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[Blencathra]

It does. I've just seen a bit about Children in Need in the new DWM.

"As well as featuring the first proper glimpse of the Christmas Special, the title of the story will also be revealed."

And in his Production Notes, Steven Moffat says

"Well - and the Doctor Who Christmas Special, of course. Soon you will know the title, and a bit more will become clear..."

Roll on Friday!

[Teddybrown]

http://doctorwhotv.co.uk/classic-mon...es-7-28213.htm
Classic monsters returning in Season 7...

http://doctorwhotv.co.uk/christmas-s...ints-28219.htm
Information on Christmas 2011, and yes, the title will be announced on Friday.

[Sealurk]

http://doctorwhotv.co.uk/classic-mon...es-7-28213.htm
Classic monsters returning in Season 7...

Spoiler:

Hmm... sixties/seventies classic monsters... Ice Warriors?

[Billz]

http://doctorwhotv.co.uk/classic-mon...es-7-28213.htm
Classic monsters returning in Season 7...

http://doctorwhotv.co.uk/christmas-s...ints-28219.htm
Information on Christmas 2011, and yes, the title will be announced on Friday.

"Dear Moffat,

Ice Warriors and Sensorites please.

Signed,
The Fanbase"

[Alan]

Children in Need update - Doctor's Costume for auction
Thursday, November 17, 2011 - Posted by Chuck Foster

The BBC have released three promotional images of Matt Smith as the Doctor for tomorrow's Children in Need evening:

Image 1: http://i595.photobucket.com/albums/t...1/cin/cin1.jpg

Image 2: http://i595.photobucket.com/albums/t...1/cin/cin2.jpg

Image 3: http://i595.photobucket.com/albums/t...1/cin/cin3.jpg


The special mini-episode was recorded yesterday at BBC Television Centre in London - the first time that the Doctor has been filmed there for an episode of Doctor Who since Ghost Light wrapped in 1989 - and directed by Richard Senior (Let's Kill Hitler). The episode, written by show-runner Steven Moffat, sees the Doctor offering viewers the chance to win his tweed jacket (as seen in The Doctor's Wife), bow-tie as well as other items, which will be added to the charity's online auction; the winning bidder will also receive a signed copy of the script.

Matt Smith said:

I'd say the tweed jacket or the bow-tie are the most iconic - although the boots are my personal favourite. I hope people donate generously for BBC Children in Need because it's a wonderful cause - and we've got to beat last year's total.

The auction closes on Monday.


The title of the Christmas Special is also to be revealed during the evening, with an exclusive preview of the episode scheduled for between 8:00-8:30pm.

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DrWho Online are holding an auction to raise money for Children in Need, with a package including a signed poster by David Tennant, the Brilliant Book of Doctor Who 2012, the 2012 Doctor Who calendar, and many other items; full details and how to bid may be found on their website.

(with thanks to Sebastian J Brook)

Link to original article here: http://www.doctorwhonews.net/2011/11...ed-update.html

[Blencathra]

First promo pic from the Christmas special

(It's the one in DWM)

Spoiler:

[mi_guard]

Image 2: http://i595.photobucket.com/albums/t...1/cin/cin2.jpg

here you have him twice front and back

[Blencathra]

LOL. I noticed that. I totally wasn't checking out his arse or anything.

[Teddybrown]

http://doctorwhotv.co.uk/moffat-on-s...move-28246.htm
Theres a reason for the Autumn move!

[Alan]

Sega acquires Worlds in Time
Thursday, November 17, 2011 - Posted by Chuck Foster

Sega has announced that it has acquired games developer Three Rings, the company that has partnered with BBC Worldwide to create an online virtual multi-user Doctor Who game world, Doctor Who: Worlds in Time.

Daniel James, CEO of Three Rings, said:

SEGA is also excited to be collaborating with us and the BBC to bring Doctor Who: Worlds in Time to completion. In particular, SEGA has a very strong presence in the UK, and many SEGA folks there are great fans of the show.

Image 1: http://i595.photobucket.com/albums/t...nTime/wit2.jpg

Image 2: http://i595.photobucket.com/albums/t...nTime/wit3.jpg


Worlds in Time was announced in February, with game described as being "both highly engaging and fun, allowing players to socialize and foster genuine cooperation, building a global community where fans worldwide will now be able to experience first hand the exciting action and adventure synonymous with Doctor Who."

Though originally slated for late this year, at present no announcement has been made for its launch date. Interested parties can sign up for details of a closed preview via the Worlds in Time website.


The full press release from Sega can be read here.

Link to original article here: http://www.doctorwhonews.net/2011/11...worlds-in.html

[SaberBlade]

Sega involvement? There goes any hopes of getting a decent game. Still waiting on Shenmue 3 for about 10 years and I don't think they've released a decent Sonic game in just as long.

[Alan]

Christmas Special Fast Tracked to Australia
Friday, November 18, 2011 - Posted by Marcus

ABC Australia has become broadcaster to confirm the scheduling of the 2011 Doctor Who Christmas Story.

The episode will be shown on ABC1 on Boxing Day (26 December), repeating last year's schedule when the episode was fast tracked to the Commonwealth just a few hours after its UK début.

No transmission date has yet been confirmed for the UK or the US.

In January ABC2 will will begin a repeat run of the entire revived series starting with Christopher Eccleston’s first appearance as the Doctor in Rose and running through every episode in order, including the Christmas specials.

Link to original article here: http://www.doctorwhonews.net/2011/11...cial-fast.html

[4thDoctor]

What the heck is Boxing Day?

[Alan]

What the heck is Boxing Day?

Just a public holiday. It gets observed in the UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and some other Commonwealth nations. In Ireland its called something else (might be St. Stephen's Day but I'm not entirely certain of that). How it came to be known as Boxing Day I don't think anyone knows but I could be wrong on that.

[Quizziard]

Just a public holiday.

Might also help to say 26th December (fixed date: the day after Christmas Day). In the UK (and maybe the countries listed above) it's often the day that people go visit their relatives as part of the Christmas holidays/celebrations.