Nu eller aldrig, Hamlet!

“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players; they have their exits and their entrances, and one man in his time plays many parts,” (William Shakespeare, „The Seven Ages Of Man“, excerpt read by Benedict Cumberbatch) Benedict Cumberbatch jokingly mentioned that “little play” of his in a “little town called […]

Blissfully happy at Comic Con

First things first: Benedict Cumberbatch is back in the press line, hugging a penguin and at thirty-eight very happy. Over a time span of three days the actor made his first appearance at Californian “San Diego Comic-Con” to promote DreamWorks “Penguins of Madagascar” and Warner Brothers third and final instalment of the Tolkien triology “The […]

Benedict Cumberbatch, Ed Sheeran – and Espresso Martinis

To celebrate the weekend, especially one that includes Peter Jackson AND Benedict Cumberbatch appearing at the 2014 San Diego Comic-Con, it seems appropriate to raise a glass to these fine folks – and the fact you made it through another week.

Benedict Cumberbatch at Comic-Con: The Characterization of Smaug

During a Q&A with MTV’s Josh Horowitz Thursday after the DreamWorks Animation panel for “Penguins of Madagascar” at the 2014 San Diego Comic-Con, Benedict Cumberbatch confirmed that he would be back in Hall H on Saturday for  “The Hobbit: the Battle of the Five Armies” panel. Of course, attendees and Hobbit fans will be excited to see director […]

Music According to Benedict: “Tristan and Isolde: Prelude” by Richard Wagner

  “Tristan and Isolde with the Potion” J.W. Waterhouse “Prelude to Tristan and Isolde” – Richard Wagner “Yes,  it’s widely acknowledged as one of the peaks of the operatic repertory, notable for Wagner’s advanced use of chromaticism, tonality, orchestral colour and harmonic suspension… But it just makes the hairs on the back of my neck stand up. Reminds me of […]

Cumberbatch’s Hamlet: Don’t Panic! & FAQ

So the big moment is almost here: In a couple of weeks we will be able too book tickets to see the actor we adore in a role he’s been preparing for for ages. Of course we are all desperate to be part of this once in a life time opportunity. And we are here […]

Batch of Kindness: Cumberbatch’s fans come together to do good

Today Benedict Cumberbatch turns 38. And today I am immensely proud to be part of the wonderful Cumbercollective. Not only have we raised well over $25’000 for various charities but we have also started an incredible initiative of kindness with Batch of Kindness. Today almost 2500 people from 86 different countries have come together to […]

38 Years of Cumberbatch (Video Photo Gallery)

Happy, Happy Birthday to Benedict Timothy Carlton Cumberbatch! What better way to celebrate the actor than to reflect upon his 38 years of existence? His transformation from theater actor, radio player, and now big screen mega star and all around humble guy is simply amazing. Enjoy this video as much as we did.   Many […]

An „embarrassment of riches“ at his request

Numbers. Numbers are great. Love numbers. The number “38”, thirty-eight, is possibly your best bet this Saturday. You’re probably familiar with the upcoming date already but let’s just give it another mention because nearly thirty eight years ago, on July 19th 1976 a “sturdy nine pounder” Benedict Timothy Carlton Cumberbatch was born to his very […]

Interview with the Fanpire Series 5: Dash Con and San Diego Comic Con Special with Baker St Babe

My name is Sora, I go by the pseudonym M.D Sora, I’m 25 years old and I currently live in the UK however I am a military brat (which means I’ve been everywhere) thus my native country is the US. I run with several groups, however currently I run the London Sherlockians along with my […]