Hey Thrill Seekers,
The beauty of what Universal have done with the Potter franchise is in the detail. They don’t just throw a couple of awesome attractions up they really look to immerse the visitor into the Wizarding World.
This evening we’ve received an update from Universal on some of the added extras that will make your visit to Universal Studios special. When you’ve made your way into Diagon Alley via the brick wall, take a right at Weasley’s Wizard Wheezers and head toward the bustling shopping area known as Carkitt Market. This location is where you’ll find two new live shows…
The first show is based on two stories taken from The Tales of Beedle the Bard, The fountain of fortune and the tale of the three brothers. The show uses scenic pieces, props and puppetry created by Michael Curry, Emmy award winning designer.
Check out these amazing images;
The second show is a musical performance by The Singing Sorceress: Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees, as I’m sure you know they’re a popular band in the Wizarding World. The songs sung are all titles created by J.K. Rowling and include “You stole my cauldron but can’t have my heart”, “A cauldron full of hot, strong love” and “You charmed the heart right out of me”.
On top of these awesome live shows, Universal also announced some exciting interactive features.
In the London area you’ll find the knight bus and it’s permanent residents, the shrunken head (voiced by Lenny Henry in the films) and the conductor, guests will be able to chat, joke and take photos.
You’ll also be able to exchange your hard earned dollars for some proper money at the Gringotts Money Exchange, visitors can get their hands on Wizarding Bank Notes which can be used at both universal parks, all overseen by a Gringotts Goblin.
We also hear there are more surprises yet to be revealed…
Smiles included
Jamie
