Behind the scenes of the Nobel prize dinner ceremony Nearly 1,400 guests will attend the Nobel prize ceremony, one of the world's most prestigious gala receptions, in honour of the winners of the eponymous nobel prize that has been awarded to men, women and organizations participating to the development of humanity since 1901. Preparations for the reception, which is planned to be exceptional, are taking place in the living rooms and kitchens of Stockholm City Hall. IMAGES AND SOUNDBITES