J.K. Rowling agent criticizes trans rights protest at London Harry Potter show
Neil Blair, agent for J.K. Rowling, condemned a transgender rights protest that occurred on Thursday night outside the Palace Theatre in London.
Protesters disrupted red carpet arrival
Activists wearing masks and protective gear stormed the red carpet as celebrities arrived for the gala performance. Security guards removed the demonstrators who were lying on the ground before the show began. The group included a person wearing a shirt that read Rowling money kills.
Agent cites safety concerns
Neil Blair stated in a statement that rights must be exercised without putting others at risk. He specifically mentioned audience members, performers, and theater staff as groups endangered by the actions seen Thursday evening. The agency expressed a desire to keep live theater a welcoming experience for all fans.
Local celebrities attended event
TV hosts Vanessa Feltz, Angellica Bell, Richard Arnold and Anne Hegerty were among those present for the special performance. The event featured a new shortened version of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theatre.
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