[Lotr_announce] TheOneRing.net Newsletter (03/04/04)

[Michael Regina (Xoanon)]

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TORN #216

April 3rd, 2004

Here is the weekly newsletter! Enjoy!

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The Ruse is up! LET THE HOBBIT HAPPEN!
Okay, okay. So we played an April Fools on you twice yesterday...but it was
fun! And it was for a good cause. You see, while the 'fake' press release
yesterday was a surprise to many, we all deep down want The Hobbit to
Happen! (No offense Paul Anderson, we really want Peter Jackson to do it
though!) Thus, we are starting the 'LET THE HOBBIT HAPPEN' letter-writing
campaign. In the coming weeks and months we are going to make sure that New
Line Cinema and MGM/UA hear the roar of Tolkien fandom! Follow the link for
details. (And for all you Tolkien site webmasters, please join us in this
effort! Details on the page.)
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1080936324

A Fine and Private Interview (or two)
Quickbeam writes: Since our cameras first started rolling on the "Ringers"
project a year and a half ago (good grief has it been that long?) we have
chatted with many people from all walks of life. Regular fans, uber-enthused
fans at conventions, movie fans who have avoided the books, and a whopping
share of academic book fans who have avoided the movies. You name it, we've
taped it.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1080838475

Wellington Oscar Celebration Pictures!
Ringer Spy Rebecca writes: I just got back from a trip to NZ. I happen to
have been there for the Oscar event in Wellington last Thursday (a bit
longer ago now - leo). It was amazing - we were about 4 people away from the
stage. I have some pictures of the event, as well as other LOTR-related
photos here! Be gentle on the website folks...
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1080644788

Jack Black....In King Kong?!
LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - Comic actor Jack Black has been in cast
alongside Naomi Watts in Peter Jackson's remake of "King Kong," the director
said Monday.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1080613290

Howard Shore Ohio Concert Reviews and Pics
Samay, Roheryn & chasa send in their reports and images from the Howard
Shore LOTR concert in Ohio this past weekend.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1080587068

Fellowship Festival Tickets Go On Sale
Lady Tinania writes: Just to let all the fans know that tickets for the UK
event, The Fellowship Festival are now on sale. Tickets for this August
event range from £18 - £200 depending on your choices for seating, amount of
days and discount. Loads of cool things are planned for this event including
the presence of Craig Parker, Lawrence Makoare and Bruce Hopkins and VIP
banquets. It is being run in partnership with the Tolkien Society.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1080573462

Ian Smith's 'Return of the One Party' Report - Part 1
Our good friend Ian Smith has posted two pages of reports and pictures from
'The Return of the One Party.' As with all of Ian's reports, they are the
most comprehensive and complete available. (Even better then our own reports
sometimes!!!) Check it out!
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1080520532

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Palantir Visions (Things seen from beyond the front page)
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Coming Soon:
April 4th: Ian McKellen 'Emile' Screening in LA
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1081026017
April 4th: Hugo Weaving's Birthday
April 4th: Trilogy Screening at ISU
April 6th: Hugo Weaving's 'The Matrix III' out today

SHOP: TORn's Wardrobe Expansion

TheOneRing.net is pleased to announce it has two new t-shirts styles on sale
in several colors. The much requested "Don't Make Me Get My Ring" shirt is
finally on sale and due to demand, we have also made available a new
printing of "The Return of the One Party" shirts. But, that isn't all, there
are still a few more surprises.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1080056936


TORN's Own Book: The People's Guide to J.R.R. Tolkien

Cold Spring Press is pleased to announce its new book "The People's Guide to
J.R.R. Tolkien." This book of essays fills the void between the release of
the second and third Lord of the Rings movies. Passionate, ardent,
well-informed, and unlike any other book on the subject, this is an
indispensable handbook for people who consider themselves experts -- or who
wish to become experts -- on the lore of Middle-earth and the man who made
the myths.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/6/1046309473

A New Documentary produced in association with TheOneRing.net - 'Ringers"

TheOneRing.net, in association with Planet BB, is turning the spotlight on
the fans of J.R.R. Tolkien in a new feature-length documentary titled
"Ringers: Lord of the Fans." Yes, this is a film about YOU, the FANS!
http://www.lordofthefans.net

ADVERTISE ON THEONERING.NET

TheOneRing.net is happy to announce we are finally 'selling' our own ad
space on all pages of TheOneRing.net. If you are interested in reaching the
largest audience of Tolkien fans online, visit our advertising page. No
campaign is too short and no business is too small to advertise.
http://www.theonering.net/theonering/ads.html

Do YOU Have Any Cool Contest Ideas?

We're always looking for interesting contests to have fun with all the LOTR
goodies we get everyday. Do you want to submit your ideas and see them come
to life?! Send along any ideas to gamgee@theonering.net and who knows! You
may just win a prize from a contest you invented!

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Scouring of the Site (Breakdown of our various sections)
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-Barlimans- is more than a place to get your mead! There is the Fun Section,
Regulars Map and Photo Gallery, and of course the gateway to our ever famous
MIRC Chatroom!
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-Gaming Havens- is keeping all you gamers up to date on the latest
RPG/Fantasy/Sci-Fi games out there. Check it out daily for gaming news.
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-The Official Peter Jackson Fanclub (TBHL)- The Lord of the Rings Director's
very own fanclub! Stop on by to learn more about the man, the myth, the
beard. If you are a Peter Jackson fan, then 'TBHL' is the place for you!
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-Green Books- Not to be confused with the Red Book of Westmarch, we are just
pilgrims on the Tolkien trail, exploring the history, people, and events of
all the ages of Middle-earth, the Blessed Realm, and the lands that lie
beneath the wave. Whether you need to know more about the Elvish languages,
find out what new editions of old favorites are coming to market, read
in-depth commentary on Tolkien's thematic elements, or peruse fan-submitted
original works or humor, Ostadan, Turgon, Quickbeam, Anwyn, and Tookish have
a little something for everyone. In addition, Green Books is home to the
overwhelmingly popular Questions & Answers. If you have a Tolkien question,
conundrum, wonderment, or puzzler, the Green Books staff will rise to your
challenge.
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-The Tolkien community- never looked so good! Come and check out our listing
of over 20 subsites hosted by TheOneRing.net! We've got everything from
Rolozo Tolkien, with almost EVERY Middle-earth image ever created, to our FX
section, devoted to the magic of motion picture special effects. As well as
a host of foreign language sites!
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-Our Tolkien Fan- section is just for you! From the site design to all the
stories and text is designed by you the fans of Tolkien and TheOneRing.net!
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-Shop.theonering.net- is THE place to find all your Tolkien items available
online! From Tolkien cards to weekly ebay items, you should keep clicking on
over to our shop section for all your Tolkien needs!
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That's all for now, keep clicking, have fun and keep sending in those
letters! We love to hear from you!

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