Harry Potter News

Alan Rickman to Appear in “Seminar” on Broadway

Sep 27, 2011

Posted by: Mel

Rickman

Alan Rickman (Severus Snape) will be appearing in an upcoming play entitled “Seminar” on Broadway starting November 20th: You can see a video of Rickman and the cast here at the source. Severus Snape smiles and laughs, a lot ” at least in this exclusive video of Alan Rickman and the cast of Theresa Rebeck’s …read more!

More Info on Harry Potter: Page to Screen Book

Sep 27, 2011

Posted by: Mel

Movies

Thanks to UniversHarryPotter, we have some additional information on the Harry Potter: Page to Screen book: With 1200 photographs, sketches, and diagrams, the book will provide unbridled access to every aspect of the film-making process. It will tell the stories behind each individual film and cover the design and technology behind all the astounding effects. …read more!

More Info on Harry Potter: Page to Screen Book

Sep 27, 2011

Posted by: Mel

Misc

Thanks to UniversHarryPotter, we have some additional information on the Harry Potter: Page to Screen book: With 1200 photographs, sketches, and diagrams, the book will provide unbridled access to every aspect of the film-making process. It will tell the stories behind each individual film and cover the design and technology behind all the astounding effects. …read more!

Dog That Played Padfoot in “Prisoner of Azkaban” Up For Adoption

Sep 27, 2011

Posted by: Mel

Misc

Berry, the German Shepherd who played Padfoot in “Prisoner of Azkban,” is up for adoption: The ten-year-old mutt, who played the animal version of Gary Oldman’s character Sirius Black and the godfather to Radcliffe’s character Harry can no longer be looked after by his owner, Paul Thompson. Trained stuntman Mr Thompson, said he spends too …read more!

One Million Pottermore Emails Sent Out

Sep 27, 2011

Posted by: John Admin

J.K. Rowling

The Pottermore Insider has updated to announce that all one million Welcome emails for Pottermore beta users have been sent out! The site is expected to be very busy now that all users have been given access, so you may have to wait and try a few times before successfully signing in. To everyone who …read more!

Sweepstakes to Win a Trip to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and to Meet Harry Potter Cast Members

Sep 26, 2011

Posted by: Mel

Contests

WB is currently having a sweepstakes to win a three day vacation for four people to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter on November 11 – 13. As readers will recall, this is when some of the cast of Harry Potter will also be at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. So naturally, part of …read more!

J.K. Rowling Receives Benefactor’s Award from University of Edinburgh

Sep 26, 2011

Posted by: John Admin

J.K. Rowling

In a ceremony held today at the University of Edinburgh, J.K. Rowling was presented with the Benefactor’s award by Princess Anne, chancellor of the university. The Benefactor’s award was given to Ms. Rowling because of her £10 million donation to the university last year to establish a new multiple sclerosis research clinic. The Anne Rowling …read more!

Images: Tom Felton, James Phelps, and Natalia Tena in Fault Magazine

Sep 26, 2011

Posted by: Mel

HP Cast

Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy), James Phelps (Fred Weasley), and Natalia Tena (Tonks) are each appearing in a new photoshoot in the upcoming issue of Fault magazine. You can see the pictures here in our galleries. Many thanks to SnitchSeeker!

One More Chance to see “Deathly Hallows: Part 2” in UK Theaters; 3D Poster Revealed

Sep 26, 2011

Posted by: EdwardTLC

DH Film

WB shared the news this morning that UK Harry Potter fans will have one more oppertunity to see the final installment of the film series, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2,” in theaters before the film comes out on DVD this November. A press release details: As a special celebration of the film …read more!

“When Did You Last See My Mother” Starring Harry Melling Ends 8th October

Sep 25, 2011

Posted by: John Admin

Melling

As we told you earlier this year, Harry Melling (Dudley Dursley) is starring in Christopher Hampton’s first play “When Did You Last See My Mother?” The play — set in 1965 — closes on the 8th of October and Melling has received good reviews as the main character, Ian. Those looking to attend one of …read more!



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