Relive the Magic of LeakyCon Dallas With Our Exclusive Weekend Recap!
Aug 12, 2019
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This weekend LeakyCon celebrated its Tenth Anniversary with a three-day event in Dallas, Texas featuring the best Potter-themed programming and special guests, including first-timer Tom Felton!
Relive the magic through Leaky’s full recap of each day’s events. Let us know which part of our coverage you enjoyed the most and, if you were lucky enough to attend in person, let us know what brought you to LeakyCon–and what will keep you coming back in years to come!
Day One: Friday, Aug. 9
We arrived at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas ready for an exciting day of merch, cosplay, panels and Mainstage magic. Harry Potter fan and Leaky reporter for the weekend Scarlett Ojeda was armed with her wand and a press pass, prepared for unexpected duels and a day packed with Potter programming!
We’ve arrived at @LeakyCon !!????
Stay tuned for all our coverage of the panels, cosplay, merch and Mainstage magic this weekend from our reporter on the scene @ScarlettLuvsRon !!????? pic.twitter.com/hOKykS5j6z— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
Ojeda took us on a tour of floor, locating the common rooms designated for House meetups before joining the opening festivities.
House Common Rooms at @LeakyCon !????
Which one is yours???? pic.twitter.com/qMjQFphjHy— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
Gameshow host James Payton kicked off the LeakyCon Party Game Hour with a round of Harry Potter Who Am I? followed by a Gryffindor-Slytherin duel. (We told you wands would come in handy!)
Gameshow Host @MrJamesPayton leads a round of #HarryPotter Who Am I? at @LeakyCon Party Game Hour to start the day !!??????? pic.twitter.com/y9aHiL5dEx
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
It’s Slytherin? vs. Gryffindor? in the Wizarding Duel at @LeakyCon Party Game Hour !! /*/*??
How do you think you’d fare? pic.twitter.com/JRCkKboQ6O— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
Ojeda also attended the “Hogwarts Night School for Late-Blooming Witches and Wizards” panel–though we highly doubt she needed the extra training!
Leaky reporter @scarlettluvsron is getting ready for the Hogwarts Night School for Late Blooming Witches & Wizards panel at @leakycon w/ @UNspoiledShow@NatashaWriting and Roshawn Dilodovico and @MarkDoesStuff !!
We do not however think she’s a late Potter bloomer!!???? pic.twitter.com/LQGInuoQDW— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
Then she returned to the Leaky Marketplace to scope out all the best merch and cosplay.
A limited edition badge ribbon for tonight’s #Wrock concert? ?? Follow our IG story to get clues on how you can get one…#LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/HdDdbll8hT
— LeakyCon (@LeakyCon) August 9, 2019
Hey #LeakyCon! Come join the real world Dumbledore’s Army at Booth 402 ???? #LeakyCon19 pic.twitter.com/f0dIW36NjH
— The Harry Potter Alliance (@TheHPAlliance) August 9, 2019
The Golden Snitchwich has been released @LeakyCon Dallas! Seek it out at the main stage for the next hour while we talk to @melissaanelli about The Trace. pic.twitter.com/7ctAnnpoY2 — Snitchwiches (@Snitchwiches) August 9, 2019
No surprise Leaky reporter @ScarlettLuvsRon is seeing some spellbinding cosplay at @leakycon Dallas!!???? What’s your go-to Potter cosplay???? pic.twitter.com/1ZA6WPyfAQ — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
We ?LOVE? the Potter merch at the @Leakcon Marketplace!!? Take a look at these adorable Nifflers from @EnigmaCrafts and the incredible selection of teas from @RiddleTeaShoppe !??????? pic.twitter.com/XOOS4jNB5x — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
Seriously, though… ???#leakycon pic.twitter.com/KHrdfS5uh2 — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
Welcome back to @LeakyCon, @maureenjohnson! ? Our on-the-ground reporter @ScarlettLuvsRon caught her at her booth! ? #leakyconpic.twitter.com/fldDmJtK4P — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
(By the way, in case you weren’t sure, the cauldron’s still got a hole in it — and that’s the way we like it!)
This cauldron’s STILL got a hole in it! ?? #LeakyConpic.twitter.com/T6ehOdKgi1 — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
Though we could spend the whole day in the Marketplace, we did want to hit the panels as well, so Ojeda stopped by “LeakyCon By Fans for Fans: Fan-Inspired Creators” panel first.
Heard at the @Leakycon By Fans For Fans: Fan-Inspired Creators Panel from @laurenfairwx :
“I was a huge nerd.”???? pic.twitter.com/vUYu5DsqKH— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
Next up, Mr. James Payton, our very own Frank Longbottom! We loved his sense of humor throughout the weekend – he was constantly having us in fits of laughter!
“I’m in a constant state of bafflement about how I got here…at a convention in Texas… That’s in America” ? – @MrJamesPayton chatting to @promawhatup at @LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/AzodknkQVr
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
How did @MrJamesPayton get into #HarryPotter? Sounds like it was a near-miss! ??? @LeakyConpic.twitter.com/LSf1aVz1f1
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 9, 2019
And finally, it wouldn’t be LeakyCon without a WIZARD WROCK Extravaganza. We couldn’t wait for all our favorites to take the stage–Lauren Fairfax, Draco and the Malfoys, Tonks and the Aurors and Harry and the Potters made it a magical night. To see artists continuing to create original material from the books and bring joy to fans in their own ways is truly magical, and to have LeakyCon provide a place for that magic is unbelievably wonderful:
And the magic continues… @laurenfairwx kicks off tonight’s LeakyCon Wrock Extravaganza with “Lost and Found”! ???? pic.twitter.com/iAE1jRtDMs
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
“But no one else would kick you out and make you history ‘cept for Snape”?? @datm take the @LeakyCon stage !!?? How great would it be if @TomFelton joined them on this song!!!?? pic.twitter.com/hOiqIjW8Yy
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
Get ready to HuffleRiot!!
It’s @TonksNtheAurors at @LeakyCon !!!
“Harry Potter’s Alive”!!!??????????? pic.twitter.com/NjY2fYCnO7— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
.@hatp are in the house at LeakyCon !!!???????? pic.twitter.com/mK1ra3Oq9b
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
It wouldn’t be Wrock without @hatp Savin’ Ginny Weasley from the ????????? pic.twitter.com/tdGcpASyRr
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
It was a magical first day at LeakyCon Dallas with incredible coverage from Scarlett Ojeda, and we couldn’t wait for Day Two! The night wrapped in traditional LeakyCon style – with an crowd solemnly singing the chorus to ‘When The Lights Go Out’ by The Whomping Willows / Matt Maggiacomo. We get chills every time!
Magic @LeakyCon ? pic.twitter.com/agsjsWew3k
— Sierra Fox (@SierraRFox) August 10, 2019
And that wraps Day 1 of @LeakyCon Dallas 2019!!??
What an incredible first day!? ?
Thank you to our reporter @ScarlettLuvsRon !!?
We’ll see you back tomorrow more magic on Day 2!!????? pic.twitter.com/xnRfN0L4bR— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
In the very moment a couple friends texted me video of @LeakyCon singing the chorus of When the Lights Go Out, I was writing the chorus of my first new song in four or five years. I think y'all unwittingly gave me the push I needed. ❤️ PS miss you buds
— Matt Maggiacomo (@whompingwillows) August 10, 2019
Day Two: Saturday, Aug. 10
Day Two dawned bright and early at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, and host James Payton was ready to go–with or without coffee. (Though who’s to say what magical concoctions he imbibed to elicit such an early energy boost!)
Another glorious day will soon begin @LeakyCon#LeakyConDallas2019. I’m pre coffee yet filled with anticipation at the adventures to come. Let’s do it. — James Payton (@MrJamesPayton) August 10, 2019
Leaky reporter Scarlett Ojeda was onsite again, this time donning some incredible cosplay of her own. Look no further for the Queen of Gryffindor!
Our reporter for this weekend is @ScarlettLuvsRon – take a look at her incredible cosplay! ? Queen of Gryffindor ? and King of Slytherin! ? pic.twitter.com/y8Ax3yxcxR — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
Ojeda no doubt employed some serious magical prowess to maneuver the Marketplace in that dress, but she did it, spying more fantastic merch and discovering the Quidditch workshop.
Have you visited the @LeakyCon marketplace yet? ??? #leakycon pic.twitter.com/OzWZaK6znN — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
Are you at @LeakyCon Dallas this weekend? Come try #quidditch!! We’re teaching workshops all weekend. The schedule is here: https://t.co/dmPVBTHlXTpic.twitter.com/3BQTbyJoZz
— US Quidditch (@usquidditch) August 10, 2019
Our very own Leaky artist, Sydney Dean (@sydsketch) was in the Marketplace for the very first time, selling prints and polaroids of her Harry Potter art, including her Draco pieces celebrating Tom Felton’s first LeakyCon appearance. We’re so grateful to have her on the Leaky team, as she’s brought us so many fantastic creations, and we’re glad and utterly unsurprised that you all love her work as much as we do!
it’s HAPPENING. it’s so fitting that my first booth ever is happening at leaky. this con feels like home, and is the backdrop of so many of my happiest memories. i’m ready to make A MILLION MORE this weekend and can’t wait to see you all! table AA 22! #leakycon pic.twitter.com/qkxH2HiwcT
— sydney dean (@sydsketch) August 8, 2019
Then we headed to a very special edition of LeakyCon Feud hosted by The Leaky Cauldron innkeeper Jim Tavare. (This may be our new favorite game show!)
#LeakyCon feud hosted by none other than The Leaky Cauldron’s Innkeeper, @jimtavare? Don’t mind if we do! ?? pic.twitter.com/trUiztpEyQ
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
It’s the Grangers vs Weasleys! #LeakyConFeud@LeakyCon@jimtavarepic.twitter.com/kSRlAC1Ngp
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
We just won Leaky Feud on stage and I actually knew some answers. I don’t even know who I am anymore. Good work teammates @George_Leonidas & @melissaanelli @LeakyCon #leakycon2019
— James Payton (@MrJamesPayton) August 10, 2019
This entertaining morning opener really piqued our Potter pride, but we were still counting down the minutes to the Student panel with host Melissa Anelli and Hogwarts alums Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy), Scarlet Byrne (Pansy Parkinson), Afshan Azhad (Padma Patil), Georgina Leonidas (Katie Bell) and Tiana Benjamin (Angelina Johnson).
It’s the Grangers vs Weasleys! #LeakyConFeud @LeakyCon @jimtavare pic.twitter.com/kSRlAC1Ngp — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
Feeling like we’re at Hogwarts on the Students panel at @LeakyCon ??? Featuring @melissaanelli @TomFelton @ScarleyByrne @afshan_azad @George_Leonidas & Tiana Benjamin ?? pic.twitter.com/OW4SMd2GLf
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
@TomFelton just admitted he had a ‘bit of a crush’ on Helena Bonham Carter, which he confessed was a bit weird, seeing as she was playing his auntie! ? #LeakyCon
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
It’s a Hogwarts Reunion! ??? #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/Kv76F0PMkL
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
“If Draco Malfoy gives you a package, don’t open it.” – @George_Leonidas on the moral lesson she learned from her character ? — keeley jo @ Leaky Con (@vampirekeeley) August 10, 2019
What stands out to you from your time on the films? @TomFelton says they were so lucky: “it felt like kids messing around… Free sweets, free candy!” ? #LeakyCon — Geek Gals @ #LeakyCon (@geekgalsco) August 10, 2019
Favorite character you like overall? @TomFelton says Gilderoy because he’s a buffoon. @George_Leonidas says Slughorn! @afshan_azad says Neville. ?? @ScarleyByrne and Tiana say Hermione. pic.twitter.com/DS6SIke4fe — Geek Gals @ #LeakyCon (@geekgalsco) August 10, 2019
@TomFelton shared his favorite line from the movies! #DracoMalfoy#LeakyConpic.twitter.com/axJPQxJyNg — Hollywood News Source (@HNewsSource) August 10, 2019
What did these Hogwarts students learn from the veteran actors in the #HarryPotter cast? Listen to what Tiana Benjamin had to say about the late Alan Rickman ??#LeakyConpic.twitter.com/GcUKvQKjNm
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
This was an amazing panel, and we only held it together after the ending because we knew the “Making Magic Behind the Scenes” panel with James Payton was coming up! Did you know Payton served as a stand-in for Dan Fogler on the set of Fantastic Beasts?!
During the Making Magic Behind the Scenes panel on Day 2 of @LeakyCon @MrJamesPayton explained his work as a stand in on te set of @FantasticBeasts !!! pic.twitter.com/JpyXpIZcHm
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
Here’s @MrJamesPayton standing in for @mrdanfogler !!?? pic.twitter.com/hCzqKnD7TU
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
Wand Choreographer Paul Harris also participated in the panel, sharing inside information about Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, giving dueling lessons and more!
Paul Harris told the #LeakyCon audience: “The Sirius Black Death scene, there’s an additional 30-40 seconds that you haven’t seen” ??? pic.twitter.com/Utw8Uz7x0U
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
Dueling lessons for ALL from #HarryPotter wand choreographer #PaulHarris at the Behind the Magic Panel at @LeakyCon !!/*/*??#leakycon pic.twitter.com/O4WDkQNsbj
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
“David Yates told me that in 10 years, kids all over the world will be doing these movements and NOBODY else saw that, including me” – Paul Harris (Wand Choreographer on #HarryPotter and #FantasticBeasts@LeakyCon) #LeakyCon — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
Ojeda also made it to the “To Be or Not to Be Canon” panel, where we’re sure some strong opinions were aired!
Discussing the intricacies of canon at the ‘To Be Or Not To Be Canon’ panel!?? @LeakyCon #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/uzShdlYZoj
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
“The films made Voldemort into this inhuman monster, which doesn’t align with the books.” -To Be, or Not to Be: Canon is happening now in the Owl Room ? #LeakyCon — LeakyCon (@LeakyCon) August 10, 2019
“Voldemort had layers. He had a pet he loved so much, he put his soul in it” ? #LeakyCon — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
“The different types of source material for this series is so vast that what you choose to interact with changed your idea of canon” #LeakyCon — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
And if you feared that Tom Felton caught an immediate Portkey back to the UK, you’ll be glad to hear he not only hung around The Leaky Cauldron, but also conjured up an acoustic guitar for a full-on concert. (We don’t know about you, but we’re ready for an album!)
.@TomFelton told @LeakyCon this was the first time he’s been invited just to play music and he was “bloody surprised to see so many people”!!!!???? pic.twitter.com/aJq9e4Q8z7 — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
“Yoohoo”!! This is one of our @TomFelton favs! ????#leakycon pic.twitter.com/QCTrCbTSFd — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
We’re ready for the album @TomFelton !????? Until then, we’ll see you on your Instagram story!??#LeakyConpic.twitter.com/wN9aglzaxT — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 10, 2019
Thank you so much for listening. You and everyone in the room x
— Tom Felton (@TomFelton) August 10, 2019
With spirits at their height after Felton’s inspired performance, Ojeda caught up to fans celebrating the day’s end. And while Snape would normally look down upon that sort of frivolity, in this case, he highly approved.
Before the Esther Earl Ball begins we had to share some of the incredible cosplay spotted by @ScarlettLuvsRon on Day 2 of @LeakyCon !!?? pic.twitter.com/E4Jr31Y5xe — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
And more!! Look at the precious Luna!??? pic.twitter.com/YZik7Q4smM — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
In fact, we hear Snape and a few other infamous characters even attended the LeakyCon Ball–there’s truly no better way to close out Day Two and ring in the last and final day of this epic convention!
It’s not everyday you see Severus Snape, Quirinus Quirrell, and Gilderoy Lockhart in a conga line #LeakyCon — Mitchell Mussett (@CptMahrVehl) August 11, 2019
The #LeakyCon ball is in full swing! ??? pic.twitter.com/pxh0GqOCgJ — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Total Eclipse of the Heart ???? #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/OHoCWDNXtD — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
LEAKYCON. #LEAKYCON. @LEAKYCON. ?? Goodnight, Potterheads. Join us here tomorrow for day 3 coverage ???? pic.twitter.com/BLVDhvwsHN
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Day Three: Sunday, Aug. 11
Day Two at LeakyCon Dallas ended with a ball and a bang but, tired or no, fans were ready for all that Day Three had to offer!
Nitwit! Blubber! Oddment! Tweak! Let Day 3 of #LeakyCon Dallas begin ? pic.twitter.com/Pq46ENE7mx — LeakyCon (@LeakyCon) August 11, 2019
And make no mistake, it might have been the last day, but it was packed with Potter programming. But first, a huge surprise. Mischief Management and Harry and the Potters made history at the convention this year! After years of failed attempts to get a Snitchwiches panel, the DeGeorges learned – in true LeakyCon style – that they’ll be getting a panel at LeakyCon Boston in October! The outdid themselves in Dallas with their Snitchwiches FLY-THRU booth, so they’ve definitely earned a panel of educational delicious delights! https://twitter.com/Snitchwiches/status/1160340827006279686?s=20 While Leaky reporter Scarlett Ojeda was preparing to host her own panel, “The Unofficial Ron Weasley Fan Club,” Tom Felton was preparing to take the Mainstage for his own special guest panel!
Our reporter @ScarlettLuvsRon getting ready for her own Day 3 panel at @LeakyCon : The Unofficial Ron Weasley Fan Club!!?????? pic.twitter.com/o5vdPHA9hq — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Our reporter for the weekend, @ScarlettLuvsRon just held an Unofficial Ron Weasley Fan Club get-together at #LeakyCon! Let us know if you were there! ???? pic.twitter.com/Q5o5GraRWz — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Always the good sport, Felton fielded a variety of wide-ranging questions, from throwbacks to his time on set to his impressions of Dallas, Cursed Child, Dancing with the Stars, ships and more!
“Alan [Rickman] insisted on having this long cloak that draped on the floor. Alan turned around after the first take and said, ‘Don’t step on my effing cloak.’ We thought he was joking— he wasn’t.” @TomFelton on filming Half-Blood Prince ? #LeakyCon — LeakyCon (@LeakyCon) August 11, 2019
Who can blame him?! ?? #LeakyCon https://t.co/v1CAAp5bNi
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Never get on the wrong side of @EmmaWatson! ? #LeakyConhttps://t.co/jwBzMdGxVX
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
“I’m not sure about the fascination with Drarry. I do love Daniel, but we never got together like that.” –@TomFelton on the biggest Draco ships ? #LeakyCon
— LeakyCon (@LeakyCon) August 11, 2019
He revealed his empathy for Draco Malfoy and his secret hope that he might, one day, get the chance to play him on stage. (Wands crossed, Potter fans!)
“They’re not really bad. They’re tortured, or confused, or bullied themselves… you start to feel a touch of empathy because you realize he’s got a crap father.” @TomFelton on often playing “the bad guy” ? #LeakyCon — LeakyCon (@LeakyCon) August 11, 2019
Wouldn’t this be amazing?! We would love to see @TomFelton in @HPPlayLDN! ? #CursedChild#LeakyConhttps://t.co/IYWYZS6KKb — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
We are also wholeheartedly on board with pitching a Harry Potter-themed Dancing With Stars. Felton may be lobbying for Matthew Lewis to join, but we’d wager that with Felton’s evident musical gifts, he’s got a fairly good sense of rhythm himself.
BEGIN THE CAMPAIGN IMMEDIATELY. We need a #DWTS but with ONLY #HarryPotter cast members ??? #LeakyConhttps://t.co/wdmtaBF8IG — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Closing out the panel, Felton made sure to praise J.K. Rowling for her role in inspiring a generation of children to read and the fandom for supporting him and the films which defined his childhood.
“Let’s hear it for @jk_rowling! She singlehandedly got a generation back into reading.” –@TomFelton at #LeakyCon ? — LeakyCon (@LeakyCon) August 11, 2019
. @TomFelton thanks the #LeakyCon audience and #HarryPotter fans for being a part of his childhood??? https://t.co/dVFwJsq6jY — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
It sounds like Felton had a blast in Dallas, so here’s hoping he makes it back to LeakyCon very soon!
@TomFelton has enjoyed riding scooters around Dallas. He’s hoping to hit up Medieval Times while he’s here ? #LeakyCon — LeakyCon (@LeakyCon) August 11, 2019
We could have spent the entire day with Tom, but there were more LeakyCon games to play–so play we did!
It’s time for @LeakyCon Pyramid!! Team Norbert vs Team Fluffy! Who knows more about Hogwarts classes??????#LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/GbmG8f0MZN — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
And what about #harrypotter actors? “She somehow played a character that was in Fantastic Beasts 2 for no reason.” ??? pic.twitter.com/ieEk8ISQgB
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
With LeakyCon winding down, attendees were reminded to donate to the HP Alliance, say their goodbyes to the MAGICAL special guests, revisit the Marketplace to take advantage of last-minute markdowns and lineup for the Kids Cosplay Contest.
We are collecting donations for the @TheHPAlliance at the Customer Service Desk at #LeakyCon! For every dollar that is donated you can add a point for your house. Help your house win the LeakyCon House Cup!
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(Cash Only) pic.twitter.com/21yvLBGZ1s
— LeakyCon (@LeakyCon) August 11, 2019
The marvelous @MrJamesPayton and @George_Leonidas give us one last pose before heading back to London after their weekend at @LeakyCon !!??
Thank you both and safe travels!!!???#leakycon pic.twitter.com/unI8mduBIn— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
MARK DOWNS HAPPENING at our @LeakyCon booth! Come see us for shirts as low as $10! pic.twitter.com/LBKaMBeJah — Steph Anderson / Tonks & the Aurors (@TonksNtheAurors) August 11, 2019
We are L.I.V.I.N.G. for these hopefuls in the Kids Cosplay Contest at @LeakyCon ???? pic.twitter.com/BXsyzcGDd7 — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
And if you’ve never caught a Cosplay Contest, you, Potter fans, are missing out–check out the results below!
And the Outstanding Magical Fashion Award goes to… this tiny Queenie! ??? #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/ltYrBlSVKS
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
This little Luna says Luna is her favorite character – her costume is amazing! ? #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/KKuCddhAUC — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
The award for Outstanding Footwear goes to this Beauxbatons student! ? pic.twitter.com/k5xdP4CJfT — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
The Outstanding Earrings award goes to this little Hogwarts student – she likes that Luna doesn’t care what anyone thinks about her! #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/NvkqOeSa9z — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
The Group Cosplay Award goes to this incredible Tales of Beedle the Bard group! ?? #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/2ZHz1TdxUa — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
The Award for Adventures of Polyjuice Potion goes to this Hermione! ? #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/j0IX4SxiBe — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
The FIERCEST Mad-Eye Moody Certificate – absolutely well deserved! #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/Dav4Ouhdpq — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Another beautiful costume in the Pygmy Ouff costume contest! ??? #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/OTBgcqa8cK — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
It’s Harry and Hedwig! ??? #LeakyConpic.twitter.com/HUOySSsVpL — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
While the kids were clearly natural cosplayers, the adults went all out as well. (Did someone brew up a batch of Polyjuice Potion?)
Some brilliant cosplay in the #LeakyCon cosplay competition! ??? pic.twitter.com/cmo3kbPs7Z — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
There’s even a GIANT NIFFLER! ???? #LeakyConpic.twitter.com/suBjck6Y4r — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
This Bellatrix has clearly had some training from Paul Harris! ??? #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/NWELKPbulj
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Speaking of Paul Harris, if you thought you’d learned all you needed to know about wand choreography and dueling on Day Two, you’d be mistaken. Before everyone headed back to their respective Muggle towns, Harris sat down for one last in-depth discussion of his movement philosophy and experiences on the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts’ films.
Time to learn more about wand choreography and duelling from the expert, Paul Harris! #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/g5Y0hgp7Fx — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
How did the opportunity to choreograph the wandwork in #HarryPotter and #FantasticBeasts come about? Paul Harris is discussing his duelling journey at #LeakyCon! pic.twitter.com/YSLb2bjNPc
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
“If the entirety of ballet can come from 5 positions, so can this” – Paul Harris on wand choreography at #LeakyCon — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
“The movement of the spell depends on how powerful they need to spell to be done. That depends on the actor and the scene they’re working on. “ – Paul Harris @leakycon ??? — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
If you’ve never looked into Paul Harris’s work before, you absolutely must – he’s absolutely fascinating! ? @leakycon pic.twitter.com/ADjHGSDjoc — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Ever wondered why Voldemort holds his wand ‘like that’? ? Paul Harris answers your questions at #LeakyCon! ?? pic.twitter.com/8qxvPEXPyt — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
We ?? Molly Weasley! ? So impressed by the cosplay competition, as always!? #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/NT4K3PcDKx
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
What did you think of the wand choreography in Fantastic Beasts and did you think it was true to what you had created? – Paul Harris @LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/RZiurlCGdM — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Paul Harris said his favorite scene is the Sirius Death Scene because Bellatrix moved exactly the way he had envisioned in his head and that’s why it’s his favorite. She was aesthetically perfect! #LeakyCon — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
“This is the biggest film franchise in history. I better get it right” – Paul Harris #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/tiwWRRW0ij — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Q: Did you guys break any wands while you were choreographing? – Paul Harris #LeakyCon pic.twitter.com/cKNHMJbox5 — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Thanks to Paul Harris for a brilliant panel – he never fails to amaze us! ???#LeakyConpic.twitter.com/q4kI14ZOVz — The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Finally, LeakyCon Dallas bowed out in the most perfect way possible–with a live broadcast of Pottercast and an epic show of support for the HP Alliance. It was a poignant reminder of where the fandom community began and where it’s going, and if we’ve learned anything from making it through another LeakyCon, it’s that this is a journey we’re happy to be taking together.
The @pottercast and @PotterlessPod panel at @LeakyCon is in full swing. Speaking about the weekend, they noted that all the guests that attend #Leakycon comment about how amazing the attendees are — and it’s true, the LeakyCon family and @MischiefMgmt are truly magical! ??? pic.twitter.com/CbeiuYUuAu
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
Somebody donated to the @TheHPAlliance Hogwarts House fundraiser at @LeakyCon as a Ravenclaw, to which @PotterlessPod said ‘YOU’RE JUST JEALOUS THE BOOKS AREN’T ABOUT YOU!’
Eagles, assemble. ?? #LeakyCon @PotterCast pic.twitter.com/0sGWZLD8fS
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
The moment we’ve all been waiting for… Find out who won @LeakyCon’s @TheHPAlliance Hogwarts House fundraiser this weekend! ??? #LeakyConpic.twitter.com/pFCZ8bHZzR
— The Leaky Cauldron (@leaky) August 11, 2019
And finally, enjoy this hilarious story from Melissa on one of many ‘mischiefs managed’ over the weekend (click to see the full thread):
Now that @LeakyCon is over let me tell you my favorite story from it.
On Saturday morning, I was not feeling awesome. The real world was bumming me out, because it's terrible.
— Melissa @LEAKYCON 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Anelli (@melissaanelli) August 12, 2019
Thank you for following us on through another LeakyCon! It’s always a pleasure to cover these events and meet new and old fans and attendees alike! We can’t thank the Mischief Management LeakyCon team enough for the incredible work they put into these conventions, the special guests for being so open to this experience, and to the attendees, vendors and speakers for making these conventions such a delightful place to be!
We’d also especially like to thank our reporter Scarlett, for her hard work and dedication, we’ve loved having her on the Leaky team and it was delightful seeing the heart she puts into being at LeakyCon, she’s a real hero for helping us cover this in full cosplay.
We’ll see you at LeakyCon Boston in October, for 10 years of LeakyCon, and a very special ’19 Years Later’ panel with The Leaky Cauldron team!
All was well ✨ #LeakyCon
— LeakyCon (@LeakyCon) August 11, 2019