Composer Howard Shore was influenced by ancient mythology when writing the film score to “The Lord of the Rings,” Peter Jackson’s film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s trilogy — just as Richard Wagner was when he wrote his “Ring” Cycle 150 years ago. This weekend the Collegiate Chorale performs excerpts from Wagner’s “Ring” and Shore’s “Lord of the Rings Symphony,” a six-movement work created from the movie scores. [More]
Day: November 10, 2005
November 10, 2005 – Electronic Arts revealed today that actor Hugo Weaving will once again reprise his role as Lord Elrond for its upcoming RTS sequel The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II. Weaving played the elven leader in Peter Jackson’s acclaimed movie trilogy. In the game, Weaving will assume the role of overall voice narrator who will “[guide] players in and out of each good and evil mission within the single player campaigns.” In addition, Weaving’s Lord Elrond character will engage in battles were never represented in the film adaptations. [More]
Sideshow Collectibles has just announced, minutes ago, that they will be producing high-quality mixed media Premium Format (18″) figures from The Lord of the Rings. There is a live chat going on right now at their website about the topic and follow this link for the press releasee. [Click Here]
Ever looked at that big shiny “ring” in Dominic’s hand on the RINGERS cover artwork and think, “Gosh, I’d sure like to own that ring.” ? Well now’s your chance! We will be having a silent auction to benefit the National Center for Family Literacy at the RINGERS: LORD OF THE FANS world premiere on Wednesday, November 16th. [More]
Ever looked at that big shiny “ring” in Dominic’s hand on the RINGERS cover artwork and think, “Gosh, I’d sure like to own that ring.” ? Well now’s your chance! We will be having a silent auction to benefit the National Center for Family Literacy at the RINGERS: LORD OF THE FANS world premiere on Wednesday, November 16th.
This ring (which was held by Dominic Monaghan for the entire afternoon while we were shooting the cover) and other exclusive, autographed items will be offered up for charity auction at the RINGERS Premiere after-party. This auction will be held at Rudy’s Barbershop after the screening. You can ONLY bid on these exclusive items IN PERSON AT THIS EVENT!
Here’s a list of what we’ll be auctioning off:
- The actual Ring from the RINGERS: LORD OF THE FANS DVD Cover. (Really a sterling silver bracelet.)
- One 9 carat solid gold Jens Hansen Movie Ring replica, size 10.
- Presented in a New Zealand Rimu wood box with a signed certificate or origin. This includes a sterling silver chain ‘as worn by Frodo’.
- ONE Autographed Ringers: Lord of the Fans Festival Teaser poster, mounted on foam core. Design features awards and review quotes. Signed by Dominic Monaghan, and reads “See this film. Love, Dom Monaghan” Ringers: Lord of the Fans Tree Logo poster, on foam core. Autographed by Dominic Monaghan
- THREE Copies of “The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook” autographed by Alan Lee. (Courtesy of Houghton Mifflin)
- One copy of “The Art of the Fellowship of the Ring” autographed by Alan Lee. (Courtesy of Houghton Mifflin)
- One copy of “The Art of The Two Towers” autographed by Alan Lee (Courtesy of Houghton Mifflin)
- One copy of “The Art of The Return of the King” autographed by Alan Lee (Courtesy of Houghton Mifflin)
- Exclusive “Bingo Lives” long sleeve, black t-shirt, size: XL (last one)
- Shelob’s Lair warning signs from TheOneRing.net’s Return of the One Party event. (Courtesy of TORn staffer Saurmann)
- Handmade Rohan banners from TheOneRing.net’s Return of the One Party event. (Courtesy of TORn staffer Alyse)
There are still some seats left for this event, so if you’d like to purchase some click here!
We will also be giving away one copy of “The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook” autographed by Alan Lee, to our costume contest winner. Other costume contest prizes include RINGERS postcards autographed by Dominic Monaghan! See you at the Vista Theatre on Nov. 16th!