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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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Witch
Points: 808
Lirael says:
Glory Be!!! Will he be 18 by then? Oh, what I would give to see Dan in his birthday suit... OH.. I mean, to see him perform on stage... yes, yes, THAT'S what I meant! Really though, this will be great as a learning experience. I've always loved Dan, but he does need to work on his "angst" face. I think his life's been good, and he doesn't have too many negative experiences to draw on. Go Dan!!
Posted Jul 31, 2006 at 11:51 PM EST
Witch
Points: 766
Harrette_Pottricks808 says:
Well he's 16 now, I dont know when his birthday is. So I think he might turn 17 during the play, but still. I dont know the legal age in England, in the US its 18. Its a bit weird for a 16 year old in my eyes to be doing a nude scene, among the other things that are in that play.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 10:27 AM EST
Student
Points: 226
MINACAT says:
Well i wish him luck even though Equss is a very disterbing play to be in. I hope that many of the young fans dont go and see it just because it is so graphic in nature. But I am sure he will do great in the part. He has become a wonderful actor!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 11:23 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1647
Hermione's younger sister says:
That would be exciting. Why can't they appear on the United State's west end. Then maybe I would get a chance to see her.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 12:38 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 485
ladybythebay says:
This is a tremendous move on Dan's part. He's making sure that there's life after Harry Potter for sure. This is a powerful play and I think he'll do well in it. He's going to have to really show the world that he can act. I am going to get tickets and see it. Good way to spend a vacation.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 2:56 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2164
Prydwen says:
That is so cool! I'm glad dan is expanding his acting carreer and trying out new things. It will certainly develope his skills further.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 4:16 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1345
Dracos_Gurl13 says:
It's nice that Dan still knows what he wants to do even if they're little productions rather than big Hollywood Blockbusters.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 5:52 PM EST
Lady of Hufflepuff
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Points: 10343
Lady Lee says:
What an experience this will be for Dan. It's something so different from Harry Potter and it'd be good for him I think. I think actors should try different types of acting to see what other avenues they could pursue should the need arise.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 7:36 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2621
hbluvhp says:
yeah for Dan.. I'm glad to see him take on other interesting and challenging roles besides his Harry persona. I'm sure anything he strives to do will be great.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 9:10 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 442
Teacher Herms says:
Cool. I wish I lived in London. Alot of these things happen mostly in the UK! Why do I like in the US? ;-)
Posted Aug 2, 2006 at 12:20 AM EST
Wino Forever
Points: 8174
true half-blood prince says:
It funny how many projects Potter stars actually work on together. Almost like there keeping the family together even off the set.
Posted Aug 2, 2006 at 1:20 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1380
gandalfthegray says:
It would be so great to see Dan perform live. It's really brave of him to even attempt it. I'd be afraid that HP fans would be rushing the stage
Posted Aug 2, 2006 at 3:13 AM EST
Student
Points: 297
Hermione_Harry_Luna says:
That's cool!!!! I wish I were there to see it!!!
Posted Aug 2, 2006 at 5:01 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1029
Magic Dancer K says:
Wow, this play is really intense, I'm glad that Daniel was cast for it. It should allow him togrow as an actor. Good job!
Posted Aug 2, 2006 at 8:40 AM EST
Witch
Points: 510
Jealz says:
Cool! he should do a great job!
Posted Aug 2, 2006 at 3:05 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1327
Draco_sgirl says:
Wow that's awesome! hehe <3 DAN
Posted Aug 2, 2006 at 4:54 PM EST
Squib
Points: 112
Ginnyish3890 says:
I thinkk it is cool that Dan is doing other things than harry potter.
Posted Aug 2, 2006 at 10:42 PM EST
Wizard
Points: 503
Zauber says:
That is really cool. I can't wait to see the 5th movie and read the 7th book.
Posted Aug 4, 2006 at 1:22 PM EST
Ravenclaw Ambassador
Points: 3243
Nevar says:
I'm glad Dan is continuing to explore different roles, but I'm worried he'll get caught up with something else besides HP...
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Posted Aug 4, 2006 at 10:22 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1186
Godric11 says:
Best of luck to Dan...he's got to start now while during Potter to break away from that mold that's being set around him.
Posted Aug 5, 2006 at 3:11 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3651
Saint Hedwig says:
A boy with an extreme fascination of horses? Sounds a little wierd, but I guess it sounds alright. Congratulations on earning a part!
~
Posted Aug 5, 2006 at 9:55 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2465
undisputed760 says:
That would be cool to get to see them acting live. Ive never heard of the play before though.
Posted Aug 6, 2006 at 9:51 PM EST
Half-Blood Princess
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Katie Bloom says:
That awesome!!!!
Cool!!!::):)))):)
Posted Aug 7, 2006 at 7:33 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
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hufflepuff_babe says:
Sounds great. I hope Dan has a lot of fun and enjoys his role in this play. Good luck to him!
Posted Aug 9, 2006 at 1:14 AM EST
The Chosen Hobbit
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Enisnitch Baggins says:
That's good for Daniel.. Lead character! Really, that is too nice an opportunity to be missed. I wonder if he plays good on stage as well.. Good luck to Dan and Richard Griffiths. I hope they can get Awards for the play.
Posted Aug 9, 2006 at 2:58 AM EST
Magical Sanitary Supplier
Points: 2518
5225 says:
But I thought Kenneth Brannagh was in this production too? Oh well, as long as HPANA will have a copy for the rest of us to see online, I am fine.
Posted Aug 9, 2006 at 1:15 PM EST
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