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Program Notes

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s The Little Prince is one of the most beloved literary works of the twentieth century , cherished by both children and adults. It tells a timeless story: an unforgettable protagonist, a journey of discovery , memorable moments, and a deep desire to understand the world and one’s place within it. The Little Prince teaches us enduring truths, among them that “anything essential is invisible to the eyes, ” and that love carries with it responsibility , care, and devotion. In this suite, I have sought to translate these ideas into ballet music, capturing the emotional essence of the story through sound, gesture, and movement.

Act I

Overture - The Airplane Crash (0:00)

A turbulent orchestral opening portrays the sudden crash of the Pilot’s plane in the Sahara Desert. As the silence falls, the story begins.

The Little Prince (1:03)

The Little Prince appears in the early morning mist. He asks the Pilot to draw him a sheep and then begins to tell the story of his journey from his distant planet.

The Flower (2:25)

The Little Prince rst speaks of his Rose; beautiful but very demanding. After a while, he gets tired of the Rose and leaves in search of his quest.

Journey To The Planets The King (3:25)

A fanfare announces the King, who proudly sits on his throne while praying. When he awakens, he sees the Little Prince and begins to kindly give commands.

The Vain Man (5:39)

The Prince next encounters the Vain Man, who lives only for admiration. He demands applause and praise, consumed solely by his own re ection.

The Businessman (7:05)

Obsessed with money , the Businessman spends his days joylessly counting the stars, convinced that possessing them gives his life meaning.

The Lamplighter (8:07)

The Lamplighter tirelessly lights and extinguishes his lamp. His devotion earns the Little Prince’s quiet respect.

The Geographer (9:37)

The Geographer maps the world but never explores it. He urges the Little Prince to discover it for himself.

Act II

Waltz of the Roses (10:37)

Now on Earth, the Little Prince is greeted by a garden of roses dancing gracefully to a waltz. Surrounded by their beauty , he is struck with awe, having never seen so many roses in one place.

The Rose (12:50)

He suddenly remembers his own special Rose. In a tender moment, he realizes how deeply he cares for her and how truly unique she is. She appears before him, dancing with elegance and warmth, revealing the depth of their love and devotion.

The Fox (13:46)

The Fox enters playfully . Moving with charm and allure, she draws him into a lively habanera. Through her dance, she teaches the Little Prince the meaning of “taming” her: that love grows through time, patience, and care.

The Little Prince’s Departure (15:45)

In the nal pas de trois, the Little Prince re ects on all he has learned. He understands at last that love is de ned by commitment, not possession. Bidding farewell to the Fox and the Pilot, the Little Prince returns to his small planet with his one true Rose.