In this week’s Casting News, we’ve uncovered a rumor, a first look, some film stills and trailers for upcoming films, and a lyric video for a spoken word album to calm your Diagon Alley Preview week-induced over-excited nerves. Take a look at what’s happening for “Potter” alum in this week’s Role Call!
Domhnall Gleeson opens up about his upcoming role in “Star Wars: Episode VII” and the possibility of returning for the anticipated film series based on “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”. Find out what he had to say!
It’s been nothing but laughs at Universal Studios for fans of “Harry Potter” and late night host Jimmy Fallon. Check out more of the entertaining bits “The Tonight Show” has created for their Wizarding World of Harry Potter week in Orlando!
As I’m sure you’ll be aware, over the last few days some MuggleNet staff members were lucky enough to be at the preview event for Diagon Alley! Last night saw the preview of Diagon Alley itself take place, and we were able to get lots of pictures and videos as the event happened. If you missed out on seeing the pictures as they were posted, check them all out below in our handy roundup, and look out for a full report coming soon!
“The Tonight Show” broadcasts live from Diagon Alley as part of the media preview leading up to the opening date announcement of the park. Take a look at Jimmy Fallon and his experience so far in Diagon Alley!
As we mentioned earlier, this week is the VIP and media preview week at the Diagon Alley expansion at Universal Studios! The Universal Orlando blog has just released a list of “Harry Potter” cast members who will be in attendance!
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