
November 8th 1806, it is just a few months ago that Hortense de Beauharnais, the new Queen of Holland, set foot on Dutch soil. De gentle and kind Hortense is determined to get to know the people of her new homeland and organises a grand court ball. Emperor Napoleon’s charming stepdaughter knows how to entertain her guests. She is a virtuoso dancer, a gifted artist and talented composer with an excellent voice. Her ball promises to be the acme of art and fashion. The Dutch elite are looking forward to meet their new queen.