ATCMichael from TheStoneTable.com has posted his review of the Narnia test screening. He said “The casting choices were excellent, the voices of the mythological characters were right-on and we all look forward to seeing the completed movie in December.” You can read the entire review at The Stone Table.

For those of you who are soundtrack junkies like myself, you will be happy to learn that the BBC Narnia Soundtrack by Geoffrey Burgon will be released November 8, 2005. You can preorder this soundtrack on Amazon.com. This bit of news dug up by NarniaFans.

NarniaFans reports the following bit of news: Coming in 2006, Disney-MGM Studios Guests Can Step Behind the Scenes of ’The Chronicles of Narnia’ Motion Picture. For fans of C.S. Lewis’ timeless adventure The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe, Disney-MGM Studios is transforming a soundstage into the frozen world of Narnia and taking guests behind-the-scenes of the movie-making magic in the film based on the book. Guests will enter the frozen world of Narnia through a giant wardrobe. In addition to props and set pieces, guests will see elaborate creatures, costumes, and armor used in making the film. The walk-through experience is located in Soundstage 4 on Mickey Avenue.

DON’T PANIC but NarniaWebbers stargazer and King Tirian have spotted the full Narnia teaser trailer (NOT a new one) on the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy DVD, which released in the United States today. The film (based on the novel by Douglas Adams) was distributed by Walt Disney Pictures.

Katherine Monk of the CanWest News Service has written a nice article about Liam Neeson who portrays the voice of Aslan in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. The article discusses his career, outlook on life, and upcoming projects. Click here to read the article at Canada.com.

The October issue of Teen Vogue reportedly contains this tidbit: When “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” hits theatres in December, audiences will get their first glimpse of the young actors who will bring the beloved characters to life. After an exhaustive search across England, the filmmakers found a cast that soon became inseparable. “It’s funny,” says Will Moseley, after almost a year on location, “how much we’re like a real family.” He became best friends with Anna Popplewell, a partner-in-crime to the prank-pulling Skandar Keynes, and a constant source of comfort and guidance to his on-screen little sister, Georgie Henley. “As corny as it sounds,” Will says, “I think we were cast for these parts because we’re so much like them in real life.” See the pictures here in our gallery.

This weekend at Night of Joy, I had the opportunity to speak with Clayton, Promotions Manager at Motive Entertainment. Clayton designed the Narnia passport and the Narnia Resources website. He showed me the passport and said that Douglas Gresham carefully looks though everything they do before approving it. Originally, they were going to have quotes from Christian writers in the passport but Gresham decided against it. He explained that Gresham sees this film as a great opportunity for outreach, but doesn’t want it to seem “overly-Christian.” He also revealed that the Narnia Resource DVD will have the trailer, the Behind-the-Magic featurettes, interviews with Douglas Gresham and possibly some “prominent spiritual leaders.” -glumPuddle

Today, all Family Christian Stores received this letter from their home office: “Customers may present Night of Joy & Narnia Certificates from K-LOVE and Air1 entitling them to a free Night of Joy CD and Narnia sampler DVD. This is part of exclusive FCS promotions done with partnership with K-LOVE, Air1, EMI, Disney, Tyndale, Zondervan, and the CS Lewis Foundation.” But, unfortunately, FCS will not be receiving the DVDs until after September 30. FCS employees are told to explain to the customers that this is “due to production issues outside of FCS’ control.” FCS will contact the customers when the DVDs arrive. All Night of Joy attendees will receieve the free CD after the event (View CD here). The CD features 12 songs from various Christian artists and a “Behind-the-Scenes of Music Inspired by LWW” bonus track with interviews with Steven Curtis Chapman, Bethany Dillon, Chris Thomlin, and Jeremy Camp. You can read the interviews at this page

According to DisneyWorldTrivia.com, the popular show Tarzan Rocks! (located in Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Theater in the Wild) is set to close in January 2006: “Rumors of the replacement show have gone from a Jungle Book theme to a Finding Nemo show. Well, while these rumors continue to circulate, I have learned of completely different. Hoping to capitalize on the expected success of the upcoming feature film, I have heard that the Theater in the Wild will instead be home to a show based on the Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” Read the full story here. Thanks to ’aslan’ for the heads up!

From the “fictionfirst” newsletter released by Tyndale House Publishers near Chicago, Ill.: “Tyndale House is pleased to announce that it will be partnering with Narnia On Tour this fall. Two of our authors, Bruce Edwards, Not a Tame Lion (release date September 1, 2005) and Sarah Arthur, Walking Through the Wardrobe (October 1, 2005) will be participating in the tour. Narnia On Tour is a series of lectures and discussions brought to you by leading scholars int he works of C.S. Lewis. In more than 25 cities this Fall [sic], Narnia On Tour will provide insight into The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. The events are free and open to the public. Borders Books and Music is the site for the majority of dates. Learn more at NarniaOnTour.com. Thanks to ’Dr.Elwin Ransom’ for sending this in!