“Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” Receives Accessible Editions
“Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” has been made accessible to a whole host of new readers thanks to two innovative publishers.
Byline: Callum Lloyd Thomas
Funko Pop! Releases Cornish Pixie, Mandrake, and Grindylow Set
Funko Pop! is offering another SDCC exclusive in the form of Pop! Minis: a “Harry Potter” three-pack set containing a Cornish pixie, mandrake, and grindylow. The new set can also be purchased online and in Barnes & Noble stores across the country.
“Fantastic Beasts” Is Coming to Comic-Con 2016
This is exciting! David Yates has revealed that he will be bringing new “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” footage to the San Diego Comic-Con later this month.
First Trailer for Daniel Radcliffe’s “Imperium” Is Here!
The first official trailer for Daniel Radcliffe’s latest film “Imperium” is upon us! It follows the release of a brand new poster for the film last week.
Emma Watson Invited to Join the Academy
Emma Watson has been invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The actress is among the 683 new members invited to join the Academy, the largest and most diverse class of new members in its 89-year history. Other invitees include “Fantastic Beasts” actress Carmen Ejogo and “Harry Potter” film producer David Barron.
“Cursed Child” Brings Forward Press Performances
It was revealed by the producers of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” today that the production will hold its press performance a week earlier than scheduled. The embargo on press reviews for the play, which has been holding preview performances since Tuesday, July 7, will now lift at 12:01 a.m. BST on Tuesday, July 26.
Fans Give Their Initial Thoughts on “Cursed Child”
Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock for the past few months, you will know that “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” finally opened for previews last night. Alas, it’s safe to say that the lucky fans who got to watch Part 1 were very pleased indeed! (The following audience reactions are completely spoiler-free!)
China, J.K. Rowling Has a Big Surprise for You
Potterheads in China are in for a treat! Organizers of the upcoming Shanghai International Film Festival have announced that they will be screening all eight films as part of this year’s event. In addition, the organizers have also let slip that a “surprise” is in store from none other than J.K. Rowling herself.
The Original Belle Approves of Emma Watson for “Beauty and the Beast”
This is sweet! As we all know, Emma Watson will be taking on the iconic role of Belle in Disney’s upcoming live-action take on “Beauty and the Beast”. Now, she’s even got the seal of approval from the original Belle!
