The actor and director Andy Serkis will be reading the book from start to finish, and he'll be doing all the voices too.
‘While times are tough, I want to take you on one of the greatest fantasy adventures ever written, a 12-hour armchair marathon across Middle Earth whilst raising money for two amazing charities which are doing extraordinary work right now to help those most in need.’
The reading of JRR Tolkien’s 1937 novel will start on 10am GMT on Friday 8 May, and aims to raise £100,000.Clear your schedule, folks, it’s time to lose yourself in the perfect reading. Andy has been an ambassador of Best Beginnings for over six years – a charity which supports babies, infants, and new parents.
The Rise of the Planet of the Apes actor also released a clip on Instagram, explaining both the reading and what he’s been up to.‘Greetings one and all,’ he said. ‘Hope you’re keeping well, safe, and healthy in lockdown wherever you are around the globe. ‘I just wanted to catch up with you and tell you about two things. Firstly, I’ve been very fortunate as I’ve been able to carry on editing this little number [Venom 2] which is coming your way June next year.’
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