FREE AND FUN: THE HOT AIR Built by the Barcelona-based BALLOON manufacturer UltraMagic, the hot air CHAPLIN balloon has been under construction Creating the kind of marvellous, since early October and will be fun, fairground atmosphere Chaplin tested before being delivered to cherished, Chaplin’s World has in early November. purchased a hot air balloon. Visitors The balloon’s official unveiling, REACHES attended by its sponsor, Eugene to the museum will be able to enjoy a ten-minute static flight, high Chaplin, will take place in the park above the , with a of Chaplin’s World on the evening of breathtaking panoramic view of the DECEMBER 5TH, 2017. NEW Alps and Lake . Sponsored by Cornèrcard, the Chaplin’s World hot air balloon will be on site at the museum for HEIGHTS special occasions such as Easter and Christmas. This coming winter, it will be the star attraction of the - February 2nd 2018. Night Glow sound and light show, held during the 40th International Hot Air Balloon Festival A STATUE OF “ A portrait always tells of Château-d’Oex (Switzerland), which will be dedicated to the AT 13,642 FEET a story, with a specific memory of . outlook. ” British sculptor John Doubleday, Doubleday said. A symbol of freedom and aspiration, who created the bronze statues “ To me, the kid is the the hot air balloon will travel of Charlie Chaplin in , to various balloon festivals in quintessential lone, Switzerland, and in London’s Switzerland, such as the week-long Chaplin's World™ Leicester Square, has again paid fragile figure, but one events in Toggenburg and Emmental. tribute to him with an ice statue with a strong will to on top of the Jungfraujoch, one of live. I think that’s why Europe’s highest summits at 13,642 it still resonates with feet. The work depicts a scene from people after all these The Kid, in which the Tramp and the years. ” Kid sit side by side.

Doubleday’s sculpture will be unveiled late morning on DECEMBER 7TH, 2017, atop the Jungfraujoch. The ceremony will be attended by members of the , and the management teams from Jungfrau-Top of Europe and Chaplin’s World.

6 Chaplin’s World™ 7 CHAPLIN’S WORLD 18 MONTHS ON - LIGHTS, ACTION, SENSATION - According to Jean Cocteau, On the occasion of the 40th who met Chaplin in 1936, anniversary of Chaplin’s death, People of all ages still enjoy Charlie “ We feel we’re doing our job when “ cinema is modern- old travel suitcases from the 1950s Chaplin’s work, in cinemas or we see that our best-selling item day writing, using light will be placed in the Manoir de online. Therefore, it should come in the shop is the autobiography as ink ”. This holiday season, Ban and at the entrance area of as no surprise that Chaplin’s World he wrote at the Manoir de Ban. Chaplin’s World will be lit up in a Chaplin’s World. Anyone wishing to attracts visitors both young and Our visitors are hungry to learn lively, heartfelt tribute to Charlie bring a dedication, a drawing or a old, from more than 75 different more about this fascinating man. Chaplin. To celebrate both the personal letter to Charlie Chaplin countries. We are happy to announce The museum, which attracts many Christmas spirit and the life of can do so from 23rd November to Chaplin, a trail of lights will be that the site has welcomed an seniors, was also designed with 7th January 2018 and place his or installed around the Manoir de Ban average of 300,000 visitors annually families and young people in mind, her contribution directly in the to surprise and delight visitors from since our opening on April 16th, as they make up nearly 30% of our November 23rd, 2017, to January 7th, suitcases. Charlie Chaplin’s work 2016. “Most visitors to Chaplin’s visitors.“ Chaplin’s World has been 2018, between 5pm and 6pm. is as relevant as ever and both his World have a basic knowledge of particularly popular with the general family and Chaplin’s World would Chaplin’s World is usually closed on Chaplin’s work, which they discover, public this year, winning both the December 25th. This year, however, like to give visitors the opportunity or rediscover, in more detail. His TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice Award the Museum will open its doors to commemorate the most famous private life, however, comes as a and Certificate of Excellence, just a from 2pm to 6pm to commemorate filmmaker of the last century - in revelation.“ Jean-Pierre Pigeon, few months apart. th a humorous, respectful, creative, the 40 anniversary of Charlie managing director, Chaplin’s World, personal way, or in whatever way Chaplin’s passing, at a special flat said. rate of CHF 10.- they like.

8 9 5.2 PUBLIC EVENTS December 23rd, 2017, to January 7th, - 2018 / REACH FOR THE SKY WITH RECAP November 23rd, 2017, to January 7th, CHAPLIN 2018 / THE « TRAIL OF LIGHTS » Creating the kind of marvellous, fun, fairground atmosphere Chaplin OF CHRISTMAS EVENTS This year, in the spirit of Christmas, a cherished, Chaplin’s World has trail of lights will be installed as a living purchased a hot air balloon. Visitors tribute to Charlie Chaplin, who passed to the museum will be able to enjoy a on Christmas day, 40 years ago. Visitors ten-minute static flight, high above - will be delighted to discover Chaplin’s the Manoir de Ban, with a breathtaking beloved home in a different light. panoramic view of the Alps and Lake Available from November 23rd, 2017, to nd Geneva. 5.1 MEDIA EVENTS February 2 , 2018, at 6.58pm / January 7th, 2018, the trail of lights is - INTERNATIONAL HOT AIR BALLOON mainly located around the Manoir de Ban Access to the hot air balloon upon th October 25 , 2017 / MANOIR DE BAN FESTIVAL OF CHÂTEAU-D’OEX and is easily accessible to all. Access presentation of a valid Chaplin’s World ticket Press briefing, with , and Night Glow sound and light show, to the trail is included in the price of a and a CHF 15.- hot air balloon ticket. Jean-Pierre Pigeon, managing director, featuring music from Chaplin’s films on Chaplin’s World entry ticket. Duration: 10 minutes. Chaplin’s World. Presentation of the the occasion of the 40th edition of the Tickets available online: Capacity: 2 adults and 2 children, or 4 adults. planned commemorations, overview of International Hot Air Balloon Festival chaplinsworld.com Flat rate per person: CHF 15.- Subject our work at Chaplin’s World. of Château-d’Oex. Flights aboard the to favourable weather conditions. It is Interviews with Eugene Chaplin. Chaplin’s World balloon available on Special offer from December 23rd, 2017, recommended you wear warm clothes and Registration required, limited capacity, request during the festival, to be held to January 7th, 2018 sturdy shoes. detailed program on request. January 27th-February 4th, 2018. From 5pm to 6pm, visit Chaplin’s World Reservations, information and enjoy the trail of lights with an CHF Flight times: 11:30am-2pm; 3pm-6pm December 5th, 2017 / MANOIR DE BAN and programs for all these activities 10.- Illumination ticket flat rate (adults Last flight at 5:45pm. Tickets must be Press briefing and unveiling of the are available on request from: and children) purchased directly prior to flights at the base Chaplin’s World hot air balloon, with [email protected]. of the hot air balloon. No reservations. December 25th, 2017, special members of the Chaplin family in commemorative opening from 2pm attendance. Tour of the trail of lights December 25th, 2017 to 6pm and tribute to Chaplin. Chaplin’s World will open from 2pm Registration required, limited capacity, Chaplin’s World will be closed on to 6pm. Special Christmas entry price: st detailed program on request. January 1 , 2018 CHF 10.-

December 6th, 2017 / MANOIR DE BAN February 2nd, 2018, at 6.58pm / 40TH Guided tour of Chaplin’s World, EDITION OF INTERNATIONAL HOT AIR with Eugene Chaplin. BALLOON FESTIVAL OF CHÂTEAU-D’OEX Registration required, limited capacity. The Chaplin’s World hot-air balloon will be part of the Night Glow light December 7th, 2017, at 2pm / and sound show, featuring music from JUNGFRAUJOCH SUMMIT Chaplin’s films, as part of the 40th Unveiling of the ice sculpture atop one edition of the International Hot Air of Europe’s highest mountains, with Balloon Festival of Château-d’Oex. Chaplin’s family and the sculptor John Doubleday. Registration required, limited capacity, detailed program on request.

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8.2 PARTENAIRES STRATÉGIQUES ACTION! - SUPPORT FROM OUR PARTNERS JAEGER-LECOULTRE, CHAPLIN’S WORLD PARTNER - - For many years now, Jaeger-LeCoultre has been honouring the skills and expertise involved in the world of film-making as well as paying tribute to great directors. Whether in the workshops of the Manufacture or in the intricate process of film production, artisans and artists are fired by the same passion and the same creative élan: to ensure every second bears the imprint of eternity. Concern for details, technical advancement, tireless creativity and the quest for excellence are just some of the values shared by these two worlds. Jaeger-LeCoultre is delighted to be paying homage to an incredible artist both in front and behind the camera, by becoming a partner of Chaplin’s World. The Manufacture, located since 1833 in the Vallée de Joux, Switzerland, has an ongoing history with the artist and his family. When he settled in Canton , the cantonal authorities presented him with a Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox watch, while an association of Swiss journalists gifted him an Atmos clock. These two 8.1 PRINCIPAL PARTNER items testifying to Charlie Chaplin’s heritage will be on display in the - Manoir de Ban.

CHAPLIN’S WORLD, A TRIBUTE TO A LEGENDARY ICON - “When I don’t take pictures, I think about them and when I don’t think about them, I dream of them.” “Reality is not what counts in a movie, but what the imagination makes of it.”

One hundred years after his first appearance on a set, brilliant filmmaker, actor and author Charlie Chaplin offers a glimpse of his life and his work at the very location CHAPLIN’S WORLD WILL BE MUCH that not only became his home, but also his homeland. With his great personality MORE THAN A MUSEUM and boundless humanism, he brought joy and happiness to the world, moving people of all ages and cultures, worldwide. The museum site offers a unique opportunity to - meet Charlie Chaplin and share his precious memories. Cornèrcard is proud to be a A great project will soon become reality at the Manoir de Ban in Corsier- part of this extraordinary project and will make every effort to share the message sur-Vevey, the last residence of the famed artist and filmmaker, Charlie of hope for humanity that resonates in our hearts and across the entire country, Chaplin― an acknowledgement of the work of this great man, but also an for generations to come. Cornèrcard, the payment card issuer, shares the same attraction for the region in which Nestlé Suisse has always believed. It is values and same philosophy. Our humble contribution will serve to highlight the for this very reason that we have supported the project’s designers from the very onset of their endeavour. By sponsoring this ambitious project, importance of emotions and creativity in our daily lives, in keeping with Chaplinian Nestlé Suisse is offering support to a flagship that will impart a new thought. “We think too much and feel too little.” dimension to the region. There is no doubt that this new attraction will draw Vevey closer to Hollywood!

10.1 THE MUSEUM SPACE 10.4 RATES - - The tour of the venue extends over 1850 m² Adult (age 16 and above): CHF 25.- and 5 hectares, divided into three key Child (ages 6 to 15): CHF 18.- areas: Student, senior: CHF 23.- - Manoir: 500 m² Free for children under 6 - Studio: 1350 m² Family: CHF 72.- - Park: 4 hectares Adult with disability – reduced mobility: CHF 23.- Child with disability – reduced mobility: CHF 16.- 10.2 EVENTS - Group rates (15pax) Chaplin’s World is prepared to welcome Adult (age 16 and above): CHF 16.- Child (ages 6 to 15): CHF 12.- individuals and companies for private receptions, celebrations, thematic French, English, German: Package deal evenings, team building, seminars, etc. (max. 20 people / guide) CHF 120.- Premises within the site or the entire venue may be rented for the occasion: 10.5 ACCESSIBILITY - - 250 m² VIP space in the Manoir attic By car: direct access from the Vevey exit for private events during the day and off Autoroute A9 (about 4 min). evening Distance from Geneva and Berne: 60 min - 4-hectare park for large receptions Distance from : 15 min Distance from : 10 min - 150-seat movie theatre in the Studio GPS coordinates: 46.47544° - 6.851432° - The “Hollywood” and “Circus” spaces in By plane: from Geneva airport, take the the Studio train to Vevey station (1 hour). - The café-restaurant with mezzanine From the station: Bus 212, Chaplin stop (11 minutes). For more information on train timetables and public transportation, go to: www.cff.ch and www.vmcv.ch

10.6 MEDIA CONTACTS - CHAPLIN’S WORLD

Annick Barbezat-Perrin Communication Director Route de Fenil 2 1804 Corsier-sur-Vevey (VD) [email protected] 10.3 LOCATION AND OPENING HOURS - Chaplin’s World Route de Fenil 2 1804 Corsier-sur-Vevey USEFUL Suisse New opening hours (from January 8th): January - March: 10am to 5pm April- September: 9am to 6pm INFORMATION October - December: 10am to 5pm Join us on: Daily from 10am to 6pm, the ticket FACEBOOK TWITTER INSTAGRAM office closes at 5pm - 22 23