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The "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" play, the near 20-years-later sequel to the story of the boy wizard created by J.K. Rowling, is currently on previews in London's West End, and some of the stars from the original films are already watching it. Emma Watson, who rose to fame playing Hermione Granger in the films, recently saw the play -- and she has nothing but praise for Noma Dumezweni! Read More »
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will begin its round of preview performances this week at London's West End, and the first few cast photos have been released to the public -- but fans aren't thrilled with what they're seeing. J.K. Rowling, the author of the book series, is stepping in to discuss the play -- including the decision to have Noma Dumezweni play Hermione Granger. Read More »
Back when it was announced that Noma Dumezweni would be playing Hermione Granger in the stage play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, fans of the famed series seemed to be confused – largely because Dumezweni is an African American. With that, the whole “black Hermione” thing started and people did they typical thing of being ridiculously mad over something dumb. But, as it happens, Emma Watson has come out saying that she cannot wait to see Dumezweni in the role. Read More »
Emma Watson became a household name when she was a kid playing Hogwarts girl genius Hermione Granger, so many just assumed the character had to be white - but as the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child cast is announced, everyone but J.K. Rowling seems confused at actress Noma Dumezweni's ethnicity. Read More »
