Gold has written the music for Doctor Who since its revival, and he also composed the first two series of Torchwood alongside Ben Foster, although at the moment there’s “no confirmation” as to whether or not Foster will also be back for Miracle Day. Two soundtracks of Gold and Foster’s previous Torchwood scores are on sale now.
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Back in February we told you about the new Doctor Who magazine, Doctor Who Insider, which will be launching in North America to concide with the start of the new series.
US fans will be able to buy its first ever issue from 7th April ($6.99), and Panini have today revealed what’s inside! The Doctor himself, Matt Smith, talks about all things Series 6, teasing: “I think that the Doctor is faced with a series of choices that are impossible for him to sit on the fence about. He’s got to go one way or the other…”
Meanwhile, uncover who’s who and what’s what in a Data File for the festive story, A Christmas Carol, before catching up with the potato-headed Sontarans in a Time Scoop.
Elsewhere, the magazine relives the Fourth Doctor’s adventure, Pyramids of Mars, before previewing the latest range of merchandise, including the new novels and figures, and actress Jacqueline Pearce talks about her role in the 1985 serial, The Two Doctors.
In the Fan Zone section, there’s a collection of photos of some brilliant fan creations.
The issue comes with a giant, double-sided poster of the Doctor and A Christmas Carol.
US fans can subscribe to the magazine here and save 10% on the regular cover price. If you live in the UK and would like to subscribe to it, you can find all the details here.
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A full length trailer for the new series of Doctor Who is here!
The 60 second preview was released online this afternoon and features an abundance of new clips from Series 6. It’s a dramatic sneak preview of what awaits the Doctor, Amy and Rory in their latest string of adventures.
You can watch the trailer below in all its glory. What do you think!? As always, have your say in the comments and let us know your reactions. This will be one to remember!
In the trailer, we’re treated to the traditional ominous and foreboding lines (it wouldn’t be a Doctor Who trailer without them!), as well as our first glimpses of Hugh Bonneville and Lily Cole’s roles in the pirate story. All of that plus epic helicopter shots of Utah, a creepy clown with a balloon and… hold on, is that Amy and Rory in the old TARDIS!?
Meanwhile, Neil Gaiman has revealed on his Facebook that the trailer includes eight shots from his upcoming episode, The Doctor’s Wife. He adds: “I’m a bit excited, because it means it’s really happening.” Don’t worry, Neil – we’re a bit excited too!
“This is the Doctor’s darkest hour. He’ll rise higher than ever before and then fall so much further. This is the day he finds out who I am…”
“I’ve been running my whole life. Now it’s time for me to stop…”
Trevor Baxendale, Colin Brake, Justin Richards, and Oli Smith will be taking part in an “up-close and personal interview” at the Sunday Times Oxford Literary Festival this weekend.
The authors will be ready to answer questions about their original Doctor Who fiction and the website promises that there “may even be prizes for the best-dressed fan”. The event takes place from 10am on Sunday 3rd April and you can purchase tickets – which cost £5 – from the website.
To be in with a chance, all you have to do is fill in this form, but obviously if successful you’ll need to be able to get to the event, taking place on Monday 4th April at 6:30pm in London. After the screening, the cast and crew will be taking part in a Q&A. You must be 16+ to apply and attend, however there is no age restriction on your guest.
Full terms can be found on the site. Successful applicants will be contacted on Friday.
The 90-minute drama will explore the model’s love affair with British photographer David Bailey, focusing on their first meeting at a New York photoshoot in 1962.
“I am so excited to be playing somebody who had such a lasting impact on the fashion world,” Karen said.
According to the Daily Mail, filming begins in May, which leaves us wondering about her future in Doctor Who… We’d like to wish Karen the very best of luck with her new role!
Another month, another fan! WhovianNet’s Fan of the Month for March 2011 has now been selected, and you can read the winner’s profile here.
A huge thanks to everybody who entered this month. We couldn’t keep the section running without your contributions, and we thoroughly appreciate each and every entry we get.
Watch this space, as you’ll be able to apply for next month’s very soon…
Throughout his involvement with the series, Andrew has designed countless covers for the Target novelisations, as well as the iconic ‘The Five Doctors’ Radio Times cover and several BBC VHS covers and calendars.
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