Photo credit © Courtesy of Association of Friends of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra

Mr President,

With immense sadness I learned of the tragic explosions which happened on Monday at the Boston Marathon.

I wish to express my deepest sympathies and condolences, that of my Family and of the population of the Principality of Monaco, to the families of the victims, and to all those who were affected in any way. Our thoughts, prayers and compassion are with those who are injured.

 Please be assured, Mr President, of our sense of profound solidarity in these awful circumstances.

ALBERT, PRINCE DE MONACO

This summer, from July 12 through September 15, to celebrate his extraordinary life — on the 40th anniversary of his death — the Grimaldi Forum Monaco salutes Pablo Picasso with more than 150 masterpieces assembled from the remarkable private collection of Ezra and David Nahmad, as well as works produced during his many summer visits to the Cote d’Azur between 1920 and 1946, where the Mediterranean light, sea and coast were a direct source of inspiration. www.grimaldiforum.com

Pablo PICASSO
Nature morte (Juan-les-Pins, été 1925)
Huile et sable sur toile, 121 x 154 cm
Dation en 1982 AM 1982-434
Paris, musée national d’Art moderne – Centre Georges Pompidou © Succession Picasso 2013
© Centre Pompidou, MNAM-CCI, Dist. RMN-Grand Palais / Droits réservés

Video footage courtesy Monaco Info: http://www.monacochannel.mc/Chaines/Monaco-Info/Videos/Nemo-fete-ses-10-ans-en-3D

http://www.monacochannel.mc/Chaines/Monaco-Info/Videos/Reception-VI-kids-au-Fairmont-Monte-Carlo

“…A remarkable work…like no Romeo and Juliet ballet you’ve seen before…” The Seattle Times (WA)  ———-

In January 2008, Pacific Northwest Ballet brought Jean-Christophe Maillot’s masterful Roméo et Juliette to Seattle for its west coast premiere, making PNB the first American company to perform the work. This three-act interpretation of Shakespeare’s great love story was premiered in 1996 by Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo, where Maillot is resident choreographer and artistic director. His contemporary interpretation has been hailed as “one of the most beautiful ballets adapted from Shakespeare’s masterpiece that can be seen today” (Scènes Magazine).

Now, five years after its Seattle debut, this unforgettable three-act interpretation of Shakespeare’s great love story returns as PNB continues its 40th anniversary season with performances in Seattle (February 1-10 at Seattle Center’s Marion Oliver McCaw Hall) and in New York (for three performances on February 15 and 16 at NY City Center). See below for show times, information and ticket details.

Former PNB principal dancers – now members of Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo – Noelani Pantastico and Lucien Postlewaite, will return for one performance of Roméo et Juliette, reprising their celebrated title roles in Seattle on February 9.

Showtimes and tickets:

Seattle: Showtimes are 7:30 pm February 1, 2, 7, 8 and 9, with 2:00 pm matinees on February 2 and 9, and 1:00 pm matinees on February 3 and 10. Tickets start at $28 and may be purchased by calling the PNB Box Office at 206.441.2424, online at www.pnb.org, or in person at the PNB Box Office at 301 Mercer St.

New York City: Showtimes are 8:00 pm on February 15 and 16, with an additional 2:00 pm matinee on February 16. Tickets start at $25; call CityTix at 212-581-1212, online at www.nycitycenter.org, or in person at the City Center Box Office, 131 W 55th Street (between 6th & 7th). PNB’s New York tour is sponsored by Raisbeck Engineering.

Caption: Pacific Northwest Ballet principal dancers Kaori Nakamura and James Moore in Jean Christophe Maillot’s Roméo et Juliette.  Photo © Angela-Sterling

In the aftermath of this unspeakable tragedy, I wish to share with you my emotions of dismay and sadness.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the grieving families of these young children and their teachers, all innocent victims of this act of violence.

On behalf of the people of Monaco, my family and myself, allow us to express our feelings of deep pain and sorrow.

With my highest consideration and friendship.

ALBERT, PRINCE DE MONACO”

Photo courtesy Mayor’s Office for International Affairs

Representing the world’s largest consular community, the Dean of the New York City Consular Corps and Consul General of Monaco, the Honorable Maguy Maccario Doyle, addressed a recent gathering hosted by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg in honor of 2012’s Consular Day in New York.

Consul General Maccario Doyle, along with Secretary-General of the United Nations, His Excellency Ban Ki-Moon, and the United States Ambassador to the United Nations, Dr. Susan Rice, thanked the Mayor for hosting the Gracie Mansion reception, which was attended by more than 200 dignitaries from New York City’s consular community, diplomatic missions and various government agencies including the Police and Fire Departments.

Speaking on behalf of the 114 NYC-based consular missions, Ms. Maccario Doyle, who also serves as Minister Counselor and Director for the Monaco Government Tourist Office, said that as a diplomat in the “Capital of the World”, one is often challenged, never bored, constantly surprised and always inspired by the energy, creativity and achievements of the eight million who live in New York City.

“As our Government’s representatives, we are privileged to serve the finest, brightest minds of not only our own country men and women, but also those of our hosts here in the United States. Despite our many cultural, political and social diversities and our often differing opinions and ideals, we all strive to achieve excellence in our own fields.” She acknowledged Mayor Bloomberg for his administration’s support of the consular community and “for helping to foster such a wonderful environment in which all voices can be heard and respected.”

Ms. Maccario Doyle currently serves as the representative for the Europe II group on the Executive Committee of the Society of Foreign Consuls. She previously served as the organization’s President and has chaired many fund-raising events during her distinguished tenure. As the Society’s Vice President and Regional representative for Europe II since 1998, she served as the Gala Chair in 2000 when $450,000+ was raised to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Outreach Programs and Paul Newman’s Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. In 2005 she chaired the Event Committee for the Society’s 80th Anniversary Gala.

About the Consulate General of Monaco & Monaco Government Tourist Office
The only accredited Consulate General of Monaco in North America (www.Monaco-Consulate.com) provides consular services, cultural and general information. The Consulate also organizes exclusive promotional and philanthropic events and activities to benefit charitable endeavors, many of which are held under the patronage of the Princely Family, including the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation-USA. The Monaco Government Tourist Office (www.VisitMonaco.com/us) offers personalized tourism advice and information for individuals, group and business travel as well as access to Le Club Diamant Rouge for VIP travel membership within the Principality of Monaco. For more information, please visit www.VisitMonaco.com/US.

About the Society of Foreign Consuls
Since its founding in 1925, the Society of Foreign Consuls in New York has represented the world’s largest diplomatic community. This unique organization, whose members are gathered from the 114 New York City-based Consulates General, is steered by an Executive Committee representing Europe, Africa, West & South Asia, North & South America, the Caribbean & Central America and South East Asia & Western Pacific. The Society works to safeguard the interests and rights of its members; strives to promote good relations between the NYC Consular Corps and hosts, New York City and the USA; arranges forums and briefings with local, state and federal authorities and regular charitable and social events for members and guests. The Society holds fundraising events and has a long and proud philanthropic record. For more information, please visit www.ConsulsNewYork.com.

The stately USS Mount Whitney, flagship of the U.S. Navy’s 6th fleet, is stationed in the Bay of Monaco during National Day celebrations, 19 November 2012.

His Serene Highness Prince Albert had expressed an interest in the visit of a U.S. Navy ship in the 30th anniversary year of the passing of His mother, Princess Grace, to underscore the strong ties between the Principality and the United States. A special celebratory lunch was held aboard the ship, co-hosted by the Honorable Charles Rivkin, U.S. Ambassador to Monaco, and Vice Admiral Frank Pandolfe, Commander of the 6th fleet of the U.S. Navy.