Elentariel writes: While still vacationing in Germany, I came upon the following Tolkien exhibit at the Frankfurt City library. “Tolkien’s boyhood in Birmingham”, an exhibition on loan from the Birmingham library, their sister city. The exhibition uses maps, and photographs, to show scenes from Tolkien’s childhood in Birmingham, England. It’s both in english, and german. Part of the exhibit are a few costumes, of Eowyn, and a Ringwraith. Also on display are all of Tolkien’s books, and some of the movie stand-ups as in Aragorn, the hobbits, Legolas, Gandalph, and Gollum. You can also pick and chose from several free handouts of the british Tolkien society, the cities of Birmingham, and Frankfurt, regarding Tolkien and his works. Overall, a very informative and well done exhibit. [More]
Month: November 2006
Elentariel writes: I have some more awesome RingCon pics for you, from an incredible weekend filled with lots of entertainment around the clock. Everything from actor panels, swordfighting workshops, artshows, auctions, elvish dance lessons, an elvish choir, literary discussions, stage shows, a medieval market, medieval rock bands, autograph & sessions and lots of incredible costumes. [More]
The Melissa Gilbert and OurStoryTM Celebrity Charity Auction launching on eBay December 4th, will allow your fans the opportunity to support a wonderful cause this holiday season, in addition to the bidding some one-of-a-kind items and experiences. The fans of Sean Astin will be able to bid on his auction item, knowing that all the proceeds raised will benefit Children’s Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition. The auction features exclusively signed memorabilia items and VIP experiences from celebrities including; Cindy Crawford, Johnny Depp, George Clooney, Marcus Allen, Tom Hanks, Mandy Moore and many more. Just follow this link to see all of the auction items. [ebay]
Today is Bruce Hopkins’ Birthday! Bruce played the role of Gamling in TTT and ROTK. He was born on november 25th, 1955 in Invercargill, New Zealand. That makes him 51 years old today! Happy Birthday Bruce!
From Will: The Scotsman reports that New Line Cinema initially wanted Sir Sean Connery for the role of Gandalf. They write, “Sean Connery turned down the largest paycheck in cinema history when he refused an offer to play Gandalf in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, it has emerged.” [More]
In a story today the BBC writes extensively about fan reaction to Peter Jackson’s announcement that he will not be directing The Hobbit. Users of TORn’s message boards and chat room are quoted. Mention is also made of the boycottnewline.com petition which does not appear on TORn. TheOneRing.net would like to react to recent events without being negative, particularly while lacking a response from New Line Cinema, but we understand that many LOTR fans have strong feelings. [More]