Ringer Grima Wormtongue writes: Here’s something I made in my ceramics class. It’s a “chip and dip” platter…
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Ringer Grima Wormtongue writes: Here’s something I made in my ceramics class. It’s a “chip and dip” platter made to look like Mordor, with the Plateau of Gorgoroth as the platter and Mount Doom as the dip bowl. It includes various landmarks such as Barad Dur, the Black Gate, Mount Doom, Cirith Ungol, Minas Morgul, and even the little stairs that lead to Shelob’s lair and up the side of Mount Doom. Hope you like it! [More]
Phillip from The Tolkien Society writes: The Tolkien Society and Birmingham City Council are running the fifth annual Tolkien Weekend at Sarehole, childhood home of Professor Tolkien. “This weekend shows families the Mill and surroundings where Tolkien spent some formative years.” May 15-16. [More]
This warrants a repost for people who haven’t already marked their calendar. D’Anne writes: I think the readers might be interested in this exhibit coming to the Museum of Science, Boston–the ONLY place in the USA! “The Museum of Science will host The Lord of the Rings Motion Picture Trilogy â The Exhibition from August 1 – October 24, 2004. The much-anticipated exhibition features props, costumes, behind-the-scenes insights, and The One Ring itself. Public ticket sales begin Tuesday, June 1.” [More]
Bob sent us a press release for Season Two of Celebrity Poker Showdown: “Season two of Bravo’s newest hit will return as big as it debuted [snip]. Some of the celebrities who will be participating this time around include: [snip] Sean Astin [snip].” Premieres on Bravo, Thursday, May 27 (9-11 p.m. ET) [More]
Ataahua writes: The Women in Film and Television International Conference is being held in the Southern Hemisphere for the first time – in Auckland, New Zealand. Large delegations from London, New York, Los Angeles and European cities are attending the conference, and one of the sessions features LOTR screenwriter Philippa Boyens alongside other big-name female Kiwi film makers. [More]
Rhiannon writes: I don’t recall this being reported on before, but Sean Astin’s book, “There and Back Again: An Actor’s Tale,” is currently available for pre-order on Amazon.com (in hardcover and abridged audio CD formats). [More]
