We are a Digistar 7 Fulldome Theater!
What are fulldome shows? A fulldome show is an astronomically themed movie that is presented on the entire dome overhead. The audience will feel like they are inside of the presentation making it a unique way to see and experience the movie. We offer several shows that rotate each Friday. A description of the current show lineup is below. For show-dates and ticket purchase, click on the menu above and follow 'Show Information - Public Shows'.
The One Sky Project, led by the ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center and sponsored by the Thirty Meter Telescope, has produced a series of short fulldome films and a compiled full-length feature film focusing on cultural and Indigenous astronomy. This international collaboration seeks to build cross-cultural connections and increase understanding of different indigenous perspectives while demonstrating how our one sky connects us all.
"Voyager: The Never Ending Journey" - In 1977 two space probes were launched to explore the farthest planets of the Solar System: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune along with their moons. These spacecraft greatly enriched our knowledge of the distant worlds. Now, after four decades, they explore interstellar space like two bottles launched into a cosmic ocean, carrying "The Golden Record" an interstellar message intended for any alien civilization.
"Faster Than Light: The Dream of Interstellar Flight" explores the longstanding quest to develop spacecraft with enough power and speed to reach the stars. The film asks: What will it take to reach a newly discovered planet circling our Sun’s nearest neighbour, Proxima Centauri?
Based on real science and engineering, “Faster Than Light” takes audiences on a thrilling journey into the future, aboard laser-driven space sails, antimatter engines, and even warp drive – right out of science fiction.
Narrated by actor Sean Bean, this show is suitable for ages 5 and up.
"Moons: Worlds of Mystery" captures the amazing diversity of moons and the role they play in shaping our solar system. Witness the formation of our Moon and then follow in the footsteps of astronauts. Journey to the outer planets and their many exotic moons. Watch the formation of Saturn's rings and witness the volcanoes of Jupiter's moon Io and more. Return home with new-found wonder about our dynamic solar system!
Narrated by Ed Helms. Produced by the Museum of Science, Boston, this show features a beautiful original score.
Running time: 35 minutes. Suitable for family audiences ages 5 and up.
NOTE: The movie trailer below is not narrated but the full length show is narrated.
