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JULY 27, 2006 at 9:59 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: News Tip
Yesterday we learned that Harry Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe and Richard Griffiths
(Vernon Dursley) are scheduled to appear in a production of Equus on London’s West End next spring. Rehearsals will start in January and the play will be directed by Thea Sharrock.
Dan had this to say on his new role:
I'm really excited to be part of this production. I'm thrilled to be working with Richard Griffiths again. This is obviously a huge departure for me as an actor, but Equus is such an amazing play that this really was an opportunity not to be missed.
Rehearsal starts in January and I'm very much looking forward to working with Thea Sharrock who is an incredibly talented Director and only hope I do the role justice!
Dan will play the lead character, Alan Strang, while Mr. Griffiths, fresh from his award winning role in The History Boys on Broadway will portray psychiatrist, Martin Dysart.
Previous actors to portray these characters on the stage included Peter Firth and Tom Hulce as Alan and Anthony Hopkins, Anthony Perkins and Richard Burton as psychiatrist Martin Dysart. The play received a Tony Award in 1975 for best play.
Additionally, the play will be in rehearsals for six weeks in London starting in January and will probably open in March.
No ticket information is currently available but as soon as we know any information we will be sure to let all you know.
Thanks to Page from DR.co.uk, DR.comas well as Jocole and Tiffany for all the emails.
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Professor
Points: 1018
ILuvHarryDiggoryKrum says:
Thats quite interesting..its weird that he is doing other things than harry potter.....
im glad hes doing the lead role
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 5:04 PM EST
Witch
Points: 739
The 4th Champion says:
Thats great for him!! But I won't be able to see it!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 5:49 PM EST
Witch
Points: 968
Jesyka Gronewg says:
I'm so glad they're doing some theatre too. Theatre is where my heart truly lies. And Daniel looks so old! I can't wait for OOtP!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 5:54 PM EST
Witch
Points: 622
Hermison says:
This is great!! I hope they continue to succeed.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 6:27 PM EST
Harry’s Egg, Dan’s Duck
Points: 4742
Pearl* says:
SnapesSorceress: what a beautiful post! I have taken the book from the library and have started reading at once. You're so right. It is amazing and moving. So far it's also been quite funny (in my mind's eye anyway, with Alan humming ads and all that!)
Now that I get to know Alan my respect for Dan only grows. WHat an amazing role he has chosen! And what a dreadful attitude the media have again *sighs*
But yes, you're very right that a more mature audience must be wanted (though I also admit to being one of the -inwardly- screaming fangirls at the Bathroom scene ;-)
I hope you'll be able to watch it and enjoy it again! I am gonna try and witness it, disregarding costs & trouble!
Thanks again for your wonderful post!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 7:35 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 307
Dartsam says:
This is a great opportunity for him. I am glad that he is taking parts to help him grow as an actor. It will be interesting to see the types of movie parts he will chose as time goes on.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 7:48 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 452
veelagirl17 says:
This would be weird to watch? A guy attracted (that way)to horses??? Creepy. I just wouldn't have the guts to play a person with those kinds of issues.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 7:53 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1454
xMAVERICK says:
Okay i'm pretty confused about this one.
Can someone explain to me what this is really about,
so is dan going to be some guy that has a thing for horses and is it true he is really going to reveal "ALL" in this one......
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 8:05 PM EST
Witch
Points: 754
Griselda Marchbanks says:
I just read this in the paper this morning. I was initially shocked by his decision to take on this role considering what he's supposed to do. Well I hope it all works out for him.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 9:11 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2011
brenpotterfans says:
I am happy for Dan Radcliffe. It is good for him to do other things. The play itself sounds quite different though. Oh well, good luck Dan.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 9:24 PM EST
Witch
Points: 509
luna_moon says:
Did anyone hear about the subject matter in this play? I won't post it, but it's. . . . . .interesting.
Toodles!
~Abby
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 9:46 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1492
*PotterPrincess* says:
That great that hes trying something different. A play is so much different than a movie... well, so I've heard. I'm glad that he got the lead and he's going to do a great job. Best Wishes to him!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 10:02 PM EST
Seer
Points: 15207
Brittany Radcliffe says:
awwwww i want to see Dan in another play!
and he gets the lead role! that must be amazing for him. cant wait to see pics from this!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 10:42 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 324
*EmmA_WannABe* says:
Good Luck to them! it it nice to see that Dan is starting to star in other things beside HP!
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 12:02 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1675
lissir10 says:
That's cool!! go dan for getting the part!! I wish I could be there to watch it!!
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 12:21 AM EST
Witch
Points: 896
QueenOfAmouraq says:
Ah man! I wish I was in the UK so I could go see that!
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 12:54 AM EST
Dragon Rider
Points: 4437
~MalfoyPotter~ says:
Hahaha I heard in the news that he was going to ride totally naked on a horse in this play.... Hahahaha...
~MP~
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 1:38 AM EST
Witch
Points: 549
zoppieus says:
There's going to be so many underage hp fans trying to get in. Shoott...I might try too. A trip to Europe and a nude Dan hmmm.
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 1:49 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1303
PotterGirlThru&Thru says:
Wow, this is really a huge opportunity for him!!!
Good luck, Dan!
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 2:13 AM EST
Squib
Points: 118
*; MaGiC hApPeNs.......;* says:
I am so glad that he is doing other roles!
I wish him luck with it.
I just wish i could go and see it!
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 2:20 AM EST
Parselmouth
Points: 29083
Thestral Eyes says:
Me and my friend have been wanting to go back to london for a trip since the last time we went and watched a few plays, would be fantastic if i could see it! try to sneak a few piccies *laughs* March...could be a special birthday present for me hehe
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 5:28 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1453
smart hermione says:
kermittounette: I just thought you'd like to know, that its not a movie Dan will be starring in, its a play :-)
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 6:58 AM EST
Delusional Army Soldier
Points: 4399
ILoveHP! says:
A huge, and probably the best - good luck to you Dan! Oh my god, I am so happy for you! A great way to start your 17-year-old life! So brave of you to take part of this challenging play... I've read the synopsis of the play... Whew...
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 7:44 AM EST
Head Boy
Points: 415
øffe-joe687½ says:
This will propably also be very succesful, but mostly because Dan is in it.
Many HP-fans want to see this, only because Dan is in it..... and that is very understandable. Mesa thinks.
Snooch to the Nooch.
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 8:50 AM EST
Prof. Alfred W. Mandoore
Points: 2445
JAYSTARR says:
Brilliant...I think I will have a look see the Production this Spring 2007.
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 9:12 AM EST
Chief Brain Washer
Points: 2875
Chogiiiirl says:
I hope he does well in the role. The play does sound a little odd for my taste, but to each his own.
Posted Jul 29, 2006 at 10:05 AM EST
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