LUCY COATMAN

Podcast with Scottish Ballet and Rex Factor

"Discover the true story behind Mayerling with a special episode of history podcast, Rex Factor. Join Rex Factor's Graham Duke and Ali...

World premiere: The Scandal at Mayerling

Photo: Mihaela Bodlovic/Scottish Ballet I have been absolutely thrilled to be involved with the world premiere of The Scandal at...

Mater Dolorosa: Elisabeth in the Aftermath of Mayerling

“If I could have Rudolf back, it would be as a daughter, not as Crown Prince.” I was asked to write a short post on the impact the...

Mayerling article in History Today magazine

Very happy that my article on the Mayerling incident has been published in the current issue of History Today - the world’s leading...

Guest research post: Crown Princess Stéphanie & Mayerling

‘Dear Stéphanie, You are freed from the torment of my presence. Be happy in your own way. Be good to our poor daughter, who is all that...

Mary Vetsera: A mortal comes up like a flower and is cut down

This short biographical piece that I wrote about Baroness Mary Vetsera for Women's History Network has been published and can be read...