Harry and the Potters enchants evening crowd

At Rachael’s Café Thursday, theme band Harry and the Potters didn’t need magic to win over the crowd.

Rachael’s Café welcomed the band as part of its Valentine’s Day celebration.

Members of the audience, many with homemade scars and wands, bobbed their heads to the band, as well as to opening acts Travelling and Busman’s Holiday.
“They’re awesome,” crowd member Felicity Young said.

They are super energetic on stage, and you can tell they love what they do, she said.
In honor of Valentine’s Day, the theme of the night was Harry Potter’s date with girlfriend Cho Chang as detailed in one of the books. Enthused fans of the series and band crowded the café.

Dressed as member of Ravenclaw house, audience member Michael Anderson said he saw Harry and the Potters at a festival last year.

“After having read the books, all of a sudden all of the songs they were singing were like the funniest things I’ve ever heard,” Anderson said.

He said he came because he really wanted to see them again.

“This is the most people I’ve seen in Rachael’s by far,” Anderson said.

Anderson isn’t the only person the band has made an impression on.

“Harry and The Potters bring in a fun, energetic crowd to Rachael’s Cafe,” said Sharlene Birdsong, booking agent of Rachael’s Cafe. “We love hosting events that are unique, especially live musical performances. We have a great Valentine’s Day planned this year and Harry and The Potters’ visit will be a great way to top off the celebration.”

Birdsong said she made sure to book Harry and the Potters after they played last year.

“Last year we had a great turnout and had attendees of all ages,” Birdsong said. “It’s really rare and a lot of fun to have shows that attract kids, families, students and locals. We truly enjoy it.”