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Master Class for Harry Potter Cast Today from Ralph Fiennes

Fri Oct 30 15:00:00 -0400 2009

There was another thrill- inspiring twitter today, this from actor Matt Lewis (Neville) regarding the ongoing filming for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. While we knew that 43 principals are currently involved, and the calibre of the actors in the movies has long been established, the cast are clearly enjoying and reveling in the moment, witness the following: "Ralph Fiennes is cool as. L...

Happy Birthday, Molly Weasley

Fri Oct 30 08:50:00 -0400 2009

When fierce comes to shove, you can not beat a mother's love. As noted on JKRowling.com today, today is a day to celebrate the life of one very fiery, sometimes flawed, sometimes fantastic, always fascinating and occasionally flat out wonderful mother, Molly Weasley. Cheers to you Molly, Happy Birthday!

Dan Radcliffe Narrates Short Film for 2010 Holocaust Memorial Day

Thu Oct 29 21:41:00 -0400 2009

Harry Potter actor Dan Radcliffe has lent his voice as narrator to a short film entitled The Legacy of Hope for the 2010 Holocaust Memorial Day Trust. Our Order Partner DanRadcliffe.com reports that the film focuses on the survivors of the Holocaust during World War II and their stories. This film can be viewed online via the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust website right here.

In a press release,...

Tomy to Make Toys, Games, More for Harry Potter and Deathly Hallows

Thu Oct 29 11:21:00 -0400 2009

Harry Potter product watch continues today as we now have confirmation there will be new toys games and more for the upcoming two films of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Toy news Magazine reports that TOMY is the new European regional master toy licensee, and the three year deal "will see the company launch a range of action figures, games, electronic toys and role play items for Harry P...

43 Principal Cast Members Due on Set of Deathly Hallows Tomorrow

Wed Oct 28 18:43:00 -0400 2009

and it comes to us, the great battle of Hogwarts...Check out this eye popping Twitter update from actor Chris Rankin (Percy) regarding the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: "in the hotel, excited for filming in the morrow, but not excited for the 5am wake-up call... 43 principal cast on set tomorrow...!

Wow.

Thanks Thiego!

PotterCast 207: The Fourth Hallow

Wed Oct 28 17:41:00 -0400 2009

Our 207th episode of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, is online for your audible enjoyment. This episode features the latest in Potter news, including distribution news for Rupert Grint's Cherrybomb film, Dan Radcliffe's next possible Broadway show, Ralph Finnees now filming as Lord Voldemort for Deathly Hallows film, J. K. Rowling's future project, the latest on actor Michael Gambon, a...

The Harry Potter Alliance and America's Giving Challenge

Wed Oct 28 14:02:00 -0400 2009

Calling all members of Dumbledore's Army! The Harry Potter Alliance is reaching out today, asking for your help with a contest that will also do good for others. The HPA has entered a contest where they can win $1,000 to help continue their charitable good works when you donate to others, all within a 24 hour period. Andrew Slack of the HPA says of this new effort:

"Here is the deal: the HPA has

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Happy Birthday, Devon Murray

Wed Oct 28 09:18:00 -0400 2009

Cheers and good wishes are the rule for today, as actor Devon Murray (Seamus Finnigan) is celebrating his 21st birthday! Sláinte Devon, Happy Birthday!

Open Casting Call for Actors at Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Wed Oct 28 09:09:00 -0400 2009

Calling all actors! There will be an open casting call held next month for roles at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park attraction under construction at Universal Orlando. Thanks to Orlando Attractions Magazine, we now know that auditions will be held on November 14 and 15th with rehearsals set for January, all very exciting news. Quotage as follows:

"They’re looking for male and fema...

Half-Blood Prince Nominated for Kids' Vote BAFTA, SFX Awards

Tue Oct 27 15:54:00 -0400 2009

We have two award nominations to tell you about regarding Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. First the film was among those nominated in the British Academy of Film and Television Arts Kids' Vote category for Best Film. Children ages seven to fourteen are now able to vote online for their choice of movie of the year including Half-Blood Prince at this link. Voting runs now until November 2...

New Video of Matt Lewis at Harry Potter, the Exhibition in Boston

Mon Oct 26 19:36:00 -0400 2009

Last week, Harry Potter, the Exhibition opened at the Museum of Science in Boston, Massachusetts. Readers will recall that TLC was at the event and brought you audio interviews with actor Matt Lewis (Neville Longbottom) along with our report and photos here. Thanks to WB, we now have some good new video of Matt at the Exhibition, where he discusses going through the various sets and props from ...

We Love the Weasleys and Other High Res Photos from OotP

Sun Oct 25 07:00:00 -0400 2009

The high res photos from Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix continue to trickle out, as there are more online today. We love the Weasleys, especially this photo of the delightful Julie Walters and Mark Williams as Molly and Arthur Weasley. Also notable is this of rehearsals for the aftermath of the lightening struck tower, as the various cast (and notice the double for Hagrid) bundle up ...

Unlock the Secrets with the Half-Blood Prince Blu-Ray DVD Commercial

Sun Oct 25 06:40:00 -0400 2009

Amazon.com now has this new video online advertising the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Blu-ray DVD in a spot called "Unlock the Secrets." Of note are new quick looks at cast members such as Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley, our King) in his harness to film for the Quidditch scenes, Matt Lewis (Neville) and Alfie Enoch (Dean), Emma Watson (Hermione), Jessie Cave (Lavender) and Dan Radcliffe ...

John Williams to Lead CSO in Performance of Harry Potter Music Next Month

Sat Oct 24 21:34:00 -0400 2009

Attention music fans! The Chicago Symphony Orchestra will be hosting a special music event this Thanksgiving weekend as they present a John Williams Movie Music Spectacular. The legendary composer will be leading the Chicago Symphony Orchestra as they perform a grand suite of some of his wonderful music heard in the Harry Potter films. An additional treat is in store as there will also be a tri...

The Ace of Cakes Takes on The Hogwarts Express

Sat Oct 24 16:26:00 -0400 2009

It's all aboard the Hogwarts Express this week as the Ace of Cakes returns with a new program on their special cake created for the New York premiere of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Readers will recall that back in July, master baker Duff and his crew at Charm City Cakes created another fantastic cake for the premiere, this in the shape of the Hogwarts Express. This week, fans will b...