by Enrica Roddolo
Prince Charles took the stage with Camilla at his side to thank his mother and head of state on behalf of all for 70 years of reign. Also at the concert at Buckingham Palace, William’s words for a sustainable future and greetings from Michelle Obama and Lloyd Webber, music by Rod Stewart and Sam Ryder, Brian May
From our correspondent
LONDON – Your Majesty, Mommy. Prince Charles concludes the grand and spectacular concert at the Palace, which gathered over 22,000 people in London, in honor of Queen Elizabeth and the historic milestone of a 70-year reign that has gone down in history. And you will continue to make history, said the heir to the throne. Add: All this overwhelming affection, our way of saying thank you this anniversary weekend. And I want to express my sincere gratitude to you too, Your Majesty, our Head of State, and also to Mother: we have sorely missed your strength and consistency tonight.
With Camilla at his side on stage, Carlo then continued: My father would have appreciated the show that night too and would have come with us to wish him the best from the bottom of my heart. Then Elizabeth’s heir conjured up the Queen’s 70-year life, reading the Red Boxes, the letters of official documents, commemorating the tireless Sovereign. And citing the Commonwealth. You promised a lifetime of service and you continue to keep that promise. That’s why we’re all here, to thank you.
So finally: But I know what makes my mother get up in the morning: it’s all of you. And when we call our support, our Urrah, Windsor Castle is way down just 20 miles from here and she can hear us.
Carlo’s words before the national anthem triggered a choral ovation with three long cheers. During the London night, special effects first drew the Queen’s beloved corgi, then her signature and finally her profile.
Thus ended with the voice of Diana Ross the concert, which was a musical tribute to the dedication and service spirit of Elizabeth II for 70 years.
Before Charles, Prince William took the stage: I’m so proud of what my grandparents did to save the planet. My grandmother is now almost a century alive and in that time our planet has become more fragile. And today, as the Queen celebrates her platinum anniversary, we must face a challenge, that of climate change… but like her, I’m an optimist. And environmental issues are now high on the agenda, the prince said.
The Queen is not there but a show of light and special effects transform Buckingham Palace into a garden and the recorded voice of Elizabeth II highlights the message delivered to Cop26 in November, recalling the example of my beloved husband Filippo’s attention to the Environment , sample collected by my son and nephew.
After Andrea Bocelli conquered London and the Windsors and received a long round of applause on stage at the Buckingham Palace concert opened by the Royal Marines with Adam Lambert, the anniversary concert draws to a close. On a clear and serene night that wraps the royal palace in a magical atmosphere.
But just before the music began, the Queen had once again surprised by interpreting – ironically – accompanied by London icon bear Paddington for the film broadcast by the BBC to open the concert.
Her Majesty was seen welcoming Paddington to the palace for tea and opening her iconic black handbag to show she too has a jam sandwich just in case. Then the court servant announces that the concert must begin. And the show begins.
It is not the first time that the Queen has slipped into the role of an actress: at the 2012 Olympic Games in London, she accompanied Daniel Craig, James Bond, through the corridors of the palace and slipped into the footsteps of a Bond girl. And Daniel Craig appeared on screen tonight along with Paul McCartney and Michelle Obama to thank her. “Thank you Ma’m for your incredible example,” Michelle said, recalling the moments she and President Obama shared as guests of Elizabeth and Philip.
Seated in the royal box in front of the grand circular stage at Buckingham Palace, which embraces the memorial to Queen Victoria, are Kate in white with Charlotte in a red dress and Prince George. Camilla alongside Prince William, Charles and Anna. Princess Anne, her husband Sir Timothy Laurence and Wessex with their children. The Windsors in full force, with Union Jack flags, like everyone in the crowd, for the big Platinum Jubilee Party.
With the absent birthday boy watching from Windsor. From Windsor, where she was photographed today while maintaining ties with members of the Commonwealth countries via Zoom.
Then the concert continued a tribute to the music of the 60’s and 70’s with the Saturday night fever that got the crowd dancing. And a choreography of old televisions, a tribute to the medium that has perhaps revolutionized the monarchy the most in these 70 years of history.
To the surprise of Lloyd Webber, the master of musicals, who hailed the sovereign and realized her life is an unprecedented show, but… tonight, Maest, allow me to present five small examples from famous musicals, from The Lion King as well as from The Phantom of the ‘Opera.
Sam Ryder then took the stage and got the crowded Mall singing with the song that successfully led to Eurovision 2022.
A party that gathered along the Mall – as it did two days ago for the Trooping the Color – a huge crowd gathered as early as dawn while the rehearsals and heights of Andrea Bocelli echoed in the air. Looking at the stars of yesteryear, like Brian May and Rod Stewart, Duran Duran and Diana Ross, and the new talents like Ryder Expression or Alicia Keys.
With the moment of Carlo and William taking the floor on stage. The son and grandson’s homage to a mother and grandmother, but above all to a queen who is the heart and history, the past and hopes for a country of a country. Stability focus in a complex period after being able to drive for 70 years and showing the route. And once again not only Charles, but also William, the second in line, who goes on stage and talks about the Queen. Another ticket, a Windsor pair like we saw at the opening of Parliament a month ago.
But not to confuse the two roles, William focused on the enduring message, while it was Carlo who offered the country’s gratitude for a kingdom in the story. And Camilla’s presence on stage with Carlo was perhaps also a personal thank you to her mother for supporting the Duchess of Cornwall as the Queen’s future consort.
Although, in Charles’ words, that night there was mostly affection and gratitude for the role of leading the Queen for generations of Britons. And the younger ones – like Princes Geoge and Charlotte – listened to the concert and the words.
Tonight, Buckingham Palace has become one big outdoor show, with images of 70 years as Queen projected onto its facade. And the most famous words from the speeches of Elizabeth II sounded. In the background just a big thank you ma’am, thank you.
June 4, 2022 (change June 4, 2022 | 11:45 p.m.)
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