Archive for May, 2006

Toot! New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

May 31, 2006

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Toot! There is a fresh new Wizard of the Month for June on J.K. Rowling.com 🙂

Michael Gambon in Eh Joe Coming to London

May 30, 2006

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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We told you last month about Michael Gambon’s unusual performance in the title role of Eh Joe in Dublin’s Beckett Centenary Festival. The play is now set to open in a limited run in London’s West End, at the Duke of York’s Theatre. The 30-minute piece – in which Gambon never speaks – will run …read more!

Dan Radcliffe 17th Birthday Fundraisers

May 30, 2006

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Recently, actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) wrote to fans asking that in lieu of gifts for his upcoming 17th birthday, donations be made in support of his favorite charity, Demelza House. As such, both DanRadcliffe.co.uk, and DanRadcliffe.com have now both launched their annual birthday charity fundraisers. “Kaleidoscope for Kids” is the name of DanRadcliffe.co.uk fundraiser; …read more!

New Photos of Dan, Emma, and Rupert from Bravo Awards

May 30, 2006

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Page from DanRadcliffe.co.uk let us know she has some nice new photos of the Trio winning their recent Bravo “Otto” Awards. You can see some good high res photos of Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter), Emma Watson (Hermione), and Rupert Grint (Ron) on the set of Hogwarts, holding these awards via this link. Thanks Page!

PotterCast 41: Wizard Rock, Now Live

May 29, 2006

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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PotterCast 41 is out and it’s a rocking good time: In this show: -Part 1 of the Lumos Limelight – Alex of The Remus Lupins (find him at myspace.com/theremuslupins) – who will open for the LeakyMug in Vegas – joins the show to talk about life as a wizard rocker -The Remus Lupins perform in …read more!

CauldronShop: Hot Topic Clearance, Weasley Clock Watch, Dobby Mini-Bust

May 29, 2006

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With graduations and Father’s Day right around the corner, now is a good time to check out what’s new in our Cauldron Shop, the spot for all your official Harry Potter products. One great item is this fantastic Weasley Grandfather Clock Watch, just like the one seen in the Chamber of Secrets film. Complete with …read more!

Jim Dale Receives Equity Award

May 28, 2006

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Jim Dale has been selected to recieve a Richard Seff Award from The Actors’ Equity Foundation. The award, which is granted annually, recognizes “a female and male character actor, 50 years of age or older, for the best performance in a supporting role in a Broadway or off-Broadway production.” Mr. Dale was honored for his …read more!

Filming Begins in Scotland for Order of the Phoenix

May 28, 2006

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Second unit crews have begun filming in Scotland this week for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. This is North Scotland reports that the crews are now on location filming in Glenfinnan, Glencoe, and Glen Etive. This involves filming for background shots, as well as scenes using doubles for the main leads. “…the …read more!

Bloomsbury Purchases Methuen Drama Ltd.

May 27, 2006

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Bloomsbury, publisher of the Harry Potter series in the U.K. has announced that it purchased Methuen Drama Ltd. on Thursday for £2.35 million ($4.4 million USD). In doing so, Bloomsbury has acquired the publishing rights for the works of such playrights as Oscar Wilde, including “The Importance of Being Earnest;” David Mamet, including “Glengarry Glen …read more!

Dan Radcliffe NOT Attending Queen’s Birthday Party

May 26, 2006

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Previously, it has been reported that actor Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter) would be taking place in a special live show as part of the Queen’s 80th birthday party on June 25. Tonight, both DanRadcliffe.com and DanRadcliffe.co.uk are reporting that they have confirmed with Dan’s reps that he would in fact NOT be attending this party. …read more!



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