Bruce Hopkins aka Gamling the Old pointed out that since both he and Bernard Hill will be at the Fellowship Festival in London later this month, this would be a rare opportunity to see both of them actng together. Rumours are that some lucky fans may get to be involved in some interactive drama with them – but this is only a RUMOUR at this point. But if you want another reason to book a ticket to the Festival, just remember – every ticket purchased enters you in the draw for a free trip to New Zealand to tour LOTR locations – courtesy of Red Carpet Tours.
Category: New Zealand
Silmarien writes: Last night’s TV One News had an item about the Kiwi Olympic Team settling down into the village. Someone has thoughtfully provided the road-sign showing Middle earth. [One News Sports Section]
It’s been a busy day for Narnia News. Narniafans.com reports that Sala Baker [whom you last saw as Sauron] is rumoured to have signed on to LWW, though not as a cast member. [More] From the same site: the release date has been moved from Christmas 2005 to Dec. 9 2005. [More]
More news for you Narnia fans thanks to Tirian at NarniaWeb.com. According to the latest reports, veteran British actor Ray Winstone is to voice Mr. Beaver for The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. [More]
“Welcome To Middle Earth, Wellington – Home Of Lord Of The Rings”. That’s the sign that could grace Wellington’s major entrances – or not, if some city councillors have their way… [More]
Ringer Spy Silmarien sends in word from a NZ Listener article about a possible LOTR theme park in Wellington, I wonder if there will be height restrictions for the hobbits… [More]