Here’s a very interesting news story to add some spice to a somewhat boring day in Harry Potter land.  The New York Post is reporting that Warner Bros. have had to spend $500,000 so Daniel Radcliffe will be able to promote Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part II and miss a few nights of his play, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. According to the article:

In tense negotiations, “How To Succeed” producers refused to release Radcliffe for the days when Warner needed him — forcing the studio to buy out the whole theater for the nights he’d have to miss.

A source told us, “Warner Bros. is furious that Radcliffe committed to Broadway when he should be promoting ‘Harry Potter.’ This is the final film, so it’s a big deal. A grand world premiere is being planned as well as a US premiere and a press tour. They absolutely couldn’t do it without their big star. But the theater producers dug their heels in and said they wouldn’t release Radcliffe unless Warner bought out the entire theater for the nights they need him. Studio bosses are furious, but they have no choice but to pay up for five nights costing over $500,000.”

Radcliffe’s rep said, “Everything is fine, Dan is promoting the film and is happy to do so. With all productions there are scheduling issues but everything has all been worked out. Warner Bros. is very supportive of Dan, and there is no issue.

I don’t usually post stories like this but I thought it was very interesting and worth sharing.