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Whovian News and Extras for Friday, 17 May 2013

TARDIS Newsroom - Fri, 05/17/2013 - 10:46am

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Quote of the Day....RIVER: Thanks.
DOCTOR: For what?
RIVER: The usual. For coming when I call.
DOCTOR: Oh, that was you?
RIVER: You're doing a very good job, acting like you don't know me. I'm assuming there's a reason.
DOCTOR: A fairly good one, actually.
RIVER: Okay, shall we do diaries, then? Where are we this time? Er, going by your face, I'd say it's early days for you, yeah? So, er, crash of the Byzantium. Have we done that yet? Obviously ringing no bells. Right. Oh, picnic at Asgard. Have we done Asgard yet? Obviously not. Blimey, very early days, then. Whoo, life with a time traveller. Never knew it could be such hard work. Look at you. Oh, you're young.
DOCTOR: I'm really not, you know.
RIVER: No, but you are. Your eyes. You're younger than I've ever seen you.
DOCTOR: You've seen me before, then?
RIVER: Doctor, please tell me you know who I am.
DOCTOR: Who are you? 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The Name of the Doctor: Saturday at 7pm

BBC - Doctor Who - Fri, 05/17/2013 - 4:37am

We’ve followed the Doctor and Clara as they’ve faced the Great Intelligence, an Ice Warrior, an army of Cybermen and even Angie Maitland. But the current series of adventures reaches a jaw-dropping finale with The Name of the Doctor, tomorrow (Saturday) at 7pm on BBC One.

The episode features the return of River Song, Vastra, Jenny, Strax and introduces the deadly Whisper Men… Someone is kidnapping the Doctor’s friends, leading the Time Lord toward the one place in all of time and space that he should never go. It’s a deadly trap that threatens to unravel his past, present and future… can the Doctor save his friends –and himself – before it’s too late?

Straight after the episode we’ll have some incredible extra content on the site including some very special videos, exclusive galleries and the latest quiz that tests your knowledge of The Name of the Doctor.

But if you can’t wait for the finale, don’t worry! You’ll find the latest Doctor Who trailers, an introduction to tomorrow’s episode and much more in the clips section. There’s also a gallery of images from the adventure and you can bring yourself up-to-date on the Doctor's friends and even watch Strax’s latest field report which covers tomorrow’s episode!

The Name of the Doctor begins tomorrow (Saturday) at 7pm on BBC One.

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Whovian News and Extras for Thursday, 16 May 2013

TARDIS Newsroom - Thu, 05/16/2013 - 3:44pm

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Quote of the Day....DOCTOR: No, Ben. We can't go yet.
BEN: Well, why not? They don't want us here.
DOCTOR: Because there is something evil here and we must stay.
HOBSON: Evil? Don't be daft.
DOCTOR: Evil is what I meant. There are some corners of the universe which have bred the most terrible things. Things which act against everything that we believe in. They must be fought. This disease, for instance. It isn't really a disease at all, but I can help you with it. You'll see. I'll find the cause for you. Today's Featured Picture...A familiar foe returns – this time joined by the eerie Whispermen...Doctor Who'The Name of the Doctor' News...Introducing The Name of the Doctor - Doctor Who Series 7 Part 2 (2013) - BBC OnebbcStrax Field Report - The Name of the Doctor - Doctor Who Series 7 Part 2 (2013) - BBC OnebbcDoctor Who: The Name Of The Doctor spoiler-free thoughtsHome " TV " Feature " Doctor Who: The Name Of The Doctor spoiler-free thoughtsWhovian News...Police break up fight between Star Wars and Doctor Who fans at sci-fi convention at University of East AngliaStar Wars fans and Doctor Who fans had to be separated by police after a brawl threatened to break out at a special sci-fi convention. Mo...Learn to write Gallifreyan in 9 simple stepsYou may never become a Time Lord - but least you can learn to write in their elegant, intricate language. There's no "official" lexicon t...Doctor Who Fans Against CancerJustGiving - the easiest way to fundraise and donate to charity onlineThe Case for Neil Gaiman as Showrunner of Doctor WhoThough there are no definite plans in the works that we've been made aware of, Steven Moffat has said in recent interviews that he is pro...Doctor Who 'Material Isn't Quite What It Should Be', Claims Former Doctor Who StarBy Deepika Rajani On May 16, 2013 Ever since Doctor Who returned to our TV screens, the sci-fi themed show has gained a dedicated fan bas...WhoTubeNeil Gaiman on Nightmare in Silver - Doctor Who Series 7 Part 2 (2013) - BBC OnebbcWarwick Davis on Doctor Who, Porridge and the Cybermen - Doctor Who Series 7 Part 2 (2013) - BBC OnebbcNo ordinary ship - Doctor Who - Enlightenment - BBCdoctorwhoWhovian Art, Craft and WhomourCrack in the UniverseKaddastrophicClaraSKuchtaDoctor Wholittlesparrow5Clara And The DoctorShunkan-CoffeeCyberSavanahcatWhovian MerchandiseDoctor Who: The Visitation (Special Edition)When the Doctor (Peter Davison) tries to take Tegan (Janet Fielding) back to Heathrow Airport, the TARDIS arrives in the 17th century ins...Doctor Who: Canvas Print: Clara PaintingThis great canvas recreates the Doctor's painting of Clara from the episode 'The Bells Of Saint John'.Doctor Who: Glass 2 Pack: Colour Changing TARDISColor-changing TARDIS glasses! Add a cold beverage to one of these clear 16-ounce pint drinking glasses based on the BBC's Doctor Who tel...Doctor Who: Glass 4 Pack: Colour Changing TARDISAdd a cold beverage to one of these clear 2-ounce mini-glasses based on the BBC's Doctor Who television series and the image of the TARDI...BBC - Doctor Who AdventuresBBC Magazines Limited recently became part of the Immediate Media Company Group. Any personal information that you may have provided to B...The King of Sontar Cover Revealed - News - Big FinishNew adventures for the heroes of your favourite shows in full cast audio dramas, producing Doctor Who, 2000 AD characters Judge Dredd and...Hello Tweetie...Moffat explains the mating habits of the weeping angels... pic.twitter.com/xQ258I3UNlDoctor Who FansFor chance to win signed audiobook of Pat Troughton's biography and more, RT this & visit my page: on.fb.me/10PpyCp #drwho #doctorwhoMichael TroughtonOuterspace FacebookCyberman (The Wheel in Space) by: http://davidgolding.deviantart.com/Doctor Who and the Tardis ~ The Classic YearsDoctor Who Cos PlayDarth Vader and his army of DaleksthedailypopI want the FEZ!!!LadyInTheTARDISThe Tardis, I really like this.
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Whovian News and Extras for Wednesday, 15 May 2013

TARDIS Newsroom - Wed, 05/15/2013 - 10:19am

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Whovian News and Extras for Tuesday, 14 May 2013

TARDIS Newsroom - Tue, 05/14/2013 - 11:24am

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Whovian News and Extras for Monday, 13 May 2013

TARDIS Newsroom - Mon, 05/13/2013 - 10:36am

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'Nightmare in Silver' Reviews and Extras

TARDIS Newsroom - Sun, 05/12/2013 - 4:56am

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BAFTA Celebrates 50 Years of Doctor Who

BBC - Doctor Who - Sun, 05/12/2013 - 12:00am

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The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) will celebrate half a century of Doctor Who during tonight’s prestigious British Academy Television Awards.

Jenna Coleman (Clara) will present one of the evening’s awards and a celebratory video montage featuring moments from the show’s history will be included as part of the ceremony.

Amanda Berry OBE, Chief Executive of BAFTA, said, ‘There are only a handful of programmes that have the quality and longevity of Doctor Who and the ability to put the nation on their sofas – or indeed behind them – year after year. BAFTA raises a toast to Doctor Who on its 50th birthday this year.’

Steven Moffat, Doctor Who’s lead writer and executive producer, commented, ‘This is a massive and exciting year for Doctor Who, so I'm thrilled that BAFTA are including a special tribute to the show. So thrilled, in fact, we're sending the Doctor's best friend, Jenna Coleman, to present an award. We're also sending the Doctor’s worst enemy, the Daleks, to exterminate lots of innocent people. Sorry, it's just what they do. Let us know if it's a Health and Safety issue.’

The awards ceremony will be hosted by Graham Norton at the Royal Festival Hall, London, and broadcast on BBC One at 8pm tonight (Sunday, 12 May).

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BAFTA Celebrates 50 Years of Doctor Who

BBC - Doctor Who - Sun, 05/12/2013 - 12:00am

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The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) will celebrate half a century of Doctor Who during tonight’s prestigious British Academy Television Awards.

Jenna Coleman (Clara) will present one of the evening’s awards and a celebratory video montage featuring moments from the show’s history will be included as part of the ceremony.

Amanda Berry OBE, Chief Executive of BAFTA, said, ‘There are only a handful of programmes that have the quality and longevity of Doctor Who and the ability to put the nation on their sofas – or indeed behind them – year after year. BAFTA raises a toast to Doctor Who on its 50th birthday this year.’

Steven Moffat, Doctor Who’s lead writer and executive producer, commented, ‘This is a massive and exciting year for Doctor Who, so I'm thrilled that BAFTA are including a special tribute to the show. So thrilled, in fact, we're sending the Doctor's best friend, Jenna Coleman, to present an award. We're also sending the Doctor’s worst enemy, the Daleks, to exterminate lots of innocent people. Sorry, it's just what they do. Let us know if it's a Health and Safety issue.’

The awards ceremony will be hosted by Graham Norton at the Royal Festival Hall, London, and broadcast on BBC One at 8pm tonight (Sunday, 12 May).

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Whovian News and Extras for Saturday, 11 May 2013

TARDIS Newsroom - Sat, 05/11/2013 - 11:37am

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Whovian News and Extras for Friday, 10 May 2013

TARDIS Newsroom - Fri, 05/10/2013 - 10:34am

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Nightmare and More!

BBC - Doctor Who - Fri, 05/10/2013 - 5:45am

We’ve a massive weekend ahead with the return of the Cybermen in Nightmare in Silver on BBC One, tomorrow (Saturday) at 7pm.

The episode is written by the brilliant Neil Gaiman and is partly set in Hedgewick’s World of Wonders - once the greatest theme park in the galaxy, but now the dilapidated home to a shabby showman, a dysfunctional army platoon and the charismatic Porridge. When the Doctor, Clara, Artie and Angie arrive, the last thing they expect is the re-emergence of one of the Time Lord’s oldest foes. But the Cybermen are back… faster and more fearsome than ever!

It’s an episode full of fantastic new characters, humour, wild situations, scares and some truly awesome moments with the Cybermen…

Then, as the end titles roll and we all look ahead to the series finale, you can enjoy the new prequel to The Name of the Doctor, here on this site or via Red Button. Entitled She Said, He Said and written by Steven Moffat it’s the perfect way to get ready for another epic episode!

We’ll also have a fascinating look behind the scenes of Nightmare in Silver featuring Matt Smith and Neil Gaiman plus the ‘Next Time’ trailer for The Name of the Doctor which you’ll want to watch again and again… There’ll be two galleries of stunning production artwork, storyboard galleries and a behind the scenes gallery as well as our latest quiz and a fact file for the return of the Cybermen in the Fourth Dimension. All that - and one or two surprises – will be available right after tomorrow’s episode finishes.

But if you can’t wait, why not check out clips, the trailer and an introduction to Nightmare in Silver, visit the gallery of images from the adventure, read our exclusive interview with Neil Gaiman or remind yourself of just what the Doctor will be up against tomorrow…

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Nightmare and More!

BBC - Doctor Who - Fri, 05/10/2013 - 5:45am

We’ve a massive weekend ahead with the return of the Cybermen in Nightmare in Silver on BBC One, tomorrow (Saturday) at 7pm.

The episode is written by the brilliant Neil Gaiman and is partly set in Hedgewick’s World of Wonders - once the greatest theme park in the galaxy, but now the dilapidated home to a shabby showman, a dysfunctional army platoon and the charismatic Porridge. When the Doctor, Clara, Artie and Angie arrive, the last thing they expect is the re-emergence of one of the Time Lord’s oldest foes. But the Cybermen are back… faster and more fearsome than ever!

It’s an episode full of fantastic new characters, humour, wild situations, scares and some truly awesome moments with the Cybermen…

Then, as the end titles roll and we all look ahead to the series finale, you can enjoy the new prequel to The Name of the Doctor, here on this site or via Red Button. Entitled She Said, He Said and written by Steven Moffat it’s the perfect way to get ready for another epic episode!

We’ll also have a fascinating look behind the scenes of Nightmare in Silver featuring Matt Smith and Neil Gaiman plus the ‘Next Time’ trailer for The Name of the Doctor which you’ll want to watch again and again… There’ll be two galleries of stunning production artwork, storyboard galleries and a behind the scenes gallery as well as our latest quiz and a fact file for the return of the Cybermen in the Fourth Dimension. All that - and one or two surprises – will be available right after tomorrow’s episode finishes.

But if you can’t wait, why not check out clips, the trailer and an introduction to Nightmare in Silver, visit the gallery of images from the adventure, read our exclusive interview with Neil Gaiman or remind yourself of just what the Doctor will be up against tomorrow…

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Whovian News and Extras for Thursday, 09 May 2013

TARDIS Newsroom - Thu, 05/09/2013 - 11:02am

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Whovian News and Extras for Wednesday, 08 May 2013

TARDIS Newsroom - Wed, 05/08/2013 - 11:36am

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Neil Gaiman Interview: Part One

BBC - Doctor Who - Wed, 05/08/2013 - 10:44am

Nightmare in Silver is written by the internationally acclaimed Neil Gaiman whose previous episode – The Doctor’s Wife – was a brilliant, bonkers, wildly enjoyable adventure that won plaudits and the 2012 Hugo Award for the Best Dramatic Presentation, Short Form.

He returns with a story that sees the Doctor once more facing the Cybermen, but this being Doctor Who and Neil Gaiman, nothing about the iconic enemy’s return is as you’d expect, from the Cybermen themselves to the people battling them. We caught up with Neil and quizzed him about how he ended up back in the world of Doctor Who and what we can expect from his latest inspired nightmare…

Question: You’re back! Hurray! How were you persuaded to return?

Neil Gaiman: It began with an email from Steven Moffat. He said, ‘I know you’re too busy ever to write another Doctor Who episode… but would you like to make the Cybermen scary again?’ And I thought, Agghhhh! I do! I really do! I said,Yes, I’m in…

I thought it would be really fun to make the Cybermen scarier than they have been recently and then I got completely side-tracked by a mad, strange romp that just keeps getting bigger and odder in which the Doctor and Clara have taken two children to a big amusement park and they find themselves embroiled in a very peculiar galactic empire which has fought a battle against the Cybermen - and won…

Q: What can we expect from the Cybermen and the adventure in general?

NG: We’ve moved on a little bit, technologically, from the last round of Cybermen we saw, because we’re a bit further into the future. So instead of Cybermats, we’re now going to encounter Cybermites… We have to deal with various things we’ve had to deal with in the past, such as the Cybermen’s ability to take over people and transform them into Cybermen. And this time, it’s going to get very, very personal for the Doctor…

Q: It’s got a great cast! Could you tell us about them and the characters they play?

NG: I’ve been very lucky! Jason Watkins plays Mr Webley… He has a few waxworks and other things and made the rather foolish mistake of landing on Hedgewick’s World… and now he can’t get off. He’s really sweet and he is aided by Porridge who is played by Warwick Davis. And he’s wonderful! His performance is just brilliant. It’s funny. It’s charming, it’s deep… it’s very sexy! I’m very proud to have written his stuff.

We also have Tamzin Outhwaite. Tamzin is great! She plays a character who’s running a platoon – a captain. She’s grumpy and you rapidly discover that one of the reasons she’s grumpy is because this is a punishment platoon – they are in exile. These are people who’ve been in trouble and they’re being got out of the way… And she was sent there because she was not obeying orders, and now she’s going to have to make a big decision on whether or not she obeys an order…

Q: So, you’ve got the task of making the Cybermen scarier and this eclectic group of people… How did your story develop from this ‘original plot’.

NG: The only problem with my original plot was that I had no idea what I was doing with the Doctor. I knew what I was doing for everyone else in the story but I really didn’t have anything for the Doctor to do, except he was going to play chess, which isn’t really interesting. And then I had an idea. And the idea wouldn’t go away. So I emailed Steven Moffat and said, ‘Look, I have a mad idea. And it’s something that I wouldn’t do for any other actor except Matt Smith. I think Matt could pull it off. [Neil laughs and briefly outlines the Doctor’s plot-line]. And Steven Moffat said, ‘Go for it!’

Massive thanks to Neil Gaiman for taking time out to talk to us. We’ll be bringing you part 2 of our interview with him very soon and Nightmare in Silver is on BBC One on Saturday at 7.00pm.