Mythcon 41 will be held July 9-12 2010 at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. Message board member N.E. Brigand has posted that early registration ends tomorrow, February 15. Early registration rates are $60 for Mythopoeic Society members, $70 for non-members and $55 for students (the conference is free for children under age 12). The theme of Mythcon 41 will be “War in Heaven.” But, according to N.E. Brigand: “the conference invariably touches on more than the main theme, including for instance, the works of the guests of honor, who this time will be fantasy author, Tim Powers (Three Days to Never), and Tolkien scholar, Janet Brennan Croft (War and the Works of J.R.R. Tolkien).” Go to http://www.mythsoc.org/mythcon/41/ to register.
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TheGreyPilgrim writes: The Venture II, aka Manuia, left the Evans Bay wharf near PJ’s Wellington Studio yesterday and was scuttled in Cook Strait. A sad day for the old vessel which has been slowly dismantled for scrap over the last few weeks. The wharf now looks a tad bare with the Manuia gone – no more happy reminder of King Kong as I drive home each day! More..
Woody Woodmass writes: Sir Ian McKellen was on UK TV, ITV ‘Loose Women’ yesterday (9th Oct). Unfortunately this programme is not on their ‘ITV-player’ so did not get a transcript or record it. However, he did indicate that his play would be touring down under shortly, and on completion in New Zealand, he will be making the Hobbit. Of course we all know he will be in it, but the time frame appeared to be within 6 months.
Anne-Marie Duff and Andy Serkis have scooped the top honours at the Evening Standard British Film Awards in London. The awards, judged by film critics, saw the world of rock and roll come out on top. Bafta-nominated Serkis picked up best actor for his portrayal of Ian Dury in Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll. More..
Claire writes: I just thought I’d let you know that there’s now a website with details of The Hobbit stage play’s tour all handily in one place. More..
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