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Empire Magazine Scans

Megs — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:56:50 +0000

Thanks very much to RGN we have scans of the Empire Magazine issue I mentioned yesterday! The scans come with a bunch of new photos, hopefully WB will send High Resolution versions soon! See them all in the gallery!

Empire Magazine Features Harry Potter and Two New Photos!

Megs — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:47:05 +0000

EmpireOnline has released the cover of their upcoming Preview Issue in October! They have also released two new photos from the film! The first photo is of Lupin “attacking” Harry, which must be for the Seven Potters scene. Next is the trio with Rufus Scrimgeor when he is talking to them about Dumbledore at the Burrow. View the cover here and the photos here!

High Res Photo of Harry in Grimmauld Place

Megs — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:16:05 +0000

WB has sent over a high resolution version of the photo we received yesterday of Harry in Grimmauld Place. You can see the new photo in the gallery!

Tom, Chris and Matt to Attend 2010 Magic Christmas Convention in France

Megs — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 23:02:14 +0000

Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy), Chris Rankin (Percy Weasley) and Matt Lewis (Neville Longbottom) will attend the Magic Christmas Harry Potter convention in Paris, France. The convention takes place on the 18th and 19th of December this year at La Maison Internationale.

Guests will have the chance to attend talk sessions with speakers who worked on the Harry Potter films as well as a number of the actors. Attendees will also be able to meet the special guests during photoshoot and autograph sessions. Games, contests, magic shows, an orchestra playing music from the films and a Christmas Ball will also feature over the weekend.

Tickets are now on sale here at SpotLight Events; there are different packages with prices starting at €55 for the Squib Pass, €140 for the Wizard Pass and €200 for the Order of Merlin Pass.

Thanks TLC!

Evanna Lynch to do reading of Foster on BBC Radio

Megs — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:27:32 +0000

Tomorrow through Thursday on BBC Radio 4 FM, Evanna Lynch (Luna) will do a reading of Foster by Claire Keagan. The story will air in three 15-minute segments, August 31 through September 2, at 3:30 p.m.

A heartbreaking, haunting story of childhood, loss and love by one of Ireland’s most acclaimed writers. A small girl is sent to live with her mother’s people on a farm in rural Ireland, without knowing when she will return home. In the strangers’ house, she finds a warmth and affection she has not known before and slowly begins to blossom in their care. And then a secret is revealed, and suddenly, she realizes how fragile her idyll is.

After airing the episodes will be available online here on the BBC iPlayer for one week.

Thanks SS!

New Promotional Photo from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Released

Megs — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:10:42 +0000

MTV has released a new photo from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows of Harry in Grimmauld Place. You can view the photo in the gallery!

Sweet Magic Sweepstakes

Megs — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 21:20:24 +0000

Gimmee Jimmy’s Cookies and Bakery is holding a contest called the “Sweet Magic Sweepstakes” where you can win a 2-day, 3-night trip for two (2) to Universal Orlando® Resort for a chance to visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Part of the proceeds from purchases will also go to Habitat for Humanity Sarasota. For all details on the sweepstakes click here and for the basics, read below:

Gimmee Jimmy’s Cookies and Bakery is raising funds for its charity partner, Habitat for Humanity Sarasota. Donations will be made to Habitat for every cookie order (see donation amounts below).

Gimmee Jimmy’s Cookies is also pleased to announce the Sweet Magic Sweepstakes, which will award one winner a 2-day, 3-night trip for two (2) to Universal Orlando® Resort for a chance to visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

GRAND PRIZE:
•   Roundtrip airfare for two to Orlando
•   Transportation between airport and hotel
•   3 nights at a hotel with transportation to resort
•   2-day, 2-park tickets to both Universal Orlando® theme parks
•   Other magical extras

TO ENTER AND HELP OUT HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SARASOTA: 1.   Make an eligible cookie purchase using the coupon codes below.
2.   You’ll automatically be entered for a chance to win.

Discount Pricing                                                       Coupon Code*           Proceeds to Habitat
1 lb. of cookies $22.95 Reduced from $24.95     HFHSRQ1 $5
2 lbs. of cookies $29.95 Reduced from $33.95    HFHSRQ2 $10
3 lbs. of cookies $37.95 Reduced from $43.95     HFHSRQ3 $15
4 lbs. of cookies $44.95 Reduced from $52.95     HFHSRQ4 $20
8 lbs. of cookies $84.95 Reduced from $94.95     HFHSRQ8 $25
ALL ORDERS INCLUDE FREE UPS GROUND SHIPPING
One (1) entry will be awarded for every pound (lb.) of cookies purchased.

New Role for Jessie Cave in ‘Breed’

Megs — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 21:40:57 +0000

Jessie Cave is set to star in a new production entitled Breed which will run from 21 September – 16 October 2010. You can buy tickets here. According to their site:

“From the night you were born, puppy, I knew I’d do anything for you.”

Liv is in trouble – her mum’s planning a dog fight, her dad’s getting out of jail, her brother’s getting too close to her baby, the police are sniffing around and the pack is closing in. A sharp and savage story of the animals we are and the people we try to be.

Rising star Jessie Cave (Harry Potter) leads an outstanding cast in a play with bite from Olivier Award-winning Theatre503.

More Images of Bonnie from ASOS Shoot [UPDATED]

Megs — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 20:32:00 +0000

Two more images from Bonnie Wright’s photoshoot with ASOS Magazine are now online! wemakemags has uploaded a scan of one of Bonnie’s spreads.

Thanks to BWO for the tip!

UPDATE: Thanks to SS and Marnie we have full scans of Bonnie’s feature!

Review: Universal Orlando 2011 (The Ultimate Guide To The Ultimate Theme Park Adventure)

Megs — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 19:20:30 +0000

This weekend The Intrepid Traveler kindly sent over a copy of Universal Orlando 2011 so I could check out their new 16 page chapter on The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. This book also contains a ton of great information on all the other Universal Theme Parks & is a definite must read if you plan on visiting any of the parks.

As someone who has not been able to visit the theme park yet (depressing!) I excitedly opened the book right up to the Wizarding World chapter to read all about it. The section begins with a short introduction on the park noting some pros and cons. Then they get into each ride and rate them, say how long they take and even have some tips and notes such as, “There is a small pouch in the back of each rider’s seat, just big enough for your keys, wallet, and cellphone or compact camera. Don’t forget your belongings when your journey ends!” Everything is very descriptive and gives you a good idea of what to expect when entering the park.

At the end of the chapter the authors tell readers about the food and shopping in the park giving prices for some of the items. This will definitely be helpful for the fans that are trying to decide how much money they need to save before visiting the park.

For those of you that want to know more about other parks as well you can read about Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, CityWalk and the Resort Hotels. The book also lets you know where to stay if you don’t want to stay at a resort hotel. There is also a list of all the places you can eat and where they are located. You will definitely want to get this book before making a trip to the parks and to take it with you to use as a guide.

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If you are interested in purchasing this book, I suggest you do it before Labor Day since the book is HALF OFF with free shipping until then, so you will pay $7.98 rather than $15.95! Head over to this page to order it! You can also pre-order the book on Amazon.com.