The InstantCast Blog » Harry Potter http://blog.instantcast.com Your Source for Casting Calls, Tips, and Gossip Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:08:43 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 en hourly 1 Hear How YOU Can Get Cast in the New “Harry Potter” Attraction! http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/10/29/hear-how-you-can-get-cast-in-the-new-harry-potter-flick/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/10/29/hear-how-you-can-get-cast-in-the-new-harry-potter-flick/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:03:46 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=9457 Harry-PotterThis 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

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/10/29/hear-how-you-can-get-cast-in-the-new-harry-potter-flick/feed/ 1 Celebrity Roundup: Harry Potter works his magic on the weekend box office! http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/20/celebrity-roundup-harry-potter-works-his-magic-on-the-weekend-box-office/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/20/celebrity-roundup-harry-potter-works-his-magic-on-the-weekend-box-office/#comments Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:34:20 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=6860 Harry Potter and the Half-Blood PrinceHarry Potter Wins Weekend with $79.5M [EW]
Mischa Barton’s TV Series The Beautiful Life Postponed [Us]
Paula Abdul May Not Return to American Idol [People]
Madonna Visits Crew Injured in Stage Collapse [E!]
Emma Watson Will Attend Brown University [MTV]
Kristen and Dakota Have a Hard-Working Weekend [PopSugar]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/20/celebrity-roundup-harry-potter-works-his-magic-on-the-weekend-box-office/feed/ 0 Celebrity Roundup: Emmy noms announced, 30 Rock & Family Guy are top comedies! http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/16/celebrity-roundup-91/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/16/celebrity-roundup-91/#comments Thu, 16 Jul 2009 13:57:08 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=6773 30 Rock and Family GuyFamily Guy Helps Make Emmy History [People]
Amy Winehouse Splits From Husband [Us]
Twilight Takes a Graphic Twist [E!]
Drake’s “So Far Gone” Is The Hottest Mixtape Of 2009 [MTV]
Harry Potter Breaks Midnight Record [EW]
Charlize Theron Is in Shape and Soon, Vogue [PopSugar]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/16/celebrity-roundup-91/feed/ 0 Harry Potter + Twilight = Greatest Movie Ever? http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/15/harry-potter-twilight-greatest-movie-ever/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/15/harry-potter-twilight-greatest-movie-ever/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:22:41 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=6755 tomfeltonWhether 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?

By Molly, InstantCast staff writer

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/15/harry-potter-twilight-greatest-movie-ever/feed/ 1 Celebrity Roundup: Renée Zellweger & Bridget Jones – together once again! http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/15/celebrity-roundup-90/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/15/celebrity-roundup-90/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:05:21 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=6747 Renee ZellwegerRenée Zellweger to Pack It On Again for Bridget Jones [People]
Joey McIntyre Expecting His Second Son [Us]
This Is Why We Love Anne Hathaway [E!]
Taylor Swift Promises ‘Theatrics’ For 2009 VMA Performance [MTV]
Timberlake Isn’t Always Camera-Ready [PopSugar]
Harry Potter Films: Home to Great British Actors [EW]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/15/celebrity-roundup-90/feed/ 1 Celebrity Roundup: Is there a baby in the future for Ryan and Scarlett? http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/10/celebrity-roundup-89/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/10/celebrity-roundup-89/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:21:22 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=6619 Ryan Reynolds and Scarlett JohanssonHow Hayden Panettiere Survives the Fame Game [People]
Ryan Reynolds: “Every Intention of Adopting” [Us]
Jim Carrey Ready to Be a Grandfather? Yes, Man! [E!]
Love And War In Half-Blood Prince [MTV]
Paris Hilton Struts Her Way Back Into a Courtroom [PopSugar]
Hope Davis Steps into Hillary Clinton Role [EW]

By Alisha, InstantCast

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/10/celebrity-roundup-89/feed/ 0 Stars of “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” Hog the Headlines! http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/08/harry-potter-and-the-half-blood-prince-stars-hog-the-headlines/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/08/harry-potter-and-the-half-blood-prince-stars-hog-the-headlines/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 20:20:08 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=6593 rupertgrintHold 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…

Meanwhile, Daniel Radcliffe–on the cover of the latest issue of Esquire–and Emma Watson–set to attend Brown University next year–are doing just fine. Phew.

Who’s your favorite Potter cast member? We’ve got to go for Ralph Fiennes as Voldemort, but we see how that could be a controversial choice. For more summer blockbuster fun, nominate yourself and your friends in our fantasy casting contests today!

By Molly, InstantCast staff writer

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/08/harry-potter-and-the-half-blood-prince-stars-hog-the-headlines/feed/ 0 Celebrity Roundup: Check out the star-studded Harry Potter premiere! http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/08/celebrity-roundup-check-out-the-star-studded-harry-potter-premiere/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/08/celebrity-roundup-check-out-the-star-studded-harry-potter-premiere/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 14:27:54 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=6551 Harry Potter starsHarry Potter Draws a Royal Crowd For the London Premiere [PopSugar]
Daniel Radcliffe: Women Are Catching Up with Me [People]
Lindsay Lohan Turned Down Hangover Role [Us]
Celebs Tweet Final Respects to Michael Jackson [E!]
Green Day Release  ‘Rock Band’ Songs [MTV]
Is Bruno Funnier than Borat? [EW]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/08/celebrity-roundup-check-out-the-star-studded-harry-potter-premiere/feed/ 0 Celebrity Roundup: Michael Jackson’s memorial + watch the new Jennifer’s Body trailer! http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/07/celebrity-roundup-87/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/07/celebrity-roundup-87/#comments Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:25:05 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=6512 Megan Fox in Jennifer's BodyJackson Family Members Gather at Los Angeles Cemetery [People]
Stars Align for Tomorrow’s Michael Jackson Memorial [E!]
VIDEO: Watch Megan Fox Seduce and Kill [Us]
Potter Fans Watch Ginny Weasley Grow Up [MTV]
Joanna Joins the Gossip Girls in NYC [PopSugar]
Transformers 2 Tops July 4 Box Office [EW]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

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Draco Malfoy Follows His Dark Destiny [MTV]
Jon & Kate Gosselin Together for July 4th with Children [People]
Madonna Pays Tribute to Michael Jackson [E!]
Cameron Takes a Walk on the Wild Side For V Magazine [PopSugar]
Ice Age, Transformers Tie at No. 1 [EW]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/06/celebrity-roundup-86/feed/ 2 Celebrity Roundup: One Jonas Brother is officially off the market! http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/02/celebrity-roundup-one-jonas-brother-is-officially-off-the-market/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/02/celebrity-roundup-one-jonas-brother-is-officially-off-the-market/#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:24:15 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=6419 Kevin Jonas and Danielle DeleasaKevin Jonas Gets Engaged! [People]
Eclipse Start Date Comes Into View [E!]
Exclusive: Hilary Duff joins Gossip Girl [EW]
Jackson Family: “There Will Be No” Public Neverland Memorial [Us]
Harry Potter Cast Reveal Quidditch Secrets [MTV]
Brunette Britney Takes a Boat Ride With Her Boys [PopSugar]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/07/02/celebrity-roundup-one-jonas-brother-is-officially-off-the-market/feed/ 3 Celebrity Roundup: Pattinson hit by cab + the Public Enemies premiere! http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/06/19/celebrity-roundup-82/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/06/19/celebrity-roundup-82/#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2009 13:22:57 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=6020 Report: Robert Pattinson Hit by Taxicab [People]
Spencer and Heidi to Return to I’m a Celebrity... [Us]
Jonas Brothers Tour: Dinosaurs and Volcanoes and Waterfalls, Oh My! [MTV]
Katherine Heigl Sticks with Grey’s Anatomy [E!]
Harry Potter Posters: Love! Jealousy! Betrayal! [EW]
Sexy Depp and Bale Are Public Enemies in Chicago [PopSugar]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/06/19/celebrity-roundup-82/feed/ 2 InstantCast Editor Isabelle Speaks with Twilight Fan Lauren http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/05/28/isabelle-speaks-with-twilight-fan-lauren/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/05/28/isabelle-speaks-with-twilight-fan-lauren/#comments Thu, 28 May 2009 19:38:13 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=5510 “The amazing thing about the Twilight saga is that it came out of nowhere,” explains 24 year-old Twilight fan Lauren. Lauren was at the ReelzChannel TwiCon correspondent open call at NYC’s Borders at Columbus Circle yesterday in hopes of landing a “news correspondent” gig. The casting call asked all Twilight fans to come out & audition to be their on-air correspondent at the upcoming TwiCon convention.

Lauren told me that Twilight is unlike other films with devoted followings – Star Trek, Harry Potter etc. – because it reaches people of all ages, ethnicities, and countries. Even though Lauren’s day job is at a design/production company, she hopes to get this gig. She feels confident that she has what it take, especially since she has prior on-air experience & can speak articulately about the Twilight zone!

Check out my conversation with Lauren below:

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Cheryl Burke: Gilles Marini and I Have “Something Big” Planned Next Week [Us]
50 Cent On Eminem’s Return: ‘It’s Great!’ [MTV]
See the Lost Finale Sneak Peeks! [E!]
Daniel and Emma Keep the Harry Potter Magic Alive [PopSugar]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/05/12/celebrity-roundup-60/feed/ 3 Celebrity Roundup: Heidi and Seal – happily pregnant once again! http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/04/17/celebrity-roundup-51/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/04/17/celebrity-roundup-51/#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:04:43 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=4483 Ex-Idol Hopeful Arrested at Britney Spears’s House [People]
Seal Confirms Heidi Klum Is Pregnant [Us]
Zac Efron Wants To ‘Grow Up’ With ‘17 Again’ [MTV]
New Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Trailer [E!]
Whitney Rides Out the Drama Away From the City [PopSugar]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/04/17/celebrity-roundup-51/feed/ 13 Celebrity Roundup: Jonas Brothers, Dakota Fanning, and new Harry Potter footage! http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/03/05/celebrity-roundup-38/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/03/05/celebrity-roundup-38/#comments Thu, 05 Mar 2009 14:52:14 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=3658 Bachelor’s Melissa: Jason and Molly Betrayed Me [US]
Jonas Brothers Move On To Album, Tour After TV Show Wraps [MTV]
Dakota Fanning to Star in The Runaways with Kristen Stewart [Showbiz Spy]
Behind the Scenes with Taylor Swift on ‘CSI’ [ET]
‘Harry Potter’: New ‘Half-Blood Prince’ footage [EW]

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/03/05/celebrity-roundup-38/feed/ 2 Film Genre of the Day: Fantasy http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/02/18/film-genre-of-the-day-fantasy/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/02/18/film-genre-of-the-day-fantasy/#comments Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:54:09 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=3396 FANTASY FILM - A film with fantastic themes, usually involving magic, supernatural events, make-believe creatures, or exotic fantasy worlds. The genre is considered to be distinct from science fiction film and horror film, although the genres do overlap. (For example, much about the Star Wars saga suggests fantasy, yet it has the feel of science fiction.) Lately the genre has gained new respect, driven principally by the successful adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings and J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series.

By Alisha, InstantCast assistant editor

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2009/02/18/film-genre-of-the-day-fantasy/feed/ 2 The Cult: Twilight vs. Harry Potter http://blog.instantcast.com/2008/12/19/the-cult-twilight-vs-harry-potter/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2008/12/19/the-cult-twilight-vs-harry-potter/#comments Fri, 19 Dec 2008 18:26:52 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=2266 It’s hard to NOT think about Harry Potter when you think about Twilight: both films are based on books and have many series. The characters are young and supernatural. And, both are HUGE hits in the box office and on the bookshelves!

Want to get in on all the Twilight action? InstantCast wants to see you in the Twilight sequel. Click here to apply NOW before it’s too late!

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2008/12/19/the-cult-twilight-vs-harry-potter/feed/ 1 Celebrity Roundup: Jennifer Aniston, Kate Walsh, Joe vs. Robert, and Harry Potter http://blog.instantcast.com/2008/12/12/celebrity-roundup-3/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2008/12/12/celebrity-roundup-3/#comments Fri, 12 Dec 2008 22:16:04 +0000 InstantCast http://blog.instantcast.com/?p=2067 Kate Walsh Getting Divorced [Star]
Jennifer Aniston Strips Down for GQ Cover [People]
Jennifer Aniston: I “Wasn’t Trying to Make Any Statement” With Naked GQ Pic [US Weekly]
Emma Watson ‘Thrilled’ With ‘Deathly Hallows’ Ending [MTV]
Joe Jonas Jealous Of Robert Pattinson [Ocean Up]

By Alisha, InstantCast staff writer

]]> http://blog.instantcast.com/2008/12/12/celebrity-roundup-3/feed/ 3 InstantCast AllStar Alert: Robert Pattinson http://blog.instantcast.com/2008/11/25/instantcast-allstar-alert-robert-pattinson-2/ http://blog.instantcast.com/2008/11/25/instantcast-allstar-alert-robert-pattinson-2/#comments Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:26:20 +0000 instantcast http://instantcast.wordpress.com/?p=4294

Robert Pattinson first caught our eye as Cedric Diggory, Hogwart’s hottest Quidditch player in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. But most of you know the British native as Edward Cullen in Twilight, which made over $70 million in its opening weekend! Here’s some trivia about 2008’s It Boy:

- He’s a talented musician and plays the guitar and keyboard
- He had to learn to scuba dive for Goblet of Fire
- He was fired the night before the premiere of play The Woman Before in 2005
- His acting inspiration is Jack Nicholson
- He beat out 3000 other actors to play Edward in Twilight!

    Want more Robert? Click here to find out what movies he’s doing next!

    By Alisha, InstantCast staff writer

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