The Science of Science Fiction – May 16, Maison Symphonique LiveEvents May 11, 2018 2161 Orchestre symphonique de Montréal presents The Science of Science Fiction André Robitaille hosts an evening that celebrates the soundtracks of movie classics. Let the performances of these wonderfully evocative musical selections draw you back into the key scenes of your favourite movies, such as Back to the Future, 2001: A Space Odyssey, Star Trek and Star Wars. Artists Orchestre symphonique de Montréal Nathan Brock, conductor André Robitaille, host René Doyon, collaborator for scientific content Program Concert presented without intermission. Jerry Goldsmith, Star Trek: First Contact J.Strauss II, The Blue Danube, op. 314 (in 2001: A Space Odyssey) John Williams, E.T. Adventures on Earth Ligeti, Atmosphères (in 2001: A Space Odyssey) Alan Silvestri, Back to the Future, Suite for Orchestra John Williams, Star Wars, Suite for orchestra (excerpts) – Main Title – Princess Leia’s Theme – The Imperial March (Darth Vader’s Theme) Dvořák, Serenade for Strings in E major, op. 22: “Larghetto” (in Arrival) For information and tickets: www.placedesarts.com 514-842-2112 or 1-866-842-2112