Chan Centre

Carnival of the Animals Reimagined

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Sun May 04 2025 3pm
Chan Shun Concert Hall
All Inspired at the Chan concerts are 1 hour with no intermission

Part of our family-friendly series.

Squawk, stamp, and splash with Inspired at the Chan’s 2nd annual Carnival of the Animals Reimagined! Camille Saint-Saëns’ beloved classic gets a whimsical update with creative new elements for each animal including narration, dance, and animation. Plus, George Gershwin’s Walking the Dog will open the show. A roaring delight for the entire family, this show is a feast for the senses!

Pre-Concert Activity: Get into the carnival spirit and join our mask-making workshop! Decorate your own animal-themed masquerade mask. What inner animal will you unleash? All supplies are included, just bring your imagination!  Just $5, limited availability, offered as an add-on when you book.

Suggested Age: 5+

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Performers:

Jasper Wood – Violin
Jae-Won Bang – Violin
Sarah Kwok – Viola
Eric Wilson – Cello
Meaghan Williams – Double Bass
Bergmann Duo – Pianos
Michelle Anderson – Clarinet
Paolo Bortolussi – Flute/Piccolo
Vern Griffiths – Percussion

Nathan Colburn – Dancer
Elle Derkitt – Dancer
Sophia Makarenko – Dancer
Clara Xu – Dancer

Team:

Michael Serebriakov – Story Writer
Kay Huang – Choreographer
Cindy Mochizuki -Animation Designer
Wen Wen (Cherry) Lu – Animation Assistant

Buy tickets
Sun May 4 2025 3pm
Chan Shun Concert Hall
All Inspired at the Chan concerts are 1 hour with no intermission

Part of our family-friendly series.

Sponsored by UBC Inspired, part of Campus + Community Planning
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