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The Making of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter Special on NBC
Posted by Megs

The Orlando Sentinel is reporting that NBC will be airing a special on the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park entitled “The Making of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.” on Sunday, June 6th at 7pm!

“Viewers will tour the immersive new land, explore the majestic corridors inside Hogwarts castle and wander the cobbled streets of Hogsmeade. Fans will also be treated to exclusive cast commentary and a sneak peek at the authentic detail woven through the entire environment, as well as the ground-breaking technology that will forever change the theme-park attraction experience.”

(forgot to post this last night! whoops!)

Filed Under: Universal Orlando Resort, Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Video of Flight of the Hippogriff at Potter Theme Park
Posted by Megs

Thanks to Inside the Magic, we have a video of the Flight of the Hippogriff ride at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park!

…what I did see upon walking across the bridge from the Lost Continent to Jurassic Park was that the Flight of the Hippogriff roller coaster was being tested, with several Hippogriff-adorned trains running the tracks, some with a Universal employee or two riding, some empty.

It’s interesting how Islands of Adventure’s Flying Unicorn roller coaster has been around for several years, often seen as a “kiddie” coaster and ignored by older guests, but now has suddenly become a focal point by being re-themed to Flight of the Hippogriff.

Today there didn’t appear to be much hope for an early opening of any part of the Wizarding World during regular park hours today. While the Hogwarts Express train was blowing its steam whistle regularly, nearby a loud noise of a power tool also sounded for a short moment, indicating that construction continues, at least in small doses. A walk through the Dueling Dragons queue (still leading up through the exit) let me spot a man working on some electrical wiring on the wall outside Dervish and Banges.

Filed Under: Universal Orlando Resort, Wizarding World of Harry Potter
More Photos and Video from the Cast Visit to WWoHP
Posted by Megs

We have 2 more photos and an official video from Matthew Lewis, Emma Watson, Robbie Coltrain and the Phelps Twins’ trip to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park.  See the photos in the gallery and the video below!

Thanks very much to Universal for emailing!

Filed Under: Half-Blood Prince, James and Oliver Phelps, Matthew Lewis, Robbie Coltrane, Universal Orlando Resort, Wizarding World of Harry Potter
More Photos and Videos of Potter Stars at HP Theme Park
Posted by Megs

There are some more photos and a  few videos from Matthew Lewis, Emma Watson, Robbie Coltrain and the Phelps Twins’ trip to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park today!  View the photos in the Lewis Lovers gallery and the videos below:



Thanks to SS for the second video!

Filed Under: Emma Watson, James and Oliver Phelps, Matthew Lewis, Robbie Coltrane, Universal Orlando Resort, Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Potter Stars Tour Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Posted by Megs

Harry Potter stars Matthew Lewis, Emma Watson, Robbie Coltrane and the Phelps Twins are in Florida right now touring the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park and we have a photo.  The photo also comes with a new report on the park!

It feels as though I’ve landed straight inside JK Rowling’s mind. Potter fans are going to love it. In fact, so too, will those who haven’t even seen one of the films. ‘I’ve basically built a film set,’ beams Alan Gilmore, the brain behind the aesthetics of the park as both Art Director to the attraction and several of the films. ‘I believe you could film scenes here if you wanted.’

Thanks Matthew-Lewis.com!

Filed Under: Emma Watson, James and Oliver Phelps, Matthew Lewis, Robbie Coltrane, Universal Orlando Resort, Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Emma Watson on Today Show
Posted by Megs

Emma Watson appeared on the Today Show today to announce the winners of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter contest.

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Filed Under: Emma Watson, Universal Orlando Resort, Wizarding World of Harry Potter
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