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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child returns to London 

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It’s Opening Night... again! Yes, after a period off-stage during the Covid 19 lockdowns in the UK, the award-winning play is returning to London. 

Cursed Child London Returns

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The eighth Harry Potter story will continue in London within its two-part structure ([in the North American productions](https://www.wizardingworld.com/news/cursed-child-reimagined-in-north-america), the play is being reimagined as a one-part experience) and is celebrating its big return with gorgeous new poster artwork. You can learn all about the [artwork’s evolution here.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/a-trip-back-in-time-with-cursed-childs-artwork)

Reopening the West End production are Jamie Ballard as Harry Potter, Susie Trayling as Ginny Potter, Dominic Short as Albus Potter, Thomas Aldridge as Ron Weasley, Michelle Gayle as Hermione Granger, Phoenix Edwards as Rose Granger-Weasley, James Howard as Draco Malfoy, and Luke Sumner as Scorpius Malfoy. 

The ensemble includes Lola Adaja, Samson Ajewole, David Annen, Valerie Antwi, Sue Appleby, Phil Cheadle, Craig Connolly, Robert Curtis, Tim Dewberry, Jim Fish, Thomas Gilbey, Jemma Gould, Rachel Hinds, Jordan Lang, Ronnie Lee, Katrina Lopes, Lucy Mangan, David Mara, Lucia McAnespie, Jayne McKenna, Kathryn Meisle, Gordon Millar, Ian Redford, Thomas Royal, Tom Sturgess, Joshua Talbot, Mark Theodore, Emma-May Uden, Madeleine Walker, and Wreh-asha Walton. 

Seven children—Noah Alexander, Tom Quinn Alexander, Abby Barnes, Harley Barton, Chase Collard, Samuel Newby, and Cici Smith—alternate in two roles.

Welcome back, everyone! 

You can learn more about the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child play in London via the [official website.](https://uk.harrypottertheplay.com/)

Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery introduces new Clubs Secret Rooms feature

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## Clubs Secret Rooms 

Do you fancy yourself as a bit of an interior designer in your spare time? Channel that energy into this new feature where you can decorate and furnish with exclusive decorations earned through events and challenges. All three clubs have access to the rooms, which can be customized with a number of cute accessories, such as spellbooks, squishy armchairs or mysterious artefacts. The feature is available in your game right now!

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## 20th anniversary celebrations

This year, we are celebrating 20 years of movie magic, as the first Harry Potter film celebrates a huge milestone. As you’ll have spotted, we’re looking deeper at 20 memorable moments from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone that really stood out. One of those moments is the London Zoo scene where Harry encounters a rather talkative snake. To commemorate this particular sequence, the makers of Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery have put together this charming guide on magical creatures in the wizarding world, and how they resemble animals in our regular old Muggle world. Educate yourself!


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## Watch out for new (spooky) surprises to come...

Keep an eye out for more goodies coming to the game very soon, as the nights draw in and we get ready for Hallowe’en. You can count on some spooky features to be added to the game to get in the mood! 

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*Portkey Games is the games label dedicated to creating new Wizarding World mobile and video game experiences that place the player at the centre of their own adventure, inspired by J.K. Rowling’s original stories.*

Learn more about [Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery here.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/discover/portkey-games/harry-potter-hogwarts-mystery)

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore to be released globally 15th April 2022  

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Mark the date in your calendars... A new chapter of Newt Scamander’s adventures is coming soon, with *Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore* to be released in cinemas globally 15th April 2022, and 8th April in the UK and Ireland, with a few other markets potentially also going a tad bit earlier. 

The film was expected to be released in July of next year, but today we can exclusively reveal fans will be able to enjoy the third film a few months earlier than planned!

And here’s a glimpse of the plot to expect....

__Professor Albus Dumbledore knows the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald is moving to seize control of the wizarding world.  Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, where they encounter old and new beasts and clash with Grindelwald’s growing legion of followers.  But with the stakes so high, how long can Dumbledore remain on the sidelines?__

We can also reveal the film’s new logo, celebrating the title and Dumbledore’s inclusion with flashes of shiny, embellished silver. Look carefully and you’ll see a wand carefully cut into the ‘D’ of Dumbledore too. 

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Many of the characters you know and love from the first two Fantastic Beasts films will return, such as Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander and Jude Law as Albus Dumbledore along with Ezra Miller (Credence/Aurelius Dumbledore), Alison Sudol (Queenie Goldstein), Dan Fogler (Jacob Kowalski) and Katherine Waterston (Tina Goldstein). Comedian and actor Jessica Williams, who had a brief appearance in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, will return as Ilvermorny professor Eulalie 'Lally' Hicks, while Mads Mikkelsen will debut as Gellert Grindelwald. 

The film will once again be directed by David Yates and will reunite producers David Heyman, J.K. Rowling, Steve Kloves, Lionel Wigram and Tim Lewis, along with executive producers Neil Blair, Danny Cohen, Josh Berger and Courtenay Valenti. The screenplay is written by J.K. Rowling and Steve Kloves.

That’s all there is to tell for now – but be sure to keep checking back for more updates about *Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore* when we have them.

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Celebrate The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at the grand opening of Universal Studios Beijing

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With the opening of the brand-new Universal Studios Beijing, fans of the Wizarding World can step into the magic for the first time in China with this new experience – packed full of attractions, restaurants, shops, entertainment and more. 

Why not take a walk through the iconic streets of Hogsmeade and admire the snow-capped buildings? You could take a trip to Ollivanders – where the wand chooses the wizard.

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Or you could explore the iconic Hogwarts Castle itself – as you and your friends and family walk through the famous corridors, classrooms and passageways. 

If you fancy something a little more thrill-seeking, you could take a trip around Hogwarts and soar above the castle grounds on the fantastic *Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey* ride. Here you will join Harry Potter and his friends on an unforgettably exciting adventure. 

And who can forget *The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle*? Watch in awe from Hogsmeade Village as the four houses are celebrated in a stunning display of lights and music – projected against the majestic backdrop of Hogwarts Castle.

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For those of you who want to purchase some souvenirs you will find everything you need within the land. There’s even a Honeydukes which is bursting with treats!

You might wish to stop off at Hogsmeade Station, where you can find Platform 9 ¾ branded items – from mugs to apparel to jewellery and so much more. Or have a browse around Dervish and Banges and take home some excellent magical items from a pair of excellent Spectrespecs to a snappy copy of The Monster Book of Monsters. For budding Quidditch stars, you can even walk away with your very own Firebolt!

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After a busy day exploring the attractions and buying a whole heap of goodies, you can take a moment to relax at the famous Three Broomsticks. 

So, experience the magic of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in all its glory now open at Universal Studios Beijing.

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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London announces its festive season and special Philosopher’s Stone screenings 

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Get into the Christmas spirit early as Warner Bros. Studio Tour London launch their much-loved Hogwarts in the Snow feature, more lavish dinners in the Great Hall and some special screenings of *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone* for the 20th anniversary.

## Hogwarts in the Snow 

This snowy favourite has been enchanting visitors for years at the Studio Tour, and from 13th November 2021 to 16th January 2022, you can come to see Hogwarts dressed in all its festive glory. And it’s not just Hogwarts that has been covered in snow – new for 2021, the trees and woodland of the Forbidden Forest have also been blanketed in filmmaking snow, as well as Diagon Alley and Hagrid’s Hut! Expect festive wreathes, Christmas trees and a seasonal feast in the Great Hall too.

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## Dinner in the Great Hall 

From 13th – 15th December, a lavish feast awaits you in the Studio Tour’s Great Hall. Ticket-holders to this popular event are invited to get their glad rags on (or finest robes, perhaps?) and enjoy a two-course seated dinner, as if you were Hogwarts students yourself. A roam through the Studio Tour after hours then follows - with dessert and Butterbeer on offer too. After that, you’ll be invited to blow off some steam at a special Hogwarts Express disco. And once the night is over? Guests even get to take home their own wand as a souvenir. What a night!

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## Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone screenings

From Friday 19th to 22nd November, fans can gather at the Great Hall set to enjoy a Hogwarts-themed party and a screening of the film that started it all, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. These special evenings will allow you to roam the Studio Tour after-hours, enjoy some Honeydukes snacks and watch the film on a cosy house-themed beanbag. If you remember where you were when you first saw Hogwarts on the screen 20 years ago, this could be the perfect way to commemorate this huge milestone. 

Please note that a special Monday screening will be adapted for visitors on the autism spectrum and for those with other sensory needs.

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So, grab some tinsel and some fairy lights – Christmas truly feels like it has come early!

Learn more about [Warner Bros. Studio Tour London’s official website.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/discover/experiences/warner-bros-studio-tour-london-the-making-of-harry-potter)

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Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells celebrates its first anniversary with a week of events

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Expect in-game gifts and new events for players and Clubs playing *Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells* this week. It has somehow been a whole year since the game first hit our mobile phones – and the makers of the game have been sure to celebrate the anniversary in style. Take a look at this video to see everything the game has offered in the past 12 months.

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So, what will this week bring *Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells* players? Firstly, expect a London Zoo themed event kicking off from today, where players can collect presents and reward chests inspired by the famous scene from *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone*. Expect a snakey surprise as you play – just like how Harry did during his London Zoo trip...

Also starting this week, players can join a special House Pride Event, completing puzzles to earn points for their designated houses across a global leaderboard. So be sure to log in and see what goodies are in store – including daily in-game anniversary gifts throughout the week!

The game-makers have also created this handy calendar, marking all the activities for players in the week ahead!

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“We’re incredibly proud of the accolades and reception that *Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells* has received, but we’re even more inspired and humbled by the players who have joined us on this journey,” said Yaron Leyvand, Executive Vice President, Games at Zynga. “We’re thrilled to celebrate this milestone with the fans, and look forward to opening the game’s next chapter, together.”

Here’s to the next year!

You can learn more about *Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells [here](https://www.wizardingworld.com/discover/portkey-games/harry-potter-puzzles-and-spells).*


Check out the latest publishing program during Back to Hogwarts season 

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We are now officially in Back to Hogwarts season (or “back to school season” as Muggles may call it) and we’re getting in the Hermione mood by exploring this new line of activity books that are either on sale now – or coming soon. 

Wherever your interests may lie (from sticker collecting to crochet) enjoy a browse through this inspiring new assortment of activity books which all celebrate Wizarding World themes. 

### For collectors

## Harry Potter: Create by Sticker: Hogsmeade (Scholastic)

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Get ready for something really cute – this adorable sticker book invites you to match Wizarding World stickers to the corresponding pages to reveal 10 magical scenes. For example, which character was it who famously brewed Polyjuice Potion? Which of the golden trio is a whiz at Wizard Chess again? You’ll need to put your Harry Potter knowledge to the test to match the stickers to the moments. 

__The book is out now.__

## Harry Potter: Destroy the Horcruxes (Scholastic) 

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In *Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows*, Harry, Ron and Hermione famously go on the hunt for Horcruxes – and now it’s your turn. This new activity book from Scholastic invites you to completely destroy it – just pretend it’s Tom Riddle’s diary. Don’t be shy – rip pages to shreds, colour all over it, or even pour orange juice on it. This is a book where it’s actually OK to wreck its pages. Although we imagine Madam Pince would be horrified!  

__*Harry Potter: Destroy the Horcruxes* will become available 2nd November.__

## Harry Potter Divination Crystal Ball: Lights Up! (Running Press) 


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It is time to look into the beyond. This crystal ball replica, which comes alongside a tie-in book, lights up so you can make your bedroom resemble Professor Trelawney’s classroom. Whether you trust Divination or not – this addition to your home sure will look pretty. 

__*Harry Potter Divination Crystal Ball: Lights Up!* Is available 2nd November. __

## Harry Potter Screaming Mandrake with Sound (Running Press) 


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If you consider yourself a green-fingered type, this Herbology inspired product and tie-in book could be the perfect treat for yourself. This potted Mandrake replica cries just like the Mandrakes in the Harry Potter films, so be sure to look after them well! 

__*Harry Potter Screaming Mandrake with Sound* is released 21st September.__

## Harry Potter: Hogwarts Trunk Collectible Set (Running Press) 

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You can’t possibly go back to Hogwarts without your trunk! This deluxe replica of Harry’s trunk (complete with a wand pen, interactive journal, enamel pin, Marauder’s Map, Quidditch match ticket and more inside) gives you the full Hogwarts school experience – not to mention this would make a wonderful gift for an indecisive person!  

__*Harry Potter: Hogwarts Trunk Collectible Set* is available now. __

### For crafty fans

## Harry Potter: Origami Volume 2 (Scholastic) 

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Fans of the first *Harry Potter: Origami* book will be happy to learn there is now a new volume, with a new set of magical props for you to make with your best papercraft and wizardry. 

The book comes with step-by-step instructions and special sheets of illustrated origami paper for each craft, from Hagrid’s Hut to Scabbers the rat. 

__*Harry Potter: Origami Volume 2* is out now!__

## Harry Potter: World of Stickers (Thunder Bay Press) 

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This sticker book features over 934 full-colour stickers (get it?) for you to play with inside this special collectible book. Expect house crests and banners, Patronuses, Quidditch equipment, fantastic beasts and much more. Perfect for scrapbooking purposes or simply giving your possessions a magical twist. 

__*Harry Potter: World of Stickers* is available 26th October.__

## Harry Potter: Crochet Wizardry (Insight Editions) 


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Is there a cosier autumnal hobby than sitting down and doing a bit of crocheting?  If you agree, you’ll love this crochet guide to create your own costumes, creatures and classic artefacts from the Harry Potter films. From the Sorting Hat to Fawkes the Phoenix, it’s got the lot. This comprehensive book has projects for every skill level – so don’t worry if you’re a crochet beginner or a Mrs Weasley-esque expert – there’s a wide range of stitches and techniques to choose from. 

__*Harry Potter: Crochet Wizardry* is out now.__

Dame Helen Mirren to host four-part quiz show, Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses

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Award-winning actor Dame Helen Mirren is joining the Wizarding World family to host an exciting four-part quiz competition, *Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses*. This special week of shows, which will offer fans the chance to win glory for their Hogwarts house, will be simucast on Cartoon Network and TBS, followed by its premiere on HBO Max later this year. 

Featuring hundreds of trivia questions and special guest surprises, this unique competition will also invite fans to play along at home – to see who truly can achieve eternal glory! At the end of it all, a House Cup champion will be revealed. 

For Helen Mirren, who famously portrayed Queen Elizabeth II, she’ll need to swap in her crown for a witch’s hat in this all-important new role. 

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“I knew someday I’d get a Harry Potter role, and I’m so pleased to take part in the 20-year film celebration,” said Mirren. “The films inspired such enchantment and wonder for so many of us, and it will be such a treat to reignite that magic for the countless fans who continue to revel in this spellbinding world.” 

This four-part series of quiz shows is set to be an unforgettable experience for Wizarding World fans, coming nearly two decades after the first film in the Harry Potter series, *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone* (or *Sorcerer’s Stone* if you’re in the US!) first hit cinema screens across the world. *Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses* is part of the many celebrations surrounding this exceptional 20th anniversary – so keep an eye out for more! 

__Start studying for this one-of-a-kind quiz competition you won’t want to miss and checking WizardingWorld.com for more updates on *Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses* soon.__

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All the action from Back to Hogwarts day 2021

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This integral date in the calendar has become a staple for Harry Potter fans across the globe – as this is the day where Harry’s life (and his fellow Hogwarts students) would truly change forever. And, as this year is the 20th anniversary of the first film, the 2021 celebrations felt even more special. In keeping with such an exceptional day, our second movie moment we’ll be celebrating is the moment Harry found himself on a very unusual train platform, platform nine and three-quarters!

So, take a look at some of the action we saw (some digital, some physical) for the Back to Hogwarts celebrations this year – and check out some exciting things to come. Best do it at a bit of a run, if you’re nervous! 

## A celebratory livestream  

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In 2020, we were overwhelmed by the responses we had to a special fan livestream event – which took place on 1st September last year. So, this year, we did it again! 

Thanks to everyone who tuned in this morning! If you missed it, or had trouble watching live, we are thrilled our tech wizards have made the full video available to watch on demand so you can catch up anytime.

Hosted by self-confessed superfan Yinka Bokinni, this interactive celebration showcased iconic moments from the first film, included a special appearance from Tom Felton and shone a spotlight on you, the fans, wherever you are in the world. Grab a tissue if you’re catching up – it does get a little bit emotional.  

## The Platform 9 ¾ trolley is going on a UK tour 

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From the 16th October to the 31st October, a special trolley is going on holiday! Yes, this is the trolley that fans in London will have spotted at King’s Cross station, where aspiring Hogwarts students are invited to pretend to push it through the wall. Now, the trolley is heading to various other train stations across the UK – giving fans more opportunities to recreate this famous wizarding world moment. 

Fans can expect the trolley to be heading to...

•	Edinburgh Waverley Station - 16-18th October <br>
•	Birmingham New Street Station - 23rd - 25th October <br>
•	Cardiff Central Station - 26th - 28th October <br>
•	Belfast Lanyon Place Station – 29th – 31st October <br>

## Our Back to Hogwarts pin for 2021 is here

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Get ready to seek the latest pin release from the Harry Potter Fan Club Pin Seeking collection - the Hogwarts Express™ 2021 pin - [out now](https://harrypottershop.co.uk/products/back-to-hogwarts-enamel-pin?utm_source=article&utm_medium=web&utm_id=hogwartsexpress2021). 

Celebrating the moment Harry heads off to Hogwarts for the first time, this commemorative pin for 2021 features the iconic Hogwarts Express surrounded by billows of smoke on platform nine and three-quarters.

## Harry Potter and the Cursed Child announces West End reopening cast 

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*Photo credit: Manuel Harlan* 

In the UK, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is getting ready to return to the stage, reopening from 14th October – which was announced today! You can learn about tickets from the Cursed Child’s official website.

And as for the cast?

Jamie Ballard returns as Harry Potter, we have Susie Trayling as Ginny Potter, Dominic Short as Albus Potter, Thomas Aldridge as Ron Weasley, Michelle Gayle as Hermione Granger, Phoenix Edwards as Rose Granger-Weasley, James Howard as Draco Malfoy and Luke Sumner as Scorpius Malfoy.

The adult cast is completed by Lola Adaja, Samson Ajewole, David Annen, Valerie Antwi, Sue Appleby, Phil Cheadle, Craig Connolly, Robert Curtis, Tim Dewberry, Jim Fish, Thomas Gilbey, Jemma Gould, Rachel Hinds, Jordan Lang, Ronnie Lee, Katrina Lopes, Lucy Mangan, David Mara, Lucia McAnespie, Jayne McKenna, Kathryn Meisle, Gordon Millar, Ian Redford, Thomas Royal, Tom Sturgess, Joshua Talbot, Mark Theodore, Emma-May Uden, Madeleine Walker and Wreh-asha Walton.

The seven-strong children’s cast includes Noah Alexander, Tom Quinn Alexander, Abby Barnes, Harley Barton, Chase Collard, Samuel Newby and Cici Smith.

Welcome back, everyone! 

## And the celebrations continue online 

If you’re old enough, you can take a look at the Back to Hogwarts hashtag across social media to see how other fans and Wizarding World friends commemorated the big day. And don’t forget that our 20th anniversary festivities are also still in full swing at our 20 Years of Movie Magic hub. We’re only on moment two out of twenty! So, plenty of fun to come... 

Catch up on our Back to Hogwarts livestream and many other celebrations going on for 1st September this year.

Join us for 20 Years of Movie Magic as we celebrate the film Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’s 20th anniversary

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In November 2001, *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone*, based on J.K. Rowling’s original story, opened in cinemas across the world, introducing fans to the wizarding world on the big screen for the first time. Now, 20 years on, [we’ve selected 20 key moments](https://www.wizardingworld.com/harrypottermovie20) from Harry’s first adventure for fans to commemorate. 

So, between now and November, join us every week to celebrate a different iconic scene from the movie that started it all. We’re calling this time of celebration ’20 Years of Movie Magic’ - and we implore you to join us in these digital festivities. 

Today, we’re looking at the scene where Harry is delivered his Hogwarts letter at Privet Drive (well, he got several, actually!) which you can read all about in our new [20 Years of Movie Magic hub](https://www.wizardingworld.com/harrypottermovie20) alongside our usual collection of quizzes, craft videos, puzzles and features. You’ll also be able to watch a new video where graphic design duo MinaLima explain how they created that iconic Hogwarts letter prop. And that’s only the start.

Every week, a new moment will unlock so you can unpack a different key scene with us in different ways. Perhaps your personal favourite moment will feature soon if you stay tuned? And if you’re old enough, our social channels also have some cute magical delights to have some fun with – including an interactive Platform Nine and Three-Quarters Instagram filter coming soon.

Next week, things really heat up as we get ready to honour Back to Hogwarts day on 1st September. This is a date that Harry Potter fans have a special affinity with of course – as this is the day Harry boards the Hogwarts Express at 11 o’ clock and prepares to start his new magical life. This year, we’re once again inviting fans all over the world to join us for that all-important countdown before the Hogwarts Express sets off – and we’re doing it with a livestream that you’ll be able to tune into wherever you are. 

Hosted by celebrity DJ and self-proclaimed superfan Yinka Bokinni, this interactive celebration will be available on our Wizarding World YouTube channel from 10.30am BST on 1st September. Yinka will guide fans through an interactive celebration of 20 years of fandom and share breaking news and features that Harry Potter fans will not want to miss – and Tom Felton, our very own Draco Malfoy, will be making an extra-special appearance. 

You can also expect an emotional montage or two! After all, this fandom now spans over two decades and we know so many of you have so many personal memories connected to the Wizarding World.

As you can see, this 20th anniversary is indeed set to be a big one, with upcoming events such as a  Harry Potter Quiz Show also on the way to you soon. And here on WizardingWorld.com, we’ll have digital treats for you every Wednesday that will come in all shapes and forms. Expect guest contributions from Wizarding World friends, new videos, quizzes, puzzles and articles. After all, we all love to stretch out any special occasion as long as possible, right? 

Join us over at the [20 Years of Movie Magic hub](https://www.wizardingworld.com/harrypottermovie20) to get started! And we won’t blame you if you start staring at your fireplace awaiting your Hogwarts letter. You never know. 

As the first Harry Potter film reaches a pivotal milestone – we want to celebrate 20 Years of Movie Magic with you. 

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London’s Dark Arts feature to return in September 

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From 24th September to 7th November, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London will be an eerie affair, with their famous Dark Arts feature returning. At the Great Hall set, fans can expect to find a glorious scene of 100 floating pumpkins – all handcrafted by the film series’ Head Propmaker Pierre Bohanna and his team. Elsewhere in the Studio Tour, an ominous Dark Mark will be projected throughout your visit. Visitors will be able to pick up a Studio Tour passport and try and hunt down Lord Voldemort’s sign. 


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As darkness looms throughout the Studio Tour, visitors can learn a defensive spell sequence from the famous battle scene, put together by Wand Choreographer from *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix* to *Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2*, Paul Harris, to guide their way in a live duel with Death Eaters.

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The Studio Tour will also be welcoming the return of their popular Hogwarts After Dark events – commencing 6th, 7th and 8th of October for guests over 18. Guests attending these special evenings will be presented with dry ice cocktails and canapés before a swanky two-course dinner amongst popular interior sets including the Potions classroom and Dumbledore’s Office – and then it’s down to the Forbidden Forest for dessert! Certainly not your traditional dinner party experience. And don’t get too comfortable – for Death Eaters will be roaming around throughout the Studio Tour during your visit too!  

So, feeling in the spooky spirit yet? We certainly are. 

Learn more about Warner Bros. Studio Tour London’s upcoming events at [their official website.](https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/whats-on/dark-arts/)

MinaLima celebrate their new illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets with Scholastic

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Join Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima as they speak to Scholastic about some of their favourite pieces and biggest challenges from illustrating the second book.

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MinaLima are certified experts on Harry Potter, having worked their magic across all eight films, and now designing new creations for Fantastic Beasts. But beyond the films, MinaLima also set their talents to book illustrating – and what better books to illustrate than the ones they know so well, already?

This October, MinaLima will be releasing their beautiful illustrated version of *Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets*, following on from their work on *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone*. Once again, the team, led by Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima, have created fully realised moments from the second Harry Potter adventure, from the luscious greens of the Slytherin common room to the colourful topsy-turvy structure of The Burrow. And watch out for some fun pop-outs and interactive elements across certain pages! 

Now, take a look inside at some of the new spreads you can expect to see from this upcoming book. 

## The Slytherin Common Room 


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When it came to imagining the Slytherin common room, Miraphora explained that “you need a bit of darkness and a bit of intrigue” for it, which we can certainly here. This moment comes when Harry and Ron must somehow sneak their way into the common room to extract information from Malfoy, entering a room bathed in green lighting and snakelike details. 

## The Burrow 

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In the books, The Burrow is known as the chaotic home of the Weasley family, built with many storeys precariously balanced on top of each other, thanks to a bit of magic. “The Burrow is just full of sense of humour and colour and life,” Miraphora said. “We want people to spend time in there and discover things.” 

## The greenhouse 


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Professor Sprout’s greenhouses are an integral location in the second book, with Harry and his classmates learning how to pot Mandrakes. In this image, we love the meticulous details on every pair of fluffy earmuffs that the classmates must wear to protect themselves from the Mandrake’s fatal screams. 

## The library 

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MinaLima namechecked the bountiful Hogwarts library as one of their favourites to illustrate in this book. “We want to give the reader the same details that we’d be curious about ourselves,” Miraphora said, when it came to designing this very layered piece. 

The MinaLima Edition of *Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets* is coming out on hardback on 26th October and will be released by Scholastic in the US and Bloomsbury in the UK.

You can pre-order from [Scholastic here](https://kids.scholastic.com/kid/books/harry-potter/harry-potter-and-the-chamber-of-secrets-minalima-edition/). Or [Bloomsbury here!](https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/harry-potter-and-the-chamber-of-secrets-minalima-edition-9781526637888) You can also look into a special artist-signed copy of the book from [MinaLima's website.](https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://minalima.com__;!!AQdq3sQhfUj4q8uUguY!2rOv4Jc7eYR9G1Ew80d-wpQB1CFUBpGKy3YFYAYl6AeO01hsEfoix4R4prLwiMd-qfAr$)