09-30-2013, 06:15 AM
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Harry Potter: The Exhibition coming to Edmonton, Canada starting November 23, 2013
Warner Bros. has announced that Harry Potter: The Exhibition will be heading back to Canada this fall. Starting November 23, 2013 and running through March 9, 2014, the worldwide museum exhibit will be located at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton; tickets may be purchased here. EDMONTON, Canada – Harry Potter fans in Canada will have the chance to step inside the famous wizard’s world when Harry Potter: The Exhibition opens at TELUS World of Science - Edmonton on November 23, 2013.
Fans will see the amazing craftsmanship behind hundreds of authentic costumes and film props from all eight of the Harry Potter films. Created by Global Experience Specialists, Inc. (GES) in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, Harry Potter: The Exhibition immerses fans in the experience as they get a firsthand view of authentic artifacts displayed in detailed settings inspired by the film sets, including the Great Hall, Hagrid's hut, the Gryffindor™ common room, and other settings from the films.
Edmonton is the tenth stop for the exhibition which is concluding its global five-year tour. Harry Potter: The Exhibition debuted in Chicago in 2009 and has since been touring the world with most recent stops in Tokyo, New York and Singapore. The exhibition has expanded in recent years to include artifacts from all eight Harry Potter films.
“Harry Potter has enthralled fans worldwide as it stimulates their creativity and imaginations,” said George Smith, President & CEO, TELUS World of Science - Edmonton. “Bringing Harry Potter: The Exhibition to Edmonton is exciting. Providing world-class entertainment to the people of Edmonton and Alberta is essential as our community continues to grow and attract people from around the globe. This exhibition provides access to some of the most iconic items used in the films, so to have it in Edmonton is really a point of pride.”
Harry Potter: The Exhibition opens Saturday, November 23, 2013, and will run through Sunday, March 9, 2014 at TELUS World of Science - Edmonton. The exhibition is a timed entry experience and will be open daily. Tickets are now available online at telusworldofscienceedmonton.com, by calling 780-451-3344, or by visiting the science centre’s box office.
Admission to Harry Potter: The Exhibition, which includes general admission to the science centre’s exhibition halls, is $26.50 for adults; $23.50 for seniors and youth (ages 65+ and 13-17); $19.50 for children (ages 3-12); and for TELUS World of Science - Edmonton members admission is $20 for adults; $18 for seniors and youth; and $14 for children.
About TELUS World of Science - Edmonton
TELUS World of Science - Edmonton is a world-class, broad-based science centre that inspires and motivates people to learn about and contribute to science and technology. TELUS World of Science - Edmonton is a leader in providing high quality, interactive programs and exhibits that provide an avenue for both learning and entertainment, and which spark the imagination of people of all ages. The Edmonton Space & Science Foundation is a non-profit organization that operates TELUS World of Science - Edmonton. For additional information, visit: www.telusworldofscienceedmonton.com
Those who purchase tickets before November 10 will be eligible to get to see the exhibition during a special preview on November 21. More details here. |