In March, Pallot, who was the expert of the Galerie Didier Aaron, faced trial for commercial fraud, along with a carpenter and restorer, Bruno Desnoues, who admitted to fabricating the forgeries. The prosecutor asked for three years of prison time, including a two-year suspended sentence for Pallot, and two years, with a one year suspended sentence, for Desnoues. Both could be banned from their trade for five years. Their verdicts are expected on 11 June. The scam was discovered when a delivery driver was arrested after his investment of more than €1m in real estate in France and Portugal was flagged by the authorities. He confessed to acting as a middleman for Desnoues, who, when pressed to explain his hidden incomes, confessed to the forgeries. Pallot was the world’s leading specialist of royal seats, and in charge of antique furniture at the Galerie Didier Aaron. He was a distinguished professor at the École du Louvre and the Sorbonne and a scholar who curators would question if they had a doubts about a royal armchair. “I was the head and Desnoues was the hands,” he told the court. Desnoues was the main restorer of Versailles furniture and was even invited to make a copy of Louis XVI’s bed for the royal apartment. who allegedly faked 17th- and 18th-century royal furniture and his wife say they are unable to stand trial due to illness and stress news8 September 2016New twist in fake antique furniture scandal overshadows opening of Biennale des Antiquaires in ParisAfter Versailles the Louvre is the latest institution caught up in forgery case involving Kraemer and Aaron galleries news30 June 2016Leading Parisian antiques dealers arrested for forgeryMinistry of culture is investigating authenticity of furniture bought by Versailles since 2008 This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. 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Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. by Petrana Radulovic Link Image: MAPPA/NetflixEntertainmentAnimeNetflix’s anime adaptation Rose of Versailles speedruns a story that needs more timeIt’s gorgeous but it held a constant place on my perpetually growing backlog After the first teaser for Netflix and MAPPA’s Rose of Versailles movie I did some preliminary research and learned that Ikeda dove into themes of revolution all with gorgeous art and poignant love stories woven throughout which would let me experience all the highs I’d heard about but visually updated for a slicker era of anime But about 20 minutes into Netflix’s Rose of Versailles movie with the story rushing through character development and plot points I wanted so desperately to feel an emotional connection to these beautifully animated characters but this version of the story didn’t even give me a chance Maybe if I were more familiar with the source material this project would feel more like a greatest-hits highlight reel with some spectacular animation it’s puzzling: I kept feeling like I’d accidentally fast-forwarded past some key moment note: This review contains some setup spoilers for Netflix’s movie The Rose of Versailles.] The manga follows the lives of these two women as they grow from teenagers into adults, grappling with the expectations of being female and contending with France’s increasing societal unrest. Oscar also shares a close friendship with her childhood friend and attendant André, while Marie falls for visiting Swedish count von Fersen. Eventually, Oscar starts to sympathize with the peasants and becomes a key figure in the French Revolution. And, well, we know how it ends for Marie. Some of the emotional scenes almost moved me, but I had to pull up the manga and anime adaptations’ Wikipedia pages and quickly read the episode and chapter summaries to figure out what important plot points were glossed over in the most recent musical montage. The only relationship I fully bought by the movie’s end was André and Oscar’s friendship and slow-burn romance, simply because they have the most interaction beyond the musical sequences. The Rose of Versailles is streaming on Netflix now. The 1979 anime adaptation is streaming on Pluto TV. The best of Polygon in your inbox, every Friday. 50 near Versailles had to be closed on Thursday afternoon for a traffic accident.  Versailles Firefighters responded to the accident around 3:47 p.m. about two miles east of the Versailles area.  the vehicle involved was located off the roadway and on fire.  No injuries were reported and a cause of the crash remains unknown.  Versailles Fire Rescue was assisted at the scene by Ripley County EMS Ripley County Sheriff's Office and Indiana Conservation Officer The program provides grants to Rising Sun-Ohio County School Corporation teachers Eighteen students statewide will serve on the committee Your Hometown Radio Station playing Tracy Byrd - Drinkin' Bone Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Learn More — The Kentucky Derby is the first leg of horse racing’s momentous Triple Crown Only 13 horses have won the Kentucky Derby two of which are still living in the Bluegrass State now spend their days at Ashford Stud in Versailles The farm owned by Coolmore America is breeding the next generation of racehorses and perhaps the next Triple Crown winner who is in nomination sales for Coolmore America said it’s an honor to stand both American Pharoah and Justify at Ashford Stud “These two horses have sired numerous Grade 1 winners around the world,” Wallace said the daily routine is much different for the two Hall of Fame thoroughbreds they’re not kept to the level of fitness they’d be at the racetrack but we do exercise them every day,” Wallace said “They go out in their paddocks and have plenty of free time they’ll breed the mares that are on the book and come to them to be bred.” Wallace said American Pharoah has sired nine Grade 1 winners and Justify has sired seven Grade 1 winners American Pharoah became the first triple crown winner in 37 years before Justify made history three years later “Winning the Triple Crown is akin to winning the Super Bowl,” Wallace said It’s the highest achievement you can have in thoroughbred racing Wallace said three things make a good stallion: pedigree “These horses have international appeal,” Wallace said “They attract international breeders to Kentucky with their mares and their resulting progeny Their foals and yearlings get sold around the world to represent the United States on the world stage.”  With Derby 151 right around the corner Wallace said now is the time for Kentucky to shine “It’s the pinnacle of our sport,” Wallace said “The first Saturday in May is what it all leads up to All the farms around central Kentucky are gearing up for it The mares are foaling; they’re being bred back.”  Both horses have sired runners in this year’s Kentucky Derby American Pharoah could have two offspring in the Derby with Luxor Café and Publisher Justify will be represented by American Promise The information on this page is intended for journalists If you click NO you will come back to Mynewsdesk.com Southern Norway) has been selected as one of the seven winners of the 11thedition of the prestigious Prix Versailles: World’s Most Beautiful Museums List 2025 the Prix Versailles is an architectural award series that honours seven recently created or renovated structures from around the world The award highlights long-term work based on a rigorous artistic design paying tribute to heritage and landscape They aim to promote intelligent sustainability where culture elevates the concept of environmental responsibility “We sincerely appreciate this recognition and are grateful to be selected among such esteemed laureates We are excited to contribute to the vision and values represented by the Prix Versailles.” Secretary General of the Prix Versailles commented “The World’s Most Beautiful Museums List for 2025 provides an extraordinary and particularly remarkable survey of the latest museum constructions representing both the exuberance of youthful creativity and the maturity of the skills that inspire these achievements and make them possible these places deliver singular experiences to their visitors encouraging them to open their minds both outwards and inwards.” The seven laureates are shortlisted for a further distinction of the World Title – Prix Versailles Interior or Exterior – which will be awarded in December Cleveland Museum of Natural History | Cleveland About KunstsiloKunstsilo is an award-winning former grain silo in Southern Norway transformed into one of Northern Europe’s most innovative hubs for art and cultural experiences the museum houses the Tangen Collection – the world’s largest collection of Nordic modernism – alongside Kunstsilo’s own permanent collections Kunstsilo has been featured in Time’s “World’s Greatest Places 2024” and The New York Times’ “52 Places To Go in 2025.” About Prix de Versailles Announced each year at UNESCO since 2015 the Prix Versailles is a series of architectural competitions that shine a light on the finest contemporary projects worldwide At the intersection between multiple disciplines the members of the Prix Versailles World Jury are tasked with awarding twenty-four World Titles from among the Selected Sites – in the categories of Airports The Official List – which pays tribute to innovation ecological efficiency and the values of social interaction and participation which the United Nations holds in high regard – is in line with the principles of intelligent sustainability social and cultural impacts into consideration transformed into one of Northern Europe’s most innovative powerhouses for art and cultural experiences the world’s largest collection of Nordic modernism and the permanent collections of Kunstsilo Kunstsilo showcases international digital contemporary art “52 Places to Go in 2025” – The New York Times “How a Grain Silo in Norway Became a Global Modern Art Destination” – Bloomberg “World’s Greatest Places 2024” – TIME When you choose to create a user account and follow a newsroom your personal data will be used by us and the owner of the newsroom for you to receive news and updates according to your subscription settings To learn more about this, please read our Privacy Policy, which applies to our use of your personal data, and our Privacy Policy for Contacts which applies to the use of your personal data by the owner of the newsroom you follow Please note that our Terms of Use apply to all use of our services You can withdraw your consent at any time by unsubscribing or deleting your account This year, the tramway T2 terminus at Porte de Versailles will be undergoing major changes, and therefore major works The first traffic stoppage concerns the project to improve operating conditions on the line with a closure between Porte de Versailles and Issy-Val de Seine making the latter station the temporary terminus from where a replacement bus service will be set up by RATP Extended as part of the Porte de Versailles restructuring works with a temporary terminus at Suzanne Lenglen station this time RATP has clarified that this is not a delay"but the initial schedule unveiled in two stages" There will also be a further interruption between Porte de Versailles and Issy-Val de Seine from November 3 to 23 Why this work? The T2 is one of the busiest tramway lines on the network but it seems that"its current infrastructure is unable to cope with all operating contingencies" Ile-de-France Mobilités has therefore approved the T2 ACE (Amélioration des Conditions d'Exploitation) project to try to improve the situation with the creation of turning lanes at Porte de Versailles station the shifting of the station by around a hundred meters the creation of side platforms and new pedestrian walkways Refer your establishment, click herePromote your event, click here Global Lead Partner ‘Beyond the palace itself, we oversee a park, the Marly estate, two enormous stables housing schools and an equestrian academy, a carriage museum, a sculpture and mold museum, the recently restored royal tennis court which is now open to the public, both Trianon palaces, greenhouses and orangeries, a rowing club, a luxury hotel, and dozens upon dozens of buildings. My role is to coordinate the various departments managing each entity.’ The task fascinates him but leaves him little time to rest. Emmanuelle Lequeux is a writer based in Paris.English translation: Art Basel. Caption for header image: Christophe Leribault in Versailles, April 2025. Photography by Inès Manai for Art Basel. Historic estates in the lush Loire Valley are embracing contemporary art, revealing a heritage in transformation ReadBrazilian painter Lucas Arruda tackles European landscapes in major Paris show At the Musée d'Orsay, the São Paulo artist stands on the shoulders of Monet and Courbet in an illuminating dialogue with the museum's collection ReadHow Laure Prouvost reimagined the myth of Icarus in MarseilleIn an exhibition at Mucem, the French artist immerses herself in the Mediterranean and examines the connections between humans, living beings, and objects A centuries-old vineyard in Versailles—dating back to at least 1787—has been brought back to life by Adrien Pélissié a former Bordeaux winegrower and now owner of La Bouche du Roi winery in Versailles While looking through historic regional maps Pélissié made a remarkable discovery: the vineyard he planted in 2017 in the unusual shape of a shark’s fin matched the exact location and layout of one marked on an 18th-century map—created 230 years earlier the Île-de-France was France’s largest winegrowing region with vineyards stretching across tens of thousands of hectares viticulture in the region had virtually vanished Any hope of bringing it back was quashed by French regulations brought in during the 1950s which restricted commercial viticulture in Versailles and other parts of the country when new EU regulations lifted restrictions on vineyard planting rights—paving the way for the revival of the region’s historic vineyards Pélissié commented: “I was really moved when I realized that someone had planted vines in the exact same spot The vineyard even has the same distinctive shape—it curves like a shark’s fin that someone back then saw the same potential in this land that we do today We feel very fortunate to be part of the story of this place bringing viticulture back to the region and honoring the French tradition that came before us.” The discovery was made using the Plans d’Intendance detailed cartographic surveys commissioned under Louis XV and Louis XVI The specific map that revealed the vineyard’s past was dated 1787 the renaissance of viticulture in Île-de-France is well underway Around 130 hectares (320 acres) of vines are now planted across the region with La Bouche du Roi leading the charge Situated in the former royal hunting grounds of the Plaine de Versailles—just 30 minutes from Paris—it is the region’s largest vineyard Subscribe to our Weekly Newsletter and receive important industry updates Food & Beverage Magazine is the leading online magazine resource for the food and beverage industry with signature celebrity features and an over twenty year long valuable reputation F&B Magazine has the eyes of the industry’s top professionals that are in search of the latest and greatest Subscribe to our Weekly Newsletter and recieve important industry updates Two people were taken into custody after an investigation led to identity theft and more on April 20 The Versailles Police Department (VPD) reported a suspicious vehicle in the Walmart parking lot on Newton Street Court documents stated that a female passenger circled the vehicle while glancing at the patrol vehicle and then entered the store Another man then exited the driver's seat to enter the store and police identified him as Christian Aaron Blackmore Officers reviewed security footage from the store and reportedly saw Blackmore run back to the vehicle and flee the area before returning and picking up Henson from a different location VPD later conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle Blackmore allegedly gave police a false name but was ultimately arrested for outstanding warrants Henson was also arrested for outstanding warrants a search of the vehicle revealed multiple stolen IDs social security cards and a birth certificate that did not belong to either occupant Court documents stated that three spoons were also discovered and Henson was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance and booked into the Morgan County Jail on a $10,000 bond Officers noted that Blackmore had an extensive criminal history out of Colorado and Arkansas and had connections to the white supremacist group He was arrested and charged with Displaying the Motor Vehicle Plates of Another Person First-Degree Tampering with a Motor Vehicle Tampering with Physical Evidence in a Felony Prosecution Trafficking in Stolen Identities and two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance Blackmore was booked into the Morgan County Jail with a $250,000 bond More than 50 years after the release of Riyoko Ikeda’s masterpiece The Rose of Versailles its anime film adaptation is set to stream exclusively on Netflix from April 30 This tale of romance and fate unfolds during the turbulent French Revolution vividly bringing to life the world of Oscar — a beautiful woman raised as a boy by a distinguished general — and an ensemble of unforgettable characters they embrace their destinies with grace and beauty despite being swept along by the tides of time Oscar defies the societal limits of status and gender choosing her own path and bravely leaping into the French Revolution Her courageous and beautiful way of life garnered empathy and adoration from many young girls Serialized in "Weekly Margaret" (published by Shueisha) since 1972 Riyoko Ikeda’s manga has sold over 20 million copies sparking a wide-ranging social phenomenon in Japan It was adapted to the stage by the Takarazuka Revue theater company and into an anime series becoming widely regarded as a landmark in girls' manga A talented creative team brought this film to life with a screenplay by Tomoko Komparu (Uta no Prince-sama From Me to You: Kimi ni Todoke) and character designs by Mariko Oka (First Love Monster Hiroyuki Sawano (Attack on Titan) produced the music which he composed together with KOHTA YAMAMOTO (Ooku: The Inner Chambers) In This Corner of the World) produced the film With its stunning music and captivating performances this beloved story continues to enchant audiences Singer Ayaka brings her powerful voice to the theme song, "Versailles," which she wrote for the film a huge fan of The Rose of Versailles and cast member of the Takarazuka Revue Mark your calendars: The Rose of Versailles streams on Netflix starting April 30 ■Based on the original manga by Riyoko Ikeda ■Theme Song: "Versailles" by Ayaka ■Copyright: ⒸIkeda Riyoko Production / The Rose of Versailles Production Committee Bubbleblabber Your source for the latest in adult animation news The Rose of Versailles is a film adaptation of Riyoko Ikeda’s 1972 manga It is directed by Ai Yoshimura and written by Tomoko Konparu which is known for animating projects like Jujutsu Kaisen “Versailles,” is performed by Ayaka four people: Oscar François de Jarjayes (Caitlin Glass) the daughter of an Austrian empress who is destined to become queen France and live their respective destinies while being tossed by the tides of the era There’s usually that feeling I had where women seem to struggle to adapt to today’s times especially with how they’re treated poorly on social media it’s nothing compared to what they’ve been through in the late 18th Century especially when one is dressed and acted like a man Riyoko Ikeda’s The Rose of Versailles was a historical romance drama that showcased the daily lives of that particular woman who served as the Royal Guard’s commander While it may seem like another typical love story by some The Rose of Versailles was crucial to the shōjo medium’s transitional period Through its combination of historical elements and thematic storytelling involving politics and sexuality the manga became one of the key elements responsible for the rise of manga aimed at adolescents and young adults The Rose of Versailles was adapted into various media a 1979 live-action film directed by Jacques Demy the world of The Rose of Versailles returns with an anime film produced by MAPPA which was actually my first exposure to the source material I didn’t find much appeal to the concept given my hit-and-miss history with historical dramas the company behind the surprisingly good Zenshu I immediately became convinced to see how it would convey the presentation seen in the manga the biggest challenge that invoked my curiosity was impressing the fans and providing the quality needed to attract newcomers unfamiliar with the source material The Rose of Versailles provides plenty of moments that’ll resonate well for those following the source material including its historical elements and themes involving freedom the film explores Oscar’s coming-of-age journey as a woman raised as a man struggling to liberate herself from the traditional bonds that bind her The most notable example is Oscar assuming the role of captain of the French Guard which proved to be more challenging than anticipated when she faced mistreatment from the guards due to her gender This aligns with the traditional roles during the late 18th Century where men were seen as soldiers and rulers while women assumed the positions of supporting the men and nothing else The film’s story involves Oscar challenging those roles by assisting in the French Revolution that concluded with the fall of Bastille and the death of Marie’s royal family it’s understandable why the source material has been getting much love since its inception This refreshing perspective of the French Revolution and reflection of female empowerment inspired people to embrace who they wanted to be despite their gender and see the good in humanity As someone who hasn’t read the source material I did have concerns watching the latest adaptation The first act of The Rose of Versailles was structured like a series of historical lessons that didn’t take time to fully grow its characters including the relationship between Marie and Oscar it’s like watching the shortened version of the 1979 anime showcasing some of its memorable moments with a new coat of paint Regarding its time skips and character development the film attempted to make do with its runtime only to require viewers to watch the anime series to fully grasp their entire history once the movie decided to focus solely on Oscar the narrative went a lot smoother from there as it utilized its thought-provoking themes and presentation to craft a beautifully symbolic and poignant reflection of freedom for not just the country but also the human soul The Rose of Versailles also became an occasion where the English dub fits suitably alongside the Japanese version bringing in numerous talented actors like Caitlin Glass Caitlin Glass stands out from the bunch in terms of her genuinely compelling performance as Oscar Glass took command of the role with fierceness and humanity resulting in a sublime portrayal that felt more earned than manipulatively sappy Megan Shipman also did very well as the voice of Marie Antoinette a young queen whose lack of restraint and restrictions caused the commoners to rise against the nobles emphasizing her tragedy that began with her selfishness which was the main reason for my curiosity After watching such projects as Chainsaw Man and Zenshu I did not doubt that the studio’s ability to immerse audiences with vibrant colors and artistry would translate well with this adaptation MAPPA’s presentation shined in its beauty and emotional grasp rather than distracting viewers with its stylized metaphorical visions While a few musical sequences needlessly expanded its runtime the radiance in their artistic visions was gorgeous enough to bypass their pointless additions The animation also ensured that the CGI effects integrated perfectly with traditional animation providing a visually cohesive balance that’s pleasing to the eyes with the primary example being the masquerade ball sequence That scene alone was why I decided to keep watching the first act the film adaptation of The Rose of Versailles is a worthy depiction of the classic source material that offers more roses than tedious drama While the first act felt rushed in its episodic structure the rest of the movie easily picked up the slack with its focus on Oscar The result is a thoughtful and gorgeously striking tragedy that honors its deep thematic narrative and humane characters with grace and dignity the film provided a virtuous experience fit for the source material’s fans it serves as a welcoming introduction to the popular manga for newcomers hoping to jump into the world of anime I’m unsure whether this experience convinced me to watch the 1979 anime version I will say that this gorgeously sublime film adaptation didn’t make me want to execute myself Lazarus Episode 1– 👎 Big City Greens 100th Episode–👍 Common Side Effects Episode 1–👍 Lil Kev Episode 1–👍 StuGo Episode 1–👍 Patrick Star - "There are also other characters that come and go (also owned by the Warner Bros. Discovery conglomerate media company)." Huh. Is that just referring to other characters from the show itself, or is this implying that the new season is going to have cameos from other WBD IPs Bifferno I think it's all delayed until the 23rd now. gobluespartyon- I guess there are a lot of reviews on the way because Ford and I just planned a very last minute trip to a hotel we’ve been wanting to check out for quite some time Let me first talk about why we’re taking this trip and then I’ll discuss the itinerary I booked (which was designed to maximize new flight experiences Airelles is probably my favorite boutique luxury hotel group in the world right now but the hotels really offer an incredible experience Airelles is what Aman used to be in terms of quality and guest experience though with a bit less geographic diversity (since all of the brand’s properties are in France) the 14-key property located on the grounds of the Palace of Versailles Everything about this concept looks incredible — the design of the property the after hours access to the Palace of Versailles It almost seems like a hybrid between the typical Airelles experience and some sort of (hopefully) non-cheesy performative event even being able to find availability at the property was a challenge given its popularity and limited room count the weather forecast for Paris looked nice (well the entry level room was available for booking and we also had time to get away for a few days I’m hoping it lives up to expectations all four of the first class seats were available as I’ll be returning home a day later in order to make this Vienna detour… For the return portion of the trip, I have a night in Vienna. Any requests for which points hotel you’d like to see a review of? During my last stopover in Vienna, I spent a night at the Andaz Vienna Am Belvedere I haven’t reviewed any property in the city in a very long time I stayed at Hotel Imperial back in 2013, and I stayed at the Park Hyatt Vienna in 2015 it has been so long that I’m just as happy to revisit either as to try something new We planned a very last minute trip to Europe where we’ll be flying Air France’s 777 first class we’ll be staying at Airelles Versailles the last property of the group that we haven’t checked out so expect some initial impressions in the coming days Then I’m going to publish my full Hong Kong trip report and then I’ll publish the full trip report from this journey And please let me know if y’all have any preferences as to which Vienna property you’d like to see a review of Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Also stayed at the Intercontinental down the street I would be very interested in reading your review (I am based in Vienna) since it is closing in a few days (GM is also leaving and not returning) The hotel situation in Vienna is not that great I have not been a fan of the new catering on AUA.. I have not been a fan of the new catering on AUA flights so will indeed be very interesting to read your review the Austrian coffee menu that you loved in past reviews is only available directly after the main course Make sure to review the Vienna Lounge on departure (assuming your flight leaves from the D gates) it is just before passport control and pretty great The Austrian Lounge at the D gates however is tiny and nothing special Last time I was in Vienna we stayed at the SO/Vienna and loved it The building and the interior spaces were designed together by Jean Nouvel and so it's a uniquely immersive architectural/design experience - one of the most memorable hotels I've stayed in in a while the cocktail bar and breakfast buffet restaurant are at the top of one of the highest buildings in town And then to boot you're one block away from the Metro and tram stops at Schwedenplatz I think there are a core set of airlines that you focus on There are many more airlines around the world and I hope that you could also try them out and report on them I'm also getting a bit tired and yawning by the increasingly narcissitic and boring tone of this blog and the reviews of non points hotels that no one can afford… An “off the beaten path” fun one could be the Hotel Grand Ferdinand has a great restaurant (Meissl & Schaden) for schnitzel A fun quirk is that the hotel also offers very reasonably priced bunk bed “dorm rooms” for 50 euros a night via Airbnb for budget travelers A review of the hotel Sacher would be interesting I recommend that you do the tour of the Versailles Library; that was the one "extra" thing that we did there and it was amazing if you appreciate history Can't wait to read the review of the hotel in Versailles Have really enjoyed your reviews of their other hotels I'd also love to see a review of the Rosewood in Vienna @lucky Wow will you be spending just one night in Versailles Consider the Ritz Carlton - really enjoyed a one night stay there last year Would be a nice trip to tell brainwashed E39 what SkyTeam actually is What ended up happening with the Park Hyatt potentially leaving the brand or being sold I really wish we'd see more in the US (I know the backstory They are currently seeking a new owner but management within Hyatt is ongoing In fact a new GM took over the property in The contract with Hyatt is for another 10 years so whenever a new owner is announced there is no immediate threat to it leaving Hyatt My hungry self thinking you were talking about Miami’s Versailles at first Just took my first ever La Première flight a few days ago that Air France does not serve alcohol on the ground even in F Apparently same thing out of JFK these days One positive development is I was served a full tin of proper sturgeon caviar In the past AF only did caviar out of CDG and had paddlefish roe out of the US Park Hyatt would be nice to see reviewed again But here's one I haven't seen mentioned yet: Hotel Sacher Wien Really looking forward to the OS 787 review I see this has been mentioned by someone below Sacher would be a good one if you're trying something new but still very upscale The Hotel Bristol will be closed beginning in March for the next 2.5 years for major renovations It’s my favorite hotel in Vienna so would recommend trying it in the future Any Hyatt property in Vienna would be my vote I like the pace of the review trips compared to last year Also a good idea to fly on Austrian after what will be a disappointing first class experience as AF is in Skyteam I’d personally like to see you review Hotel Imperial or Hotel Bristol but embassador does unlock some of the benefits and I think it would be a good experience to report on You could check out the Linder options in Vienna this is a very luxurious trip which he does NOT want to spoil with a very average/below average hotel stay How will Europe’s best first-class product hold up against EK and JAL Enjoy the first-class redemption while it lasts as I can’t imagine AF’s new F will allow any redemptions and it’s far and away my favourite LH Group airline We stayed at the Rosewood Vienna last summer I stayed at the Amauris Hotel in Vienna-it was very nice If someone would scratch on my door there like in the video id kick his/her ass out Buses depart every hour or more from the airport Looking forward to the coffee concoctions on Austrian as their coffee menu looks mega While the seat and screen itself is a great improvement over the aging 767 product it is still nothing earth shattering within the industry as a whole These new 787's seem to have been slotted for someone else There is nothing 'Austrian" about the interiors like the 767 had I am working in Vienna each month now and can tell you that the Park Hyatt is still the best Rosewood is nice and the restaurant is fantastic but for plentiful upgrades and overall ease the PH still shines even amidst the ownership issues they are having the Priority Pass lounge that once was accessible is no longer the amazing Vienna lounge is accessible when departing from Terminal 1 I could not find it once I got through passport control and was told the Austrian lounge is all that's in the D area It must be prior to passport control and that was the issue I am always going out of Terminal 3 so was a bit lost yesterday I took the VIE-IAD flight last month and it was very meh The crew kept the cabin so hot that I was sweating and they don’t have individual air nozzles at the seats so it was a long 10-hour ride Lounge situation at VIE was shockingly bad I'm really looking forward to the Airelles review My go to hotel in Vienna is the Hotel am Konzerthaus Skip the points hotel and check out the Rosewood Vienna definitely a hundred times nicer than at Rosewood Munich This blog was supposed to be about points… he’s already now only mostly reviewing non points ultra expensive properties Can fly from Indonesia to Australia 6x return in business for the same price as one return flight on Air France first class Can someone explain why more airlines don’t use curtains like Air France Would seem like an easy win for Qantas or Lufthansa first class No big investment needed and instant privacy I have a few clients who don't like La Premier specifically because of the curtains The reason being that they block the overhead bin access so if they are flying solo and have their bags up there they can't access them if needed without an awkward interaction There are only overhead bins above the window seats in La Premiere The storage at the seats and under the ottomans is not large enough for a carry-on bag Something tells me you won’t be staying in their entry level room… Flying all the way to Versailles for a tiny room in a great hotel My first thought when reading this article was 'Is Versailles in Austria?!' Wow I didn’t know there were any flights to Versailles Your feedback is important in helping us keep our community safe The comments on this page have not been provided approved or otherwise endorsed by any advertiser and it is not an advertiser's responsibility to ensure posts and/or questions are answered I'm also getting a bit tired and yawning by the increasingly narcissitic and boring tone of this blog I recommend that you do the tour of the Versailles Library; that was the one "extra" thing that we did there and it was amazing if you appreciate history You have successfully joined our subscriber list Editorial Disclosure: The editorial content on this page is not provided by any entity mentioned herein. Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities. See more about our ethics policies here one of the most celebrated living composers of our time during a pair of preshow chats April 11 and 13 which were in the form of a Q&A led by Corigliano’s husband Mark Adamo Directed by Grammy-winning opera star Patricia Racette, the Shepherd School’s production brought Corigliano’s ghostly, genre-bending opera to dazzling life. Every voice student in the Shepherd School had a named role, filling the stage with richly layered characters from Beaumarchais’ comedies and the haunting court of Louis XVI. Backed by the Shepherd School Chamber Orchestra conducted by Rice alumnus Benjamin Manis revolution,and romance with style and emotional depth Corigliano and Adamo told the story of the opera’s creation “Ghosts” marked the Metropolitan Opera’s first commission in three decades when it premiered in 1991 and it remains one of Corigliano’s most lauded theatrical creations Corigliano and The Met decided to present a large scale comedy something of a rarity in the operatic canon But the opera didn’t begin with revolutionary ambition “When the opera was conceived, it was only going to be an extension of the famous Beaumarchais plays which were used for the operas ‘The Barber of Seville’ and ‘The Marriage of Figaro,’” said Joshua Winograde the Shepherd School’s director of opera studies “John decided to use those iconic characters — Figaro the Count and the Countess — and tell a new kind of story with them.” said he wasn’t content to be bound by the artistic constraints of the 18th century characters or musical conventions whom John credits as an equal co-creator of this work to write the libretto using some kind of dramatic device that would allow the story to exist in more than one time period which in turn would allow John to compose music that sounded like it was coming from multiple dimensions of history,” Winograde said “The two possibilities for this dramatic convention were that this 18th century story unfolded either in modern characters’ dreams or as witnessed by ghosts” What emerged was a story told through the eyes of ghosts — most notably Marie Antoinette — who witness and influence the unfolding drama from the afterlife That shift transformed the opera from a period piece into a timeless meditation on love Marie Antoinette is the lead role –- along with Beaumarchais himself — and it’s all about her watching and reliving her final days at the Palace of Versailles,” Winograde said “The idea that this opera originally didn’t even include her as a character is inconceivable to us when we see the show now Learn more about the Shepherd School here 713-348-0000 | Privacy Policy | Campus Carry (LEX 18) — Yokohama Industries Americas Inc announced in a press release on Wednesday plans to stop all production operations at its Versailles manufacturing plant by mid-2025 The company detailed that the decision will result in a "workforce reduction" of around 250 employees YIA products manufactured at the Versailles plant will be moved to other production sites within the company's existing North America network officials noted that YIA has been producing Automotive Hose Assemblies at the site in Versailles "Recent reduced demand amidst increased costs of goods sold has forced YIA to further consolidate operations at other North American facilities," the release read "Doing so will enable YIA to maintain competitive pricing while continuing to support the automotive Industry in North America." YIA added that the company will work with its customers to "seamlessly transition" the supply chain to other company sites along with provide severance to full-time employees at the Versailles plant Report a typo Versailles goes video game... From October 19, 2024 to April 25, 2025, Versailles will be hosting an exhibition at theAncienne Poste, entitled Game Story. Presented by the City of Versailles and theMO5 association this exhibition explores 70 years of video game history from its beginnings on consoles and microcomputers to the latest innovations Game Story takes visitors on a journey through the ages, from iconic early games such as 1958's Tennis For Two and Pong on arcade terminals, to the first consoles from legendary brands such as Atari, Nintendo and SEGA The greatest international creators are honored with a selection of flagship works the latest opus in the famous street-fighting saga published by France's Dotemu and acclaimed worldwide are waiting for you to play with throughout the day Interactive workshops run by volunteers from theMO5 association will also give you the chance to see retro console repair demonstrations and even to have your own machines serviced A store dedicated to videogame culture also offers you the chance to take home a souvenir of the exhibition It's a wonderful exhibition that we were able to discover you'll discover the beginnings of video gaming from the creation of Tennis for Two on a laboratory oscilloscope to the arrival of Spacewar whose source code was sent to American universities for training creating the world's first "eSport competition".) Upstairs for an accelerated discovery of flagship titles from the 80s to 2020 It's a great opportunity for the whole family to have fun while learning all about the history of video games This page may contain AI-assisted elements, more information here Mo — The Versailles Police Department is investigating the death of a man who was found in a vehicle on March 20th 38-year-old Lorenzo Flores was discovered deceased in a 2021 Nissan Altima parked in the Versailles Walmart parking lot Authorities said they are still working to determine the cause of death but do not suspect foul play at this time A Versailles man was arrested after allegedly attempting to coerce a minor into a white van The Stover Police Department announced that James Ferrell officers responded to a report of an attempted kidnapping in the area of E Court documents said that Ferrell was driving a white van when he pulled up slowly next to a child and said The child reportedly ran inside to tell his mother Authorities were able to locate the van based on the photo Ferrell had just finished shaving his face in order to alter his appearance officers searched the van and found "rope officers received a search warrant for his home Officers also found a small case and small bag with white residue The substance tested positive for methamphetamine Ferrell was held at the Morgan County Jail after prosecutors charged him with Enticement of Attempted Enticement a Child The Stover Police Department said that the investigation was still ongoing Ferrell was charged in December of 2024 for failing to register as a sex offender Ferrell pleaded guilty to Child Molestation First Degree Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker who starred in the 2012 documentary Queen of Versailles announced the death of her sister Jessica Mallery three days after her husband David Siegel died Jackie Siegel is in mourning The star of the 2012 documentary Queen of Versailles' sister Jessica Mallery died April 5 from an accidental overdose Jackie's charity Victoria's Voice Foundation confirmed April 8 three days after Jackie announced the passing of her husband David Siegel "As I mourn the profound loss of my beloved husband David Siegel, who passed away on April 5 at the age of 89, my world was shattered again yesterday by the unexpected loss of my beautiful sister, Jessica Mallery, 43, to a scourge we as a family sadly know too well—accidental drug overdose," Jackie shared in her Instagram statement "Jessica died after using cocaine laced with fentanyl." "Her death is another stark reminder of the drug epidemic and fentanyl crisis plaguing our country," she continued "and the urgent need to address substance abuse in order to save lives Our work at Victoria’s Voice remains more critical than ever we will continue to raise awareness and advocate every single day until this form of grief is a distant memory in this country." "I wanted to personally reach out and let you know that my husband, David Alan Siegel, passed away this morning," she shared on Instagram April 5. "I was lucky enough to share twenty-five wonderful years with David, and together we raised eight incredible children. His life and legacy live on through them all." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jackie Siegel❤️👸💋 (@queenofversailles) "To say we are devastated is an understatement," Jackie continued "But I find comfort in knowing that Victoria was there to greet him—the first thing he heard was 'Dad,' followed by a big hug That thought brings me so much peace." which is why I wanted to share this with you," Jackie's tribute to her billionaire husband went on "Thank you for your love and support during this difficult time She finished by saying that "life is a precious gift from God—and my husband has found his peace with Him Embrace and cherish every moment—and thank God." Westgate Resorts, the company that David founded which calls itself "the largest privately held timeshare company in the world," also paid tribute to him following his death "David never forgot his humble roots, starting Westgate in his garage and using the company as a way to lead others to become inspired and successful," the company's CEO Jim Gissy said "We know that we are all up to the task of driving forward the legacy of this visionary man and the company he founded." has won the prestigious 2024 Prix Versailles World Title in the sports category Louis CITY SC’s mission is to see ourselves on the global stage Louis and the transformational role sporting venues can play in the community,” said Lee Broughton Louis CITY SC’s chief brand architect and ownership group member “It is with a great sense of pride that we thank the Prix Versailles World Jury for this incredible honor and our talented partners for their exceptional work in designing CITYPARK to be a reflection of our city’s most beloved attributes.” Designed by HOK and Snow Kreilich Architects CITYPARK supports the CITY SC ownership group’s strategic pillars of connection The 22,500-seat stadium (soon to be called Energizer Park under a new naming rights deal) anchors the largest urban professional sports campus in the U.S and serves as a new model for Major League Soccer project development Louis to share in the soccer experience and offers a best-in-class fan experience elegant canopy and slender columns maximize engagement with the city CITY is scaled and is porous to the street creating a more vibrant city and a match that feels like it is embedded in St Founding Principal of Snow Kreilich Architects “While the design was very much about the intensity of the sport it was equally about the ability to build on the creative energy rising in the city to come together and generate a new civic spirit shaping its future buildings “From the earliest stages of design and development Louis CITY SC had a vision for a project that would be more than a stadium This impressive recognition is a testament to the client’s unwavering commitment to bringing that vision to life,” said Chris DeVolder director of Sports + Recreation + Entertainment at HOK “CITYPARK seamlessly balances district connectivity and the fan experience contributing positively to downtown beyond game days and setting a new precedent for what a stadium can be.” HOK and Snow Kreilich Architects accepted the award in person Additional World Titles in the sports category went to təməsew̓txʷ (New Westminster Canada) for the Special Prize for an Interior and the Olympic Aquatic Centre (Saint-Denis France) for the Special Prize for an Exterior For the full list of 2024 winners and honorees in all categories, as well as World Jury members, please click here. is one of the most famous palaces on Earth What was the life of nobility like at court is accused of killing 69-year-old Carl Goodman in Versailles on Jan The Morgan County Prosecutor's Office filed charges Tuesday against a Versailles man accused of killing another man by cutting his throat faces one count each of first-degree murder and armed criminal action officers with the Versailles Police Department responded to reports of a stabbing on Friday just after 2 p.m behind a building bleeding from the neck and said people at the scene had used a cloth to try and stem the bleeding Officials identified Munson as the suspect and police found him in a room at a nearby motel Police later learned that Munson had reportedly called 911 and said he'd just killed someone "and needed to be arrested," according to the probable cause statement police said they found a knife inside the motel room sink though there wasn't any blood on it at the time Munson is scheduled to be arraigned on Jan To report an error or typo, email news@komu.com Email notifications are only sent once a day Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Crash on US 421 about seven miles south of Versailles caused this rollover Tuesday evening The Versailles community began hearing the sad news that a fatality had occurred in an accident Tuesday evening after multiple rescue units responded to US 421 about seven miles south of town The crash claimed the life of Ashley Hunger who was a passenger in the 2011 Toyota Highlander that lost control Police are not saying the reason the driver lost control but that was about the time an icy/snow mix was beginning to cover the roadway and several accidents were reported due to the weather The report from the Ripley County Sheriff’s Office noted that when they lost control their vehicle was struck in the passenger side by a 2015 Chrysler Town and Country vehicle along with both drivers were transported by EMS for their injuries Police say no drugs or alcohol are believed to be factors in the crash The Ripley County Sheriff’s Office was assisted on the scene by the Versailles Police Department Ripley County EMS Versailles/Milan and Sunman Rescue 20 Funeral services for the beautiful mother of three are pending at Stratton-Karsteter Funeral Home  Site by Scheidler Web Solutions (LEX 18) — In preparation for flooding last week Versailles had to turn power off to the raw water intake station in case water reached the electrical supply area in the building The station is used to pull water from the Kentucky River to send to the treatment plant and LEX18 got a tour Monday morning "We've not had flooding like this since I've been here," Mitzi Delius said Delius is reflecting on widespread flooding the worst she's seen in her 14 years as Versailles Utilities Manager "We've had some flooding where the roads flooded where we can't get down here but nothing like it was this time," Delius noted Since there was a lack of access to the raw water intake station over a week ago due to the high water the City of Versailles took drone photos thanks to the Versailles Police Department "We launched the drone from up at the water treatment plant and periodically checked the levels that way," Delius said Although water started to recede on April 7 emergency crews had to launch a boat last Monday at about 3 p.m to get the water plant superintendent and Kentucky Utilities to the raw water intake station as Shyrocks Ferry was impassable Delius' staff could start pulling water again from the Kentucky River for treatment and Mitzi added that the next step is to work with an engineer to deal with bank erosion at the raw water intake station Delius noted that Versailles did not experience any water quality issues a stroll through the gardens and along the canal looks like a very good idea addAsync('//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js'); May 1st does not coincide with any special events such as Grandes Eaux Musicales or Jardins Musicaux in accordance with the usual conditions laid down by the Établissement Public du Château de Versailles park and Domaine de Marly will be open to the public from 7am to 8.30pm We recommend you come early to avoid crowds you'll be able to fully appreciate the estate's rich landscaping: royal perspectives The more intimate Domaine de Marly is ideal for a quiet stroll in the heart of nature Picture vast parterres adorned with vibrant flowers and majestic tree-lined avenues stretching out in symmetrical patterns, leading to serene ponds. The gentle sound of trickling water from the fountains blends with the soft clip-clop of hoofbeats on the palace's gravel paths, while the rustling of leaves accompanies the murmur of an excited crowd. This perfect backdrop offers a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the French aristocracy, making it the ideal setting for the elegance and drama of the Olympic equestrian events. 🥇","event":null,"destination_url":"","entry_point_tag":"base","entry_point_type":"instory_campaign"}" data-tracking="click" href="https://www.olympics.com/en/sign-in?entry_point_type=instory_campaign&entry_point_tag=base&template=base&origin=https%3A%2F%2Folympics.com%2Fen%2Folympic-channel" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Olympic Membership - Free Live Stream Sports & Original Series - join now In the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries the Palace of Versailles was the epicentre of French aristocratic life Horses were an indispensable part of this life carrying generations of King Louis to and from their palatial home and serving as a vital element in the display of royal power built by 'Sun King' Louis XIV in the seventeenth century were grand enough to house over 2,000 horses They were not mere shelters but grand structures designed to reflect the splendour and authority of the French monarchy It was here that the art of traditional French horsemanship reached its pinnacle the Palace of Versailles often hosting equestrian festivals to exhibit the impressive elegance and discipline of this art form to the world The Equestrian Academy of Versailles still uses the stables today carrying on the pursuit of perfection and performance in equestrian arts The Academy performs its “La Voie de l’Écuyère” show across France and abroad Since the reign of the 'Sun King,' the Palace of Versailles has been the setting for a myriad of opulent events from dazzling Louis Vuitton fashion shows to the thrilling stops of the Tour de France and countless other concerts and galas that echo the grandeur of its storied past Versailles is poised to host the equestrian events transforming the park into an Arena where Olympic champions and their steeds will be coronated Temporary installations have been erected to blend with the historic venue ensuring the UNESCO World Heritage site remains unharmed and the park will all remain open to the public allowing visitors to immerse themselves in both history and sport The Palace of Versailles will also serve as a "host venue" for a series of cultural events during the Olympic Games including a "Horse in Majesty" exhibition to echo the historical festivals presenting an array of luxurious horse ornaments and equestrian parade armor will remind visitors of the prodigious luxury associated with the stables of Versailles celebrating Versailles's rich equestrian heritage while embracing the modern spirit of the Olympics As the world's top equestrians navigate their mounts through challenging courses against the backdrop of the grand palace they carry on the grand equestrian legacy that has defined Versailles for generations with horses named King Edward and Lordships Gruffalo was the first French site to be awarded UNESCO World Heritage status in 1979 can be watched via media rights holders (MRHs) Fuji TV/NHK/Nippon TV/TBS/TV Asahi/TV Tokyo in Japan Check listings in other regions for your local broadcaster IN) – Brian Weigel was recognized by Indiana State Police Superintendent Anthony Scott as the 2024 Versailles Post Trooper of the Year The agency held its annual awards ceremony in Indianapolis last week Weigel is a two-and-a-half-year ISP veteran made 97 criminal arrests and 20 DUI arrests who said it was not just for his activity last year Officials say Weigel has established good working relationships with law enforcement He was unanimously picked by the Versailles Post command staff to receive the award Weigel’s work ethic and dedication to the mission of the Indiana State Police has made him worthy of this award,” said Versailles Post Commander Lt “He continues to be an asset to the Indiana State Police and the communities that he serves.” Milan’s Williams Named JAG National Secretary The project reunites Chenoweth with Wicked songwriter Stephen Schwartz with previews beginning October 8 ahead of a November 10 opening night A red carpet event celebrating the opening will be held November 9 Michael Arden (Maybe Happy Ending) is directing “I’m beyond excited to return to Broadway and also make my Broadway producing debut with this incredible company,” says Chenoweth in a statement “Stephen is a once-in-a-generation songwriter and I’m so lucky we are able to reunite for this original musical under the direction of the iconic Michael Arden to bring Lindsey Ferrentino’s captivating story to life.” Bill Damaschke, Seaview, Diva Worldwide Entertainment, and Sonia Friedman are producing Visit QueenOfVersaillesMusical.com Noah Himmelstein will direct Matthew Puckett's original musical Neumann is the Tony nominated choreographer behind Hadestown and Swept Away one Tony winner is playing the trumpet while the other is channeling Madame Rose Due to the expansive nature of Off-Broadway and institutes have been revealed by the industry stalwart Thank You!You have now been added to the list Blocking belongson the stage,not on websites Our website is made possible bydisplaying online advertisements to our visitors Please consider supporting us bywhitelisting playbill.com with your ad blocker.Thank you — An arrest has been made following a search warrant in Brown County Brown County sheriff’s deputies executed the search in the 100 block of S Chestnut Street in Versailles.An investigation was initiated by the West Central Illinois Task Force after receiving information of possible illegal activity taking place at the residence After an initial investigation and reports the Brown County Sheriff’s Office with assistance from the Brown County State’s Attorney applied for and secured a search warrant from the Brown County Circuit Judge on Monday along with members from the West Central Illinois Task Force executed the search warrant late Monday afternoon.Recovered at the residence were: Authorities also seized approximately $18,600 drug paraphernalia and drug packaging equipment.Jack O was arrested and taken to the Schuyler County Jail in Rushville A female from the residence was released at the scene pending criminal charges and (mis)fortune.View allAbout The Queen of VersaillesGet The Queen of Versailles tickets when they go on sale on New York Theatre Guide to see Kristin Chenoweth back on Broadway and original Glinda in Wicked stars in the new musical The Queen of Versailles about the Florida woman who has it all — including the largest private home in the US she can’t wait to show you Tony Award winner Michael Arden (Parade) directs this new musical by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked) and Lindsey Ferrentino (Kesselring Prize winner) that also stars F under-construction home in Florida where Jackie Siegel (Chenoweth) is queen and what will soon be the world’s largest private home She is the American Dream incarnate — but trouble looms Will she (and her $100 million house) survive the turning tides Experience The Queen of Versailles on Broadway to find out The Queen of Versailles explores the true cost of fame The new musical reunites celebrated Academy Award–winning songwriter Schwartz with Tony and Emmy winner Chenoweth two decades after they changed Broadway forever with Wicked It started off in Boston where it won raves: “Chenoweth soars in a fabulous tour-de-force performance,” Theatrely wrote The Queen of Versailles dazzles in an exciting night of theatre,” and Variety said “Schwartz’s score is the most emotionally affecting of his long career.” and all hail the queen: tickets to The Queen of Versailles in New York will be available here soon CategoriesMusicals, Broadway Get tickets to The Queen of Versailles on Broadway, or sign up to receive our latest news and show alerts Book tickets for The Queen of Versailles on New York Theatre Guide This new musical traces the rise of the hyperwealthy former Mrs She's the embodiment of the American Dream under construction as the largest private home in the US Academy Award winner Stephen Schwartz wrote the music and lyrics Once on This Island) directs this new musical a finalist for the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize wrote the book and Stephen Schwartz (Wicked) wrote the music and lyrics The Boston production was met with rave reviews Variety wrote that star "Kristin Chenoweth shines in a lavish new musical with a social satire bite." This new musical does not have an age recommendation yet but audiences must be ages four and up to enter Broadway theatres Tickets for this event will be on sale at a later date Sign up to our mailing list to receive exclusive offers new show ticket alerts and seasonal promotions SubscribeYou can unsubscribe at any time. Privacy PolicyMore shows you may likeFrom $51The Great Gatsby From $73& Juliet From $47Hell's Kitchen You can unsubscribe at any time. Privacy Policy Stephen Schwartz is headed back to Broadway. The Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama alumnus (BFA 1968; HD 2015) known for his hit musicals “Godspell,” “Pippin” and “Wicked,” has teamed up again with Broadway legend Kristin Chenoweth on a brand-new musical “The Queen of Versailles,” which had its pre-Broadway premiere in Boston last summer Based on Lauren Greenfield’s 2012 documentary of the same name the musical tells the story of Florida billionaires Jackie and David Siegel and their quest to build a $100 million palace just before the 2008 financial crisis Schwartz has remained a supporter and champion of CMU students and alumni He has often returned to the School of Drama to lead master classes in music theater and auditioning he was the featured composer for the school’s annual cabaret which is a culminating performance for juniors taking “The Art of Cabaret” — a class created and developed by longtime and recently retired professor Gary Kline in honor and celebration of Kline’s retirement (The two long-time friends even performed “For Good,” the final song from “Wicked.”) Bakun was a junior that year and performed in the cabaret As a self-described “Wicked Nerd,” it was somewhat of a dream come true for her to get to work with Schwartz “Obviously I’m a huge fan of his music,” she said “You can’t be in American musical theater these days without being a fan of Stephen Schwartz.” She performed “Defying Gravity” for the cabaret and admitted that she had a bit of a mental battle with herself over the choice It is technically complex as a vocal piece on top of the enormous weight of singing such an iconic song for the man who wrote it "It was such a lesson in perseverance and specificity and everything they teach us here at CMU It was just using all those skills at the end of the day." "I’m very grateful Gary pushed me to do it because the domino effect of that choice has been so great," Bakun said with a laugh It’s what led her to the company of “The Queen of Versailles.” She recalls the email that Schwartz sent her in the weeks following the cabaret: “If you don’t have anything to do with your summer we would love to have you audition for ‘The Queen of Versailles,’ but no worries if you already have plans.” Her “Wicked”-loving self was about to join the company of the newest Stephen Schwartz musical and two of her castmates would be two of “Wicked”’s most iconic Glindas a CMU alumna who has played Glinda on tour and on Broadway and is now the face of the role in all of “Wicked”’s commercials seen on billboards in Times Square and marketing around the country Cooper had a very similar experience with Schwartz when she was a student at Carnegie Mellon where he worked with students on their songs Cooper sang “Popular” from “Wicked.” “When I had the opportunity to sing for Stephen it was a life-changing experience,” she recalled I think you might play Glinda one day.’ And that was an absolutely world-shifting moment.” Cooper was playing Glinda on the first national tour of “Wicked.” She returned four years later for the second national tour she made her Broadway debut as Glinda and has become one of the show’s longest running actors to ever play the role Cooper attributes much of her career success to that fateful master class as a student at CMU believing in me and giving young me a shot and I am so grateful." Schwartz continues to give those shots to talented students and alumni about Scott Wasserman in this issue ◀  Back to CFA Magazine | Spring 2025 Want to take advantage of Virtuoso benefits at no extra cost, including a room upgrade, free breakfast, a hotel credit, and more? Contact Ford ([email protected]) for more details and may even be able to help if you already have a stay booked During our royal visit to Versailles, we spent two nights at the 14-key Airelles Chateau de Versailles, Le Grand Controle Staying at this hotel was our main motivation for taking this trip There was only one Airelles property we hadn’t yet visited Airelles Chateau de Versailles is unlike any hotel I’ve stayed at before The biggest selling point of this property is that it gives you special access to the Palace of Versailles even at times when it’s closed to the public (you get a morning and evening visit) this property is astonishingly good in every way and so much effort put into transporting you back in time This isn’t your typical luxury hotel experience — I’d say it’s a hybrid between a luxury hotel when’s the last time your wake up call consisted of someone scratching on your door and serving you an orange-infused almond milk drink The whole thing was every bit as cool as it was awkward (note: this wake up is optional) Airelles Chateau de Versailles isn’t cheap — quite to the contrary it’s really expensive — but you really feel like you’re getting your money’s worth This is very differently than dropping a couple grand a night on a base room at a luxury resort factory Airelles Chateau de Versailles has 14 rooms even finding availability for one of the lower room categories can be challenging given the amount of demand for this property and fortunately the base category (which is a deluxe room) was available to book This is the absolute lowest rate that you’ll ever find at the property All stays here include a variety of perks: The only difference is that you get the Royal Feast dinner included (with non-alcoholic drinks) That ordinarily retails for €300 per person and it’s definitely part of the experience of staying here So it’s a no-brainer to book the Royal Stay package for a one night stay though note that in place of the Royal Feast since you may not want to have the massive Royal Feast twice I should also mention that stays at the property come with a 15% destination fee Usually rates in Europe are all-in (or close to all-in) but that destination fee obviously reflects the incredibly special access you get For those not familiar with Versailles in general it’s a city around 10 miles west of Paris It’s a charming city in and of itself it’s commonly known for the Palace of Versailles though you can expect it’ll take a little over an hour from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) while it’s maybe 30 minutes or so to Paris Airelles Chateau de Versailles is located directly on the grounds of the Palace of Versailles It’s the only hotel with such a location and the only hotel to offer such special access to the grounds I wouldn’t say I’m the world’s biggest history buff but even I more than appreciated just how special it is to stay on the grounds of such a storied place and getting to see the Palace without the crowds For those curious about the property’s history The story is that the Palace of Versailles was looking for a hotel partner and Airelles was chosen (I don’t think they could have picked a better partner) The actual building that the hotel is housed in dates back to 1681 as it was built by Louis XIV’s architect It was once home to the Palace’s Finance Controller hence the “Le Grand Controle” name but Airelles reportedly spent €55 million to make it what it is today That’s not just in terms of the “bones” of the building and converting it into a hotel but also in terms of trying to recreate the past as much as possible Some of the furniture in the building is even original and was sourced from auctions and antique shops We arrived at Airelles Chateau de Versailles in the early afternoon That’s not only the case based on the hotel’s physical appearance but also based on the uniforms the staff are wearing almost exactly what you’d expect for a property like this the effort put into paying tribute to the property’s history is next level I’d say this place is haunted (and maybe it is but if there’s a place where I’m fine with being abducted by ghosts then an Airelles is a pretty good place for that to happen) I was immediately reminded that we were at an Airelles property Airelles is owned by French entrepreneur Stephane Courbit and I swear you can’t walk more than a few feet at an Airelles property without having a plate of macarons staring at you Our check-in process was friendly and efficient as we were taken care of by the lovely Quentin At that point we were escorted up to our room Our room could be accessed either via the adorable elevator all rooms at the Airelles Chateau de Versailles are named we received a one category upgrade to the Baron de Staël-Holstein room especially when you consider it’s just one level up from the entry room category The room featured an entryway with the bathroom to the left The first thing I noticed about the room was the hot air balloon theme Pauline explained the inspiration for that The wallpaper is an ode to the fact that the first hot air balloon ride in history happened in Versailles This is the only room to have such wallpaper which really shows you how much thought is put into this property The room boasted a very comfortable king size bed and there’s a “technology box,” with an iPad and phone hidden from sight The bathroom was then back near the entrance and down the hall There was also a box with virtually any bathroom amenity you could think of Our room had a view of the surrounding area with views of parts of the Palace of Versailles in one direction This isn’t one of those free minibars with just a few crappy items there’s a massive selection of snacks and drinks you’ll see the Château d’Estoublon wine consistently offered and that’s because Airelles’ owner also has a stake in that winery Airelles is incredibly generous when it comes to welcome gifts waiting in our room on arrival were some macarons (which aren’t exactly in short supply at Airelles properties) Airelles properties offer nightly gifts with turndown service that included eyeshades and a jewelry box of sorts plus a towel (or something?) with our dog’s name on it Airelles Chateau de Versailles has a gorgeous wellness area that already sets the tone for what you can expect… For one, the hotel has a spa in partnership with Valmont. I didn’t get any treatments, but you can find all the details here I don’t even know how to describe this place I… I… I’ve never seen a pool like this before This might just be the coolest and most unusual decor I’ve ever seen for a hotel’s pool It’s serving haunted house funeral home realness The wellness area also has a sauna and steam room which can be accessed by guests 24/7 (it’s locked over certain hours and basically consists of three(ish) small rooms that are connected The entire culinary concept at Airelles Chateau de Versailles was designed in partnership with Alain Ducasse Let’s briefly talk about the physical spaces that are used and then we’ll look at the actual food and drinks that are served There’s also a large outdoor terrace area While we lucked out with gorgeous February weather it was still a bit too cold to eat or drink outside but I’m sure this would be a really nice place to pass time in summer The hotel then has the Grand Cabinet and Arrière-Cabinet It’s simultaneously a grand yet intimate space the hotel has a large room one level up from the lobby Service at the property is highly customized so I’m sure you could also enjoy a meal up here All stays at Airelles Chateau de Versailles include breakfast and it’s served daily from 7AM until 10AM and I think that’s a fair description with everything from espresso-based beverages Then a huge selection of items are placed onto the table Then there’s a menu you can order off of All stays at Airelles Chateau de Versailles include afternoon tea which is served daily from 3:30PM until 4:30PM This includes a menu where you can select hot drinks of choice It’s worth emphasizing that a lot of effort is put into trying to come up with dishes inspired from hundreds of years ago so some of the flavors are different than we might be used to Below was our selection the first day… And here’s the selection from the second day… The signature dining experience at Airelles Chateau de Versailles it the Royal Feast This is somewhere between a Michelin starred dining experience and one of those Medieval Times dinner shows I’d go to as a field trip in middle school Each person essentially “role plays” a certain character The menu is even dated as if you’re dining on the same day of the year in 1784 The idea behind the menu is to reinvent royal recipes with a modern twist and I think they did a heck of a job with that I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves with the room dimly light (primarily using candles) and quite the “performance” from the restaurant staff I can’t say enough good things about the staff here That’s true of everything from the front office staff and try to do everything they can to make the stay special What made this stay extra special is that only a total of four rooms were occupied the attention to detail was just breathtakingly good it already has a monogrammed Airelles luggage tag on it on our last morning we went to the gym early which required having one of the staff unlock the gym there was a tray with some little power bars I tend to think that our impressions of hospitality happen at the margins Everyone at the property was just immensely professional a special shout out to Quentin and Pauline The other aspect of service that’s worth mentioning is that staff aren’t just there to provide the service you’d expect at a top luxury hotel but they’re also doing some historic role playing but what other hotel offers a wake up service where they scratch at your door address you as “king,” and seerve you a drink in bed Arguably the single biggest selling point of staying at Airelles Chateau de Versailles is the special access that it gets you to the Palace of Versailles before facilities are open to the public (the hotel drives you to the specific places the tours take place) Typically if you visit the Palace of Versailles you’re going to feel a bit like you’re at an amusement park If you want to arrange a private tour outside of normal hours but at a cost that’s more than what you’d pay for a stay at the hotel (at least that’s what Google searches suggest) But that’s the beauty of this property The tour guides we had for all of our visits were incredibly knowledgable and passionate Having the iconic Hall of Mirrors all to yourself But of course there was a lot more to the Palace than that… Not only was it nice to talk to the guides our fellow guests at the hotel were super interesting as well It’s not your typical Paris Fashion Week and Saint-Tropez in summer crowd (not that there’s anything wrong with that) which was a refreshing change of pace for a luxury hotel In addition to special access to some buildings you can also access the Gardens of Versailles before they open to the public The hotel even has a fleet of golf carts that guests can use how cool to just be able to grab a golf cart and get going Airelles Chateau de Versailles is an unbelievably good hotel and it gives you unparalleled access to one of the world’s most famous you’ll of course appreciate this property But even if you’re not necessarily that big into history staying here will give you a new appreciation for the Palace of Versailles and the era where it had such an important role Of course this hotel is flippin’ expensive in terms of providing an unforgettable and personalized experience and this stay really cemented in my mind what a well-rounded hotel brand Airelles is What’s your take on Airelles Chateau de Versailles Thank you for writing an extensive review on this hotel It has been on my radar for several years now I feel I just really need to check it off my to do list next time I’m in Paris I had no idea this hotel brand is owned by the same owner as Laduree No wonder color schemes of Airelles properties is similar to Laduree boutiques €55 million on renovation and they ended up with those bathroom counters and shower fixtures One suggestions for future reviews: You frequently get upgraded to a higher room category I would like to at least see some photos of the standard (booked) room as that may very well be what I—or any other guest—end up with It is difficult to make a price–value judgement when you see the price of.. It is difficult to make a price–value judgement when you see the price of a standard room but see the experience of an upgraded one I came here to ask about the standard room - how does it compare @Ben you said that the room you got was a very good size especially as it was only one level up from the standard which begged the question of what the standard room is like when Virtuoso is an option I recognize that we can contact Ford for such a booking but a lot of your upgrades are through status.. but a lot of your upgrades are through status rather than a program such as Virtuoso and thus not something that many of your readers can access The upgrade we received here was the standard upgrade that anyone would receive through Virtuoso I really love your passion for travel and all the airline and hotel products you review for us (and likely to satisfy your own interest and curiosity If it wasn’t for the included privileged access to Versailles I’m not persuaded the gordy room or the dinner would have justified the price tag otherwise but maybe the images of the meal didn’t quite do it justice Fascinating glimpse into how the overly well heeled spend their money tho At least now when you say first or business class good is good apart from the pitivier for dinner (an incredibly difficult dish to pull off) and indeniably I do not see anything that can remotely justify 2'200 EUR per night for the sake of the hospitality industry ex-US how much do you think this hotel should cost and what hotel do you think justifies a 2,200 EUR price tag I know several people from the industry and the real issue are the ownership of these hotels which have way too many layers and thus have invested banking on luxury travel This hotel would have easily cost half before the pandemic and the EU inflation has nothing to do with these increases It is a fact that due to the increase of M2 money supply in the US of 40% alone in 2021 many establishments in the hospitality industry like this one are simply banking on these aspirational trips even the most refined and culturally attuned would pay 2'200 EUR per single night for what this hotel charges I am STRONGLY against them as much as I hate the whole "before taxes and fees" prices display of hotels in many countries Then if I choose to go to a Versailles alone with my partner I am willing to even pay 5'000 EUR or more but that is my choice and not something "baked" into the price that just justifies in future to keep a normal room price and just add "fees" @ Matrix.SG -- I totally agree that luxury rates have gone through the roof since the start of the pandemic and just about all luxury goods used to be a lot less expensive But ultimately there's not much value in comparing pre-pandemic rates to post-pandemic rates The question now is how the value of this compares to other post-pandemic values Admittedly my impression is based only on Ben’s reviews of Airelles properties but to me this seems to be the brand that gets luxury right in the sense that it’s a luxurious experience to stay there Most luxury brands seem just to label themselves so in order to justify charging a higher rate without delivering much of a luxury experience besides exclusivity (I am looking at you Bulgari) I don’t need cosplay as part of my hotel experience I’m surprised you didn’t mention or compare the stay at all to the Waldorf Astoria Versailles the other luxury property right on the grounds of Versailles This is especially surprising since you’ve actually written a lot about the momentum of the Waldorf brand and how much Hilton is expanding its luxury hotel collection - not to mention this blog is supposed to be about hotels accessible by points rather than absurdly-priced hotels - and it’s.. This is especially surprising since you’ve actually written a lot about the momentum of the Waldorf brand and how much Hilton is expanding its luxury hotel collection - not to mention this blog is supposed to be about hotels accessible by points rather than absurdly-priced hotels - and it’s the most premium hotel brand for Hilton in the greater Paris area it’s really disappointing that you didn’t stay at Waldorf Versailles for at least one night to compare It’s 100 times less useful to your readers for you to review such a tiny hotel with 2000 euro a night rates not accessible via points than the Waldorf Yes it’s your blog and you can write whatever you want but your readers have the right to give you feedback I’ll offer that I think yours is utterly ridiculous If you want to give feedback and make a suggestion about other hotels might want to review have the decency and respect to do it constructively rather than lashing out at Ben for daring to write an interesting review of an interesting hotel How anyone can muster the energy to have such anger and vitriol about a hotel review is beyond.. How anyone can muster the energy to have such anger and vitriol about a hotel review is beyond me How anyone can muster the energy to have such anger and vitriol about a hotel review is.. are you sure you are replying to the correct person but unfortunately I can’t seem to remove this one you note the King in the history of the hotel as Louis VIX and I think you meant Louis XIV :) I wonder if Alain Ducasse has a brand standard font because the restaurant menu here uses the same font as the Air France La Premiere Lounge CDG That capital A that looks like a backwards D If you had to pick one to splurge on: Aman (not any of the new city locations talking old school out of the way destination) or Airelle It's a hefty price point but compared to some U.S this certainly seems to be at a different level of service I especially like that a number of things are included - it really irks me when expensive hotels feel they can nickel and dime you for every little thing The French are just so good at elevated experiences In the South of France last week and had the pleasure of experiencing those elevated experiences while I think Americans make up a large percentage of the guests I think it just reflects that only three other rooms were occupied That would work for me anyway since my parents are French and it means they'd probably have a private guide for the visits in the absence of other French speaking folks :) but I hate attic rooms with those claustrophobic slanted ceilings The top floor was always the servants quarters back then Between the sharply pitched ceilings and the impossibly busy balloon motif that seems to adorn every single surface in the room I frequently bemoan the lifeless "international beige" styling of new luxury hotels but sometimes "traditional elegance" is just too OTT to be endured @ Beachfan -- I hear you about the slanted ceilings the ceilings in the room were otherwise *really* high so I didn't get the same feeling I'd usually get with such a setup Was there an extra charge for the "French revolution experience" so you could really feel like a royal I like that you went all in with this comment The first time we visited the palace was a cold and there was a tiny number of other tourists primarily motived by checking out a hotel that has long been on our radar there will be reviews of a few pretty awesome luxury hotels In this post I’ll outline all the basics of the trip and then I’ll publish the entire trip report series in the coming days and weeks Ford hadn’t been anywhere in a few months and we had a free weekend around Valentine’s Day with everything going pretty smoothly at home So we figured we might as well take advantage of that opportunity This trip was largely about visiting a hotel that we’ve been wanting to stay at for a long time. Airelles is probably my favorite boutique luxury hotel group in the world right now all the stars aligned — the hotel had entry level room availability (the property is often sold out for anything but the top suites) and I found some good award options in both directions which would allow me to try some airline products that have been on my list this was one of the more straightforward trips I’ve taken in some time I booked this itinerary as three separate tickets While Ford and I flew the outbound together to review some products that have been on my list (Ford flew back to Miami nonstop on American and I even managed to find saver award availability) and award pricing is steeper than with just about any other program I booked the following for the per person cost of 236,000 Flying Blue miles plus $302.10 in taxes & fees (as you can see, this included a stopover in Paris, and my connection to Vienna in Air France’s Airbus A220-300 business class): 2/15 AF99 Miami to Paris departing 7:50PM arriving 10:45AM (+1 day)2/19 AF1738 Paris to Vienna departing 3:30PM arriving 5:25PM Next up, I flew Austrian’s Boeing 787-9 business class from Vienna to Washington Dulles I booked the following for 70,000 Air Canada Aeroplan points plus $115.17 in taxes & fees: 2/20 OS93 Vienna to Washington departing 10:35AM arriving 2:35PM Lastly, I flew United’s Boeing 737 MAX 8 first class from Washington to Miami Somehow I hadn’t yet flown a United jet with the carrier’s new narrow body interiors so I was looking forward to checking that out There was no saver level award availability but I booked the following in first class for $399.86: 2/20 UA1706 Washington to Miami departing 5:30PM arriving 8:26PM There won’t be many lounge reviews with this trip report series, with one exception. I’ll be reviewing the Air France La Premiere first class arrivals lounge in Paris During this trip, I stayed at three different hotels, so let’s go in chronological order. As mentioned above, our primary destination with this trip was Airelles Château de Versailles It’s somewhere between a traditional luxury hotel you get unparalleled access to the grounds of Versailles But you also get woken up by having someone scratch on your door address you as “king,” and then draw your curtains and make you a bath So that’s kind of fun… or something This time around, we decided to check out the Bulgari Paris (or BVLGARI Paris, if you prefer). While not a French “Palace” hotel Lastly, I had one night in Vienna on my own, on the return. I decided to stay at the Park Hyatt Vienna since I hadn’t reviewed that in many years and was wondering how it’s holding up to visit a hotel we’ve been wanting to stay at for a long time and I did my best to incorporate some interesting flight reviews my next series will be about our recent trip to Japan In the absence of consistently executed brand standards "Ford hadn’t been anywhere in a few months"...poor Ford There's no need to stay if the travel posts make you feel somehow inferior A person goes to Versailles for a historical experience The room decor is consistent with that of the early Belle Epoque era While distinct from the Baroque exhibited in the Palace it expresses a later period of French grandeur The Choice hotels would probably have more agreeable decor than the late-term abortion in the photo "I even managed to find saver award availability" Well yeah… but they’re not always available luxury properties in high-demand destinations While Bulgari is managed by Marriott and bookable through Marriott it isn't a Marriott brand in the sense that it's part of Bonvoy I've seen some disappointing reviews of Bulgari properties in London and Dubai Walk With Tim on YouTube's experience led me to conclude that Marriott is capable of managing very nice 4-star and average 5-star hotels the company struggles to manage the highest caliber of.. the company struggles to manage the highest caliber of luxury hotels I stayed at the Tokyo property and was skeptical going into it (I had been to the Milan one and it wasn't for me) Tokyo was one of the best hotel stays I have ever had and their team was spectacular to work with The London property is an expensive hotel but it is not a luxury hotel To all those who are going to question the curtains/bath/etc this is optional and they ask your preference address you as “king,” and then draw your curtains and make you a bath You used to be a respected incarnation of Harvey Specter in real life Then you capitulated to an administration with demonstrably no respect for the principles of jurisprudence Every associate at every respectable law firm in the United States is disgusted with this state of affairs and the lack of backbone I may have had no choice but to capitulate as well But I am saying if I were in that position I would be booking Air France First Class straight away and waking up with a lantern and music the very next morning I had a feeling today was a rough day for you Sidenote: great times smoking weed with some local kids and getting high as f**k on the grounds of Versailles Spring Break in 1995 Picture of UA 737 Max looks like old interior in F Last weekend flew DCA-ORD (321Neo - yes a mostly empty 321N) and then ORD-DFW (320) Both had new interiors with the F seating having a shell around the back Plus there is a curved partition between the seats The spacing is wider on the 321N which allows for a built in wireless charging pad between the armrest and divider Last weekend flew DCA-ORD (321Neo - yes a mostly empty 321N) and then ORD-DFW (320) Both had new interiors with the F seating having a shell around the back The spacing is wider on the 321N which allows for a built in wireless charging pad between the armrest and divider The 320 the armrest is next to the divider The 321N also has a divider between the seat backs Both had new Displays with Bluetooth for headsheet United is installing Starlink wifi throughout its fleet so there won't be a need for live TV through the seatback IFE You will be able to stream whatever you want straight from your device using the free wifi Unless you don't want to hold or prop up a device "Ford hadn’t been anywhere in a few months"...poor Ford Unless you don't want to hold or prop up a device Ind.) - Indiana State Police Trooper Brian Weigel has been named the 2024 Trooper of the Year at the Versailles District He was recognized by ISP Superintendent Anthony Scott at the annual ISP Awards Ceremony  Trooper Weigel is a two and a half year veteran of the ISP Weigel’s supervisor nominated him for the award not just for his activity last year but stated that he was being nominated for his “attitude and work ethic.” It was also noted that he has established good working relationships with law enforcement command staff at the Versailles Post unanimously picked Trp Weigel’s work ethic and dedication to the mission of the Indiana State Police has made him worthy of this award He continues to be an asset to the Indiana State Police and the communities that he serves.” Your Hometown Radio Station playing Tanya Tucker - Love Me Like You Used To Murray Abraham to star in ‘The Queen of Versailles’ on BroadwayThe Tony Award-winning actress and Oscar-winning actor played socialites Jackie and David Siegel in the musical's world premiere in Boston in summer 2024 A red carpet celebration will take place November 9 ahead of the press opening the next day Chenoweth is best known for her Tony Award-nominated performance as Glinda in Wicked and Tony-winning performance as Sally in You're a Good Man Her TV credits include playing Annabeth Schott in The West Wing and an Emmy-winning performance as Olive Snook on Pushing Daisies Abraham is an Oscar winner for starring in the film Amadeus and an Emmy nominee for his performances in the TV shows Homeland and The White Lotus He last appeared on Broadway in 2014's It's Only a Play and TV personality Jacqueline “Jackie” Siegel opposite Abraham as her husband The Queen of Versailles musical is based on Lauren Greenfield’s award-winning 2012 documentary of the same name about the couple called Versailles and built as a replica of the same-named French palace to be the largest single-family home in America their lavish lifestyle hangs in danger as the Great Recession of 2008 hits The musical reunites Chenoweth with Wicked composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz He wrote the score for The Queen of Versailles and he collaborates with book writer Lindsey Ferrentino and director Michael Arden the production will feature scenic and video design by Dane Laffrey Complete Broadway casting for The Queen of Versailles has yet to be announced the Boston cast included Melody Butiu (Here Lies Love) as Sofia Flores Nina White (Kimberly Akimbo) as Victoria Siegel and Isabel Keating (The Boy from Oz) as Debbie Check back for information on The Queen of Versailles tickets on New York Theatre Guide Photo credit: Kristin Chenoweth for The Queen of Versailles