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Warwick Davis Attends Two Theme Park Events For His Popular Films

Jan 27, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Actor Interviews, Celebration of Harry Potter, Davis, Davis Interviews, Events, Exclusives, Films, Fun, HP Cast, Interviews, Media, Movies, News, Pottermore, Theme Park, Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hollywood

Warwick Davis, who plays Professor Flitwick and Griphook in the Harry Potter films, has been a world traveler this week attending two big amusement park events in Paris and Orlando to show support for both the Harry Potter and Star Wars franchises. Davis visited Disneyland Paris for the opening of Season of the Force, a Star Wars tribute event. Other …read more!

UPDATE: Tom Felton Joins A Celebration of Harry Potter

Jan 20, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Celebration of Harry Potter, Davis, Events, Felton, Isaacs, Lewis, News, Theme Park

Universal Orlando Resort is presenting its 4th Annual A Celebration of Harry Potter, January 27-29, 2017. As reported by Leaky here, appearances at the event by Warwick Davis and Matthew Lewis, Potter’s own Professor Flitwick and Neville Longbottom, respectively, were announced late last year. According to the Universal Orlando Twitter account, Jason Issacs, known to fans …read more!

Take a Tour of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hollywood

Jan 17, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

News, Pottermore, Theme Park, Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hollywood

An exclusive video of an inside look at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood was just released by Pottermore. Alan Gilmore, Supervising Art Director for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Art Director for the Harry Potter films, gives fans a private tour around the park. Included is also a …read more!

Matthew Lewis Talks ‘Potter’ in New Interview

Jan 17, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Actor Interviews, Fan Events, HP Cast, Interviews, Lewis, Lewis Interviews, News, Theme Park

In preparation for his attendance at A Celebration of Harry Potter, Universal Orlando Close Up (the official blog of Universal Orlando Resort) have interviewed Harry Potter‘s Neville Longbottom, Matthew Lewis, on his memories from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and his experience on the Potter movies.   He commented on how The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at …read more!

Orlando Informer to Host Event at Wizarding World

Jan 08, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Events, Exclusives, Fandom, Fans, Fun, News, Potter News, Theme Park

Orlando Informer is hosting an exclusive ticketed event at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Orlando on Friday, March 10th. The after-hours event is open only to those who purchase tickets and promises little to no lines or crowds, access to most of the main attractions, and unlimited Butterbeer and ice cream. Both the Universal Studios and Islands …read more!

Universal Studios Hollywood Closes Gates for First Time in History

Jan 05, 2017

Posted by: Sophia Cotraccia

News, Theme Park

Barely a week into 2017, Universal Studios Hollywood beat its attendance record and has been forced to close its doors twice after reaching capacity. According to Inside Universal, 44,858 guests visited the park on January 1st, and the park was forced to hold all those still wishing to enter in the security checkpoint area. The traffic continued through Monday, …read more!

Nighttime Show at Universal’s Wizarding World Set for Summer 2017!

Jan 02, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

News, Rumor, Theme Park

2017 will see the introduction of a new nighttime show at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Orlando, according to the Orlando Informer! Rumours were spread around Christmas of the show by Screamscape, and the Orlando Informer just recently confirmed that they have received word that the show is definitely in development by Universal. So …read more!

2016: A Magical Year for ‘Potter’ Fans

Dec 31, 2016

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Broadway, Fan Events, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, J.K. Rowling, JKRowling.com, Media, Movies, News, Potter News, Pottermore, Release Parties, Rickman, Theme Park, Warner Bros.

For the entire Harry Potter fandom, which refuses to ever lose hope and fizzle out, 2016 has been an incredibly fulfilling year. When Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part Two opened in theaters five and a half years ago, it was a bittersweet moment for all of us. To see a series most of us grew up with, whose …read more!

Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey Removes 3D Effects

Dec 04, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

News, Theme Park

The original 2D animation used in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando will be used in the California park after multiple incidents involving the new 3D effects on the ride making riders motion sick. The 3D conversion was also criticised for taking away from the animation, due to riders having to wear 3D glasses. When …read more!

Orlando Shooting Survivor and ‘Wizarding World’ Employee Shares His Story on ‘Ellen’

Sep 09, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

News, Theme Park

Almost three months ago, 49 people – including Wizarding World of Harry Potter employee Luis Vielma – were killed in a brutal mass-shooting at Pulse nightclub in Orlando. Tony Marrero joined Luis Vielma at the club that night, was a fellow Wizarding World employee and was one of the 53 injured as a result of the attack. …read more!



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