Archive for April, 2013

LeakyCon Announces Guests for London and Portland

Apr 30, 2013

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

LeakyCon

LeakyCon is coming to Portland and London this year, and there are a bunch of announcements afoot: today, with 100 days to London, several guests were confirmed for the first ever Leaky in Europe, including: Alfie Enoch (Dean)Chris Rankin (Percy)Author Elizabeth Wein (Code Name Verity) MinaLima (Graphic artists for the Potter films)Ryan Turner (Young Hugo)Ellie …read more!

Royal Family Visits Warner Bros. Studio Tour

Apr 26, 2013

Posted by: Mel

J.K. Rowling

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry visited the Warner Bros. Studio Tour today. J. K. Rowling was also there to greet them. While they were at the studio Prince William made a speech praising Harry Potter and Rowling: He said: “The journey today began most obviously after the legendary story by inspiring …read more!

Slytherin Wins Third Pottermore House Cup

Apr 25, 2013

Posted by: Mel

J.K. Rowling

Ambitious Slytherin has won the third Pottermore House Cup with 26,990,924 points. Ravenclaw came in second with 26,916,194 points, Gryffindor came in third with 26,740,444 points, and Hufflepuff came in fourth with 26,715,401 points.This is Slytherin’s second time winning the House Cup. Congrats to Slytherin House!

L.A. Wizarding World Plans Approved

Apr 25, 2013

Posted by: Catherine

News

Plans to build a Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park at Universal Studios Hollywood in California have been approved! The theme park is part of a large–$1.6 billion–upgrade project for Universal Studios Hollywood. This expansion and upgrade was officially approved by the L.A. County Board of Supervisors. As apart of the project, the Wizarding …read more!

New “Bling Ring” Trailer

Apr 24, 2013

Posted by: Catherine

News

An official trailer revealing more of the plot line of The Bling Ring has been released! The trailer gives a brief summary of the story line that is based on true events. Don’t worry, the trailer doesn’t reveal any spoilers by showing the teenagers’ incarceration. In real life, the thieves rose to fame through the …read more!

Third Pottermore House Cup Winner to be Revealed on Thursday

Apr 22, 2013

Posted by: Mel

J.K. Rowling

The Pottermore Insider has announced via Twitter that tomorrow the House Points will be concealed on Pottermore, and the new House Cup winner will be announced on Thursday, April 25th.Currently, Slytherin is in the lead with 26,471,263 points, with Ravenclaw following in second place, Gryffindor in third, and Hufflepuff in fourth.Good luck to every House!

Toby Jones and Imelda Staunton in “Circle Mirror Transformation”

Apr 21, 2013

Posted by: Catherine

News

Harry Potter actors Toby Jones (the voice of Dobby) and Imelda Staunton (Dolores Umbridge) will be taking to the stage in Annie Baker’s Circle Mirror Transformation. This theater production will be put on by the Royal Court as a part of its Theatre Local project. The show will officially open July 15, and run July …read more!

Animal Actors to be Featured at Warner Bros. Studio Tour

Apr 18, 2013

Posted by: Mel

Movies

From May 25th to June 2nd the Warner Bros. Studio Tour will be featuring some of the famous animal actors from the Harry Potter films, including the cats that played Mrs. Norris and Crookshanks. Julie Tottman, the head animal trainer for the films, will be on hand to answer questions. Other activities will include: Pose …read more!

“Bling Ring”‘s First Official Poster

Apr 18, 2013

Posted by: Catherine

News

Emma Watson’s new film, The Bling Ring, has released its first official movie poster. The poster can be seen below, thanks to Digital Spy. The movie will be released in the United States on June 14, and in the United Kingdom July 5. Based on observations from promotional stills and the trailer, Emma Watson’s character …read more!

Happy Birthday Emma Watson!

Apr 15, 2013

Posted by: Catherine

News

One of our favorite actresses, Miss Emma Watson, turns 23 today! Miss Watson says she feels “so old”, but we disagree. Please join us in wishing Emma a very Happy Birthday!



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