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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: 766
Harrette_Pottricks808 says:
Wow, I just herd this on the radio. I didnt believe it, I mean I wish him the best and everything. But this play seems to be a really big change for him, some of you should look it up and see what it says about the play. I wouldnt of believed it, until I saw this. If it gets to controversial, I hope it doesnt ruin his career.
http://www.femalefirst.co.uk/celebrity/79162004.htm
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 7:20 AM EST
Witch
Points: 634
Tammyant says:
Do you all know that Dan will be doing a nude scene in this play? Oh my God, for some of you that might be worth the cost of air fare to England!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 7:39 AM EST
Head Boy
Points: 415
øffe-joe687½ says:
Sounds great for Dan - more experience, by more work, more good acting for us.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 7:45 AM EST
Witch
Points: 501
Breaza says:
It's such a different role for him. I think it's great. I wish that I could see it! I wish him heaps of luck with it!!!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 7:56 AM EST
Queen of the Yarn Ball
Points: 3844
red&gold says:
Good for them... gives them (another) break from Potter!!! I guess Dan is doing good branching out now before it is too late... if all he did was HP...by the time the 7th movie came out he would only be remembered for that and nothing else.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 8:25 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1011
Fflewddur Fflam says:
Wow, it is really good to see Daniel taking on a big-time serious role. Maybe he does have some merit as an actor.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 8:25 AM EST
Points: 8028
deemz says:
Thats cool!
I wish him all the luck!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 8:27 AM EST
Squib
Points: 132
The Lightning-Struck Boy says:
Congrats to Dan for his lead role... however, he should try to get the director to give him glasses, or... just kidding!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 8:33 AM EST
Harry’s Egg, Dan’s Duck
Points: 4744
Pearl* says:
What can I say? I am so impressed. Dan is challenging and pushing himself to heights unknown. I admire him for that greatly.
Sorry if this is a lame post, I am just stunned.
Dan: best of luck and enjoy every second! I do hope to be able to catch your performance for I feel sure it'll be mind-blowing!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 9:35 AM EST
Auror
Points: 3045
Tinker.belle says:
I'm so happy that Dan is already starting to participate on other plays and movies differentee from Harry Potter, that way he will be able to show even more all his talent.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 9:54 AM EST
Auror
Points: 3659
Anastasia Popovick says:
This is awesome. Dan certainly has made himself more marketable as an actor. He will not be stuck in the type cast role of HP.
I love live theatre. I so wish I could go to London and see this play.
I am sure it will be wonderful and they will be nominated for many awards for their performances. At least, I hope.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 10:02 AM EST
Student
Points: 219
Veri_Lara says:
I'm very happy for Dan, this is a great role, a brilliant play. Obvioulsy if acclaimed Thea Sharrock chose him it's because she thinks he is very talented.
I'm glad he is choosing serious roles and not just immature movies which would only give him money or fame.
This is much better. Wow, next HP films will be great with all the experience Dan is acquiring!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 10:21 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2419
Gwenyth says:
I would go to see it. Maybe I will.... he is a great actor afterall...
I am glad that he is taking roles that are different than HP. He has alot of talent and should be given the opportunity to showcase it.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 10:23 AM EST
Witch
Points: 596
SlytherinsPerfectPrefect says:
I've never heard of this production before, but I think that it is really cool that Dan is getting out there and doing thingd that he will enjoy. I wish him the very best of luck.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 10:41 AM EST
Squib
Points: 142
Marry Me Dan! says:
That play is amazing! Good luck for Dan and Mr. Griffiths! I would love to see the show live!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 10:55 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1688
Woodfan says:
I'm glad that the younger actors of Harry Potter are getting chances to branch out. But I think they will always be the character they played in HP to all of us. I can't help referring to Dan as Harry.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 11:10 AM EST
Professor
Points: 1068
Ginny511 says:
Thats cool i hope they have fun L0I!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 11:28 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 887
Magic_Ty4 says:
Thats great for them, I just hope the rehersals and play don't cut into any time that they are needed for HP filming.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 11:32 AM EST
I Am Queen of My Castle
Points: 3906
Hecate3fold says:
What a switch from being Harry. This certainly will challange Dan as an actor, however the play itself is not one that I would want to go see. Maybe his manager thinks this will be good for his career, but I'm sure there are other avenues of persuit that would further his career and not be of such questionable taste. I wish him luck. Blessings! Hecate3fold!
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 11:37 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 442
dalishka says:
Cool... that they can experience other types of theate and not only movies.... I'm very proud of both of them.. I know they will do an amazing job, because they ae great actors... I hope that everything goes well... Good luck... and congratulations.. anticipated...
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 11:37 AM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 27909
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
Very interesting.
:)
I won't be able to see it though.....hehehe
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 11:38 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1582
ALLI8 says:
I wonder what to story is about, and im glad Dan's getting more experiance. but he needs to work on HP 5!! someone should try to get some of it online!
alli8~
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 11:49 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1252
1USHPFN says:
Congratulation to Mr Radcliffe and to Mr Griffiths also. It seems to be shaping up to be a wonderful cast. How great to see them working again together and broadening Mr. Radcilffs career and continuing what has been a wonderful career for Mr Griffith. So sorry that I don't live in UK to be able to see it, I bet it's a hot ticket for sure.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 11:54 AM EST
Student
Points: 289
Jynessa says:
Awesome! That's really great for him, isn't it? Go Daniel! Woot! :P :)
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 12:01 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2223
Pheonixflames says:
I think its so kool that Dan is moving on to do some vareity with his acting career, Im sure he will be a huge success and "will do the role justice"
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 12:32 PM EST
Witch
Points: 917
hermioneadmirer says:
I want to see that play. I would love to see it to see how they are in different plays/movies. I bet they are good though.
Posted Jul 28, 2006 at 12:35 PM EST
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