Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Media - News RSS Feed http://media.universalorlando.com/harrypotter/news.php Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Media News Updates en-us Universal Orlando Resort Reveals Highly Anticipated Details About The Wizarding World of Harry Potter http://media.universalorlando.com/harrypotter/news.php?id=17 ORLANDO, Fla. (September 15, 2009) - Universal Orlando Resort, together with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, today revealed first-ever details about the incredible scope of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  Universal also announced that the highly anticipated land will open in spring 2010.

Inspired by J.K. Rowling's compelling stories and characters - and faithful to the visual landscapes of the films - The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal's Islands of Adventure will provide visitors with a one-of-a-kind experience complete with multiple attractions, shops and a signature eating establishment.   This completely immersive environment will transcend generations and bring the wonder and magic of the amazingly detailed Harry Potter books and films to life. 

The expectations of Harry Potter fans are high and Universal Orlando Resort is collaborating closely with J.K. Rowling, Warner Bros. Consumer Products and the Warner Bros. Harry Potter brand team to ensure that The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be an experience of a lifetime.  The Harry Potter films' production designer, Stuart Craig and art director, Alan Gilmore, in cooperation with a corps of artisans from Universal Creative are working daily to construct the most authentic Harry Potter experience possible.  Guests will be able to sip Butterbeer in Three Broomsticks, buy Extendable Ears at Zonko's and experience a state-of-the-art attraction that brings the stories of Harry Potter to life in a way never before imagined.

"All of the action and adventures of Harry Potter's world will come to life here at Universal Orlando Resort," said Tom Williams, chairman and CEO, Universal Parks and Resorts.  "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be unlike any other experience on earth and we can't wait to see the looks on our guests' faces as they enter this rich environment."

"Harry Potter continues to spark the imaginations of fans of all ages and we really have seen the anticipation continue to build for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter," added Brad Globe, President, Warner Bros. Consumer Products.  "We are excited to share with fans a first glimpse into the truly enchanted world we are bringing to life with all of our partners at Universal Orlando Resort."

From the front archway of Hogsmeade to the immensity of Hogwarts castle, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will feature the locations listed below:

  • At the entrance of Hogsmeade, billowing steam and an iconic whistle signal the arrival of the Hogwarts Express into Hogsmeade statio
  • Across the way is Zonko's, a joke shop with a collection of tricks and jokes, including Extendable Ears, Boxing Telescopes and Sneakoscopes
  • Honeydukes is next door and full of treats like Chocolate Frogs and Bertie Bott's Every-Flavour Beans
  • The Three Broomsticks and adjacent Hog's Head pub will serve traditional British fare and drinks including Butterbeer and pumpkin juice
  • Across from the Three Broomsticks is The Owlery, where owls roost and await their next delivery
  • The Owl Post sends letters with a certified Hogsmeade postmark and sells official stamps from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
  • Ollivanders wand shop is an incredible interactive experience where the wand chooses the wizard
  • Completing Hogsmeade is Dervish and Banges, the magical instruments and equipment shop featuring Quidditch equipment, Triwizard apparel, Spectrespecs and Remembralls
  • The first attraction, Dragon Challenge, features a twin high-speed roller coaster with many iconic elements from the Triwizard Tournament
  • Next is Flight of the Hippogriff, a family coaster simulating a Hippogriff training flight over the grounds of Hogwarts castle
  • Located in Hogwarts castle, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey is a thrilling new state-of-the-art attraction that uses entirely new technology to bring the magic, characters and stories of Harry Potter to life in ways never before experienced
  • Before exiting back into Hogsmeade, Filch's Emporium of Confiscated Goods is full of Ministry of Magic and magical creatures merchandise, Omnioculars, and even remote control Golden Snitches

    • "This Universal Creative and Warner Bros. team shares an incredible passion and commitment to making this destination an exceptionally immersive environment that will touch the lives of our guests," said Mark Woodbury, President, Universal Creative.

    "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is yet another way that fans will be able to experience and enjoy Harry Potter for many years to come," said Diane Nelson, President of DC Entertainment, who is also responsible for overseeing the Harry Potter brand team worldwide. "The power of this brand speaks for itself, as the enthusiasm of our dedicated fans around the world continues to grow even stronger as we move into the future."

    Universal Orlando Resort is a theme park destination that places you and your family in the heart of pop culture's most incredible and timeless stories - making you the superstar in a world-class adventure story and allowing you to discover your own inner hero.  Guests experience two exciting theme parks - Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure as well as Universal CityWalk, a 30-acre restaurant, shopping and nighttime entertainment complex; and three magnificently themed on-site hotels - the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and the Loews Royal Pacific Resort.  Flagship experiences featured in the theme parks include "The Simpsons Ride," "Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride," "The Incredible Hulk Coaster" and "The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man."  More information is available at www.universalorlando.com.

    Warner Bros. Consumer Products, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.

    Harry Potter continues to be a global phenomenon.  The series of books by author J.K. Rowling has been translated into 67 languages with more than 400 million copies sold in over 200 territories around the world.  The films, produced by Warner Bros. Pictures, have grossed more than $5.3 billion at the box office worldwide, making Harry Potter the largest-grossing film franchise in history. 

    ]]>     news_17     HARRY POTTER™ TO CAST SPELL ON UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT http://media.universalorlando.com/harrypotter/news.php?id=19 ORLANDO, Fla (May 31, 2007) - Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. and Universal Orlando Resort are partnering to create the world's first fully immersive Harry Potter themed environment based on the bestselling books by J.K. Rowling and blockbuster feature films from Warner Bros.  Envisioned as a "theme park within a theme park" and titled "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter," the new environment will become part of the experience within Universal's Islands of Adventure theme park at the Universal Orlando Resort.

    "Over the years we've received thousands of letters from fans around the world wishing they could visit Hogwarts and the wonderful locations described in each of J.K. Rowling's beloved stories," said Barry Meyer, chairman and CEO, Warner Bros. Entertainment.  "Working with Universal Orlando Resort, we are confident that we'll be able to provide Harry Potter fans with an incredible experience that upholds the richness of J.K. Rowling's books and delivers on the authentic detail portrayed in our films."

    "We will rely on our company's rich movie heritage and expertise in transforming film concepts into theme park entertainment experiences," said Ron Meyer, president and COO, Universal Studios.  "The Harry Potter stories are among the most compelling of our time.  The millions of people who have read the books and seen the movies will now be able to experience the world of Harry Potter in person."

    Inspired by J.K. Rowling's compelling stories and characters - and faithful to the visual landscapes of the films - "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter" will provide a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the magical world of Harry and his friends.  The fully immersive, themed land will enable guests to visit some of the most iconic locations found in the books and the films including the village of Hogsmeade, and even Hogwarts castle itself.

    "The plans I've seen look incredibly exciting, and I don't think fans of the books or films will be disappointed," said J.K. Rowling.

    "We have a profound sense of responsibility for the Harry Potter franchise at Warner Bros. Bringing the magic of J.K. Rowling's written word to the motion picture screen was the first step in expanding this amazing and imaginative world. Working with Universal Orlando Resort to bring it to life in a physical environment that you can walk through, relax in and ride on is the natural next step for fans to experience and enjoy," said Alan Horn, president and COO, Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

    Expected to be revealed in 2010, the new environment will feature immersive rides and interactive attractions, as well as experiential shops and restaurants that will enable guests to sample fare from the wizarding world's best known establishments.  Also debuting will be a state-of-the-art attraction that will bring the magic, characters and stories of Harry Potter to life in an exciting way that guests have never before experienced.

    "We are going to devote more time, more money, more expertise and more executive talent from throughout our entire organization and creative team - as well as from Warner Bros., our partners - to ensure that this entire environment is second-to-none," said Tom Williams, chairman and CEO, Universal Parks and Resorts.

    Brad Globe, president of Warner Bros. Worldwide Consumer Products, added: "In Universal, we found the right partner whose unparalleled commitment will ensure that this is a world class destination. Their track record of success and the consistently high level of entertainment at all of their parks gave us the confidence to know that they will meet-or exceed- the extremely high expectations we all have for this project."

    The Academy Award-winning production designer Stuart Craig, who has worked to bring the world of Harry Potter to life in all of the feature films to date, leads the creative design for the area to ensure it remains faithful to the look and feel of the films.

    "Our primary goal is to make sure this experience is an authentic extension of Harry Potter's world as it is portrayed in the books and films," said Craig.  "I am very excited to be working closely with the Universal Orlando team to bring the area to life."

    The Universal Orlando resort destination (www.universalorlando.com) includes two dramatically distinct and adjacent theme parks, the Universal Studios motion picture and television theme park and Universal's Islands of Adventure, Orlando's most thrilling and exhilarating theme park.  Universal Orlando also includes CityWalk, a 30-acre dining, shopping, club and live-entertainment venue as well as premier on-site Loews hotels and world-class film and television production facilities.

    Harry Potter continues to be a global phenomenon.  The series of books by author J.K. Rowling has been translated into 65 languages with more than 325 million copies sold in over 200 territories around the world.  The films, produced by Warner Bros. Pictures, have grossed more than $3.5 billion at the box office worldwide.  Each of the four Harry Potter films produced to date has the distinction of making it into the all time top 20 grossing films worldwide.  The fifth film in the series, Harry Potter and the Order of the PhoenixTM, will be released in theatres on July 11, 2007.

    ]]>     news_19     Universal Orlando Resort Reveals Highly Anticipated Details about The Wizarding World of Harry Potter http://media.universalorlando.com/harrypotter/news.php?id=20 ORLANDO, Fla. (September 15, 2009) - Universal Orlando Resort, together with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, today revealed first-ever details about the incredible scope of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  Universal also announced that the highly anticipated land will open in spring 2010.

    Inspired by J.K. Rowling's compelling stories and characters - and faithful to the visual landscapes of the films - The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal's Islands of Adventure will provide visitors with a one-of-a-kind experience complete with multiple attractions, shops and a signature eating establishment.   This completely immersive environment will transcend generations and bring the wonder and magic of the amazingly detailed Harry Potter books and films to life. 

    The expectations of Harry Potter fans are high and Universal Orlando Resort is collaborating closely with J.K. Rowling, Warner Bros. Consumer Products and the Warner Bros. Harry Potter brand team to ensure that The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be an experience of a lifetime.  The Harry Potter films' production designer, Stuart Craig and art director, Alan Gilmore, in cooperation with a corps of artisans from Universal Creative are working daily to construct the most authentic Harry Potter experience possible.  Guests will be able to sip Butterbeer in Three Broomsticks, buy Extendable Ears at Zonko's and experience a state-of-the-art attraction that brings the stories of Harry Potter to life in a way never before imagined.

    "All of the action and adventures of Harry Potter's world will come to life here at Universal Orlando Resort," said Tom Williams, chairman and CEO, Universal Parks and Resorts.  "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be unlike any other experience on earth and we can't wait to see the looks on our guests' faces as they enter this rich environment."

    "Harry Potter continues to spark the imaginations of fans of all ages and we really have seen the anticipation continue to build for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter," added Brad Globe, President, Warner Bros. Consumer Products.  "We are excited to share with fans a first glimpse into the truly enchanted world we are bringing to life with all of our partners at Universal Orlando Resort."

    From the front archway of Hogsmeade to the immensity of Hogwarts castle, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will feature the locations listed below:

  • At the entrance of Hogsmeade, billowing steam and an iconic whistle signal the arrival of the Hogwarts Express into Hogsmeade station
  • Across the way is Zonko's, a joke shop with a collection of tricks and jokes, including Extendable Ears, Boxing Telescopes and Sneakoscopes
  • Honeydukes is next door and full of treats like Chocolate Frogs and Bertie Bott's Every-Flavour Beans
  • The Three Broomsticks and adjacent Hog's Head pub will feature traditional British fare and drinks including Butterbeer and pumpkin juice
  • Across from the Three Broomsticks is The Owlery, where owls roost and await their next delivery
  • The Owl Post sends letters with a certified Hogsmeade postmark and sells official stamps from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
  • Ollivanders wand shop is an incredible interactive experience where the wand chooses the wizard
  • Completing Hogsmeade is Dervish and Banges, the magical instruments and equipment shop featuring Quidditch equipment, Triwizard apparel, Spectrespecs and Remembralls
  • The first attraction, Dragon Challenge, features a twin high-speed roller coaster with many iconic elements from the Triwizard Tournament
  • Next is Flight of the Hippogriff, a family coaster simulating a Hippogriff training flight over the grounds of Hogwarts castle
  • Located in Hogwarts castle, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey is a thrilling new state-of-the-art attraction that uses entirely new technology to bring the magic, characters and stories of Harry Potter to life in ways never before experienced
  • Before exiting back into Hogsmeade, Filch's Emporium of Confiscated Goods is full of Ministry of Magic and magical creatures merchandise, Omnioculars, and even remote control Golden Snitches

    • "This Universal Creative and Warner Bros. team shares an incredible passion and commitment to making this destination an exceptionally immersive environment that will touch the lives of our guests," said Mark Woodbury, President, Universal Creative.

    "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is yet another way that fans will be able to experience and enjoy Harry Potter for many years to come," said Diane Nelson, President of DC Entertainment, who is also responsible for overseeing the Harry Potter brand team worldwide. "The power of this brand speaks for itself, as the enthusiasm of our dedicated fans around the world continues to grow even stronger as we move into the future."

    Universal Orlando Resort is a theme park destination that places you and your family in the heart of pop culture's most incredible and timeless stories - making you the superstar in a world-class adventure story and allowing you to discover your own inner hero.  Guests experience two exciting theme parks - Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure as well as Universal CityWalk, a 30-acre restaurant, shopping and nighttime entertainment complex; and three magnificently themed on-site hotels - the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and the Loews Royal Pacific Resort.  Flagship experiences featured in the theme parks include "The Simpsons Ride," "Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride," "The Incredible Hulk Coaster" and "The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man."  More information is available at www.universalorlando.com.

    Warner Bros. Consumer Products, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.

    Harry Potter continues to be a global phenomenon.  The series of books by author J.K. Rowling has been translated into 67 languages with more than 400 million copies sold in over 200 territories around the world.  The films, produced by Warner Bros. Pictures, have grossed more than $5.3 billion at the box office worldwide, making Harry Potter the largest-grossing film franchise in history. 

    ]]>     news_20     Universal Orlando Resort Revela Los Detalles Mas Anticipados Del “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” http://media.universalorlando.com/harrypotter/news.php?id=21 ORLANDO, Florida. (Septiembre 15, 2009) - Universal Orlando Resort, conjuntamente con  Warner Bros. Consumer Products, revelan hoy los primerísimos detalles a cerca del increíble The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, cuya inauguración será para la primavera del 2010.

    Inspirado por las historias originales de J.K. Rowling - y fiel a los paisajes visuales de la película  - The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - en Islands of Adventure de Universal proporcionara  al visitante con una experiencia completamente única y con múltiples atracciones, tiendas y un restaurante característico. Esta área completamente interactiva, trascenderá las generaciones dando vida a la maravilla y la magia de los libro y películas de Harry Potter. 

    Las expectativas de los fanáticos de Harry Potter es altísima y Universal Orlando Resort esta trabajando muy estrechamente con J.K. Rowling, Warner Bros. Consumer Products y el equipo de marca de Harry Potter quiere asegurarse de que The Wizarding World of Harry Potter sea una experiencia inolvidable.  El diseñador de la producción de la película Harry Potter, Stuart Craig y el director de arte, Alan Gilmore, en cooperación con un equipo de artesanos de Universal Creative  trabajan diariamente para hacer que la experiencia de Harry Potter sea lo mas autentica posible. Los visitantes podrán probar la Butterbeer en Three Broomsticks, comprar las Extendable Ears de Zonko y subirse a una atracción muy moderna que dará vida a la historia de Harry Potter de una manera nunca antes imaginada.

    "Toda la acción de las aventuras del mundo de Harry Potter vendrán a la vida aquí en Universal Orlando Resort," dijo Tom Williams, presidente y CEO de Universal Parks and Resorts.  "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter será diferente a cualquier otra experiencia en la tierra y ya quisiera ver las caras de nuestros visitantes cuando entren a esta fabulosa área."

    "Harry Potter continua despertando la imaginación de los fanáticos de todas las edades y realmente hemos visto la creciente expectativa por el The Wizarding World of Harry Potter," agrego Brad Globe, Presidente de Warner Bros. Consumer Products.  "Estamos muy contentos de compartir con los fanáticos un vistazo a este mundo verdaderamente encantado que estamos trayendo a la vida a Universal Orlando Resort con todos nuestros socios." 

    Desde el frente del arco de Hogsmeade a la inmensidad del Castillo de Hogwarts, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter presentara los siguientes áreas:

  • En la entrada de Hogsmeade, un vapor ondulante y un silbido característico anuncia la llegada del Hogwarts Express a la estación del tren de Hogsmeade station
  • Al cruzar la vía, esta Zonko's, una tienda de curiosidades con una colección de trucos y bromas, incluyendo las Extendable Ears Boxing Telescopes y Sneakoscopes
  • Honeydukes esta lleno de golosinas como Chocolate Frogs y Bertie Bott's Every-Flavour Beans
  • El Three Broomsticks y la barra de Hog's Head destacaran las tradiciones y bebidas británicas incluyendo Butterbeer y el jugo de calabaza.
  • En frente de Three Broomsticks esta The Owlery, donde los búhos posan y esperan a su próximo envío
  • The Owl Post envía cartas con un certificado postal de Hogsmeade y vende las estampillas oficiales de The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
  • Ollivanders, la tienda de varitas mágicas, es una increíble experiencia interactiva donde la varita escoge a su mago
  • Completando a Hogsmeade esta Dervish and Banges, la tienda de equipos e instrumentos mágicos muestra los Quidditch, Triwizard tienda de vestir, Spectrespecs y Remembralls
  • La primera atracción, Dragon Challenge, que muestra una montaña rusa doble de alta velocidad con muchos elementos iconos del torneo del Triwizard Tournament
  • A continuación encontraremos a Flight of the Hippogriff, una atracción familiar que simula un vuelo en entrenamiento  de Hippogriff sobre el castillo de Hogwarts
  • Localizado en el Castillo de Hogwarts, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey es una emocionante nueva atracción que usa la más actualizada tecnología para involucrarnos a la vida la magia, personajes y la historia de Harry Potter de una manera nunca antes experimentada
  • Antes de salir de Hogsmeade, esta Filch's Emporium of Confiscated Goods decorada como el Ministerio de la Magia llena de mercancía de criaturas mágicas, Omniculares e inclusive el mando a distancia del Golden Snitches

    • "El equipo de Universal Creative y Warner Bros. comparten una increíble pasión y el compromiso de hacer de este destino un entorno excepcional en un ambiente totalmente interactivo que tocara las vidas de nuestros visitantes," dijo Mark Woodbury, Presidente de Universal Creative.

    "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter ya es otra manera que los fanáticos tendrán para  experimentar y disfrutar a Harry Potter por muchos años venideros," dijo Diane Nelson, Presidente de DC Entertainment, quien también es responsable de supervisar la marca Harry Potter a nivel mundial. "El poder de esta marca habla por si sola, así como el entusiasmo de nuestros dedicados fanáticos alrededor del mundo, que crece a medida que avanzamos hacia el futuro."

    Universal Orlando Resort es un parque temático que te sitúa a ti y a tu familia en el corazón de las películas más taquilleras e historias de la cultura contemporánea de todos los tiempos convirtiéndote en la súper estrella de las clásicas aventura y permitiéndote descubrir tu héroe interno.  El visitante disfrutará de dos emocionantes parques temáticos - Universal Studios y Islands of Adventure, así como también  Universal CityWalk, unos 30 acres llenos de restaurantes, tiendas y un complejo de entretenimiento nocturno; tres fastuosos hoteles temáticos en los alrededores de Universal "Loews Portofino Bay Hotel", "Hard Rock Hotel" y "Loews Royal Pacific Resort". Y las más emocionantes aventuras en las atracciones de los parques temáticos como "The Simpsons Ride," "Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride," "The Incredible Hulk Coaster" y "The Amazing Adventures of Spider- Man". Para más información visite nuestra página de Internet www.universalorlando.com.

    Warner Bros. Consumer Products, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, es uno de los líderes y organizaciones de concesión de licencias de comercialización en el mundo.

    Harry Potter continua siendo un fenómeno global.  La serie de libros por la autora  J.K. Rowling han sido traducidas en 67 lenguajes con mas de 400 millones de copias vendidas sobre 200 territorios alrededor del mundo.  Las películas producidas por Warner Bros han recaudado mas de 5.3 billones de dólares en la taquilla mundial, haciendo de Harry Potter la mayor franquicia de películas taquilleras en la historia.

    ]]>     news_21     Universal Orlando Resort Revela Detalhes Ansiosamente Aguardados Sobre The Wizarding World of Harry Potter http://media.universalorlando.com/harrypotter/news.php?id=22 ORLANDO, Flórida. (15 de setembro de 2009) - Universal Orlando Resort, junto com Warner Bros. Consumer Products, revelou hoje os primeiros detalhes sobre o incrível escopo de "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. A Universal também anunciou que esssa nova área será aberta na primavera de 2010.

    Inspirado nas emocionantes histórias e personagens de J.K. Rowling - e leal ao visual e paisagens apresentadas nos filmes - The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, no Universal's Islands of Adventure, proporcionará aos visitantes uma experiência única em múltiplas atrações, lojas e restaurantes. Esse ambiente totalmente imersivo transcenderá gerações e trará a fascinação e a mágica dos livros e filmes do Harry Potter para a vida real. 

    As expectativas dos fãs de Harry Potter são altas e a Universal Orlando Resort está trabalhando atentamente com J.K. Rowling, Warner Bros. Consumer Products e com a equipe de branding the Harry Potter da Warner Bros. para garantir que The Wizarding World of Harry Potter será uma experiência para toda a vida. O produtor dos filmes Harry Potter, Stuart Craig e o diretor de arte, Alan Gilmore, em cooperação com os profissionais da Universal Creative, estão trabalhando diariamente para oferecer a melhor experiência possível aos fãs de Harry Potter. Os visitantes poderão experimentar a cerveja amanteigada no bar das Três Vassouras, comprar as orelhas extensíveis na loja Zonko's e entrar nas histórias de Harry Potter em uma atração nunca antes imaginada.

    "Todas as ações e aventuras do mundo de Harry Potter ganharão vida aqui no Universal Orlando Resort" disse Tom Williams, presidente e CEO da Universal Parks e Resorts. "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter será diferente de qualquer outra experiência no mundo e nós estamos ansiosos para ver a reação dos nossos visitantes ao entrarem nesse novo ambiente".

    "Harry Potter continua mexendo com a imaginação dos fãs de todas as idades e nós realmente temos visto a ansiedade sobre The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, adicionou Brad Globe, Presidente da Warner Bros. Consumer Products. "Nós estamos felizes em dividir com os fãs uma primeira espiada no mundo encantado que estamos trazendo para vida real, junto com todos os nossos parceiros, no Universal Orlando Resort".

    Desde a entrada em Hogsmeade até o enorme castelo de Hogwarts, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter apresentará as atrações listadas abaixo:

  • Na entrada de Hogsmeade, o vapor e o apito de um trem mostram a chegada do Hogwarts Express na estação de Hogsmeade.
  • Ao longo do caminho está Zonko's, uma loja com uma coleção de truques e bincadeiras
  • Honeydukes é a próxima porta com muitas iguarias como o Sapos de Chocolate.
  • O restaurante das Três Vassouras e o bar adjacente Hog's Head oferecem pratos típicos da Inglaterra e bebidas como cerveja amanteigada e suco de abóbora.
  • Do outro lado do Três Vassouras está o The Owlery, onde as corujas descansam e aguardam suas próximas entregas.
  • Owl Post envia cartas com o carimbo de correio de Hogsmeade e vende selos do "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter".
  • Ollivanders é a loja das varinhas mágicas que oferece uma interativa experiência onde a varinha escolhe o mágico.
  • Completando Hogsmeade, Dervish and Banges, loja com instrumentos e equipamentos mágicos do Quadribol, entre outros.
  • A primeira atração, Dragon Challenge, oferece uma montanha-russa dupla com vários ícones do torneio de Triwizard.
  • Próxima atração:  Flight of the Hippogriff, uma atração para família que simula um vôo de Hippogriff.
  • Localizado dentro do castelo de Hogwarts, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
  • é uma nova, moderna e emocionante atração, com uma tecnologia totalmente nunca antes utilizada, para trazer a mágica, os personagens e as histórias de Harry Potter para a vida real.
  • Antes de sair do castelo para Hogsmeade, Filch's Emporium of Confiscated Goods é cheia de produtos do Ministério da Magia.

    • "A equipe da Universal Creative e Warner Bros. compartilham uma incrível paixão e comprometimento para fazer deste destino de férias um ambiente excepcional e imersivo que tocará as vidas dos nossos visitantes", disse Mark Woodbury, presidente da Universal Creative.

    "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter é outro jeito que os fãs poderão vivenviar e aproveitar Harry Potter por muitos anos", disse Diane Nelson, presidente da DC Entertainment, que é também resposável por supervisionar a marca Harry Potter mundialmente. "A força dessa marca fala por si mesma, como o entusiasmo dos nossos dedicados fãs pelo mundo a fora, que continua crescendo ainda mais fortemente,  nos acompanhando para o futuro."

    Universal Orlando Resort é um destino de parques temáticos que coloca você e sua família no coração das histórias mais incríveis e da cultura pop - capaz de transportar os visitantes para um mundo imaginário onde eles tornam-se heróis de suas próprias aventuras. Os passageiros desfrutam de dois incríveis  parques temáticos - Universal Studios e Universal's Islands of Adventure assim como o Universal CityWalk, complexo com restaurantes, lojas e entretenimento noturno; e três magníficos Hotéis no Complexo - Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel e Loews Royal Pacific Resort. Entre as atrações dos parques temáticos estão "The Simpsons Ride," "Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride," "The Incredible Hulk Coaster" e "The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man."

    Mais informações estão disponíveis em www.universalorlando.com.br

    Warner Bros. Consumer Products, uma empresa Warner Bros. Entertainment, é uma das organizações líderes de licenciamento e merchandising no mundo.

    Harry Potter continua a ser um fenômeno mundial. A série de livros de J.K. Rowling já foi traduzida em 67 idiomas com mais de 400 milhões de cópias vendidas em 200 territórios pelo mundo. Os filmes, produzidos pela Warner Bros. Pictures, faturaram mais de $5.3 bilhões de dólares no mundo todo, fazendo Harry Potter a franquia de filme mais lucrativa de todos os tempos.

    ]]>     news_22     Universal Orlando Resort Révèle des Détails Très Attendus sur le Monde Ensorcelant de Harry Potter http://media.universalorlando.com/harrypotter/news.php?id=23 ORLANDO, Floride, le 14 septembre 2009 -- Universal Orlando Resort, conjointement avec Warner Bros. Consumer Products, a révélé aujourd'hui les tout premiers détails sur l'envergure extraordinaire du Monde ensorcelant de Harry Potter. Universal a aussi annoncé que cet espace très attendu ouvrirait au printemps 2010.

    Inspiré des histoires et personnages envoûtants de J. K. Rowling - et fidèle aux paysages visuels des films - le Monde ensorcelant de Harry Potter d'Universal's Islands of Adventure offrira aux visiteurs une expérience unique avec de nombreux magasins, attractions et un restaurant de la marque. Cet environnement complètement immersif transcendera les générations et donnera vie à la merveille et à la magie de chaque détail que contiennent les livres et films incroyables de Harry Potter.

    Les attentes des fans de Harry Potter sont grandes, et Universal Orlando Resort collabore de près avec J. K. Rowling, Warner Bros. Consumer Products et l'équipe Warner Bros. Harry Potter pour s'assurer que le Monde ensorcelant de Harry Potter constituera une expérience unique. Le producteur des films Harry Potter, Stuart Craig, et le directeur artistique, Alan Gilmore, en coopération avec plusieurs artisans d'Universal Creative, travaillent quotidiennement pour créer l'expérience Harry Potter la plus authentique possible. Les convives pourront siroter de la bièraubeurre aux Trois Balais, acheter des oreilles à rallonge chez Zonko et vivre pleinement les histoires de Harry Potter d'une façon jamais imaginée auparavant grâce aux attractions ultramodernes du parc.

    Toute l'action et les aventures du monde de Harry Potter prendront vie ici, à Universal Orlando Resort, déclare Tom Williams, Président-directeur général d'Universal Parks & Resorts. Le Monde ensorcelant de Harry Potter sera sans aucun doute une expérience unique au monde et nous sommes impatients de voir l'expression sur le visage de nos visiteurs lorsqu'ils entreront dans ce riche environnement ». 

    Harry Potter continue de susciter l'imagination de ses fans de tout âge, et nous ne pouvions que remarquer l'excitation grandissante devant le Monde ensorcelant de Harry Potter, ajoute Brad Globe, Président de Warner Bros. Consumer Products. Nous nous réjouissons à l'idée d'inaugurer avec les fans ce monde enchanté que nous avons réalisé avec la participation de nos partenaires d'Universal Orlando Resort ».

    Du portail d'entrée de Pré-au-Lard à l'immense château de Poudlard, le Monde ensorcelant de Harry Potter comportera les lieux suivants :

  • à l'entrée de Pré-au-Lard, les nuages de vapeur et un célèbre coup de sifflet signalent l'arrivée du Poudlard Express dans la gare de Pré-au-Lard
  • De l'autre côté de la route se trouve le magasin de farces et attrapes de Zonko, comprenant des oreilles à rallonge, des télescopes boxeurs et des scrutoscopes
  • Honeydukes est la porte d'à côté, rempli de sucreries comme les chocogrenouilles et les dragées surprise de Bertie Crochue
  • Les Trois Balais et le pub voisin, la Tête du Sanglier, proposeront des boissons et aliments britanniques traditionnels comme la bièraubeurre et le jus de citrouille
  • De l'autre côté des Trois Balais se trouve la Volière, où hiboux et chouettes attendent leur prochaine livraison
  • La Hibouposte envoie des lettres avec un cachet certifié Pré-au-Lard et vend des timbres officiels du Monde ensorcelant de Harry Potter.
  • Le magasin de baguettes d'Ollivanders est une expérience interactive incroyable où les baguettes choisissent elles-mêmes leur sorcier
  • Dernier magasin de Pré-au-Lard : Derviche et Bang propose des objets magiques et autres équipements, comme les accessoires de Quidditch, les costumes des Trois Sorciers, des lorgnospectres et des rappel-touts.
  • La première attraction, le Défi du dragon, est constituée de montagnes russes jumelles à grande vitesse avec de nombreux éléments célèbres du Tournoi des Trois Sorciers
  • Ensuite, le Vol de l'hippogriffe est une attraction familiale simulant le vol d'essai d'un hippogriffe au-dessus du château de Poudlard
  • Située dans le château de Poudlard, Harry Potter et le Voyage interdit est une attraction ultramoderne pleine d'excitation utilisant une technologie entièrement nouvelle pour faire vivre la magie, les personnages et les histoires de Harry Potter d'une façon jamais vécue auparavant

    • o Avant de revenir à Pré-au-Lard, visitez le Grand débarras d'objets confisqués de Rusard, plein de marchandises du Ministère de la magie et de créatures magiques, de multiplettes, et même de vifs d'or télécommandés

    « Les membres de cette équipe d'Universal Creative et de Warner Bros partagent un engagement et une passion incroyables dans le but de faire de cette destination un lieu extrêmement immersif qui touche la vie de ses visiteurs, » déclare Mark Woodbury, Président d'Universal Creative.

     « Le Monde ensorcelant de Harry Potter représente un autre moyen pour les fans de vivre et d'apprécier Harry Potter pour de nombreuses années à venir, » déclare Diane Nelson, Présidente de DC Entertainment, également responsable de la supervision de l'équipe de la marque Harry Potter dans le monde. « La force de cette marque parle d'elle-même, car l'enthousiasme des fans du monde entier continue de s'intensifier d'année en année. »

    Universal Orlando Resort est un parc à thème qui vous place, vous et votre famille, au cœur des histoires les plus incroyables et intemporelles de la culture populaire - faisant de vous la superstar dans une histoire d'aventure de classe mondiale et vous permettant de découvrir votre propre héros intérieur. Les convives auront le loisir de visiter deux parcs à thème palpitants - Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure et Universal CityWalk, un complexe de 15 hectares regroupant restaurants, magasins et attractions nocturnes ; ainsi que trois hôtels sur le site aux thèmes magnifiques - le Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, le Hard Rock Hotel et le Loews Royal Pacific Resort. Les principales expériences présentes dans ces parcs à thème comprennent « Le Parcours des Simpson », « La Revanche de la Momie - Le Circuit », « L'Incroyable Hulk » et « Les Incroyables Aventures de Spider-Man ». Pour plus d'informations, rendez-vous sur le site http://www.universalorlando.com.

    Warner Bros. Consumer Products, une société de Warner Bros. Entertainment, est l'une des entreprises leaders de licensing et de merchandising au détail dans le monde.

    Harry Potter continue d'être un phénomène mondial. La série de livres de l'auteur J. K. Rowling a été traduite en 67 langues, avec plus de 400 millions d'exemplaires vendus dans plus de 200 territoires à travers le monde. Les films, produits par Warner Bros. Pictures, ont généré plus de 5,3 milliards de dollars au box-office dans le monde entier, faisant de Harry Potter la franchise la plus prolifique de l'histoire du cinéma.

    ]]>     news_23     Das Universal Orlando Resort Enthüllt Vorab Details zu The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (Die Zauberwelt des Harry Potter) http://media.universalorlando.com/harrypotter/news.php?id=24 ORLANDO, Florida, 15. September 2009 -- Das Universal Orlando Resort und die Warner-Bros.-Konsumgütersparte Warner Bros. Consumer Products gaben heute erste Vorabdetails zur unglaublichen Zauberwelt des Harry Potter bekannt, deren Eröffnung laut Universal auf das Frühjahr 2010 vorgezogen wurde.

    Auf der Grundlage der mitreißenden Geschichten und Figuren von J.K. Rowling und den Märchenlandschaften aus den Harry-Potter-Filmen soll die Zauberwelt des Harry Potter Besuchern des Abenteuerparks Universal's Islands of Adventure einen einzigartigen Erlebnisaufenthalt inklusive zahlreicher Attraktionen und namhafter Restaurants bieten. Die durch und durch bezaubernde Kulisse soll Besuchern allen Alters in Staunen versetzen und das Wundervolle und Magische der so detailreichen Harry-Potter-Bücher und -Filme zum Leben erwecken.

    Um die hohen Erwartungen der Harry-Potter-Fans nicht zu enttäuschen und aus der Zauberwelt des Harry Potter ein einzigartiges Erlebnis zu machen, arbeitet das Universal Orlando Resort eng mit J.K. Rowling, der „Warner Bros. Consumer Products"-Abteilung und dem „Warner Bros. Harry Potter"-Markenteam zusammen. Stuart Craig, der Set-Designer der Harry-Potter-Filme und der künstlerische Leiter Alain Gilmore arbeiten täglich mit einem Heer an Handwerkern von Universal Creative am authentischsten Harry-Potter-Erlebnis aller Zeiten. Besucher können in den „Drei Besen" Butterbier schlürfen, bei Zonko Langziehohren erwerben und einen hochmodernen Vergnügungspark entdecken, der die Geschichten rund um Harry Potter auf eine noch nie dagewesene Art und Weise zum Leben erweckt.

    „All die Betriebsamkeit und Abenteuer aus der Welt des Harry Potter werden hier im Universal Orlando Resort zum Leben erweckt", sagte Tom Williams, seines Zeichens Aufsichtsratsvorsitzender und Geschäftsführer der Universal-Parks und -Resorts. „Die Zauberwelt des Harry Potter wird sich deutlich von allen anderen Vergnügungsparks der Welt unterscheiden und wir freuen uns schon jetzt auf das Staunen unserer Besucher, wenn sie diese Zauberwelt erkunden."

    „Harry Potter beflügelt noch immer die Phantasie von Jung und Alt und die Erwartungshaltung hinsichtlich der Zauberwelt des Harry Potter wuchs mit jedem Tag", wie Brad Globe, Präsident von Warner Bros. Consumer Products hinzufügt. „Wir sind hoch erfreut, Harry-Potter-Fans erste Eindrücke der wahrlich magischen Welt bieten zu können, die wir gemeinsam mit unseren Partnern im Universal Orlando Resort zum Leben erwecken."

    Vom Einlass am Torbogen von Hogsmeade bis zum weitläufigen Areal der Hogwarts-Schule stehen unseren Besuchern folgende Attraktionen der Zauberwelt des Harry Potter offen:

  • Am Eingang von Hogsmeade künden wabernder Dampf und vertrautes Pfeifen den in Hogsmeade einfahrenden Hogwarts-Express an
  • Gegenüber liegt „Zonkos Scherzartikelladen" mit seiner Auswahl an Jux- und Scherzartikeln wie Langziehohren, boxende Teleskope oder Spickoskope
  • Der angrenzende „Honigtopf" lockt mit zahlreichen Leckereien, darunter beispielsweise Schokofrösche und Bertie Botts' Bohnen jeder Geschmacksrichtung
  • Die „Drei Besen" und der benachbarte „Eberkopf" kredenzen traditionelle britische Speisen und Getränke wie Butterbier oder Kürbissaft
  • Gegenüber der „Drei Besen" liegt die Eulerei, wo sich Eulen ausruhen und auf ihre nächsten Einsätze warten
  • Die Eulenpost versendet Post inklusive verbriefter Hogsmeade-Marken und verkauft offizielle Marken der Zauberwelt des Harry Potter
  • In „Ollivanders Zauberstabwerkstatt" erwartet die Besucher ein einzigartiges interaktives Erlebnis, wenn sich die Zauberstäbe ihren Zauberer selbst aussuchen
  • Abschließend noch ein Besuch bei „Derwisch und Banges", dem Geschäft für Magiebedarf und Zauberwerkzeug, wo man von Quidditch-Ausrüstung, Utensilien für das Trimagische Tournier über Gespensterbrillen bis hin zu Erinnermichs alles findet, was das Magierherz begehrt
  • Die erste Attraktion, die Dragon Challenge (Die Herausforderung des Drachen), lockt mit einer Hochgeschwindigkeits-Doppelachterbahn mit vielen unverwechselbaren Elementen aus dem Trimagischen Tournier
  • Anschließend zum Flight of the Hippogriff (Der Flug des Hippogreif), einer Achterbahn für die ganze Familie, der einem Trainingsflug über dem Hogwarts-Anwesen nachempfunden ist
  • In der Hogwarts-Schule selbst finden Besucher die hochmoderne und atemberaubende Attraktion Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey (Harry Potter und die verbotene Reise), wo dank neuester Technik der Zauber der Geschichten und Figuren aus Harry Potters Welt auf fantastische Weise zum Leben erweckt wird

    • o   Bevor der Weg zurück nach Hogsmeade führt, lockt noch Filchs „Laden der konfiszierten Waren" mit seinen Artikeln des Zaubereiministeriums und anderer magischer Kreaturen, darunter Omnigläser und sogar ferngesteuerte goldene Schnatze

    „Die Teams von Universal Creative und Warner Bros. verbindet die einzigartige Leidenschaft und Hingabe, diese Destination in einen außerordentlich spannenden und anziehenden Ort zu verwandeln, der unsere Besucher schlichtweg verblüffen soll", sagte Mark Woodbury, der Präsident von Universal Creative.

    „Dank der Zauberwelt des Harry Potter können sich Fans noch sehr lange an ihrem Lieblingszauberer begeistern und erfreuen", sagte Diane Nelson, die Präsidentin von DC Entertainment die zudem für die Leitung des weltweiten Harry-Potter-Markenteams verantwortlich zeichnet. „Die Kraft dieser Marke spricht für sich selbst und wächst ebenso wie der Enthusiasmus der ständig wachsenden Harry-Potter-Fangemeinde in aller Welt."

    Das Universal Orlando Resort ist ein Themenpark, in dessen Rahmen Sie und Ihre Familie in die Geheimnisse der zeitlosesten und phantastischsten Geschichten der Popkultur eintauchen können: Werden Sie zum Superstar herausragender Abenteuergeschichten und entdecken Sie Ihren inneren Helden. Unsere Besucher haben die Wahl zwischen den atemberaubenden Themenparks der Universal Studios bzw. Islands of Adventure und können mit dem Universal CityWalk einen mehr als 12 Hektar großen Restaurant-, Einkaufs- und Ausgehkomplex entdecken; darüber hinaus finden sich drei bezaubernde Themenhotels direkt am Gelände: das Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, das Hard Rock Hotel und das Loews Royal Pacific Resort. Zu den Aushängeschildern des Themenparks zählen unter anderem die folgenden Achterbahnen „The Simpsons Ride", „Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride" (Die Rache der Mumie), „The Incredible Hulk Coaster" (Der unglaubliche Hulk) sowie „The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man" (Die fantastischen Abenteuer von Spider-Man). Weiterführende Informationen finden Sie unter http://www.universalorlando.com.

    Warner Bros. Consumer Products ist eine Tochterfirma von Warner Bros. und zählt zu den weltweit führenden Lizenzierungs- und Einzelhandelsverkaufsunternehmen.

    Harry Potter ist nach wie vor ein weltweites Phänomen. Die Buchreihe der Schriftstellerin J.K. Rowling wurde bisher in 67 Sprachen übersetzt und verkaufte weltweit mehr als 400 Million Exemplare.

    Die von Warner Bros. Pictures produzierten Harry-Potter-Filme spielten weltweit über 5,3 Milliarden Dollar ein, wodurch Harry Potter weltweit zu den einspielstärksten Filmmarken der Geschichte zählt.

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