Warner Bros have just informed us that Harry Potter: The Exhibition is moving to the Ontario Science Centre in Canada beginning April 9, 2010.
The exhibit will be 14,000 square foot (1,300 square metre) and includes artifacts with detailed settings inspired by the film sets, including the Great Hall, Hagrid’s hut, the Gryffindor common room, and more. The exhibition will also include costumes and props from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows once production is complete.
“We are thrilled to be opening Harry Potter: The Exhibition in Canada to give fans the opportunity to experience all of the incredible components of this magical world brought to life,” said Karen McTier, Executive Vice President, Domestic Licensing and Worldwide Marketing, Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “The Ontario Science Centre is a wonderful venue that will showcase perfectly Harry’s world for fans of all ages to enjoy.”
“We are delighted with the reception the exhibition has received in Chicago and Boston and we are honoured to make the Ontario Science Centre the first stop on its international tour,” said Eddie Newquist, President, Branded Entertainment, Exhibitgroup/Giltspur. “Fans young and old from around the world have given us tremendous positive feedback, and we are hopeful that all the Harry Potter fans in the Toronto area and beyond will have a chance to visit this one-of-a-kind exhibition.”
“The Ontario Science Centre is excited to offer our visitors the opportunity to step into a world that has captured the imagination of both children and adults for over a decade. This exhibition will add a new dimension to our exciting and inspiring programming,” said Dr. Hooley McLaughlin, Ontario Science Centre Director of Visitor Experience. “We’re confident that Harry Potter: The Exhibition will draw local and tourist visitors of all ages.”
The exhibit will open April 9, 2010 and end on August 22, 2010. Tickets are now available online at OntarioScienceCentre.ca, in person at the Science Centre, or by calling the box office at 416-696-1000. Admission to Harry Potter: The Exhibition, which includes general admission to the museum’s exhibition halls, is $27.50 for adults; $23.50 for seniors and youth (ages 65+ and 13-17); $20.00 for children (ages 4-12); and for Ontario Science Centre members admission is $14 for adults; $12 for seniors and youth; and $10 for children.
Thanks to Warner Bros for letting us know!
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