HARRY POTTER: DIE AUSSTELLUNG ZUM START EINER WELTWEITEN TOURNEE IM FRANKLIN INSTITUTE IN PHILADELPHIA

The all-new touring exhibition is set to open at The Franklin Institute in early 2022

BURBANK, CA & ATLANTA, GA July 1, 2021 – Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment in partnership with Imagine Exhibitions and EMC Presents have announced that Harry Potter: Die Ausstellung, the most comprehensive touring exhibition ever presented about the Wizarding World, will kick off its spellbinding global tour at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in early 2022.

The Franklin Institute will play host to the world premiere of the exhibition, which is slated to tour globally to Latin America, the Asia-Pacific Region (APAC), Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). The exhibition’s opening and ticket on-sale dates will be announced in the coming months.

The brand new behind-the-scenes exhibition will use the latest innovations in immersive design and technology. It will celebrate the films and stories of Harry Potter, Phantastische Tierwesenund die erweiterte Zaubererwelt, einschließlich Harry Potter und das verwunschene Kind, through beautifully crafted environments that honor the iconic moments, characters, settings, and beasts as seen in the films and stories. Visitors will get an up-close look at authentic props and original costumes from the Harry Potter und Phantastische Tierwesen films and have the opportunity to engage with innovative, awe-inspiring, and magical environments and installations in ways never before experienced in a touring exhibition. Harry Potter: Die Ausstellung introduces a unique comprehensive touring experience that will enchant both new and devoted Wizarding World fans.

“This exhibition will be unlike any other Wizarding World touring exhibition. The inclusion of technology, attention to detail, and integration of magical touches created by our partners at Imagine Exhibitions is truly unique,” said Peter van Roden, Senior Vice President of Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment. “We are elated to be launching the world tour at the Franklin Institute and for fans to be able to have another way to experience the Wizarding World.”

“We are very excited to be launching the world tour of the all-new Harry Potter: Die Ausstellung in Philadelphia at The Franklin Institute in early 2022,” said Tom Zaller, CEO of Imagine Exhibitions. “The Franklin Institute is a trusted partner of ours, a national leader for world-renowned exhibitions, a great cultural driver for Philadelphia, and a perfect location for fans to experience our groundbreaking new exhibition.”

“The Wizarding World is a sweeping phenomenon that crosses generations and delivers astonishing global appeal,” said Larry Dubinski, President and CEO of The Franklin Institute. “We are thrilled that Harry Potter: Die Ausstellung will make its world tour debut in 2022 at The Franklin Institute, putting Philadelphia in the national spotlight, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors to the region, and providing months of sustainable tourism revenue.”

Be sure to check out www.HarryPotterExhibition.com for the latest news on tour stops and ticket availability.

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Über die Zauberhafte Welt

In the years since Harry Potter was whisked from King’s Cross Station onto Platform nine and three quarters, his incredible adventures have left a unique and lasting mark on popular culture. Eight blockbuster Harry Potter films have brought the magical stories to life and today, the Wizarding World is recognized as one of the world’s best-loved franchises. Representing a vast interconnected universe, it also includes two epic Fantastic Beasts films, (the third releasing in 2022), Harry Potter & The Cursed Child – the multi-award-winning stage-play, state-of-the-art video and mobile games from Portkey Games, innovative consumer products, thrilling live entertainment (including four theme parklands) and insightful exhibitions.

This expanding portfolio of Warner Bros. owned Wizarding World experiences also includes Harry Potter New York – a brand new flagship store, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo, and the Platform 9 3⁄4 retail shops.

Die Zauberhafte Welt entwickelt sich ständig weiter, um Harry Potter-Fans neue und aufregende Möglichkeiten zu bieten, sich zu engagieren. Für die weltweite Fangemeinde und für kommende Generationen heißt sie jeden willkommen, die Magie selbst zu erforschen und zu entdecken.

About Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment

Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment (WBTE), part of WarnerMedia Global Brands and Experiences, is a worldwide leader in the creation, development, and licensing of location-based entertainment, live events, exhibits, and theme park experiences based on WarnerMedia’s iconic characters, stories, and brands. WBTE is home to the groundbreaking global locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, WB Movie World Australia, and countless other experiences inspired by DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby, Game of Thrones, Friends, and more. With best-in-class partners, WBTE allows fans around the world to physically immerse themselves inside their favorite brands and franchises.

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Über Imagine Exhibitions

A world leader in narrative-driven, immersive theatrical design, Imagine Exhibitions, Inc., creates sophisticated, high-quality experiences for museums, brands, venues, and integrated resorts across the globe. From ideation to operation, Imagine’s team of industry pioneers draws upon decades of success in the fields of immersive design, awareness, and entertainment to consistently create and implement memorable and thought-provoking environments. The company’s custom experiences deliver focused messaging and serve to increase attendance wherever they are presented. Imagine Exhibitions, Inc., is a global pioneer in traveling entertainment responsible for many internationally recognized exhibitions such as Titanic: Die Ausstellung, Die Hungerspiele: Die Ausstellung, Angry Birds: Die Kunst und Wissenschaft hinter einem globalen Phänomen, Jurassic World: Die Ausstellungund Downton Abbey: The Exhibition.

Imagine Exhibitions is currently presenting more than 40 unique exhibitions in museums, science centers, aquariums, integrated resorts, and non-traditional venues worldwide. The Company also continues to design, open, and operate its own venues, along with creating and implementing permanent and semi-permanent museum, brand, and entertainment properties.

For more information, visit www.ImagineExhibitions.com oder finden Sie uns auf Facebook.

Über EMC Presents

EMC Presents ist eine Partnerschaft zwischen CTS Eventim, einem der führenden internationalen Anbieter von Ticketing-Dienstleistungen und Live-Entertainment, und dem preisgekrönten Tourneeveranstalter und Produzenten Michael Cohl, wodurch eines der stärksten globalen Netzwerke von Veranstaltern und Veranstaltungsorten entsteht. Die Partnerschaft bietet eine umfassende, weltweite Live-Entertainment-Plattform, die außergewöhnliche Shows und Erlebnisse ermöglicht, von der Konzeptentwicklung bis hin zur Produktion und Promotion. Michael Cohls Karriere umfasst mehr als 45 Jahre als Produzent und Promoter für ikonische Entertainer. Er hat mit den bekanntesten Künstlern der Welt zusammengearbeitet, darunter Barbra Streisand, Oprah Winfrey, die Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, U2, Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra und viele mehr. Michaels Strategien werden dafür geschätzt, die Touring-Industrie weltweit zu revolutionieren. Neben seiner langjährigen Erfahrung in der Musikindustrie hat Cohl mehrere erfolgreiche Ausstellungen organisiert, darunter die Original King Tut-Ausstellung, John Lennon: The New York City Years", Bodies: The Exhibition, Jurassic World: The Exhibition und Pink Floyd: Their Mortal Remains. Cohl, der zuvor Vorsitzender von Live Nation war, wurde in die Canadian Rock n Roll/ Music Hall of Fame aufgenommen und erhielt einen Stern auf dem kanadischen Walk of Fame. Neben vielen anderen Auszeichnungen wurde Cohl auch mit einem Emmy, dem Billboard Legend of Live Award, dem TJ Martell Foundation Man of the Year Award, einem Peabody Award und einem JUNO Award for Special Achievement geehrt.

About The Franklin Institute

Located in the heart of Philadelphia, The Franklin Institute is a renowned and innovative leader in the field of science and technology learning, as well as a dynamic center of activity. As Pennsylvania’s most visited museum, it is dedicated to creating a passion for learning about science by offering access to hands-on science education. For more information, visit www.fi.edu.

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