Harry Potter News

Patrick Doyle to Host Screening of “Goblet of Fire” Here in US

Feb 08, 2009

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Acclaimed Scottish film composer Patrick Doyle will be hosting a special screening of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire here in the US at Syracuse University in New York. According to the University, this free event will take place this week on Tuesday, February 10th, and will be followed by a question and answer …read more!

Photos of New Harry Potter Dolls From Tonner

Feb 08, 2009

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Several weeks ago we told you about the new dolls from Tonner, which include a Bellatrix and a Dumbledore figure. These dolls are currently on display at the New York Comic Con, and you can see new photos of them here via Action-figure.com. Thanks to Action-Figure.com!

“Goblet of Fire” Sorting Opens in Lily and Stag Inn

Feb 07, 2009

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The Lily and Stag Inn, hosts of our fun and intimate reading group discussions of the Harry Potter books, has opened up sorting for their upcoming reading of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Located in the Leaky Lounge, our Harry Potter reading group offers its members a unique, family-like environment where small groups …read more!

New “Half-Blood Prince” Preview Special Running at Regal Theaters

Feb 07, 2009

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At select Regal theaters, a preview special is airing, featuring new footage, clips and interviews with the cast of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. According to the report, new are interviews with the Trio of Dan Radcliffe (Harry), Emma Watson (Hermione), and Rupert Grint (Ron) as well as Potter producer David Heyman. Also, some …read more!

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows to Begin Filming in Two Weeks

Feb 06, 2009

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As a follow to the article below, the BBC is now reporting additional information on main filming for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. With the set now reopened following the accident with a stunt person, a spokesman for WB said of the upcoming Harry Potter filming: “We have not begun filming yet and will …read more!

Harry Potter Set at Leavesden Open Again After Stunt Accident

Feb 06, 2009

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The set where the Harry Potter films are made at Leavesden Studios in London, England has now reopened following an investigation into an accident involving a stuntman preparing for work on the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. As we reported previously, this accident took place January 28 when stuntman David Holmes fell while …read more!

Harry Potter Books Nominated at Kids’ Choice Awards

Feb 06, 2009

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It’s Harry vs Edward again as the nominations for the 22nd Annual Kids’ Choice Awards were made this morning. The Harry Potter novels by J.K. Rowling were nominated in the “Favorite Book” category yet again, along with the Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer, Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Diary of a Wimpy Kid Do …read more!

“Hem Hem” – Why we need an Academic Bill of Rights

Feb 06, 2009

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Delores Umbridge is one of the most hated characters in the Harry Potter novels. While this witch dressed all in pink is touted as revolutionizing how defense against the dark arts is taught, we all know that her main goal is to push her own personal beliefs on the students. This character uses her classroom …read more!

“Deathly Hallows” Most Borrowed Book from UK Libraries

Feb 05, 2009

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is the most borrowed book in the UK, according to new figures released from the Public Lending Right Agency. The Bookseller reports that the Seventh Book in author J. K. Rowling’s series has been borrowed a total of 108,775 times from libraries in the UK. Deathly Hallows was also …read more!

Happy Birthday, Arthur Weasley

Feb 05, 2009

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The calendar on Harry Potter author J. K. Rowling’s website has been updated for February 6th to wish Arthur Weasley a Happy Birthday. Cheers to you, Arthur!



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