Harry Potter News

House-themed “Order of the Phoenix” edition available for pre-order

Mar 18, 2020

Posted by: Amanda Kirk

Bloomsbury, Books, Books - Release Dates, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, News, Publishers

Bloomsbury has been slowly rolling out house-themed editions of each book in the series and the next release is going to be Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix on Jun 11, 2020. It’s available for pre-order for £14.39 for residents of the UK and ROI.  It is not available elsewhere. Bloomebury is offering …read more!

‘Fantastic Beasts 3’ Filming Postponed & More Wizarding World Closures Due To Coronavirus

Mar 17, 2020

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Broadway, Fantastic Beasts Movie, News, Studio Tour, Theater, West End

More wizarding world closures and delays have been announced as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, meaning fans are going to rely on online communities more than ever before. Fantastic Beasts 3 filming / principal photography was due to begin yesterday, Monday 16th March, but Deadline, a reliable source of film and entertainment news, has reported that production has …read more!

Weekly Round-Up: Coronavirus Pauses Premieres & Productions, New Doctor Who Audio Series With David Tennant, & More!

Mar 15, 2020

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Audio, Davis, Fantastic Beasts Round-Up, Film Images, Films, Gleeson, Harry Potter Round-Up, Heyman, Law, Miller, Movies, News, Producers, Radcliffe, Round-Up, Television Programmes, Tennant, Trailers, Walters, Waterston

The coronavirus wreaked more havoc on the Wizarding World this week than a Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom full of Cornish Pixies. We shared the news that Broadway would be going dark until April 12 including the New York production of Cursed Child as would its San Francisco counterpart. We also confirmed that Universal Orlando and Universal Hollywood would …read more!

MinaLima Announce Los Angeles Studio & Ruth E. Carter Costume Design Exhibition

Mar 14, 2020

Posted by: Emma Pocock

MinaLima, News

Look out, Los Angeles! Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts graphic design masterminds, MinaLima, have announced a U.S. partner studio: MinaLima Los Angeles – specialists in experiential exhibition design. Their launch project? A touring exhibition by Oscar-winning Costume Designer, Ruth E. Carter, designed by MinaLima Los Angeles. The exhibition will celebrate the groundbreaking achievements of Carter, from her early work, to her …read more!

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London Closing Due To Coronavirus

Mar 14, 2020

Posted by: Emma Pocock

News, Studio Tour

Warner Bros. Studio Tour – London has made the call to close down to support efforts to prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Effective from March 16th at 8pm, guests with tickets up until April 3rd are able to receive a refund, and the tour continues to monitor the situation. Warner Bros. Studio Tour – …read more!

One-of-a-kind miniature Harry Potter book handwritten by J.K. Rowling up for auction

Mar 14, 2020

Posted by: Amanda Kirk

Books, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, J.K. Rowling

We’re all distracted by COVID-19, but we introvert scribes at Leaky will continue to bring you all the Harry Potter news—separately, from our own homes, with our own cats on our knees, using the magic of the Internet. We may have fewer events to send our bold and  intrepid reporters to, but we’ll keep you …read more!

Theater Round-Up: Broadway & San Francisco Suspend Shows, ‘Cursed Child’ Toronto Announces Cast & More

Mar 13, 2020

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Anthony Boyle, BigNews, Broadway, Casting, Fandom, Fans, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Honors/Awards, HP Cast, Interviews, Jack Thorne, Lynch, Neil Austin, News, Producers, Round-Up, Sonia Friedman, Television Programmes, Theater, Theater Round-Up, West End

This week’s theater round-up covers a broad range of news, including recent updates on the theater industry’s response to the spread of the coronavirus. The reaction has been decisive and, though undoubtedly disappointing to theatergoers, there’s much to celebrate and look forward to. The Canadian production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child announced their …read more!

The Harry Potter Alliance Launches Spring Fundraiser

Mar 13, 2020

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Charity, Fandom, Fans, News

 The Harry Potter Alliance have officially launched their spring fundraiser! They’re hoping to reach their target of $20K in order to power the next five weeks of Granger 2020, and continue to support HPA chapters and Wizard Activist School. We got the low-down on the Granger 2020 campaign in an interview with The Harry Potter Alliance’s director, Katie Bowers, and learnt more …read more!

Universal Orlando Resort to Temporarily Close Theme Parks

Mar 13, 2020

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

BigNews, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts Movie, News, Theme Park, Warner Bros., WIzarding World of Harry Potter Orlando

Universal Orlando Resorts announced it will temporarily close its theme parks after close of business this Sunday, March 15. The move comes after organizations around the United States began taking a proactive approach to minimize the spread of the coronavirus by suspending events and closing public facilities. Colleges and schools around the country are extending …read more!

Join Mischief Media’s Patreon & Be a Part of The Leaky Cauldron’s New Community!

Mar 12, 2020

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Fandom, Fans, Fun, News

Mischief Media – home to The Leaky Cauldron and many more nerdy, thought-provoking, inclusive and community-focused projects – is brought to you by Mischief Management, the team behind LeakyCon, BroadwayCon, Con of Thrones and other leading conventions celebrating fans. Support Mischief Media via Patreon, and access perks, such as a new Discord server for you to connect …read more!



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