Prince Caspian Hype Catches Up
December 3, 2007
s Christmas approaches, the next Narnia film installment's hype gets attention. For updates and freebies, download this widget, by Walden Media and Disney.
A New Age Has Begun.
November 16, 2007
he teaser movie poster of Prince Caspian was released almost a month ago. Check out the movie theaters across Metro Manila to see this poster. And note the word . . . "COMING SOON."
TPON Announcement Regarding the New Worlds October 27th Convention
October 21, 2007
n solidarity with the victims of the latest bombing and their loved ones, and out of concern for everyone's safety, the Order of the Lion has decided that TPON should not participate in the scheduled convention next Saturday.
We also wish to be removed from the roster of NWA groups participating in the convention.
TPON's officers would like to thank those inside and outside the organization who have contributed so much to TPON's preparations for the con.
We are hopeful that the work that was already started will not go to waste as we will find other occasions to use them to promote CS Lewis' legacy.
However, we believe that it is our responsibility to assure the safety of all concerned, and to allow more time for healing for the victims of this tragedy.
Individual TPON members who wish to attend the convention may do so at their own discretion but let it be emphasized that TPON, as an organization, is not participating in the event.
We hope our members and our partners in planning this endeavor understand our reasons for this decision, which was reached after much careful consultation.
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Order of the Lion
The Executive Team
The Philippine Order of Narnians
TPON Sends Condolences to the Victims of Glorietta 2 Tragedy
October 20, 2007
he Philippine Order of Narnians would just like to extend its sincerest and deepest
condolences to the friends and families of the victims of the recent
tragedy that occurred in Glorietta 2, Makati.
They are most certainly in our thoughts, and we continue to offer
prayers for them and their loved ones.
May they rest with peace in Aslan's country.
"C.S. Lewis on Imagination" at the Manila International Book Fair
August 26, 2007
oin the members of the Philippine Order of Narnians as they explore C.S. Lewis's writings on infinite possibilities, the craft of story-telling and the role of Imagination.
The members shall read excerpts of CS Lewis's famous works. Among those are The Chronicles of Narnia, Mere Christianity, The Weight of Glory, Of Other Worlds, and much more!
Witness the event as it will be held at the @ the 28th Manila International Book Fair, held at the Activity Area - World Trade Center, Pasay City, September 2, 2007 (Sunday), 11AM.
In association with Read or Die Philippines.
TPON Activities at New Worlds Transformed
July 3, 2007
on't miss these events as Narnians and other C.S. Lewis enthusiasts get together again to celebrate Jack's legacy!
Narnia Events Schedules
- Thursday - July 12
THE WRITER'S JOURNEY: DAGAT AT BUNDOK
Former UP Professor, first time novelist, and Founder of the Philippine Order of Narnians RE de Leon discusses the joys and difficulties of adapting the mythopoeic approach of JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis to our own Filipino context.
6 to 9pm @ Fully Booked - 4th Floor, Power Plant Mall, Rockwell
- Friday - July 13
COLOR AND CULTURE IN NARNIA
Narnia Moderator and Behavioral Sciences student Francis Pasion talks about the myriad cultures that make up the world of CS Lewis' Narnia, with an Anthropological twist.
6 to 9pm @ Fully Booked - 4th Floor, Power Plant Mall, Rockwell
- Saturday - July 14
THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE: The TPON Puppet Show
Kids will enjoy this puppet-assisted retelling of CS Lewis' classic first Narnia story.
4 to 5pm. @ Kidstation - 2nd Floor, Power Plant Mall, Rockwell
New Worlds: Transformed
June 22, 2007
t's here!
New Worlds: Transformed brings you all the costumes, the games, the
books, the toys, and all the science fiction and fantasy that was
missing from your life, for a whole week! Celebrate being a fan of
your favorite show, books or authors at New Worlds: Transformed on
July 9 to 15, 2007, at the Power Plant Mall in Rockwell.
But wait, there's more! Stay tuned to www.newworlds.ph for news
about New Worlds 5: the 5th Philippine Science Fiction and Fantasy
Convention in October.
"C.S. Lewis Remembered" is NOW AVAILABLE
June 20, 2007
ost people know C. S. Lewis through his writings, but in his lifetime he was first and foremost a teacher. Now those who were influenced by what they learned from his teaching offer a unique view of one of the most influential Christian writers of all time.
What was it like to study under C. S. Lewis when he taught at Oxford and Cambridge? How did his influence and teaching create a legacy that has influenced educators since? C. S. Lewis Remembered is a collection of interviews and essays that offer personal perspectives on Lewis the teacher and Lewis the man. These recollections portray him in all his humanity: both the irascibility and the brilliance, both the ferocity of his intellectual precision and the eagerness of his curiosity.
Order your copy now through TPON. PhP 850.00 with 2 Free Bookmarks. Contact Rilian at king_rilian@yahoo.com
The Magician's Nephew Reading Group Discussion Begins
April 30, 2007
he first TPON reading group discussion of the Chronicles of Narnia, begins today, April 30, 2007 (Monday) beginning with "The Magician's Nephew." The discussions will be launched on the Mailing List, with GUIDE QUESTIONS PER CHAPTER of the book specified, posted every week which will be given by our discussion moderators (MARSHWIGGLES). This discussion is open to all in the mailing list, so feel free to comment, to agree or disagree, to post your insights on a particular passage.
So we invite everyone on this endeavor as we explore Narnia again (this time, together!)
TMN Book Discussion Schedules
- April 30 - May 5
Chapter 1 - The Wrong Door
Chapter 2 - Digory & His Uncle
- May 6 - May 12
Chapter 3 - The Wood Between the Worlds
Chapter 4 - The Bell & The Hammer
Chapter 5 - The Deplorable Word
- May 13 - May 19
Chapter 6 - The Beginning of Uncle Andrew's Troubles
Chapter 7 - What Happened at the Front Door
Chapter 8 - The Fight at The Lamp-post
- May 20 - May 26
Chapter 9 - The Founding of Narnia
Chapter 10 - The First Joke & Other Matters
Chapter 11 - Digory & His Uncle Are Both in Trouble
- May 27 - June 2
Chapter 12 - Strawberry's Adventure
Chapter 13 - An Unexpected Meeting
Chapter 14 - The Planting of the Tree
Chapter 15 - The End of This Story & The Beginning of All the Others
In Memoriam: A Friend Leaves the Shadowlands
April 20, 2007
icky, we all miss you so much already. The constant reassuring presence, the grinning face ready to dish out either sound advice or witty quip (so you never know what to expect), and simply the way you cheer everyone up just by being in the room. We're thankful, so many among us at TPON were touched by your life. We celebrate that life now, even as we grieve our loss. For the moment we've lost the company of a really good friend but we look forward to a reunion soon, when the world is set to right. Until then, Ricky, Godspeed. See you soon.
And for us this is the end of all stories . . . All their life in this world and all their adventures . . . had only been the cover and the title page: now at last they were beginning Chapter One of the Great Story which no one on earth has read: which goes on forever: in which every chapter is better than the one before.
-The Last Battle
-Your friends from the Shadowlands,
The Philippine Order of Narnians
>>NWA Farewells
TPON Launches the Book Donation Pool
April 8, 2007
early four years ago, The Philippine Order of Narnians was put up "to promote interest in the life and works of CS Lewis." Now, TPON is exploring that task in an exciting new way, by launching its Book Donation Pool.
By providing copies of Lewis' books to various school and children's libraries, TPON hopes to encourage more Filipino readers to discover CS Lewis' works. >>Read More
A Filipino-Narnian Wins a Fan Fiction Award!
February 18, 2007
ushi Montes, a member of TPON, wrote a fan fiction of "The Lay of Moonwood the Hare," based on Jewel the Unicorn's mere mention of the Hare that lived in Cauldron Pool before the Golden Age of Narnia.
The story was nominated for several awards at the The Lion's Call's The Lion Awards 2006, the only literary competition dedicated to Narnian Fan Fiction, and it won the Eustace Award Category: The Best Long Work in Progress!
Congratulations Gushi!!!
TPON Interviews C.S. Lewis' son
for the Second Time
February 11, 2007
S. Lewis's stepson, Douglas Gresham, grew up with Narnia. The Horse and His Boy was even dedicated to him and his brother. Douglas has since become the creative and artistic director of the C.S. Lewis Company. He was the co-producer of 2006 The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and is currently at work on the sequel of Prince Caspian.
He has twice taken time from his busy schedule to answer questions from the Philippine Order of Narnians, and here are some excerpts . . .>>Read More
Narnia Events at Mapua!
November 7, 2006
eet a Narnian on campus yet again as the Philippine Order of Narnians and the rest of the New Worlds Alliance invade Mapua on these dates!
November 10 FRIDAY
The Narnians visit the campus. Drop by our booth. Sign up for the community. Let's share our insights on fantasy. Don't worry, the Lion won't bite. 9 am to 6 pm. This will be held at Mapua Unleashed event at Mapua Intramuros Campus.
November 15 WEDNESDAY
- "Searching for the Filipino Monomyth" -
Rem de Leon (TPON Founder) and other distinguished experts from NWA
will be speaking on Fantasy. 10 am to 11 pm. - Awards Ceremony hosted by Mapua - 4 pm to 5 pm.
This will be held at the Mapua Makati Book Month Celebration at Mapua Makati Campus.
Congratulations to Us All!
July 19, 2006
or the Narnians who toiled to make our convention events successful, from the set up of Aslan's Tent, to the facilitation of activities, games and such, and even for those Narnians who came but couldn't stay due to work, THANK YOU!
We also want to express our utmost gratitude to the following partners: New Worlds Alliance and the Renaissance Alternative University. Photos of the event will be uploaded soon.
Narnia Events at the 4th Phil. Sci-Fi and Fantasy Convention
July 10, 2006
he Philippine Order of Narnians will be participating in the New Worlds 4: A Broken Time Machine - The 4th Philippine Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention on
JULY 16, 2006 at the Rockwell Tent.
In line with this, TPON will have several activities at the convention. If you're coming, be sure to check these out!!!!!!!
- Screening of the Chronicles of Narnia Film Adaptations
- Pevensie Sorting Quiz
- Knighting of Narnian Citizens
- Narnia Trivia Contest
- Pin the Tail on the Lion
- Narnia Story Telling
- Character Sketch of Susan Pevensie
Marilyn Frisco talks about Susan Pevensie, her character throughout the seven Narnia books, and why she was left behind in the end. Presented by the Renaissance Alternative University in cooperation with TPON.
TPON Enters the 4th Phil. Sci-Fi and Fantasy Convention
June 15, 2006
he Philippine Order of Narnians will be participating in the
New Worlds 4: A Broken Time Machine - The Fourth Philippine Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention, to be held at the Rockwell Tent on July 15 and 16.
Join us in celebrating this most awaited event, coinciding with The 1st Philippine Graphic/Fiction Awards. Celebrate new possibilities and the power of imagination. Log on to New Worlds for more information.
TPON is Now Open for Newsletter Contributions
April 27, 2006
he Great Lion needs you! Rather, the Lion Herald does.
The Lion Herald is the official newsletter of The Philippine Order of Narnians (TPON). We need your contributions to make our newsletter fun, creative and interesting. We welcome contributions of all shapes, sizes, colors and races! Be it a dissertation on Middle Eastern influences in Lewis' work, an article on the child actors in the running to play Prince Caspian, or a fun game for kids aged 7-17, it's all welcome. If you can't think of anything that you want to see printed in the newsletter, then maybe you would like to talk about regular Narnian stuff, like the Narnia games, the soundtrack, references in other books, movies and TV series, and the serendipity of hearing someone sing Alanis Morrisette's Wunderkind on the MRT yesterday.
Send your contributions to Francis at king_rilian@yahoo.com.
Deadline of all contributions is on May 24, 2006 (Wednesday).
LWW Wins an Oscar!
March 06, 2006
isney and Walden Media’s Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe won an Academy Award for Achievement in Makeup at the 78th Annual Academy Awards.
The Philippine Order of Narnians congratulates Howard Berger, Tami Lane and the rest of the team!
A Filipino Narnian Enters the Gresham Manor
February 23, 2006
ayen Cadd, a member of TPON and the one who portrayed one of the Witch's hags at the Trumpets Theatre Company's rendition of Narnia on stage, was given an opportunity to visit Douglas Gresham at his manor last January 31. Her personal account of the experience were as follows:
"AAaaaaaa! We were having dinner last Jan 31 at Rathvinden Manor with the Gresham's when the phone rang. Douglas went to the other room then came back saying, WE GOT NOMINATED FOR 3 AWARDS! Did I hear that right?! Was he talking about Oscar Nominations?! Aaaaaaaaa! My husband & I were actually with the Gresham's in their kitchen when they were informed of Narnia nominations! Wahoo! Out of this world!" >>Read More
TPON CosPlayers Video on YouTube
January 21, 2006
he Philippine Order of Narnians' Cosplay Contest is now available on video.
Click the links below:
Narnia on Campus
January 18, 2006
he Philippine Order of Narnians
in cooperation with the International Club of the University of the Philippines (ICUP) Presents
“The Chronicles of Narnia: C.S. Lewis and the Magic of the Series”
An Alternative Classroom Learning Experience
The event will be hosted by the following:
- R.E. de Leon
TPON Highking - John D. Yason
King Eustace - Jordan Pinzon
January 19, 2006, 1-4pm at the Palma Hall 120-122, University of the Philippines, Diliman.
Opening Night!
January 08, 2006
o Our Valued Ticket Holders:
Please be there at Shangri-la Plaza Mall, Level 5, tomorrow January 8, 2005, by 4pm to watch the Narnia Cosplay Contest.
We will begin to line up for the cinema (Cinema 2, Level 6) by approximately 6:30pm.
Thank You
- Order of the Lion
TPON’s Narnian Costume Contest
January 05, 2006
he Philippine Order of Narnians invites you to join the Narnian Costume Contest at Shangri-la Plaza Level 5, at 4:00 PM on Sunday, 8 January 2006. This contest is open to the general public. To register, send an email to Rej Layug at rejlayug@yahoo.com with your name, age, phone number, and the name and the picture of the character you are portraying. All contestants must register in order to participate in the contest. Registration will end at 3:00 PM on Sunday, 8 January 2006, at The Philippine Order of Narnians booth in Shangri-La Plaza Level 5. The contest rules will be emailed to registered participants.
There will be two categories for the contest: Kids - 12 years old and below, and Adults- 13 years old and above. For more information about the costume contest, email Francis Pasion at king_rilian@yahoo.com. Aslan is on the move!
This event is brought to you by The Philippine Order of Narnians, together with the British Council and Mellow Touch 94.7.
For cosplay rules, see the mailing list.
Begin a New Year in Narnia!
December 31, 2005
he Philippine Order of Narnians releases its calendar of activities for the month of January. See the details below.
Jan 07 SATURDAY
We've been invited to participate,as CosPlayers & as contestants/judges at the Nestle, Powerbooks, and Saatchi & Saatchi's Narnia Promotional Activities which will be held at the Glorieta Activity Center - it's their party so we're just riding along, but we do hope to make our presence felt... more details coming up.
Jan 08 SUNDAY
Lion Party and Advanced Screening, Shangri-La Mall.
Jan 19 THURSDAY
ACLE Lectures on CS Lewis and Narnia - UP Diliman (More details soon).
Jan 21 SATURDAY
First South Summons of 2006 (Also our first 'regular summons', as we've been having lots of 'special summons' lately.
TPON Hosts the Opening Night
December 30, 2005
he Philippine Order of Narnians, together with the British Council and Mellow Touch 94.7, invite you to the opening night of “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” at Shangri-la Plaza Cinema 2, on Sunday, 8 January 2006.
Join us as we celebrate the opening of this much-awaited literary favorite with the TPON Lion Party at the fifth level of Shangri-la Plaza. Join the costume contest and meet fellow Narnians such as yourself!
For more information about the Lion Party and the movie screening, email Regina Layug at rejlayug@yahoo.com, or send an SMS to 0922-8024735. You can also contact Francis Pasion at king_rilian@yahoo.com. Aslan is on the move!
Into the Wardrobe: The Narnia Events at Rockwell
December 4, 2005
ucy. Aslan. Caspian. Tirian. Shasta. Aravis. You've met them all. You've been to Calormen, to Archenland, to Dragon Island , the Professor Kirke's house, to Cair Paravel, to Charn. Now join us on December 10 and 17 at Fully Booked in Power Plant mall as we all see our friends from C.S. Lewis' imagination again.
The Philippine Order of Narnians and Fully Booked, together with the British Council invite you to Into the Wardrobe , a celebration of all things Narnian and of all things C.S. Lewis. Relive the wonder and the magic with centaurs, nymphs, kings and queens, and other Sons of Adam and Daughters of Eve who love the stories and the man who wrote them. Aslan is on the move!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10: FURTHER UP AND FURTHER IN
If the hows and whys are more your cup of tea, then this is for you! The Philippine Order of Narnians hosts a series of lectures that expound on The Chronicles of Narnia, and the life, times and influences of C.S. Lewis.
- 11:00 - 12NN - Emil Flores, Theology in the Wardrobe
- 12:00 – 1:30 – Membership Campaign, Video Screenings
- 1:30 - 2:30 - Butch Conde, The Significance of CS Lewis' Stories for Today's Filipino
- 2:30 – 3:30 - Lorena Santos-Cruz – Visitors of Narnia
- 3:30 - 4:00 - Membership Campaign, Video screenings
- 4:00 - 4:30 or 5:00 - Edwin Madera – Costume-Making
Join us, and celebrate the power of one lion, and the man behind Aslan's magic.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17: INTO THE WARDROBE
Join us as we provide fun for the whole family! Children and the young at heart can join all sorts of games and activities held all over the Fully Booked premises in the Power Plant Mall.
Listen to the tale as if for the first time during the storytelling session. Best others as you prove just how well you know the world created by C.S. Lewis.
- 11:00 - 1:00 - Registration for activities
- 1:00 – 2:00 – Storytelling
- 2:00 - 2:30 - Pin the Tail on the Lion
- 2:30 – 3:00 - Giveaways
- 1:00 - 3:00 - Art Contest
- 3:00 - 4:00 - Trivia Contest
- 3:00 - Announcement of Essay Contest Winners
- 4:00 -5:00 - Q and A with the cast of the TRUMPETS musical,
“The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe”
TPON Interviews Douglas Gresham
November 25, 2005
ouglas Gresham, the stepson of C.S. Lewis, finally wrote back to us and answered our questions. Here is the exact e-mail to the Order.
Q. How was it like to grow up with CS Lewis?
A. It was just my childhood, and I have nothing to compare it with so that is a very difficult question. In all it was a time of great learning and prvilege.
Q. If you can change parts of the books, what would you change?
A. Not one word!
Q. What's your favorite among the seven books?
A. Which ever one I am Reading when somebody asks that question.:-)
Q. When is your birthday?
A. November 10th.
Q. What character can you easily identify with yourself?
A. Lots of them in part, but perhaps Shasta in The Horse and His Boy the most.
Q. What's the most irritating comment you get from Narnian fans?
A. I never have been really irritated by any of them.
Q. What's your work?
A. I am the Director of Rathvinden Ministries, the Creative and artistic Director of the C.S.Lewis Company, and Co-Producer of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe movie.
Q. Do you feel you have to follow in your stepfather's footsteps?
A. I don't feel that I have to but I would love to be able to.
Q. Will you go to the Philippines if we ask you?
A. If you pay air fares and my accommodation costs for me and my wife I would love to.
Q. How active are the fans in other countries, especially in Asia?
A. Reasonably so in Asia, but more so in America and Australia , I expect things will get more active after this movie though.
Q. Into what languages has Narnia been translated?
A. I don't have the list handy but there are 42 of them so far.
Q. What's the weirdest question ever asked to you?
A. Wow, I can't really remember , but I have had some pretty weird ones over the years.
Q. Are you friends with Christopher Tolkien
A. No we are not in contact.
Q. Aside from Narnia, what's your favorite book?
A. "Ingathering" by Zenna Henderson.
Q. What's your opinion about the portrayal of Lewis and you in Shadowlands?
A. "The portrayal of me was very good but Jack's role as done by Tony Hopkins was not in the least like Jack.
Q. Do you like Turkish Delight?
A. Very much.
Q. Do you love us? (hehe)
A. Yes of course I have many friends in the Philippines whom I love and respect.
Interviewer: And by the way, we all listened to Haven Today during your interview with Charles Norris. the interview was very enlightening. :)
A. I enjoyed that one.
Blessings,
Douglas.