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Something wicked is coming to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London as Dark Arts is set to return this Hallowe’en

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Can you feel a chill in the air? It must be the Dementors descending on Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, as it prepares to embrace the Dark side of the wizarding world once again.

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Running from 12th September until 9th November 2025, Dark Arts is *the* perfect experience for the Harry Potter fan who wants to add an extra thrill to their Hallowe’en. 

It wouldn’t be spooky season without a few (ok, over one hundred) pumpkins. Floating above the house tables, they are the icing-on-the-cake for the Great Hall which has been decked out in all its Hallowe’en glory.  

We’d also recommend keeping your wits about you, the Death Eaters have returned with their petrifying procession. Lurking around certain authentic sets, they may just surprise you with a dazzling wand combat display, choreographed by the mastermind behind the wand duels in *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*, Paul Harris.  

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As if the Forbidden Forest wasn’t spooky enough on its own, watch out for the infamous guards of Azkaban waiting in the shadows… that’s right, the Dementors are back. Although don’t despair! In fact, think of an incredibly happy memory. Those of you who were brave enough to venture into the forest will be able to have a go at fending them off by casting your own Patronus Charm. 

Plus, if you have ever wanted to know just how these macabre beings were created for the films, you won’t want to miss the hands-on demonstration at the Creatures Workshop. Here you can get a glimpse into the *Dark Artistry* that went into crafting the Dementors.  

These are just the tip of the terrifying iceberg, from testing your duelling skills in the Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom to witnessing a behind-the-scenes demonstration of Ollivander’s kidnapping in Diagon Alley, Dark magic has spread throughout the Studio Tour.  

Helpful hint, if you spot the Dark Mark (the sinister symbol of Lord Voldemort), you might want to grab your newly redesigned Studio Tour Activity Passport and take a closer look… secrets may just be revealed.

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## NOX – the ultimate Dark Arts experience 
For those on the hunt for their ultimate Hallowe’en adventure, come along (if you dare) to the spook-tacular, after-hours event NOX.

NOX returns to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London

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As you can see, it is an evening packed full of tricks *and* treats. In fact, it is so popular, an extra night has now been added to the event, running between 29th October to 31st October 2025.  

So, if you are age 16 or older, and want to discover the magic of the Studio Tour under the cover of night, keep an eye out – more details will soon be revealed.

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Tickets for Nox will be going on sale on the 9th July. More information can be [found on the official website](https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/whats-on/nox/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=wizardingworld&utm_campaign=nox).  

The Studio Tour’s Dark Arts feature will run 12th September – 9th November 2025. [Tickets must be pre-booked](https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/whats-on/dark-arts/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=wizardingworld&utm_campaign=dark-arts), and all Dark Arts additions are included in the ticket price.

Special Harry Potter birthday pop up to appear in Soho, London 

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UK Harry Potter fans will do well to mark their calendars for this upcoming celebratory pop-up, magically appearing for one day only in the heart of London’s Soho. The event will be ticketed with free, timed entry tickets, which are available on Thursday 17th July from 11am via [DesignMyNight.](https://www.designmynight.com/london/whats-on/pop-up/harry-potter-birthday-celebration-pop-up-london?t=tickets)

Lucky ticket holders can expect to sign a giant Harry Potter birthday card, indulge in some wizarding cupcake tasting and take part in some fun competitions with magical giveaways – all in honour of The Boy Who Lived’s special day. Here’s the full list of all the action:

•	__Sign Harry’s Giant Birthday Card__: Each guest can write in the card and leave a special birthday wish for Harry Potter! 
•	__Guess How Many Hogwarts House Jellybeans Challenge__: Use your powers of Divination to guess how many Hogwarts house colour themed jellybeans are in the jar and be in with a chance of winning a spectacular prize! 
•	__Face Painting__: Add a touch of magic to your day with a special Harry Potter themed face paint art. 
•	__Photo Opportunities__: Capture your magical moment in our special Harry’s Birthday Celebration photobooth and take away your photo. Guests will also have the chance to pose with a LEGO big build of Harry Potter himself! 
•	__Harry Potter Cupcake Tasting:__ No birthday party is complete without cake, and these are truly spellbinding! Treat yourself to a full-sized cupcake courtesy of Lola’s Cupcakes, each topped with a whimsical wizarding icon like the Golden Snitch, Sorting Hat, Harry Potter logo, or a Chocolate Frog - while supplies last. 
•	__Spellbinding Displays:__ Check out enchanting Harry Potter-themed products and displays from Bloomsbury, Jazwares, MGA, The Noble Collection, Rubies, Smyths and Spinmaster (please note that the product is for display purposes only and there will be no sales). 
•	__Get up close and personal__ with costumes from the West End production of *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*. 
•	__Magical Prizes and Surprise Giveaways:__ Prizes from the likes of LEGO, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and more will be awarded throughout the day for creative costumes, guest participation, and more. 
•	__Stamp Card Collection:__ Collect stamps on your special birthday-themed card as you explore the pop-up and activities. Complete your collection and claim a magical party favour to take home! 

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The Harry Potter Birthday Celebration Pop-Up will open at __10am – 6pm on 31st July at 15 Bateman Street, London, W1D 3AQ__. Many happy returns, Mr Potter! We can’t wait to see you there. 

And a friendly reminder: the event will be strictly ticketed access with free, timed entry tickets via [DesignMyNight](https://www.designmynight.com/london/whats-on/pop-up/harry-potter-birthday-celebration-pop-up-london?t=tickets), available to fans on a first come, first served basis. Stay tuned and [sign up to the Harry Potter newsletter](https://www.harrypotter.com/register), where we’ll let you know as soon as ticketing is available.

So, get your Seeker skills ready, because those tickets are likely to be snapped up quicker than Harry grabbing a particularly erratic Golden Snitch. Good luck!

Everything you need to know about your new HarryPotter.com public profile

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## Discover your Patronus and what it means 

As you may know, when you sign up to HarryPotter.com, you can discover your Hogwarts house, wand and Patronus. For the [Patronus Experience](https://www.harrypotter.com/patronus), we’ve enhanced your results page, so you can now see what your silvery, animal guardian of choice may mean. For example – got a Salmon Patronus and having an existential crisis about it? No more. [Salmon are very useful](https://www.harrypotter.com/patronus/salmon), actually, as you’ll learn!

[Step into the forest and discover your Patronus now.](https://www.harrypotter.com/patronus)

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## Share your profile – and check out other witches and wizards

There are thousands upon thousands of fellow Harry Potter fans out there, and now you can check out how they’ve created their profiles. You’ll only be able to see their initials – but there is lots of fun to be had browsing around your fellow aspiring witches & wizards and seeing all the fun Patronus/Hogwarts house combinations (any Hufflepuffs with Badger Patronuses out there?) Be sure to share your own profile too, so people can see just exactly how you represent yourself in the wizarding world. Don't want to share your profile? That's totally fine too - just hit the toggle in the settings either way.

[Take a look!](https://www.harrypotter.com/profile)

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## Create your very own magical portrait – and collect special unlockable content  

In your profile, you can create your own Hogwarts-style portrait, complete with hundreds of different physical traits, backgrounds, accessories and much more. But we also sometimes put out secret items into the universe, which you can unlock with a secret code.

Crack the code, and voila: your special item is revealed. And now, you can collect up all of your unlockables on your profile, so everything is neat and tidy in one place. And you can brag to your friends about how many you’ve collected.

[Unlock Portrait Maker secrets here.](https://www.harrypotter.com/item-unlock)

## Complete your wizarding checklist 

We love a checklist – it just makes us feel more whole. On your profile, if you’ve missed any of our fun experiences, you’ll now be able to see what you’ve completed – and what magic is still to be discovered. It will give you a tremendous amount of satisfaction, trust us. 


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So that’s the new stuff. But in case you’re newly registering, don’t forget to check out our existing features too. Although we’re sure you’ve heard about one...

## Discover your Hogwarts house 

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It is somewhat possible you’ve been living under a rock – or had a Confundus Charm hit you – and not realised you can discover your Hogwarts house in our [Official Sorting Ceremony](https://www.harrypotter.com/news/discover-your-hogwarts-house-on-wizarding-world). But never fear. The Sorting Hat is always waiting for you – and will help you discover if you belong in Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff or Slytherin, depending on how you answer the Hat’s mysterious questions. 

You’ll even be able to choose a Hogwarts pet along the way (we personally adore the three toed tree toad) and at the end, be presented with your Hogwarts house page, where you can learn more about your house, get a special letter from your house prefect, and discover which fellow Harry Potter characters are part of your new home. 

[Ready to play?](https://www.harrypotter.com/sorting-hat)

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## Find your wand in the Official Wand Ceremony 

So that’s your Hogwarts house done...but did you also know you can discover your own wand too? We have so many different versions to find, from different wand woods, lengths and cores. We’ll even tell you if your wand is swishy, sturdy or bendy – it’s all very important to know! 

Like with the [Sorting Ceremony](https://www.harrypotter.com/fact-file/magical-miscellany/the-sorting-ceremony), immerse yourself with a series of fascinating prompts to discover what sort of wand is right for you. But of course, really, you’re not choosing the wand – the wand is choosing you.

[Discover your wand!](https://my.harrypotter.com/wand/)


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## Opt in to our newsletter 

Oh, didn’t you know we have a fabulous newsletter, crammed full of fun facts, discounts, hot-off-the-press news and much more? Think of it like you’re very own Hogwarts bulletin – although sadly this comes to your inbox, rather than via owl. 

[Register here!](https://www.harrypotter.com/register) 🦉

## Explore more HarryPotter.com content 

And when your profile is looking spick and span, we invite you to explore our humble website until your hearts’ content. From [features](https://www.harrypotter.com/features), [quizzes](https://www.harrypotter.com/quiz), [puzzles](https://www.harrypotter.com/collections/potter-puzzles), [fact-files](https://www.harrypotter.com/fact-file), [videos](https://www.harrypotter.com/features/watch-all-of-discover-harry-potter) to the hottest [wizarding world news](https://www.harrypotter.com/news) – we’ve always got you covered here. 

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__Enjoy your new profiles: we’re expecting great things!__

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Minalima release new Ministry of Magic collection 

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From 3D cards to specially-designed notebooks, [these items](https://minalima.com/shop-wizarding-world/explore-wizarding-world/) will make your office or desk look very official and important indeed!

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Film fans will remember the scenes at the [British Ministry of Magic](https://www.harrypotter.com/fact-file/locations/the-ministry-of-magic) all too well - from the formidable atrium to those flying memos. As featured in *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*, the original props inside the Ministry were designed by Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima - so this new collection is inspired by their own original pieces. 

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The collection is made up of nine pieces including a pin badge set, passport holder, mug, pen set, 3D notecard, notebook set, 3D stickers, stationery set and art print. And eagle-eyed fans will do well to admire the meticulous details. We particularly enjoy the Mafalda Hopkirk Howler in the print - especially the little purple lipstick!

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The collection infuses a little bit of magic into every-day items. For example, the Ministry of Magic identity card has been transformed into a real-leather passport holder. And the intricate mosaic of the Wizengamot courtrooms, where Harry is summoned for his infamous hearing, is a recurring motif in these pieces, such as this ceramic mug emblazoned with shining gold tiles. 


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Miraphora Mina said of the collection: “The Ministry of Magic was a graphic designers’ dream with its never-ending paper ephemera, official identity cards, and, of course, the most magnificent interdepartmental memos. Bringing the seat of wizarding governance to life on screen required casting a carefully crafted spell of storytelling, world-building, and elevated design—making the Ministry a perfect reflection of all that we do at Studio MinaLima.”

Eduardo Lima added “From designing the very first Ministry logo for the Harry Potter films to creating the visual identity for each of the international Ministries in the Fantastic Beasts films, the Ministry of Magic has played a central role in our 24 year-long relationship with the Harry Potter franchise. And now, we are thrilled to give fans the chance to take home a little piece of the original magic with our new collection.”

We're thrilled too!

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So, embrace your inner Minister for Magic (or maybe you'd be more comfortable in the Misuse of Muggle Artefacts Office?) and get stuck into these flashy new wizarding world goodies.

To browse this collection or learn more about MinaLima and all of their beautiful art, [visit their official website.](https://minalima.com/shop-wizarding-world/explore-wizarding-world/)

Get ready for the Yule Ball as Hogwarts in the Snow returns at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London

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Nobody does Christmas quite like Hogwarts, but don’t just take our word for it, experience it for yourself as Hogwarts in the Snow and Dinner in the Great Hall are both set to return to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter later this year. 

Running from 15th November 2025 to 18th January 2026, Hogwarts in the Snow has become a Christmas classic. This year is set to be truly spectacular, with the focus on the festivities seen in *Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire*, which can only mean one thing… the Yule Ball!

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If you step into the Great Hall, you’ll find the front stage has been transformed to recreate the Yule Ball in all its wintry wonder... complete with some suitably icy instruments. The rest of the set will leave you feeling festive too – from the Christmas trees lightly dusted with snow, to the Hogwarts house tables groaning under the weight of a magnificent feast. 

The Great Hall isn’t the only set to have a winter revamp – the Forbidden Forest, Diagon Alley and Gryffindor common room will all be dressed in their Christmas finest, complete with twinkling icicles, a few favourite seasonal props and snow. 

Speaking of which, there will also be the opportunity to uncover the filmmaking secrets of how the snow and ice – which doesn’t melt and still crunches underfoot – were created for the films. 

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Fans can also send a festive note to fellow witches and wizards with Christmas cards available to decorate from Platform 9 ¾ beside the original Hogwarts Express. 

Finally, and something we are particularly excited about, this year’s Hogwarts in the Snow feature includes a special spotlight on our favourite half-giant, Hagrid. Take in the must-see demonstration which reveals the filmmaking magic that helped bring him to life – including a close-up look at the animatronic head used in the films and a behind-the-scenes view of the memorable snowy scene where Hagrid pulled a huge Christmas tree through the Hogwarts grounds. 

## Dinner in the Great Hall 

And the festive fun does not stop there! The Studio Tour has an extra Christmassy treat up its sleeves to make sure you have a very *Harry Christmas*…

Christmas dinner in the Great Hall returns to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London 

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Yes! [Dinner in the Great Hall will be returning for 2025](https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/whats-on/dinner-in-the-great-hall-events/?utm_medium=web&utm_source=wizardingworld&utm_campaign=ditgh-2025-announcement). Enjoy a mouthwatering two-course festive feast, as you soak up the atmosphere beneath the twinkling decorations, before moving to Platform 9 ¾ for the most important course of all – pudding. Finish off your delightful evening with exclusive after-hours access to the Studio Tour in all its wintry splendour.

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This delicious dinner will be hosted on the evenings of 8th, 9th and 10th December, with a special family dinner in the Great Hall, suitable for all ages, on 5th December. 

Tickets for Dinner in the Great Hall go on sale on 26th June 2025.  

All tickets must be pre-booked, and all features are included in the ticket price. All the details, including tickets, can be found on the [Warner Bros. Studio Tour London website](https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/whats-on/hogwarts-in-the-snow/?utm_medium=web&utm_source=wizardingworld&utm_campaign=hits-2025-announcement).

Our official Sorting Ceremony is launching in Brazilian Portuguese

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🇧🇷 [Leia em português!](#portuguese) 

We have already sorted millions of you into your houses over the years, and we’re always excited to meet new members! 

For those that might not know, our official Sorting Ceremony invites you to discover your Hogwarts house with a series of interesting questions – and even asks you to choose a Hogwarts pet. At the end of the experience, you will find out, once and for all, whether you belong to Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw or Slytherin. 

To play our Sorting Ceremony, simply [visit our Sorting Ceremony here](/sorting-hat) and find the flag that corresponds with your language. Did you know you can also take the Ceremony in [Japanese](https://www.harrypotter.com/news/a-guide-to-the-sorting-ceremony-now-in-japanese), [Spanish, French and German](https://www.harrypotter.com/news/sorting-hat-ceremony-now-available-in-french-spanish-german) – alongside English?

At the end of the Ceremony, your profile will magically change to the colours of your house – where you can learn more about your new tribe, such as the history of your house, your house founder, and much more.

(And yes, before you ask, there is nothing wrong with being sorted into Slytherin! [Maybe this handy video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Jr-YOjLvpI) will convince you...) 

Once you’ve discovered your new Hogwarts house, there are all sorts of magical activities for you to participate on here at HarryPotter.com. Perhaps you’d like to create your very own Wizarding Portrait, that transcends all languages? [Take a look at your new profile and explore. ](https://www.harrypotter.com/profile) 

When you register with us, we also encourage you to sign up [to the Harry Potter Fan Club](/register), where you can learn about future updates from us too through our newsletter. Don’t worry, it’s all digital, so no physical owls will be turning up at your door! 

So, keep a lookout: we hope you love our new Brazilian Portuguese-speaking Sorting Hat! 

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__Nossa Cerimônia de Seleção oficial será lançada em português__

Viva Hogwarts! Temos uma notícia empolgante para compartilhar com quem fala português: está confirmado o lançamento da Experiência de Seleção no seu idioma.

Já selecionamos milhões de vocês para suas casas ao longo dos anos e gostaríamos de receber novos membros.

Para quem não sabe, nossa Cerimônia de Seleção oficial convida você a descobrir sua casa de Hogwarts com várias perguntas interessantes. Você escolhe até seu animal de estimação. Ao final da experiência, você saberá, de uma vez por todas, qual a sua casa: Grifinória, Lufa-Lufa, Corvinal ou Sonserina.

Para vivenciar a Cerimônia de Seleção, basta você [acessar a Cerimônia de Seleção aqui](/chapéu-seletor) e encontrar a bandeira correspondente ao seu idioma. Você sabia que pode participar da cerimônia também em japonês, espanhol, francês, alemão e inglês?
Ao final da cerimônia, seu perfil será magicamente alterado para as cores da sua casa, onde você poderá aprender mais sobre seu novo grupo, como a história da casa, quem foi seu fundador e muito mais.

[(E antes que você pergunte, não há nada de errado em ir para a Sonserina! Quem sabe este vídeo te convença…)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Jr-YOjLvpI)
Assim que você souber qual sua casa em Hogwarts, você terá várias atividades mágicas para participar em HarryPotter.com. Quer criar seu próprio Retrato Mágico, que ultrapassa qualquer idioma? Dê uma olhada no seu novo perfil e explore.

Depois de se registrar conosco, incentivamos você a se cadastrar [no Fã-clube do Harry Potter](/cadastro), onde também poderá ficar sabendo sobre futuras atualizações por meio de nosso boletim. Não precisa se preocupar, nenhuma coruja baterá na sua porta porque é tudo digital.
Acompanhe o site nos próximos dias.

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New Harry Potter Shops to open in Harajuku, Japan

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Konichiwa, Harry Potter fans of Japan! 

A new shopping experience, Harry Potter Shop Harajuku, is opening in Tokyo in August 2025, full of wizarding world merchandise to cast a spell on you.

Located in one of the world’s most iconic shopping districts of Tokyo — a centre of culture, fashion, and trends — the flagship store promises to bring all the magic to Harry Potter fans visiting.

Located along the historic tree-lined path that extends from Yoyogi Park, the shop features an interior inspired by the [Forbidden Forest](https://www.harrypotter.com/fact-file/locations/the-forbidden-forest) – so fans will feel like they are traversing the mysterious woodlands that lie on the outskirts of Hogwarts. Don't worry - we doubt you'll bump into any pesky Acromantula.

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And that's not all. The Mahou-Dokoro Akasaka Wizarding World Street store, which is set to close on Sunday 29th June, will reopen on Thursday 17th July as Harry Potter Shop Akasaka - so fans based in this area will also get a chance to partake in a bewitching shopping spree.

It has been a particularly spellbinding season for Japan-based Harry Potter fans as of late. These two shops follow the launch of [Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter](https://www.harrypotter.com/discover-experiences/experiences/warner-bros-studio-tour-tokyo-the-making-of-harry-potter) in June 2023 and the launch of the official online shop [Harry Potter Shop Online Japan in July 2024](https://harrypottershop.jp/). Meanwhile, the play, *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* has a Japanese production at the [TBS Akasaka ACT Theater](https://www.harrypotter-stage.jp/en/), with tickets currently available up to October 2025. Hey, if you're in Akasaka already, you could make a full magical day of it! 

So, keep an eye out this summer for more magic on the high streets of Japan. If only we had some Floo Powder so we could hop over to visit.

Visit the [official website for Harry Potter Shop Harajuku](https://harrypottershop.jp/pages/harajuku?utm_medium=social&utm_source=wizardingworld&utm_campaign=harajuku-announcement) and [Harry Potter Shop Akasaka](https://harrypottershop.co.uk/pages/akasaka?utm_medium=social&utm_source=wizardingworld&utm_campaign=akasaka-announcement) to hear more about it all!

Further casting confirmed for HBO Original Harry Potter series including Molly Weasley, Draco & Lucius Malfoy, Mr & Mrs Dursley and more

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Our wizarding world family is getting larger by the day. 

We can now confirm a new slew of fantastic talent confirmed for the HBO Original Harry Potter series, from witches and wizards to a couple of Muggles! 

Molly Weasley will be played by BAFTA winner Katherine Parkinson, while Draco and Lucius Malfoy will be played by Lox Pratt and Johnny Flynn respectively. 

Joining the cast of Hogwarts students are Leo Earley, who will play Seamus Finnigan, while Alessia Leoni takes on fellow Gryffindor housemate, Parvati Patil. Sienna Moosah will play Parvati’s best friend, Lavender Brown.

Bel Powley has been cast as Petunia Dursley with BAFTA winner Daniel Rigby joining her as Vernon Dursley. 

And finally, we have a new Minister for Magic! Double Olivier and Tony Award winning performer Bertie Carvel will be portraying Cornelius Fudge.

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*First Row L-R: Katherine Parkinson, Lox Pratt, Johnny Flynn Second Row L-R: Leo Earley, Alessia Leoni, Sienna Moosah, Third Row L-R: Bel Powley, Daniel Rigby, Bertie Carvel*

These latest casting announcements [are in good company](https://www.harrypotter.com/features/everything-we-know-about-the-harry-potter-tv-series-so-far), joining the likes of John Lithgow (Albus Dumbledore), Janet McTeer (Minerva McGonagall), Paapa Essiedu (Severus Snape), Nick Frost (Rubeus Hagrid), Luke Thallon (Quirinus Quirrell) and Paul Whitehouse (Argus Filch). 

Recently, we announced [the main trio’s casting too](https://www.harrypotter.com/news/harry-ron-and-hermione-casting-revealed-for-harry-potter-hbo-original-series): Dominic McLaughlin plays Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton is Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley will be played by Alastair Stout.

Keep your eyes peeled for more names and news as we have it. [Or sign up to our newsletter to get updates straight to your inbox!](https://www.harrypotter.com/register)

We’re getting seriously excited over here already! 

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About the series: The series will be a faithful adaptation of the beloved Harry Potter books by author and executive producer J.K. Rowling. Each season will bring Harry Potter to new and existing audiences, streaming exclusively on HBO Max where it’s available, including in upcoming launch markets Germany, Italy and the UK. The original classic films will remain available to watch around the world.

Credits: The series is written and executive produced by Francesca Gardiner. Mark Mylod will executive produce and direct multiple episodes of the series for HBO in association with Brontë Film and TV and Warner Bros. Television. The series is executive produced by J.K. Rowling, Neil Blair, and Ruth Kenley-Letts of Brontë Film and TV, and David Heyman of Heyday Films. 


Tom Felton to play Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway

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__Update! Due to high demand, Tom's Broadway run has now been EXTENDED to the 10th May.__

Nope, your internet has not gone wobbly: this is really happening. 

Tom Felton, who played Harry’s nemesis Draco Malfoy in all eight of the original Harry Potter films, is to play the character once again as a grown-up. In fact, Tom will be exactly the same age as the character is in the play.

For 19 weeks only, you can catch Tom don the iconic blond wig from 11th November 2025 to 22nd March 2026 at [New York’s Lyric Theatre.](https://broadway.harrypottertheplay.com/)

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To see Tom’s big Broadway debut, fans can [sign up with the Cursed Child website for first access to tickets](https://broadway.harrypottertheplay.com), which will unlock entry to the first pre-sale on Tuesday, 10th June at 11 a.m. ET. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Thursday, 12th June at 11 a.m. ET.

You can also [register with the Harry Potter Fan Club](https://www.harrypotter.com/register) to get a pre-sale link drop straight into your inbox on 11th June. Oh, and remember to do so before 11.59 PM ET on 10th June if you want in. Draco is waiting! 

It has been 15 years since the actor last played the conflicted Slytherin, and now, Tom examines the character in adulthood, with the play set 19 years after the events of *Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows*. On the casting, Tom described the feeling as “surreal” and was “thrilled” to be taking part in the show.

“Being a part of the Harry Potter films has been one of the greatest honours of my life,” he said.

“Joining this production will be a full-circle moment for me, because when I begin performances in *Cursed Child* this fall, I’ll also be the exact age Draco is in the play. It’s surreal to be stepping back into his shoes – and of course his iconic platinum blond hair – and I am thrilled to be able to see his story through and to share it with the greatest fan community in the world. I look forward to joining this incredible company and being a part of the Broadway community.”

No, we’re not crying!

Producer duo Sonia Friedman and Callender added that they felt “incredibly fortunate” to have Tom join the family. 

“Tom Felton’s performance as a young Draco Malfoy on screen left an indelible impression on Harry Potter fans around the world," they said in a joint statement. "His role as Draco undeniably shaped one of the canon’s most nuanced characters. More than just a foil to Harry, Draco was a portrait of parental pressure, internal conflict, and reluctant vulnerability. Over the years, this character arc has become a symbol of how people can grow beyond the choices one was raised to make."

"As fans of the wizarding world ourselves, we feel incredibly fortunate to welcome Tom into our *Cursed Child* family on Broadway and to offer Harry Potter fans around the globe the once-in-a-lifetime excitement of seeing him reprise this iconic role, this time on-stage in New York City. This moment is powerful on many levels Tom will be making his Broadway debut and is marking a full-circle moment for not just himself, but for Draco too."

"He gets to inhabit Draco once more, but this time as an adult facing the relatable challenges of parenthood and the complicated meaning of legacy. It’s not lost on us that this is a cultural moment charged with nostalgia, evolution, and emotion. Tom’s return to Hogwarts bridges generations of fans and breathes new life into a beloved story. We’re beyond thrilled to welcome Tom back 'home' but also into a new family: our Broadway company. We can’t wait to see him inhabit this role once again with the same depth, gravity, and humanity he has always brought to Draco.”

Our father (and mother, brothers, sisters, cousins, uncles, aunties, sons, daughters, friends and any other extended family members) will certainly hear about this!

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__Some details on signing up for the pre-sale:__ 

[Sign up](https://broadway.harrypottertheplay.com) to the *Cursed Child* website today to get ready for the pre-sale for this incredibly special set of shows. Everyone who joins the list before 5:59PM PM ET on 9th June will receive a pre-sale ticket link via email. This email will arrive in your inbox by 9AM ET. 

Upon clicking the email link, you will enter a digital waiting room. At 11AM ET, you’ll be assigned a random place in line – so be sure not to click away! 

__Harry Potter Fan Club members__ – you’ll be able to sign up for early access. Make sure you’re [subscribed to our newsletter](https://www.harrypotter.com/register) before 10th June - then you can snap up pre-sale tickets on 11th June. Again, keep an eagle eye on that inbox.

And for those that didn’t notice their Remembrall glowing for these dates – don’t worry, there’s also a general pre-sale on 12th June to look out for.

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Check out these new Harry Potter-themed pinball machines 

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How cool are these? These collectors' edition pinball machines are absolutely covered in wizarding world goodness, courtesy of Jersey Jack Pinball.

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Flip your way to success with these three distinct editions: the Wizard's Edition, the Arcade Edition and the Collector's Edition - the latter of which comes complete with an exclusive art package created by the Harry Potter film's design team, [MinaLima.](https://www.harrypotter.com/features/did-you-spot-these-minalima-details-in-the-harry-potter-films)

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The devil's in the details here: you'll be able to find all of your Harry Potter favourites within the pinball machines, from iconic characters to the Deathly Hallow symbols to cauldrons and beyond. Travel the 13 paths of the moving Grand Staircase, take to the sky in the Quidditch Upper Playfield, battle Villainous Death Eaters, play through the iconic scenes from all eight films, and so much more.

Developed by renowned designer Eric Meunier, featuring sound design by industry legend David Thiel and voice work by award-winning actor Marc Silk, the pinball machines span all eight Harry Potter films in one immersive gameplay experience.

You'll need Seeker-esque reflexes to conquer this new wizarding world challenge!

__Learn more about [Jersey Jack Pinball at the official website](https://www.harrypotter.com/linkout?destination=https%3A%2F%2Fjerseyjackpinball.com%3Futm_source%3Dwwd_web%26utm_medium%3Dcp%26utm_campaign%3Dpinball).__

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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London introduces "An Audience With" Q&A evenings with Harry Potter filmmakers

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Get ready for a unique evening full of filmmaking secrets, courtesy of our friends at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. Aptly called 'An Audience With' - fans can sit down to hear larger than life stories from Martin Bayfield - AKA Rubeus Hagrid's stunt double, who will be joined by a different Harry Potter filmmaker for each of the special evenings. 

Alongside the Q&A itself, you'll be treated to a grazing dinner in the Great Hall, a cocktail or a mocktail, and a chance to explore the full tour after the event. 

Here's the schedule!

🎬 1st August – Paul Harris (Choreographer) 
🎬 8th August – Pierre Bohanna (Head Prop-Maker) 
🎬 15th August – Gary Tomkins (Art Director) 
🎬 22nd August – Laurent Guinci (Costume Designer) and Lisa Tomblin (Chief Hairdresser) 
🎬 29th August – John Richardson (Special Effects Supervisor) 

You'll even have your chance to ask your own questions, so get your thinking caps on.

You can check out the official [Warner Bros. Studio Tour London website](https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/whats-on/an-audience-with-the-filmmakers/?utm_medium=web&utm_source=wizardingworld&utm_campaign=an-audience-with) for a full itinerary and learn how to snap-up tickets, which go on sale 10th June.

__An Audience With events are open to guests 12+ only. Running every Friday evening from 1st to 29th August - get ready to learn about all the movie magic.__

LEGO® Harry Potter™ reveal their summer range: from Herbology Class to Fawkes the Phoenix

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[Take a closer look](https://www.lego.com/product/hogwarts-castle-the-main-tower-76454)

The biggest minifigure-scale model yet of The Main Hogwarts Tower, this play-and-display set includes a trapdoor to escape from Fluffy and a swivelling staircase leading to Dumbledore’s Office. We love the drama of it!

## Hogwarts™ Castle: Herbology Class

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[GROW your LEGO collection](https://www.lego.com/product/hogwarts-castle-herbology-class-76445) 

Embrace your green thumb with this adorable Herbology classroom playset, complete with LEGO Mandrakes and Neville Longbottom, Hermione Granger and Professor Sprout minifigures. The buildable greenhouse opens up to reveal the whole scene, resplendent with magical plants.

## Book Nook: Hogwarts™ Express

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[Choo choo choose this one?](https://www.lego.com/product/book-nook-hogwarts-express-76450)

This buildable [Hogwarts Express](https://www.harrypotter.com/fact-file/magical-miscellany/hogwarts-express) set is for all the bookworms out there – you can display the iconic steam engine on your bookshelves to hold together all of your favourite tomes. 

Alongside the scarlet train itself, you’ll find a selection of LEGO figures: Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and their pets Hedwig and Scabbers.

## Chomping Monster Book of Monsters


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[Snap it up!](https://www.lego.com/product/chomping-monster-book-of-monsters-76449)

This LEGO creation comes with an extra bite – it’s your very own Monster Book of Monsters, now immortalised in LEGO bricks. And oh yes, the clue is in the title here: this one actually chomps. Thanks to its secret wheels and a pull-back function, you can watch in awe as your Care of Magical Creatures textbook goes on a crunching crusade.

An adorable Neville Longbottom minifigure (holding his own teeny tiny version of the book!!) is also included.

## Privet Drive: Aunt Marge’s Visit 


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[Rescue Marge!](https://www.lego.com/product/privet-drive-aunt-marge-s-visit-76451)

Look at her go! This set immortalises the moment that Harry accidentally 'blows up' his callous aunt during *Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.*

Minifigures (alongside a floating Marge, naturally) include Vernon Dursley, Petunia Dursley, Dudley Dursley, Harry Potter - and even Ripper the dog!

## Fawkes™: Dumbledore's Phoenix

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[Pick him up here.](https://www.lego.com/product/fawkes-dumbledore-s-phoenix-76448)

We've always been jealous of Professor Dumbledore's fiery companion, Fawkes. But now - you can have your very own phoenix in YOUR office too!

Complete with a brick-built Sword of Gryffindor and Sorting Hat, this set perfectly complements the iconic scenes from *Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.*

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Okay, we love all of these sets so much. How are we supposed to choose? Accio more Galleons, please? 

__You can visit the [main Harry Potter LEGO hub](https://www.lego.com/en-gb/themes/harry-potter) to check out all of the magical creations.__

*Products referred to in this article are offered for sale by The LEGO® Group and are subject to availability. Before purchasing from LEGO, you will need to agree to their terms of purchase which you can find on the LEGO website. Any issues with your purchase should be directed to customer services teams at LEGO – you can find contact information on their website.*  

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