H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco Plays the Drums!

According to the newspaper, Monaco Matin, H.S.H. Prince Albert II attended some soft-rock concert (sorry, but I have no idea who the musicians are; in other words, I’ve never heard of them) in Monte-Carlo on September 11, 2011.

For the finale the sovereign prince jumped on stage and proceeded to play the drums as if he were the late John Bonham from the band, Led Zeppelin “…to the surprise of all the spectators… he shared his talents as a musician.”

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A rare video clip Prince Albert II, in disguise,  playing the drums at some gig in the U.S.  J/k.

Source and photo courtesy of:  Monaco Matin

T.S.H.s Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco Attend the ‘Pique-nique Monegasque’

On September 10, 2011, T.S.H.s Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco along with H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover, H.R.H. Princess Alexandra of Hanover, a bald Andrea Casiraghi, and members of the De Massey family attended the 2011 Pique-nique Monegasque in Monaco.

I have no idea what the purpose of this event is all about nor I am sure the princely couple brought macaroni salad or not to the pique-nique (picnic); nevertheless, everyone in attendance seemed to have a jolly old good time.  To view photos please click here.   

Photo courtesy of: Daylife/V.Hache/AFP/Getty Images

H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco Attends the BioMarine Business Convention

This afternoon, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco attended the 2011 BioMarine Business Convention held at the La Citè Events Center in Nantes, France.  This three-day event attracts hundreds of companies, investors as well as scholars from around the world.  During the convention, H.S.H. Prince Albert II gave a speech about the environment and marine bioresources.

This evening there was a fundraiser event hosted by the prince at the Château de la Pigossière at Pont Saint Martin, France. Proceeds will go to various “…finance projects undertaken…” by the Foundation Prince Albert II de Monaco.

To view photos as well as to learn more about the BioMarine Business Convention and Foundation Prince Albert II de Monaco click the links below:

Photo courtesy of the kind people at the Palais Princier de Monaco

T.S.H.s Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco Attend the ‘Collection Princesse Grace de Monaco’

On September 8, 2011, Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco along with H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover attended the Mont Blanc Collection Princesse Grace de Monaco gala at the Salle Garnier Monte-Carlo. Prior to viewing the collection the princely family along with 350 guests:

…enjoyed a one night only event production, ‘Grace for Grace’, at the Salle Garnier by Robert Wilson, one of the 21st century’s great theatre visionaries.

‘Grace for Grace’ is a tribute in three acts – a fascinating musical and visual journey through Princess Grace’s life from Philadelphia girl, to Hollywood star and finally to Princess. The performance featured singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright, opera stars Bryn Terfel, Diana Damrau, Shenyang, prima ballerina Gillian Murphy and singer/songwriter Martha Wainwright.  The intricate costumes were specially designed by Viktor&Rolf.

The Mont Blanc gala event attracted many international celebrities including Naomi Watts, Elsa Pataky, Eva Herzigova, Viktor&Rolf, Natalie Imbruglia as well as VIPs from Monaco.

To view photos please click the links below:

Photos and video sent to TRC from J.M. at Mont Blanc International (Thank you!) by Pascal Le Segretain/Gettyimages for Mont Blanc. PLEASE DO NOT COPY!   🙂

H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover and H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco Preview a Photo Exhibit

On September 6, 2011, H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover along with her brother, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, previewed the new exhibit by photographer and filmmaker Nick Danziger entitled, War and Peace: Women in the XXI Century.  

This powerful exhibit documents the lives of eleven women who are victims of conflict.  Neil Burgess, curator of the exhibit, expressed his thoughts about War and Peace: Women in the XXI Century:

Often in times of war and conflict, is the story of the lives of women that reveals the true extent of the horror.These are their stories of strength and stoicism that can inspire and excite the world and bring it to act. In telling these stories, we hope that this work will touch you and inspire you.

If you happen to be in or around Monaco you can see the works by Mr. Danziger at the Exhibition Hall 4 quay Antoine ler.  It ends of September 30, 2011.

To view photos of H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover and H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco at the exhibit please click here.

Source: Art Côte d\’Azur

Photo courtesy of: Wikipedia, Monaco

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