Harry Potter News

Rumor Revisited: Disney and a Harry Potter Theme Park

Oct 16, 2006

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There is a new story online which drags up the long rumored report of a possible Harry Potter theme park and Disney. JimHillmedia.com is reporting today that author J.K. Rowling has signed a letter of intent to discuss the possibility of Harry Potter and a Disney theme park venture. Quotage: And after months of negotiations, …read more!

Terry Gilliam: First Two Potter Films “Missed the Magic of it”

Oct 16, 2006

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Director Terry Gilliam has given two new interviews where he discusses the Harry Potter films and his possible involvement in film six. Shooting down previous rumors that he might direct Half-Blood Prince, Mr. Gilliam says he will not be directing either of the last two films because WB “blew it.” In the first interview with …read more!

PotterCast 59 Ready for Download

Oct 16, 2006

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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Our newly featured-by-Apple Harry Potter podcast for this week is live, and it’s full of theory, awesome announcements, and listener challenges. To listen, just hit the “Play” button on the right side of the page (—>), or use iTunes, or direct download.) More notes: -PotterCast has been chosen to be featured by Apple wherever iPod …read more!

TLC’s Crafty Costume Accessories Contest

Oct 15, 2006

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C’mon and get crafty everyone! Just as Halloween is right around the corner and we are starting to think about our costumes, Leaky is happy to announce our newest event in the Cauldron: The Costume Accessories Contest. If you are planning on dressing up for the holiday Potter style, or even preparing for all the …read more!

“Extras” Airdate on HBO Set for January, 2007

Oct 14, 2006

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The “Extras” episode featuring guest-star Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) is set to air here in the States early next year. Both DanRadcliffe.co.uk and DanRadcliffe.com are reporting that the new season of the Ricky Gervais comedy program will begin airing Sunday nights on cable station HBO at 10pm (EST) starting January 14. Thanks Page and Allo!

Grawp to be Live Actor Animated Character in OotP

Oct 14, 2006

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The New York Times has a new feature online about the use of new computer technology to create characters in motion pictures, and mentions the upcomng Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix film. In this article about a company called Image Metrics, they mention the use of their computer skills to “allow live …read more!

Leaky Lounge Rocks This Halloween

Oct 14, 2006

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Our Leaky Lounge is set for some rockin’ fun this Halloween, as some early tricks or treats are now hidden in our forum. Running today through Halloween, you can find some randomly hidden tricks or treats in the discussion threads of our forum, with new surprises appearing several times during the day. As an extra …read more!

Equus Update: Rehearsals Scheduled; Staging News; Director Interview

Oct 13, 2006

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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We have told you that Daniel Radcliffe will be starring with Richard Griffiths in a new West End production of “Equus” next year. The Daily Mail is now reporting that rehearsals for the play will begin on January 3, 2007 and will have a 16 week run “at the Gielgud Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue, with …read more!

PotterCast Reminders: Submit your Canon Conundrums Feedback and Questions for the Official Video Games Producers

Oct 12, 2006

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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The next PotterCast will be back to its normal tricks, with tons of theory discussion, interviews and more, but since it’s been two weeks since we said it, here’s a reminder: Call in your answer to the Canon Conundrums question of the week, “How did anyone find baby Harry after his parents were killed if …read more!

Rupert Grint Talks Thestrals and More about OotP

Oct 12, 2006

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Actor Rupert Grint has given a new interview while in New York for the premiere of his film “Driving Lessons” where he discusses a few of the scenes in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. He says they will wrap up filming in November, and will start filming Harry Potter and …read more!



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