Archive for the ‘Television Programmes’ Category

Cheers to Domhnall Gleeson on His Birthday!

May 12, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Actor Birthdays, Birthdays, Films, Gleeson, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Movies, News, Television Programmes

Domhnall Gleeson, who celebrates his 34th birthday today, may be best known to Harry Potter fans as eldest Weasley brother Bill, victim of a mauling by werewolf Fenrir Greyback and husband to the beautifully bewitching Beauxbaton Triwizard champion, Fleur Delacour, but this Potter alum has been one of the busiest of the bunch the past …read more!

Jason Isaacs Makes His Mark on Planet Comicon Kansas City

May 02, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Columbus, Conventions, Exclusives, Fan Events, Felton, Harris, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Isaacs, Movies, News, Radcliffe, Rickman, Television Programmes

When Harry Potter fans conjure an image of Lucius Malfoy, undoubtedly the Dark Mark comes to mind, but Jason Isaacs’ appearance last weekend at Planet Comicon was anything but dark. The talented British actor, known for decades of film, television, stage and voiceover work, brought his wit, charm and magically famous stories to Kansas City’s …read more!

From Stage to Screen–and Back Again

May 01, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, HP Cast, Interviews, Law, Melling, News, Producers, Radcliffe, Sonia Friedman, Staunton, Television Programmes, Tennant, Theater

One of the benefits of having a stellar cast attached to Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, and Cursed Child is that the actors are consistently working and honing their craft, so that when we gain a favorite (and we all have them), we can continue to support them outside the wizarding world and revel in the magic they create …read more!

A Musical Collaboration for Cursed Child Playwright Jack Thorne and La La Land Director

Apr 29, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Broadway, Coltrane, Directors, Exclusives, Film Awards, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Honors/Awards, Jack Thorne, Movies, News, Spall, Television Programmes, Theater, Walters, West End

It doesn’t look like playwright Jack Thorne has any intention of slowing down since Broadway-bound Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’s, record-breaking achievements at the Olivier Awards earlier this month. Thorne’s got an excellent collaboration coming up with one academy award-winning director, and we can’t wait to see the outcome! In addition to the best play …read more!

Jude Law Casts a Spell Over Television, Film, and Stage in ‘Young Pope,’ ‘King Arthur,’ and ‘Obsession’

Apr 27, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Casting, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, Law, Movies, News, Props-Sets, Television Programmes, Trailers

The fandom is still abuzz over Jude Law’s casting as young Albus Dumbledore in the upcoming Fantastic Beasts sequel. And, since he’ll take over the iconic part for the next four films, we’re clamoring for indications of how he’ll play the role. Leaky just reported on Law’s first statements since the announcement, and it’s encouraging to hear how …read more!

David Thewlis on Playing the Villian in Fargo

Apr 27, 2017

Posted by: Ashley Kurtz

Actor Interviews, News, Television Programmes, Thewlis, Thewlis Interviews

Collider.com writer Allison Keene recently had the opportunity to talk to the cast of Fargo, chatting with different cast members and the crew about Season 3 of the show and David Thewlis’s character V.M. Varga. Although he couldn’t say much, Thewlis said about the character that, “He’s very hard to talk about. He’s by nature a mystery.” As fans of …read more!

Jack Thorne Gives Writing Advice and ‘His Dark Materials’ Updates–and Other Theater News!

Apr 24, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Interviews, Jack Thorne, News, Phelps, Television Programmes, Theater

We’ve got a broad range of theater news this week, from Jack Thorne’s writing tips and updates on the His Dark Materials series to James Phelps joining the newly-established Adam Morley “Sponsor a Playwright” Bursary panel to support burgeoning writing talent. Coming off his award-winning success penning Harry Potter and the Cursed Child for the stage and National …read more!

Tom Felton Proposes Future ‘Flash’ Story Arcs at Silicon Valley Comic Con

Apr 24, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Events, Fan Events, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Felton, Films, HP Cast, Interviews, Movies, News, Sudol, Television Programmes

Tom Felton appeared alongside The Flash co-star Grant Gustin at the second Silicon Valley Comic Con, Sunday. Felton, known to fans as Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, took on the role of Julian Albert in season three of the superhero television series and is acquiring new fans left and right who are loving what he brings …read more!

Future ‘Doctor Who’ Christmas Specials Could Be Even More Special for Potter Fans

Apr 20, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Bradley, Fans, J.K. Rowling, Media, News, Television Programmes, Tennant

New information regarding the popular Doctor Who Christmas specials could mean big things for those who love both Harry Potter and Doctor Who. From David Bradley guest starring as the First Doctor in this year’s upcoming special to a Harry Potter–Doctor Who mash-up that never came to pass, we’re really hoping these are more than just rumors. An anonymous source leaked …read more!

James and Oliver Phelps Tease New Project–Will They Make the Move to Television?!

Apr 19, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

BigNews, Conventions, HP Cast, Interviews, News, Phelps, Phelps Interviews, Television Programmes

James and Oliver Phelps have always been fan favorites at conventions, bringing the cheeky wit and affable demeanors that made them so endearing as the Weasley twins to the stage time after time.  Their visit to MegaCon in Florida last June was no exception, and they threw out some exciting news while there, hinting at a potential upcoming …read more!



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