The Travels of Babar – May 15, Maison Symphonique LiveEvents May 8, 2016 2889 Orchestre symphonique de Montréal presents The Travels of Babar & other Ports of Call Designed for ages 5 to 12 Babar, King of the Elephants, the much-beloved fictional character that has been cherished since 1931, invites you to accompany him on his honeymoon travels with his new bride, Queen Celeste. Discover the whimsical flights of fancy on his voyage, set to music by Raphael Mostel and expressed visually with original illustrations by Jean de Brunhoff. Babar will charm his way into your heart as you re-discover the child within you. Dina Gilbert, OSM assistant conductor Sophie Cadieux, actress Pierre Brassard, actor Raphael Mostel, composer/artistic director – Babar’s Honeymoon Jean de Brunhoff, author/illustrator World premiere of the orchestral version of Raphael Mostel’s music based on Jean de Brunhoff’s classic book, plus additional works by Bizet, Stravinsky and Satie. Accompanied by projections on a giant screen. Tickets for child up to 12 years are available at Place des Arts box office or at the following phone number 514-842-2112. For more information and tickets: www.placedesarts.com 514-842-2112 or 1-866-842-2112