Universal Studios Hollywood marked the opening of "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™" with legendary Oscar, Emmy, Golden Globe, BAFTA and Grammy award-winning composer John Williams conducting the L.A. Philharmonic synchronized to a spectacularly choreographed three dimensional digital lighting projection on Hogwarts castle.
A dynamic fireworks display followed to signal the much-anticipated arrival of this incredibly immersive land.
"The Wizarding World of Harry Potter" officially opens to the public on Thursday, April 7… and is already sold out for opening day!
Joining in the celebration were Harry Potter film talent, including Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy), Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood), James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George Weasley), and Warwick Davis (Professor Flitwick), as well as Stuart Craig (Production Designer, Harry Potter films and "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter").
"Today is a very exciting and historically significant day for us," said Larry Kurzweil, President, Universal Studios Hollywood. "This incredible event to celebrate the opening of 'The Wizarding World of Harry Potter' marks the pinnacle of years of hard work and the beginning of a new generation of Universal Studios Hollywood. With over 75 percent completely reimagined, Universal Studios Hollywood is an entirely new theme park destination and we look forward to sharing everything that the Entertainment Capital of L.A. has to offer with visitors from around the world."
More than five years in the making, and inspired by J.K. Rowling's compelling stories and characters that were brought to life in the Warner Bros. films, "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter" has been masterfully recreated with impeccable detail as a real-world interpretation at Universal Studios Hollywood.
"The Wizarding World of Harry Potter" resonates with immense detail, inviting guests to revel in Harry Potter's world with the opportunity to enjoy authentic food and beverage at multiple locations, including Three Broomsticks™, and Hog's Head pub, as well as the Magic Neep and Butterbeer™ carts.
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