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Tsar‘s Ball 2007 in Imperial Catherine Palace
31 December 2006 - 01 January 2007

SCHEDULE 31 December 2006 - 01 January 2007

A beautiful ceremony of the Imperial Court that revives to you the balls, receptions and celebrations which used to astound the world. The truly majestic spirit of the bygone era of the Tsars to be experienced in the glorious Saint-Petersburg - Russian Cultural Capital - in Catherine‘s Palace - the fabulous summer residence of Russian Emperors.

Tsar`s Ball Program

The most outstanding feature of the ball is that it closely follows past events, both in its atmosphere and its scenario, which present-day historians have painstakingly revived.
Times naturally change and some innovations have been made to the ceremony.

Departure (18.45)
Hostesses and guides meet guests in the lobby of Grand Hotel Europe or Astoria/Angleterre hotel at 18.45 Transfer by coach to Tsarskoe Selo Police escort is leading the way to speed up the movement through the city Transfer time approx. 35 minutes
Arriving Arriving (19.20)
Arrival Arrival to Imperial Catherine Palace around 19.20 Welcome by Military Brass Orchestra Guests approach the illuminated palace and park walking on a blue carpet, especially laid out for this occasion Royal Hussars with torches meet when entering the Park and the Palace
Welcome Cocktail
After entering the Palace the guests are invited for the Welcome Cocktail at Stasov Room.
Welcome Cocktail
Royal welcome Royal welcome
Inside the Palace Tsar and Queen provide a lavish welcome traditionally reserved for the royalty. The procession follows through the suite of beautiful baroque rooms.
Entering The Palace
Upon mounting the marble stairway, the guests pass through silken rooms and polished halls to admire the elegant palace interiors. Magnificent rooms stretch in a sumptuous line to form one uninterrupted suite of apartments.
Entering The Palace
Music and Ballet Music and Ballet
The interior is animated by enchanting flute music and ballet dancers performing duets to the sounds of a harpsichord.
Amber Room
The splendid effect of this passageway prepares the guests for one of the main treasures of the palace- the mysterious amber room. Although it has not been fully restored, its exquisite refinement leaves no one indifferent.
Amber Room
Choir Singing Choir Singing
At the end of the enfilade, cocktails are served. The Throne Room opens at nine o` clock sharp. Guests meanwhile enjoy drinks and snacks, while a children`s choir performs Schubert`s Ave Maria.
The Throne Room
The double doors of the Throne Room are opened wide and the guests halt spellbound at the fairytale scene in front of them.
The Throne  Room
Opera Opera
The courtly entourage provides a royal welcome, while opera singers mount the stage and propose the first toast.
Imperial Dinner
Dinner When guest are seated a Classical Balalaika Orchestra is playing A five course dinner is served, serenaded by Symphony Orchestra and Classical Balalaika orchestra During the dinner guests will enjoy ballet and opera sequences by soloists from well - known Opera and Ballet Houses of St. Petersburg in combination with other entertainment, creating the atmosphere of days of the Tsars.
French chefs always managed Imperial cuisine in Russia. And once again, the prestigious French catering company Potel & Chabot is in charge. Dinner starts with the finest of Russian delicacies - black caviar, a delight to satisfy the most discerning gourmets.
Flower Decoration Flower Decoration
In keeping with another Russian tradition, there was always a profusion of flowers, rare plants and potted palms at every ball, even in the coldest of winters. This tradition has also been preserved and scented flowers bloom on every table.
The Magic of Russian Ballet
The impression of Russia would not be complete without the magic of Russian ballet. Excerpts from operas and ballets are performed by soloists of the famous theatres and opera houses of St. Petersburg.
One of the finest orchestras plays throughout the dinner.
The Magic of Russian Ballet
Folklore Dancing Folklore Dancing
The extravaganza continues with Russian folklore and Cossack shows. Fiery dancers and ethnic songs enhance the impression of a magical night
The World of Russian Culture
The New Year`s Ball is your unique chance to enter the rich world of Russian culture, your chance to plunge into an authentic atmosphere of grandeur and luxury. This magical journey into the elegant world of the Russian Tsars guarantees a night to remember.
The World of Russian Culture
Chiming Midnight
Chiming Midnight (0:00)
Midnight is coming and is signaled by a concert of bells.
Fairytale of Snow and Mirrors
An uninterrupted flow of time continues in this fairytale world of snow, candles and mirrors.
Fairytale of Snow and Mirrors
Fireworks Fireworks (0:30)
The sky outside brightens up with bursts of light. Flashes of light flare up in the sky and break into flaming constellations. From the time of the first Russian Emperors , fireworks were the favorite entertainment of the Russian nobility. Back then, however, in the eighteenth century, they could only dream of such magic displays.
Ball Dancing
Dances are the most exciting part of any ball. Couples move graciously to the strains of Strauss`s waltzes in golden interiors shimmering in candle light. All this makes one feel as if one has stepped into a fairytale.
Ball Dancing
Imperial Jazz Imperial Jazz
But this is a modern fairytale, and jazz accompanies the romantic ballroom music. A famous St Petersburg jazz orchestra performs background music throughout the night.
Everyone is carried away in a whirlwind of music.

This New This New Year’s it’s the CZAR’S BALL amid the splendor of Empress Catherine’s IMPERIAL PALACE
Don’t miss this extraordinary once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Book tickets in advance. For more information, please call us +1 866 869 8634 (USA), +44 800 279 7129 (UK and Europe) or e-mail us at tsarball@balletandopera.com


Menu of the Tsar`s Ball

NA ZDAROV‘YE PRE-DINNER COCKTAIL

ASSORTED PRE-DINNER HORS D‘OEUVRE
6 pieces per person, 20-30 minutes duration, Tray service.
  • Beef Bourgignon
  • Eel with caviar cream
  • Salmon and Guacamole
  • Foie Gras Cigarillos
  • Crab and Ginger Mirror
  • Feata Cheese and Grilled Zucchini
  • Gambas Prawn & Wasabi

Guests will sip the following beverages (tray service):
  • Orange Juice
  • Mineral & Still Water
  • Russian Vodka
  • French Champagne

Guests will sip the following beverages (Open bar):
J.W.Black Label, J.W.Red Label, J.Daniels, Chivas Rigal, Gin Gordon‘s, Rhum Bacardi, Tequilla Olmega, Martini

GALA MENU

GALA DINNER
Patience - Starter
Foie Gras et Compotee Mangue Passion
Foie Gras and Mango

1ere Entree - 1st Intermediate
Caviar Noir sur socle de glace taille
Blinis ti?des et cr?me Smetana
Fantastic Black Caviar served with Warm Blinis and Smetana Cream

2eme Entree - 2nd Intermediate
Chaud et Froid de Homard en Carpaccio
Sauce Corail Gingembre et Citronnelle
Lobster with Caramel Sauce

Granit - Intermezzo
Granite Citron Vodka
Ice Vodka Sorbet

Plat Chaud - Main course
Veau de lait roti a leil
Mousseline d‘Oignon doux au jus de Truffes, Fenouils confits
Delicate Veal with Truffles‘ Sauce

Dessert
Dome Glac? Cassis sur Macaronade
Sauce aux Fruits Rouges
Berry‘s dessert and Blackcurrant Ice-cream

Cafe
Coffee and Selection of fine Teas, Cream and Milk
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Mignardises

Bread & Butter

DINNER BEVERAGES

  • French Champagne
  • White wine
  • Red wine
  • Vodka Tsarkoe Selo
  • Perrier
  • Evian


AFTER DINNER BEVERAGES

Malibu, Baileys, Grappa, Amaretto, Porto Grand Cruz, Armagnac VSOP, Calvados Pere Magloire, Cognac Remy Martin VSOP

DRESS CODE
Official dress code is Black Tie and Long Dress but we are not very strict here in Russia. Everyone understands that it has to be something special.
Ladies shoes precaution - High steel heels are not allowed in Catherine’s Palace.

SMOKING
Smoking is allowed in special smoking rooms only

TRANSFERS
Round trip transfer from/to Grand Hotel Europe and Astoria/Angleterre hotels.

Saint-Petersburg

St.Petersburg in WinterSt.Petersburg in Winter
St.Petersburg - city for all seasons. Enjoy winter St.Petersburg. Winter carnivals with traditional Russian food and drinks, brilliant Opera and Ballet premiers, dazzling balls at the city palaces - these are features of Winter St.Petersburg.
Russian Winter Entertainment Through History
At the early 18th century and the end of the 19th century St.Petersburg winter life bustled with public entertainment. Colorful masquerades, outdoor parties in the suburban residences, carnivals, gorgeous sleighs processions, imperial balls in the chamber of the palaces impressed with their pomp and boisterous spirit. Nowhere in Russia were winter seasons more majestic than St.Petersburg.

Today, traditions of celebrating New Year, Christmas and Maslenitsa (Russian Carnival) come alive, welcoming all the world to share them in the banks of the Neva river and enjoy other events of cultural, sporting and social life in Winter Saint-Petersburg.

Nearly three centuries ago, among boundless expanses of snow and desolate dark woods, a new capital of the Russian state sprang up on the banks of the majestic Neva. It was here, in Saint-Petersburg, that the glorious traditions of the Russian Empire were formed. Imposing palaces arose among the snowy wilderness, and soon they were bustling with life.

The Tsars` Ball - Reviving Traditions
Over two centuries, a beautiful ceremony developed at the Imperial Court, only to be forgotten following the revolution of 1917. But now, at the beginning of the new millenium, our traditions are returning, and once again we have the chance to take part in this remarkable fete.

It is only in Saint-Petersburg that the glorious Russian and truly majestic spirit of the bygone era of the Tsars can be experienced. It was only quite recently, in historical terms, that the Russian Tsars lived in the Catherine`s Palace - their summer residence - and the balls, receptions and celebrations that were held there astounded the world.

Catherine`s Palace

Birth of The PalaceBirth of The Palace
The Catherine`s Palace, in Pushkin (Tsarskoe Selo), ranks as one of the masterpieces of the world architecture and art. First build by Braunstein, it has been given in 1710 by Peter the Great to his wife Catherine.



Bartolomeo Rastrelli`s BaroqueBartolomeo Rastrelli`s Baroque
Later on, it has been enlarged and modified following the exquisite baroque style
of the famous Italian designer Bartolomeo Rastrelli.


Imperial Residence Imperial Residence
Until the Revolution, the Catherine`s Palace "was used as the summer residence of the Imperial family". Its grandiose lurquoise, while and gold facade stretches 978 feet. And its most spacious room, the Great Hall, covers 860 square meters. The park enhances the splendour of the Palace with its charming pavilious such as the Grollo pavilion, the Hermitage and the Chinese Pagoda.

Designing the Tsar`s Ball

Decorating The Palace Decorating The Palace
The work begins under the supervision of Potel & Chabot`s Executive Chef in Saint-Petersburg. The products are carefully selected and prepared while the head waiters polish the silver.

In the St. Catherine`s Palace, it takes three days to decorate the ballroom from the time the equipment is installed untie the candles are lit. Fabric, ribbons and other materials are trucked in from Paris.

Ice FiguresIce Figures
Outside, Patrick Roger de Campagnolie has been brought in from Potel & Chabot Parit to create the ice sculpture. A Russian assistant makes the blocks of ice in which the caviar will be served (ice-figures).The lights are reflected in the ice sculpture.

The ice sculptor displays his short- lived masterpiece, while the head waiters attend a final briefing. Inside the Palace , the head waiters are setting the chairs, which will then be decorated one by one.

Champaign and Music Champaign and Music
The wine steward prepares his bottles: French wines, Russian vodka and of course, the finest champagne! In the wings, the musicians from the Tsar`s guard, in period costume, who will greet the 250 guests when they arrive, are doing a final rehearsal. At 9 P.M. dinner begins...


This New This New Year’s it’s the CZAR’S BALL amid the splendor of Empress Catherine’s IMPERIAL PALACE
Don’t miss this extraordinary once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Book tickets in advance. For more information, please call us +1 866 869 8634 (USA), +44 800 279 7129 (UK and Europe) or e-mail us at tsarball@balletandopera.com




SCHEDULE 31 December 2006 - 01 January 2007



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