Archive for March, 2010

“Deathly Hallows” Filming at Pinewood Studios to Wrap Today

Mar 26, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

DH Film

A quick bit of news has come online this morning via actor Matt Lewis’ (Neville Longbottom) Twitter page. The actor, who is currently filming for the “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” made mention of the film’s last day of filming at Pinewood Studios, saying: “It’s the last Harry Potter shooting day at Pinewood Studios …read more!

Harry Potter LEGO Video Game Year Three Preview Online

Mar 25, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

Video Games

In the latest issue of the official Warner Bros. Harry Potter newsletter, a number of new, fun features; among them, they have released a minute-long trailer for the Year Three segment of the Harry Potter LEGO video game. The trailer is available to view in our Video Galleries.

Emma Thompson Confirms Return as Trelawney in “Deathly Hallows”

Mar 25, 2010

Posted by: John Admin

Thompson Interviews

Earlier this week, we told you about an article in the Tatler in which Cleménce Poésy implied that Emma Thompson (Professor Trelawney) would be in “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.” Thompson has confirmed in an interview with CBBC’s Newsround that she will be reprising the role of the Divination teacher; when asked whether she …read more!

Harry Potter Crafts and the Events For Which (Witch?) We Create Them

Mar 25, 2010

Posted by: John Admin

Bloggers - tlccraftywitches

As we have just found out, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be opening on June 18, 2010 in Orlando, Florida. This is a very, VERY exciting thing! We have known about this attraction for years now, and it is finally almost open to the public! It has been a long time since we’ve …read more!

New Details Emerge for Wizarding World Attraction: Forbidden Journey Ride, John Williams’ Involvement, and More

Mar 25, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

Fans

More information has now come online regarding the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park, which will have its grand opening at Universal Orlando Resort on June 18, 2010. In a press release from Universal, more details about the many elements of the park and its features have been revealed. Adding to our report from …read more!

Wizarding World of Harry Potter Grand Opening June 18: Details About Hogwarts Emerge

Mar 24, 2010

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Fan Events

Today Universal Studios announced that the highly anticipated amusement park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, will have its grand opening on June 18th. (This is the grand opening date, not the first time it will be open to the public: those who have purchased one of the advertised packages for May 28 are still …read more!

Scholastic’s Real Magic of Harry Potter Campaign Starts (Updated)

Mar 24, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

Contests

American Harry Potter book publisher Scholastic has announced a new contest open to US residents aged 7-14 to win one of four family trips for four (4) to Universal Orlando Resort’s The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The Real Magic of Harry Potter Campaign is offering eligible entrants the chance to visit the Harry Potter …read more!

Leaky Special Coverage: Images and Video from Wizarding World of Harry Potter Theme Park

Mar 24, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

Exclusives

During a press event at Universal Orlando Resort which announced of the June 18th grand opening date for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter amusement park, our own Melissa Anelli was able to capture a number of images and short videos of the attraction. Please enjoy this collection originally posted via @Leaky, our Twitter account.Please …read more!

Dame Maggie Smith and Sir John Hurt Receive Lifetime Achievement Awards

Mar 23, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

HP Cast

Actress Dame Maggie Smith (Professor McGonagall) and actor John Hurt (Ollivander) are recipients of two lifetime achievement awards presented in London this past weekend. First, Dame Maggie Smith was honored with the 2010 Laurence Olivier Special Award, at the Laurence Olivier Awards. A report on OfficialLondonTheater notes: Bringing the evening to a close, last year’s …read more!

Emma Thompson to Return as Trelawney in “Deathly Hallows” Film?

Mar 22, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

DH Film

An interesting bit of information has been published in the the April issue of Tatler magazine, regarding the possible return of actress Emma Thompson as the character of Professor Trelawney in the final “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” film. An interview with Celemence Posey, who portrays the character of Fluer in the Harry Potter …read more!



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