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Lovely Regency ball
6th June 2026 • Prince-bishop's residence • Eichstätt

In a truly intoxicating night of dancing, where we float to the sound of music through the enchanting Hall of Mirrors of the Eichstätt Residence, we want to give in to the temptations of the game and the pleasures that this festive setting offers us. The festive atmosphere fills the air as we lose ourselves in the dances of the Empire, all of which will take us back to times gone by.

Let us celebrate together the grandeur of Augusta Amalia, the Italian Queen and Duchess of Eichstätt! In this festive moment we remember her and her husband, Eugene of Beauharnais, the first Duke of Leuchtenberg in Eichstätt. They brought the splendor of the Empire and the courts of France, Italy and Bavaria to Eichstätt.

As always, dancing and charming encounters are the focus of this social event. The ball's contredances are the most pleasant way to get to know everyone present without saying a word. The evening promises to be a truly magnificent spectacle, characterized by original historical dances from the years 1770 to 1820.

P R O G R A M

The repertoire I have developed offers a wealth of dances that flourished between 1770 and 1820. Like a dance floor, the ball is supported by a „Caller”, me personally, your „Maîtré de Danse”, who leads you, the guests, through the amusing choreographies. The special feature of the evening, however, is underlined by a dance from 1695, „Mr. Beveridges Maggot”. This timeless dance is a must at any Jane Austen ball. In the key scenes of „Pride & Prejudice” and „Emma”, it was used to embellish the declarations of love at the balls in the films.

The guests of this exquisite event are invited to dress in magnificent costumes in the style of the early 19th century. May this ball in Eichstätt become an unforgettable journey through time through the elegance and magic of the Regency era.

It is up to you, my guests, to make the ball in Eichstätt a perfect experience. Please follow my costume suggestions so that we can truly immerse ourselves in the time around 1800.

D A N C I N G M A S T E R

Peter Hoffmann

M U S I C

D A N C E S

Double & Tripple Minors

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German is primarily spoken during the workshops.
At the ball, all calls will again be in German and English,
but I will continue to use the historical English names for the dance figures.
I will base my teaching on the figure catalogs of the era.
A list/catalog of the figures will be sent out before the event and posted on the website.

Thank you for your understanding.
I wish you a smooth participation and lots of fun.

P A L A T E D E L I G H T S

The list is not yet final.

Of course, the guests will be treated to delicate culinary delights,
this time at a flying buffet in the royal Italian style.

With a click of the mouse you will be redirected to the menu.

G A M B L I N G H E L L S & C L U B S

Gambling from c 1800

In the Regency period gambling was
a popular amusement with hudge consequences.
All the hierarchy of the social structure
was under threat by some soldiers of fortune
even winning seats in the Houses of Parliament.
Therefore gambling was an important part of the social life.

T H E W H E E L O F F O R T U N E

The objective of the evening is not
to win or loose a palace or fortune.
it is just to get two tickets for the next year's ball.
The winner is the owner of the largest amount
of chocolate coins at the end of the day.
Good luck!!

L A N S Q U E N E T
Card game from c 1800

P H A R O
Card game from c 1800

H A Z A R D
Card dice from c 1800

R O U G E & N O I R
Card game from c 1800

R O U L E T T E
Gamble game from c 1800

B E G I N

6.6.2026
at 6:00 pm

E N D

6.6.2026
c 0:00 pm

V E N U E

Prince-Bishop's Residence Residenzplatz 1 85072 Eichstätt

How to find the Prince-Bishop's Residence
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Everything you need to know

A T T F I N I S H A N C E

Advance ticket sales are expected to start on September 1, 2025, at 12:00 PM CET.
The ball and the events will take place if the minimum number of 60 registrations for the ball is reached by December 31, 2025.

D R E S S C O D E

Costume required

Guests of the events and the evening will be expected
in costumes of the 1800's.

D E B A L

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Jane Austen Ball

Short description (women):
Basically, only the undergarment/chemise is worn for dancing.
Most dresses have been low-cut at balls since 1795.
An absolute must are white, usually long gloves.
Light shoes are worn,
which correspond to today's women's ballerinas or ballet slippers.
Caps and hats are left indoors.

Jane Austen Ball

Short description (men):
Up until 1830, trousers with over-the-knee socks were still worn at balls.
White gloves were an absolute must.
Light shoes were worn,
which correspond to today's women's ballerinas.
Hats were taken off indoors
and carried or placed under the arm.

Please no uniform or riding boots in the ballroom!

These are expressly prohibited by the ball regulations,
your ladies' feet will thank you.
In addition, the ballroom administration only permits light footwear to preserve the historic wooden floor!
You are welcome to participate in the festivities in the foyer dressed in this way.