Harry Potter News

“Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” Will be Shot at Leavesden Studios

Jul 03, 2014

Posted by: Mel

News

Though we know that the first film will open in New York, the “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” trilogy will be shot at Leavesden Studios in the UK, where all of the “Harry Potter” films were made: J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter spinoff “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” is to shoot at …read more!

Pottermore Updated with Ludo Bagman’s Take on the Quidditch World Cup

Jul 02, 2014

Posted by: Mel

News

Ludo Bagman is apparently still up to his old gambling ways, as Pottermore has been updated with new writing from J. K. Rowling concerning Bagman’s take on the betting odds of the current Quidditch World Cup. You can see a quick breakdown of his opinion on the four remaining teams (Brazil, USA, Japan, and Bulgaria) …read more!

J.K. Rowling to Receive Writing Award Today

Jun 23, 2014

Posted by: Catherine

News

Today, June 23, J.K. Rowling will be honored with the International Writers Award for her outstanding contribution to children’s literature. Ms. Rowling will receive this prestigious award in the presence of the Chief Justice, judges, ministers, editors, and diplomats at the International Conference of Jurists and Writers in London. Please join us in congratulating Ms. Rowling …read more!

Dan Radcliffe to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Jun 20, 2014

Posted by: Mel

Radcliffe

Dan Radcliffe is among the 30 honorees selected to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2015: œWe know that the new selections represent the best of the entertainment industry and will be a great addition to the Walk of Fame for both the Hollywood community and fans from around the world who visit …read more!

“The Silkworm” Now Available

Jun 19, 2014

Posted by: Catherine

News

The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith, J.K. Rowling’s very very close author friend, is now available in bookstores and on e-readers. The reviews for the second Cormoran Strike mystery have us biting at the bit to get our hands on this book. If you have obtained a copy of the book and/or read it, please leave …read more!

Star-Studded Wizarding World of Harry Potter Red Carpet Event Celebrates Diagon Alley

Jun 18, 2014

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Theme Park

With less than a month until Diagon Alley’s official July 8th opening, Universal Orlando kicked off the celebrations with a bang. Rolling out a red carpet across the London facade and welcoming media from near and far, they set up a livestream consisting of interviews and some very special surprises. The livestream began with a …read more!

Diagon Alley July 8th Opening Plus New Details

Jun 18, 2014

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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It finally happened. After two years of construction, months of guessing at dates, and weeks of false positives, Universal Orlando has finally given us an official opening date. The Today Show aired the announcement this morning, ahead of the red carpet event happening tonight. It’s finally official: Diagon Alley and the Hogwarts Express will open …read more!

Video: Magic Windows in Diagon Alley Expansion

Jun 17, 2014

Posted by: Mel

News

As part of the Diagon Alley expansion, Universal will be selling wands that guests can use to cast spells around the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. When standing in certain areas, using the wands will result in a magical reaction in the Diagon Alley storefronts. Watch Bonnie Wright and James and Oliver Phelps use the …read more!

J.K. Rowling Supports “Better Together” Campaign

Jun 11, 2014

Posted by: Catherine

Uncategorized

J.K. Rowling tweeted (noting that there is a new profile picture on her twitter) this morning that she had posted an explanation, on her website, for why she supported the Better Together Campaign. The Better Together Campaign supports one side of a referendum, occurring on September 18, that will consult the issue of whether or not …read more!

Quidditch World Cup ’14 Quarter Finals: Japan vs. Nigeria

Jun 10, 2014

Posted by: Mel

News

The results for the Japan versus Nigeria quarter finals match are now available to read on Pottermore. Additionally, news on the return of Liechtenstein’s mascot, Hans the augury, was posted last night in the Daily Prophet section of Pottermore.



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