Archive for November, 2015

Signed Copy of J.K. Rowling’s New Crime Novel up for Auction

Nov 22, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Career of Evil, Charity, Cormoran Strike series/Robert Galbraith, Legal, News

A signed copy of J.K. Rowling’s new crime novel, Career of Evil, was put up for auction. J.K. Rowling would probably approve of this donation from one of the lucky owners of a signed book, as the book was auctioned for a good cause, for local charity, Brighouse and Surrounding Homeless. There are only 200 …read more!

Stephen Fry to be Awarded Rose d’Or Award for Lifetime Achievement

Nov 22, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Audio Books, Fry, News

Stephen Fry (the narrator of the British Harry Potter audio books) will be honored with the Rose d’Or Award for Lifetime Achievement during the Rose d’Or Award Ceremony, December 9. The award is given to those who have made significant contributions to entertainment and broadcasting. The Rose d’Or website explains their clear choice of Stephen …read more!

Pottermore’s Visit to the Liverpool “Fantastic Beasts” Set

Nov 22, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Fantastic Beasts Movie, News

The Pottermore Correspondent has released new insider information into the Fantastic Beast filming that took place in Liverpool. Having traveled with the cast and crew of the films, the PMC was privy to all the details–more than the public photos snuck from behind the barricades of blocked streets. The PMC recognized that moving the set …read more!

Tom Felton’s “Risen” Moving Release Dates

Nov 21, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Felton, Movies, News

Tom Felton’s new movie, Risen, has changed release dates. Originally scheduled for January 22, 2016 release, MGM and Paramount have decided to move around a couple of release dates to attract larger target audiences. As Tom Felton’s new film is religion-based, MGM and Paramount have decided to move it to a February release date to attract …read more!

“Fantastic Beasts” to be most like “Goblet of Fire”

Nov 21, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Fantastic Beasts Movie, News

Entertainment Weekly seems to have all the secrets to tell about Harry Potter-spin-off series, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and is releasing them one by one. With this weeks 10th Anniversary for Goblet of Fire, EW decided to release another tidbit from their exclusive inside knowledge of the secretive Fantastic Beasts films. David Heyman told …read more!

Harry Potter Audiobooks Now Available on Audible!

Nov 21, 2015

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Audio, Audio Books, Books, Dale, Fry

Thanks to a deal with Pottermore, the Harry Potter Audiobooks will be available on UK, US, Australian and German Audible websites, produced by Pottermore and read by Jim Dale (North American), Felix von Manteuffel (German) and Stephen Fry UK and the rest of the world). The first three audiobooks in the Harry Potter series cost £17.99 each and the …read more!

Harry Melling to Appear in Broadway Transfer Play ‘Hand to God’

Nov 21, 2015

Posted by: Emma Pocock

HP Cast, Melling

Harry Melling (Dudley Dursley), is set to appear as lead in Broadway’s Hand to God on its West End transfer in 2016. According to What’s On Stage: ‘Billed as a “hilarious and heartbreaking new comedy”, Robert Askins’ play centres around shy teenager Jason as his sock puppet Tyrone comes to life and takes on a shocking, foul-mouthed personality.’ Melling will …read more!

Helen McCrory and John Hurt up for BBC Audio Drama Awards

Nov 21, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

News

Two Harry Potter actors have been nominated for BBC Audio Drama Awards. Helen McCrory (Narissa Malfoy) and John Hurt (Ollivander), have both received acting nods. McCrory has been nominated for best actress in an audio drama, for her role in The Pumpkin Eater. The radio drama was produced in 15-minute episodes, which can be listened to on …read more!

Kenneth Branagh to Receive Dilys Powell Award

Nov 21, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Branagh, Film Awards, News

Kenneth Branagh has been chosen to receive one of the most prestigious awards for excellence in film, the Dilys Powell Award. This award is bequeathed by The London Film Critics’ Circle, largely known as one of the most established critics’ body in the United Kingdom. Known for his acting and directing that well exceed his role as …read more!

Universal Releases video of “Wizarding World” SoCal

Nov 20, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

News

Universal Studios theme parks has released it’s first video featuring the “Wizarding World of Harry Potter” in Southern California. The new theme park opens next spring, and will include much of the beloved shops that are in the theme parks in Florida, plus more! Until spring roles around (we must get through winter first), fans …read more!



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