This just in: Casting is now underway for the next Harry Potter adventure. Universal Orlando is holding open casting calls for atmosphere roles in Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Click here to apply on InstantCast right this minute. They’re looking for male and female actors who can speak with a British accent. More specifically, Universal is holding calls for male actors with strong improv and interaction skills who are able to portray an age range of mid-thirties to mid-forties. In addition, they’re casting male and female actors who are youthful in appearance. Full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions are available. Click here to access this casting call now.

By: Isabelle Dungan, InstantCast Editor

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Whether you’re in Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, or Ravenclaw, you’re bound to love Tom Felton, famed for his portrayal of snarling Slytherin Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter films.

Well, we’ve got good news for you, moviegoers–Tom is up for the role of Riley in Twilight: Eclipse! While G.I. Joe’s Channing Tatum is also said to be in the running for the part, Tom definitely remains a fan favorite. Don’t worry–InstantCast will keep you updated!

The Potter-Twilight teen fantasy series double whammy is a feat already completed by sparkly vampire Robert Pattinson, who played Quidditch captain Cedric Diggory. If you’d like to land a role next to Tom, apply to our Eclipse casting call today!

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince has been in theaters for less than a day but is already reporting huge box office profits from midnight and early showings alone–have you seen it? What did you think?

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Hold onto your hats, Harry Potter fans–it’s only a few more days till the July 15 release of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, and the stars of your favorite series can’t seem to keep themselves out of trouble!

Rupert Grint, a.k.a. Ron Weasley, was recently diagnosed with swine flu! But don’t worry, he’s feeling much better, and attended the London premiere of the film. In more unfortunate news, Jamie Waylett, who plays Vincent Crabbe, has been arrested and charged with growing marijuana. Let’s hope he was planning to use them for his Potions class…

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