his long stint in Azkaban and itching for the opportunity to openly rejoin the Order of the Phoenix. He operates a bit off the cuff and with an emotionally-frayed edge so that he …read more!

J.K. Rowling Tweets Monday Motivation for Aspiring Authors

Apr 04, 2017

Posted by: Amanda Kirk

Cormoran Strike series/Robert Galbraith, J.K. Rowling, News

Never shy about expressing her personal and political views on Twitter—and occasionally throwing a bone to us fans with a new Harry Potter revelation—J.K. Rowling has been Tweeting prolifically today in response to a Tweet from a writer urging anyone working on a creative endeavour to finish it even if they are not certain of attracting …read more!

British Library ‘A History of Magic’ Exhibition Tickets on Sale TOMORROW!

Apr 02, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Books, Events, J.K. Rowling, News, Pottermore

Tickets to Harry Potter: A History of Magic go on sale tomorrow, which will give access to unseen material from J.K. Rowling’s very own archives to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. The event – previously reported on by Leaky in December – will be held at the British Library and hosted in collaboration …read more!

Emma Watson Round Up!

Apr 01, 2017

Posted by: Ashley Kurtz

Media, Videos, Watson, Watson Interviews

Emma Watson is nearing the end of promotion for Beauty and the Beast, and has managed to continue to contribute to her feminist book club (Our Shared Shelf) whilst on the road – she’s certainly an inspiration! Catch up with her whereabouts below: The other day TeenVogue.com reported on the sustainability of Emma Watson’s costumes in Beauty and the Beast. Emma’s …read more!

Happy Birthday, Fred and George Weasley!

Apr 01, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Character Birthdays, Films, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, J.K. Rowling, Movies, News

It’s no joke, Potter fans, today we celebrate the birthdays of two of Rowling’s most unforgettable characters, our favorite twins, Fred and George Weasley! Rather than take a risk with skiving snackboxes, puking pastilles, or any of the other questionable and possibly explosive treats offered by Weasley’s Wizard Wheezes, we’re opting for a trip down …read more!

‘Fantastic Beasts’: Colin Farrell and Ezra Miller on Graves & Credence

Mar 31, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Actor Interviews, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Farrell, Fiennes, Interviews, Miller, News

Whilst stars of Fantastic Beasts continue in their acting careers awaiting the start of filming  for the next movie, Ezra Miller and Colin Farrell each discussed their roles as Credence Barebone and Percival Graves, respectively, in recent interviews. Ezra has been busy working on Justice League in his role as The Flash (portrayed by Grant Gustin in …read more!

New ‘Cursed Child’ Cast Announced!

Mar 30, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Book Awards, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Honors/Awards, Interviews, John Tiffany, News, Pottermore, Sonia Friedman, West End

The new cast of Cursed Child starting May 24th were introduced today, and they’re excited to get going on the second year of the show! Rehearsals began this week for new cast members joining @HPPlayLDN from 24 May 2017! Find out more: https://t.co/Lchf5o06HH pic.twitter.com/Ueu7oouz96 — Harry Potter Play (@HPPlayLDN) March 30, 2017 (Photography by Manuel Harlan) Sadly …read more!

The Wizarding World Expands!

Mar 30, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Davis, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, HP Cast, J.K. Rowling, Lynch, Movies, News, Phelps, Potter News, Props-Sets, Studio Tour, Theme Park, Warner Bros., Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hollywood

The wizarding world created by JK Rowling is so expansive, and has such a rich backstory, there are endless possibilities for new park and tour experiences for fans, a fact Warner Bros. and Universal Studios seem committed to exploring. Plans are already rolling to bring a new nighttime show to the Universal Studios Orlando and Japan skies using projection …read more!

Best Wishes to Robbie Coltrane on His Birthday

Mar 30, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Actor Birthdays, Actor Interviews, Birthdays, Coltrane, Films, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, News, Television Programmes

Robbie Coltrane, the actor who so brilliantly brought to life Harry Potter’s beloved gamekeeper, Hagrid, celebrates his 67th birthday today. In honor of his special day, let’s take a look at some of his most recent work as well as a look back at how Coltrane so masterfully and memorably embodied Hogwart’s gentle giant. It’s …read more!



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