Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hollywood

Yep.. there have been rumors about they doing another Harry Potter theme park since the one in Orlando has been a HUGE success. Rumors had it coming to Los Angeles but Universal Studios here in Hollywood is so small and people weren't sure where they would put it. Well it was officially announced today that yes indeed they were adding the Wizarding World to the current Universal Studios in Hollywood.

Here's part of the official press release:

Hollywood, CA (Dec. 6, 2011) – Warner Bros. Entertainment and Universal Parks and Resorts today announced a partnership to bring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – the enormously popular themed entertainment environment which debuted in Orlando in June 2010 – to Universal Studios Hollywood.

The two companies also announced their plans to significantly expand The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood will be as impressive as what has been created in Orlando – and is expected to transform tourism in Los Angeles for decades to come. It will be a fully immersive environment for the entire family that brings the stories of Harry Potter to life and is faithful to the visual landscape of the films, including a majestic Hogwarts castle to serve as the centerpiece of the themed environment. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood will be created with the same commitment to authenticity and the same level of talent and resources as its Orlando counterpart.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort opened in June 2010 and immediately captured global attention. It is a spectacularly themed land that includes Hogwarts castle, Hogsmeade and multiple themed attractions. Specific details of its expansion will be announced over time.

“The announcement of our partnership with Universal to bring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to Hollywood and expand what already exists in Orlando is probably the best holiday gift we could give to the legions of Harry Potter fans worldwide,” said Barry Meyer, Chairman & CEO, Warner Bros. “Everyone involved with these projects is committed to continuing the enchantment of J.K. Rowling’s masterful books as they were brought to life on screen in our eight films and dedicated to extending the magic of the experience for generations of fans to come.”

“The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is an entirely new level of themed entertainment that brings the stories of Harry Potter to life in incredible ways,” said Tom Williams, Chairman and CEO, Universal Parks and Resorts. “We are thrilled to be able to share this experience with our guests in Hollywood. And we are thrilled to take what has been created in Orlando to even greater levels.”

I'm so excited for this and honestly when it does open and if I'm still living in the area I'm going to try and get a job there.. how cool would it be to go to work at Hogsmeade/Hogwarts everyday.

Image courtesy of Hypable.com

There are no details about where it's going to go other then in the existing park.. but rumors are flying that they are going to get rid of the Gibson Amphitheatre and use that area and the land behind it... guess will have to wait and see. They also didn't give any details about what they are going to build for the park.. will it be Hogsmeade like in Orlando or maybe they'll do Diagon Alley and Gringots Bank. Guess will just have to wait and see.. but I for one am very excited!!!