Accidental Astronauts
Accidental Astronauts
Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie and their dog, Armstrong, as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, sun and moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the moon and bounces along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm and gain a new appreciation for our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8.
Back to the Moon
Back to the Moon
The show opens with the first era of space exploration in the late 1960s and early 1970s. We see what that era of landers and orbiters taught us about our nearest neighbor including the discovery of the moon’s origin, composition, structure and the accessibility of raw materials on its surface.
The Google Lunar XPRIZE is introduced as the largest incentivized competition to date, designed to democratize space and create new opportunities for eventual human and robotic presence on the moon. We see the engineering and innovation steps taken by the internationally distributed teams competing to land a spacecraft on the moon and vie for additional prizes. We highlight the human spirit of competition and collaboration as teams take on this audacious challenge.
Beyond the Sun
Beyond the Sun
While Celeste is fighting off sleep in her room by reading a book about astronomy, she receives an unexpected visit from Moon. Together, they enjoy a journey through the universe to discover what exoplanets are and how they can be detected.
They observe rogue planets, oceanic worlds and super-earths. Moon tells her about exoplanet hunters who observe the sky in search of planets such as Earth. Many adventures are yet to come. But first, she needs some rest. Celeste drops off to sleep waiting for the next visit of Moon.
Cell! Cell! Cell!
Cell! Cell! Cell!
You are made of 70 trillion living cells. They work. They talk. They think. They are what make you alive. This is the story of how they do it.
Join Sooki and Raj on an adventure to explore the human body as they use a series of fantastic instruments to peer inside complex living cells. Uncover the mystery of DNA and discover how we all began as a single, tiny cell.
Dinosaurs at Dusk
Dinosaurs at Dusk
Dinosaurs at Dusk is the adventure of a father and his teenage daughter Lucy, who share a fascination for all things that fly. You’ll travel back in time to meet the pterosaurs and the ancestors of modern-day birds: the feathered dinosaurs.
Lucy and her father navigate from continent to continent, looking for clues about the origins of flight. When time runs out, they experience first-hand the cataclysmic last day of the dinosaurs.
Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival
Dinosaurs: A Story of Survival
Like most children, Celeste is fascinated with dinosaurs. As she is preparing a talk for her class about how they went extinct, Moon, a very wise and magical character, poses a tantalizing question: what if I told you that there are still dinosaurs among us?
Join Celeste and Moon on a journey through time for an exciting adventure to experience Earth as it was in the very, very distant past.
Witness the fascinating transformations these animals underwent over millions of years, creating giant creatures, armored beasts, and super-predators until the day a cataclysmic impact event caused a mass extinction on Earth.
But all is not lost. Celeste discovers the key to their survival.
Extreme Planets
Extreme Planets
For centuries, humanity has wondered whether we are alone in the universe. Now we are finally one step closer to knowing the answer. Since the discovery of the first planet orbiting another star in 1995, we know that planets are not unique to our own solar system. In fact, these “extra-solar” planets appear to be quite common.
No one has yet found an Earth-like world with conditions similar to ours, but as the quest for extra-solar planets continues the possibility exists that one day we might find life elsewhere in the universe, born in the light of another sun. Join us on an adventure as we explore Extreme Planets.
Hazelnuts: In Search of the Perfect Planet
Hazelnuts: In Search of the Perfect Planet
Once upon a time, there were two squirrels, Nino and Lilli, who were ready to do anything to eat hazelnuts, and ready to do even more for super hazelnuts. One day they learn that there are indeed super hazelnuts on other worlds. Why should they carry on dreaming when they can go and get them?
Hazelnuts is a story of greediness, and two squirrels on a mission to get more hazelnuts. Along the way, they will learn about other planets. If at first the connection between the two is not obvious, for Lilli it certainly is.
Travel with them to discover the cosmos, on a quest for the best hazelnuts in the universe.
Hazelnuts is written for young children, aged 5 upwards, using a format specially designed for that age group: visual gags, a format inspired by puppet theatre, and astronomical concepts which have been adapted to their level of understanding.
By introducing the planets of our solar system from the point of view of life, Hazelnuts tells the story of conditions of life on Earth. This allows us to broach several subjects: inhabitable zones, the essential role of the atmosphere, and even the different stages of the creation of planet Earth.
Kaluoka'hina: The Enchanted Reef
Kaluoka’hina: The Enchanted Reef
Kaluoka’hina: The Enchanted Reef transports you to a tropical reef … a colorful, one-of-a-kind world full of adventure, danger, riddles and old legends. It’s a world inhabited by creatures that are humorous and courageous, lovable and bizarre, often charming and sometimes dangerous.
This planetarium show follows Jake and Shorty, two fish from the reef, on their quest to restore the magic of their home, Kaluoka’hina. Their only lead is an ancient legend that tells of touching the moon … but how is a fish supposed to touch the moon? This is just one of the intriguing puzzles that Jake and Shorty will have to solve on their most exciting adventure ever.
Spectacular underwater scenery, playful characters and the totally immersive environment of the planetarium make this show a must-see.
Legend of the Enchanted Reef
Legend of the Enchanted Reef
Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home.
As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth.
Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution.
Magic Globe
Magic Globe
On vacation at her grandpa’s, a little girl named Mia accidentally discovers a mysterious piece of astronomical machinery. Edmund, Mia’s eccentric uncle, tricks the girl into using the tool’s secret powers to change the world’s seasons. She realizes the consequences of her actions, but Edmund doesn’t want to let the plan go.
Magic Globe is an engaging story designed to interest and challenge children from 5 to 12 years old. It has a clear educational structure with all science-related topics broken down into manageable chunks and naturally woven into the storyline. It allows children to recap knowledge they already have as well as learn multiple new concepts while following the story, which makes it perfect for mixed-ability audiences.
To Worlds Beyond
To Worlds Beyond
To Worlds Beyond – Journey Through The Solar System is a 28-min show produced by Fulldome Studio DN for planetariums and digital dome theatres. Info, trailer & full preview available.
From the fiery surface of the Sun to the icy realm of comets, travel to worlds with enormous volcanoes, vast canyons, dazzling rings, and storms that would swallow the Earth. Learn more about Mars and Pluto too!
Seven Wonders
Seven Wonders
Join us as we travel back in time to explore the Seven Wonders of the World. In Ancient Egypt, we will visit the Lighthouse of Alexandria and the great pyramids, then travel to Persia to view the Mausoleum, and to Babylon to be awed by the fabled Hanging Gardens. The journey will continue to Greece to tour the Temples of Zeus and Artemis, and then to Rhodes to stand in the shadow of the towering Colossus. We will investigate the theories of how these wonders were created and get a glimpse of some of the universe’s greatest wonders.
Two Small Pieces of Glass
Two Small Pieces of Glass
Two Small Pieces of Glass traces the history of the telescope from Galileo’s modifications of a spyglass—using two small pieces of glass—to the launch of NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope and the future of astronomy. This show explores the wonder and discovery made by astronomers throughout the last 400 years.
Join us as we view the magnificence of Saturn’s rings and explore the Galilean moons and other galaxies. We gain an understanding of how some of the largest observatories operate and see how telescopes are used in exploration of the cosmos.
Starry Tales
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A Starry Tale
Discover a beautiful show that reveals how the constellations received their shape and names while tracking the movement of the moon and planets in the night sky. Mixing the constellations, astronomical knowledge and the religious faith, you will learn about the birth of the Greek myths, including the tale of Astraea, the goddess of justice, who is closely related to the constellation Libra. This starry tale will captivate using enchanting music and beautiful computer animations.
Astronaut
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Astronaut
What does it take to become an astronaut? Join us as we experience a rocket launch from inside the human body. Explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, from floating around the International Space Station to maneuvering through microscopic regions of the human body. Discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject our test astronaut, Chad, to everything space has to offer.
Birth of Planet Earth
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Birth of Planet Earth
Birth of Planet Earth is a planetarium full-dome show that tells the twisted tale of our planet’s origins.
Scientists now believe that our galaxy is filled with solar systems, including up to a billion planets roughly the size of our own.
The film employs advanced, data-driven, cinematic-quality visualizations to explore some of the greatest questions in science today: How did Earth become a living planet in the wake of our solar system’s violent birth? What does its history tell us about our chances of finding other worlds that are truly earth-like?
Dawn of the Space Age
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Dawn of the Space Age
Relive the excitement of the early days of space exploration, from the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik through the magnificent lunar landings and on to current manned and unmanned space voyages. Be immersed and overwhelmed with this accurate historic reconstruction of man’s first steps beyond the confines of Earth. This planetarium show recreates the adventures of modern explorers who took part in these death-defying endeavors. You will also witness their drive, passion and perseverance to explore. This spectacular show will make you feel as if you were there with them, reliving a piece of history.
Dinosaur Passage To Pangaea
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Dinosaur: Passage to Pangaea
When two children embark on a geology field trip, they are thrown into a fantastic voyage where they witness incredible geological wonders and learn the mysterious process that shaped our present-day continents.
From roaming the untamed prehistoric wilds to journeying to the center of the Earth, Dinosaur Passage To Pangaea is the perfect educational look at the tectonic forces that forged our world.
Exoplanets: Worlds of Wonder
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Exoplanets: Worlds of Wonder
Using the latest data from multiple planet-hunting missions including Kepler, ExoPlanets: Worlds Of Wonder follows mankind’s first space probe as it journeys outside our solar system to the many new worlds astronomers are discovering beyond.
Explore gas giant planets caught in a deadly dance with their host stars and frozen rogue planets hurtling through space. Travel to molten, rocky worlds now known to science, and new planets orbiting within the Goldilocks Zone—the habitable region around a star where earth-like worlds may exist.
Invaders of Mars
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Invaders of MArs
The invaders have landed! Join us as we study the Martian surface as seen by Earth’s various spacecraft “invaders.” We will explore the great chasms, canyons, and volcanoes, descend amid the ice of a Martian polar cap, and be buffeted by swirling dust devils. Blinded by the planet-wide storms which engulf this world from time to time, we emerge to discover the red planet Mars.
Journey to Space
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Journey to Space
In the past half-century, humans have punched through the stratosphere, walked on the moon and lived continuously in orbit. In the coming decades, our unquenchable curiosity will take our species beyond the cradle of Earth to touch the face of another world. Strap in for the next giant leap. Next stop … Mars!
Origins of Life
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Origins of Life
Origins of Life deals with some of the most profound questions of life science; the origin of life and the human search for life beyond Earth. Starting with the big bang, the show explores pre-biotic chemistry in the universe, the formation of stars, formation of solar systems and the first life on Earth. Furthermore, Origins of Life covers the great extinctions as well as our search for primitive life beyond planet Earth. Origins of Life is a motivational journey through time and a celebration of life on Earth. It features many recent discoveries related to life science, demonstrating that if there was ever a time that science made its greatest advances, it would be right now!
Secrets of Gravity
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Secrets of Gravity
12-year-old Luke is far more interested in the universe and its secrets than boring magic spells. He is fascinated by the stars, the universe and the laws of nature. One night, he sneaks into the Albert Einstein Museum where he meets ALBYX3, a small, clever, rather quirky robot who knows all about Albert Einstein and his theories. ALBY takes Luke on a magical journey through space and time during which they not only uncover the secrets of gravity but also learn about friendship and imagination.
NOT available after October 31, 2024
Stars: The Powerhouse of the Universe
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Stars: The Powerhouse of the Universe
Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Journey to the furthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of stars. Suitable for audiences of all ages, this dramatic program features the voice talent of Mark Hamill and stunning 3D animation by NSC Creative. Educational content includes stellar evolution, space exploration, the electromagnetic spectrum and the history of astronomy.
The Life of Trees
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the Life of Trees
Trees are essential for all life on Earth. They are among the largest and longest living organisms on Earth. To grow tall, the tree has become a miracle of engineering and a complex chemical factory. By means of photosynthesis the leaves combine the water and salts with carbon dioxide from the air to produce nutrients which feed the tree. Trees also remove carbon dioxide, the main greenhouse gas, from the air.
The Life of the Trees is an entertaining and educational full-dome experience that tells the fascinating story of trees. The story is presented by two quirky, animated characters: a ladybug called Dolores and a firefly called Mike. The characters and the settings have been chosen with the idea of using the full dome format in a fascinating visual way that perfectly supports the educational aspect of the show.
The Sun: Our Living Star
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The Sun: Our Living Star
The sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived.
It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse; the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life.
Discover the secrets of our star in this planetarium show and experience never-before-seen images of the sun’s violent surface in immersive full-dome format.
Planetarium/Observatory::Contact Us
Contact Us
- Planetarium and Observatory
- 903.468.8650
- [email protected]
- P.O. Box 3011
- Commerce, TX 75429-3011
For a recorded message providing show information and times, call 903.468.8652.
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