The city of Nürnberg will swell with the music from Lord of the Rings this tonight (July 28th). Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen will be performing the LOTR score in Germany. Follow this link for more dates and cities! [More]

It's been dubbed the jewel in the filming crown of Peter Jackson and partner Fran Walsh, and the key to the future of the Wellington film industry. Miramar film production facility Park Road Post spans 10,000 square metres and includes three apartments, a gym, cafe and cinema, and has 65 staff. But it is the equipment, including three "floating" sound cinemas cushioned on a compound of lead and rubber, that is its true asset, marketing and brand director Gareth Ruck says. "The reason for this is the city's airport (is so close) but you'll never hear a jet." No one is sure of its exact cost, but $50 million is seen as a conservative estimate. [More]

Garfeimao writes: ELF is coming this next weekend and the full schedule for ELF has been posted, so please go check it out! You can now figure out when you can see your favorite Hobbit, learn to write Tengwar, participate in silly skits, dance to Emerald Rose, or simply hang out with your fellow Ringers. I look forward to seeing lovely LOTR costumes, the fun LOTR fan-made videos, and listening to some excellent scholarly discussions. And best of all, I look forward to seeing each and every one of you! [More]

A ton of interesting new films are out on DVD this week. Take an early look on our 'DVD Tuesday' feature...every Monday! Check out 'Final Destination 3: Thrill Ride Edition', silly comdey 'The Benchwarmers', and a film called 'Scorpius Gigantus' , this B-movie is about a giant scorpion on the rampage! [More]

Today, the lucky buggers at Comic-Con in San Diego will be able to catch a new Doco on John Howe, "John Howe: There and Back Again". It will screen today at 2:05PM local time. If you're going to the screening send us a review! [More]

Recently The Lord of the Rings: The White Council executive producer Steve Gray revealed some details on the game. The White Council is set 80 years before The Lord of the Rings, and the White Council itself is a group of powerful wizards and elves including Gandalf, Saruman, Radagast, Elrond, Galadriel and Cirdan, who struggle to prevent the victory of evil. The player begins as a nobody, but strives to earn the Council's recognition by performing menial tasks. Once their importance can no longer be ignored, the Council appoints the player to assist in directly fighting the forces of evil. [More]

Get ready to prepare for the coming of Gozer! Movie Chat this weekend features none other than "Ghostbusters." Join us Saturday on our IRC server at 5:30 pm EST when we pop our copies of the movie into the DVD player and press start. We plan to take a break midway through the film, to allow for stretching of fingers. Barliman will be on hand to serve drinks and snacks (and to enforce the house rules). Don't forget to buy some Twinkies! [More]

Also, please check out our Summer Schedule, as voted on by the fine folks in Barliman's chat room. Upcoming featured films include: 'Galaxy Quest,' 'Shaun Of The Dead,' 'Say Anything,' and 'Princess Bride.' [The Schedule] [About IRC chat]

Geri writes: I just thought you like to know that Ian McKellen will perform a one-man show, "A Knight Out in L.A.," at the University of California, Los Angeles' Freud Playhouse (MacGowan Hall, 405 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024) this weekend (July 22-23) to benefit the Los Angeles Young Actors' Company. Tickets are still available. [Tickets]

Ashlee writes: Just wanted to let everyone attending ELF to know that John Rhys-Davies had to cancel his appearance at ELF. However, John Noble (Denethor) has graciously agreed to attend in his place. John will also be attending the Friday night dessert party. You can read more about the changes at creationent.com. [More]

Ramen, Community Relations Specialist for The Lord of the Rings Online writes: We’ve just posted a new Point of Interest from The Lord of the Rings Online – The mysterious river Withywindle: Adventurers who wander into the Old Forest will inevitably find themselves drawn to the peaceful Withywindle, but beware; still waters run deep. [More]

The Embarcadero Marina will swell with the music from Lord of the Rings this tonight (July 20th). The San Diego Symphony will be performing the LOTR score in San Diego, CA. Follow this link for more dates and cities! [More]

This is a few weeks old (it is hard to stay indoors in the summer!) but still worthwhile anyway, Orlando Bloom was on 'Regis & Kelly' on Friday, July 6th to promote 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest'. He also spoke about 'Seasons of Dust', working with Johnny Depp and living in the Bahamas for several months. (41MB MOV)[More]

Ramen, Community Relations Specialist for The Lord of the Rings Online writes: Today brings a Point of Interest profile direct from the Old Forest. Read about the House of Tom Bombadil, with our very first public screenshots of this mysterious and important location in LOTRO! [More]

Natalie writes: Tickets are now on sale for the Lord of The Rings Symphony in Minneapolis, MN at the Orchestra Hall. The dates are October 13 and 14. [More]

A ton of interesting new films are out on DVD this week. Take an early look on our 'DVD Tuesday' feature...every Monday! Check out 'Carnivàle: The Complete Second Season', The South African drama 'Tsotsi' and a film no one has heard of, yet has some major stars in it, 'Edison Force'. [More]