Let's have a little fun, although mostly for just my own personal enjoyment...how about we recast the Harry Potter films with Prog Rock musicians in for the famous literary characters...

First up, the main protagonist himself. As Harry Potter, I would choose Steven Wilson. From "The Raven Who Refused To Sing" to "The Boy Who Lived". Plus he wears glasses, obvious choice really, if you ask me. https://images.app.goo.gl/QPeUmfrtFu8WtEtu7

As for Ron Weasley, not many skilled red haired musicians quickly come to mind. But I think Dave Mustaine will fit the part. I think the Megadeth frontman could work up a wicked hex that would melt your face. https://images.app.goo.gl/DCvWZZkPWZHpTxvD9

For Hermione Granger, I say Femmie-Aussie-Guitarie, Orianthi. Full name: (according to Wikipedia) "Orianthi Penny Panagaris". What more of a Wizarding name do you need?! (I was considering Nita Strauss, but decided she would be better in another role.) https://images.app.goo.gl/wHwi6DUK71BLpFy7A

Now, to play Sirius Black, you'd need a truly remarkable wizard + someone who looks like they've spent some time at Azkahban. Therefore, Guthrie Govan: https://images.app.goo.gl/gC69CG1VTHg5x3FKA

Alright, next up, Neville Longbottom. An inspirational story arch, at first seems kinda goofy and outside of the more mainstream Wizarding clicks. But a great friend throughout and by the end grows into his true strength of wizardry. Hence, Neal Morse: https://images.app.goo.gl/Jti4GUuAfwAVVajT7

Was trying to think of where John Petrucci would fit in, considered making him a death eater or something, but then it dawned on me...Half man, half giant, all beard. Biggest guns at Hogwarts. We have our Hagrid:

https://images.app.goo.gl/vhipMqqPmeKsk2LXA

Add to this thread. One of the easiest choices, and what actually made think of prog muaocans as Harry Potter characters: Severus Snape is without a doubt played by Steve Hogarth of Marillion. No one else can convey the complexity of the character. https://images.app.goo.gl/pZ4DSEhATFGxStA19