More JKR Reading Ticket Info; Age Requirement for Children
We have some additional important information about the tickets for the upcoming JKR, Stephen King, and John Irving charity reading event in August. If you are considering taking your children to this event, according to the event FAQ, they "must be 8 years of age or older, no exceptions."Continued...
Possible Web Broadcast of JKR Charity Reading
There is a possibility that the upcoming charity reading by authors J.K.Rowling, Stephen King, and John Irving may be broadcast on the web. On Stephen King's official message board today, the question about a possible broadcast on the web for those who could not obtain tickets nor attend the eventContinued...
Deadline for Lumos Art Gallery Approaching
Hey Lumos attendees (have you sent your RSVP for the live podcast to hplive@gmail.com yet?) - if you would like your art showcased at the conference's art gallery, you have until May 15 to submit it. The gallery is for amateurs and pros, and subjects may range from Harry Potter to science fictionContinued...
Lewis Also Unconfirmed for Collectormania 9
In the second such rebuttal today, Matt Lewis's (Neville Longbottom) parents have told TLC that as of right now, he has not been approached to attend Collectormania 9 in Milton Keynes. The organizers of this event announced that Matt, along with Devon Murray, Robert Pattinson and James and OliverContinued...
Murray Not Attending Collectormania
Contrary to a previous report, Devon Murray (Seamus Finnigan) has updated his site to say that he will not be attending Collectormania 9 in Milton Keynes. Thanks John!
Harry Potter Stars to Appear at Collectormania 9
Several stars of the Harry Potter films are slated to appear at Collectomania 9, which will be held from Friday, April 28 to Monday, May 1 at Middleton Hall, Central Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. On the guest list so far are Robert Pattinson (Cedric), James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George),Continued...
HP Fan Trips 2006 to Include Music and More
HP Fan Trips is offering another great chance for fans to travel to the UK this summer and experience firsthand, some of the settings used in the Harry Potter films. These trips, which have been very successful in the past, have added some nice features this year. The Scottish group MacUmba will performContinued...
Sunday Times: Rowling to Read at Queen's Birthday
UPDATE: We've confirmed that the Times's use of the words the "next" Harry Potter book are incorrect. Jo is not yet sure which book she will be reading, but it will NOT BE BOOK SEVEN. She won't read from that until it's finished and published. This was an unfortunate misprint.Continued...
Registration Opens for Phoenix Rising Potter Convention
Registration has now officially opened for Phoenix Rising, the Harry Potter symposium to be held in the city of New Orleans in 2007. The first 100 people who register will also get a special limited edition t-shirt designed by fandom artist Alice Wack. The press release notes:
PhoenixContinued...
Lumos 2006 News: Registration Almost Sold Out
If you have been considering attending Lumos 2006, and have not yet registered, now is the time to do so. The organizers let us know today that their Harry Potter Symposium is rapidly selling out, so if you would like to register, you may do so via this link. This latest gathering of Harry Potter fansContinued...
The Phoenix Rises Over the Big Easy
A brand new Harry Potter Conference has been announced for 2007. Phoenix Rising, an educational and academic gathering, is set to be held in the city of New Orleans May 17-21, 2007. Aiming to further explore the Harry Potter phenomenon, this conference will feature academic programing, with panel discussions,Continued...
Harry Potter Scholars' Conference to be Held in Copenhagen
The Patronus 2006 conference will be held in Copenhagen, Denmark from July 7-9, 2006 at the University of Copenhagen. The conference will be hosted by the independent organization Patronus in cooperation with the Department of English, Germanic and Romance Studies at the UniversityContinued...
Goblet Premiere Pics from NY, London, Japan
We've got a bunch of nice resolution pictures for you from all the recent Goblet premieres and events, including:
- London pics starting on this page
- Another pic of Emma
- New York premiere
- Emma Watson, Katie Leung, Robert Pattinson and Mike Newell at the Japan premiere and more in this album, includingContinued...
NY Premiere Red Carpet Video
Our half of the video from the red carpet at the New York Goblet of Fire video is now available at our Videos Page. In this segment, see interviews with Jamie Waylett, Katie Leung, Tiana Benjamin and Mike Newell.
For the other half, which includes Tolga Safer, David Heyman, Miranda Richardson, Dan Radcliffe, and someContinued...
Jamie Waylett and Matthew Lewis Surprise Fans at IMAX Saturday Night Screening
On Saturday night, Leaky brought attendees of the 9:15 showing of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire at the 68th Street Loews IMAX a special surprise: a visit from Jamie Waylett (Vincent Crabbe) and Matthew Lewis (Neville Longbottom).
The actors wanted to see the filmContinued...