TORONTO (CP) – Canadian actors who are feverish to play Frodo or gunning to be Gandalf in the upcoming musical version of Lord of the Rings will get their shot at open auditions next month. “The ensemble of actors we engage for The Lord of the Rings will come from different backgrounds,” producer Kevin Wallace said in a release. “The text requires classical actors; the songs demand a unique vocal style from the company.” [More]
Day: March 24, 2005
Our very own Ostadan writes: Just letting you know again about the Spring Picnic for any & all lovers of Tolkien at Fern Dell, Griffith Park, on Saturday, March 26th. A photo shoot for lovers of costumery will start at 9:00 AM, and the event will commence at 1:00 PM. A potluck is planned for those who wish to participate in such (bring a favorite dish & drink), or you may bring your own picnic.
Amy writes: The website for the “‘Past Watchful Dragons’: Fantasy and Faith in the World of C.S. Lewis” conference to be held November 3-5, 2005 on the campus of Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, USA (which will include The Nashville Symphony’s performance of Howard Shore’s The Lord of the Rings Symphony) has been thoroughly updated to include the specific details about the event. Online registration and ticket sales begin April 1, 2005. The Call for Papers remains open through May 1, 2005. [More]