Robbi writes: There are still a few tickets remaining for the upcoming Chicago LOTR symphony performances being held on October 8 & 9. Howard Shore will be holding a pre-concert Q&A both evenings. Certainly NOT to be missed! [Tickets]
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Anthea writes: James Galway, the flutist featured on the soundtrack of ROTK, will be appearing in concert tomorrow night at 7:00 in Rockford, Illinois with the Rockford Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are still available if any LOTR fans have taken an interest in this artist. Word is he will probably not be playing music from the movie, but it should be a great concert nonetheless. They can be purchased online or by phone.
Joshua writes: I am currently writting articles for a great web-based publication entitled Hall of Fire. This publicaton is desinged by, written for, and upkept by fans of Decipher’s Lord of the Rings Role Playing Game. Hall of Fire includes articles with detailed information on gaming scenarios, character statistics, and rule alterations that are a must-read for any fans of the game. [More] [Gaming Havens]
Elfstone writes: I saw in that Howard Shore is going to be in Spain with the Rings Symphony on 5th and 6th of November. [More]
Folks from the National Theatre write: Unfortunately owing to sudden filming commitments, Ian Holm is now unable to do the Platform at the National Theatre scheduled for 5th October at 6pm. There is a possibility of another date before Christmas, but nothing definite at the moment. Apologies for any inconvenience. I will keep you posted. [nationaltheatre.org.uk]
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