The Little Prince
A Symphonic Poem for Narrator & Orchestra
About the project
The Little Prince – Three formats, one experience
Discover the work in three tailor-made formats:
The opulent scenic performance, the rousing short version designed for a one-hour timeframe, and the essential suite without a narrator, capturing the musical essence of the work in just 20 minutes.
This flexibility allows organizers to select the concert project suitable for their audience and their venue.
Expanding the audience beyond traditional concert-goers
With its unique conception, the project The Little Prince opens doors to new audiences:
Incorporating a narrator makes it an experience for theater lovers, adding ballet appeals to opera visitors, and the literary basis addresses schools, thus reaching far more than just classical concert-goers.
A cross-generational concert experience
The work connects young and old with its family-friendly content, from families to seasoned concert-goers.
It is a tribute to the timeless themes of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and invites adults and teenagers to experience the story through the universal language of music.
Flexibility in performance – minimalism to full orchestra
The adaptability of the project is evident in its casting: From an intimate chamber music ensemble of only 11 musicians up to a full orchestra arrangement.
This allows organizers, regardless of the size of their venue, to realize the concert project and deliver a moving sound quality to the audience.
from 11 musicians + narrator Scene ad lib.
Orchestral setup:
1/1/1/1 – 1/0/0/0, Piano, Strings
Scenic variant
On stage, the narrator in the role of the pilot takes place and becomes the narrative heart of our performance.
The narration is complemented by the ballet, which actively portrays the central characters – Prince, Rose, Fox, Snake – while other figures like the King, the Vain Man, the Drunkard, the Businessman, the Lamplighter and the Geographer enrich the scene without stealing the focus.
The musicians themselves become a lively element of the stage set and thus fully merge with the story they bring to life musically.
The Work
Prologue
Our musical tribute begins with a Prologue, dedicated to Leon Werth, the friend of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.
In a brief, yet impactful time, the music captures the deep affection and childlike innocence that are the core of the entire work.
1' 10"
for Leon Werth
I. The Prince
The first act takes us through the eyes of the Prince and opens up a world of messages about friendship and humanity.
Stefan Plank's composition lets the listener experience the curiosity and wonder of the Prince in a sound world full of colors and nuances.
31' 10"
Giant Serpent Desert The Prince Baobabs Intermezzo Sunset Do Sheep Eat Flowers?
II. The Rose
In this section, the delicate and complex relationship between the Prince and the Rose unfolds.
Musically implemented, the Rose blossoms with lyrical melodies and embodies love and beauty as well as the thorns of life.
13' 00"
Arrival The Rose Doubts, Departure
III. The Journey
The Prince's journey is musically told through the encounters with strong personalities.
Each character carries their own melody, forming together a mosaic of life – sometimes cheerful, sometimes contemplative.
27' 20"
The King The Vain The Drunkard The Businessman The Lamplighter The Geographer
IV. The Earth
On Earth, the Prince experiences adventures that the music portrays in epic breadth.
From the profound dialogue with the Fox to the consoling message of the Well, each scene becomes alive in a rich palette of musical expressions.
60' 00"
The Earth The Snake Desert Flower Tall Mountain Rose Garden The Fox The Switchman The Water Seller Desert Trek The Well Intermezzo Bite Epilogue
The Experience
Feel strong emotions through the synergy of moving music and touching narration – a symphonic poem that captures the soul of the little Prince and goes to the heart.
Immerse yourself in a sensory staging that touches the senses. Light, sound, and performance unite into an immersive experience that transports you directly into the world of the little Prince.
Tension from the first minute to the last. Indescribable!
The combination of Stefan Plank's music with the words of Saint-Exupéry's classic catapults the emotions of the audience to new heights.
The music is so beautiful because it employs such a variety of elements.
A wonderful combination that stands out with its own unique character from many other works.
Booking
The Little Prince adapts to you. Whether a scenic overall experience, a compact hour full of emotions, or a short musical journey – we offer formats that adapt to any space and any audience.
Our production values intimacy as much as grandeur. From a chamber music ensemble setup to a full orchestra – we are happy to advise you on the possibilities to bring the work to life in your venue.
Your contact person:
Stefan Plank
Contact
Do you have questions or would you like to bring The Little Prince to your venue? We look forward to hearing from you.