"We can draw three lessons from nature's grandeur: first, God exists; second, God is powerful; and third, God loves us."
Description of our Shows
(Click on show title to read it's description.)
Secret of the Cardboard Rocket
Wonders of the Universe
Secrets of the Sun
Stars of the Pharohs
Seven Wonders
Mystery of the Christmas Star
New Horizons
Black Holes
Two Small Pieces of Glass
The Universe of Dr. Einstein
Dawn of the Space Age
Cosmic Catastrophes
Secret of the Cardboard Rocket
Running time: 40 minutes
(School groups: Grades K-5)
In "Secret of the Cardboard Rocket", two children turn an old cardboard box into a rocket and blast-off on an awesome adventure with a close-up tour of each planet-including landings on Venus and Mars, a trip into the stormy clouds of Jupiter, and a thrilling ride through the rings of Saturn. See why each planet is unique, why the Earth is such a special place to live, and gain a new sense of wonder about space along the way.
Wonders of the Universe
Running time: 23 minutes
(School groups: Grades 3 and above)
Peer deep into space through the eyes of the orbiting Hubble Space Telescope and travel back billions of years in time to witness the birth of the universe. On this breathtaking excursion you'll witness the formation of galaxies and explore some of the most wondrous nebulae and astronomical structures yet discovered. As your travels continue, you'll fly deep into our own Milky Way galaxy and return home to Earth on a spectacular tour through the solar system.
Secrets of the Sun
(School groups: Grades 3 and above)
An intimate look at the role the sun plays in the life of our solar system. From the nuclear forces churning at the heart of the sun to the mass ejections of solar material in to surrounding space, we will experience the power of the sun and its impact on the planets and ultimately life on Earth. We will trace the life cycle of the sun itself, going back to its beginnings and moving forward in time to its eventual death.
Stars of the Pharaohs
Running time: 35 minutes
(School groups: High School)
Travel to ancient Egypt to see how science was used to tell time, make a workable calendar, and align huge buildings. You'll learn about the connection the ancient Egyptians felt with the stars and various astronomical phenomena. You'll see some of the most spectacular temples and tombs of the ancient world recreated in their original splendor.
Seven Wonders
Running time: 33 minutes
(School groups: Grades 3 and above)
Turn back the pages of time and witness the ancient wonders of the world as they have not been seen for thousands of years. We will investigate the theories of how these wonders were created and get a glimpse of some of the universe's greatest wonders.
Seven Wonders is narrated by British actor Sean Bean, who played Boromir in the feature film trilogy Lord of the Rings.
Mystery of the Christmas Star
Running time: 31 minutes
Journey back 2000 years to Bethlehem as we seek to discover a scientific explanation for the Star the wise men followed to find the baby Jesus. We'll investigate possible dates for the birth of Christ and look at recorded sightings of significant astronomical events during this timeframe. We'll see which of these signs in the sky could have been remarkable enough to cause the wise men to travel across the desert from Babylon to Bethlehem just to see a newborn King. This modern retelling of the Christmas story is sure to charm and captivate audiences of all ages.
New Horizons
Running Time: 24 minutes
(School groups: Grades 3 and above)
From breathtaking landscapes to violent volcanic eruptions to the sheer beauty of Saturn's rings, explore the planets and moons of the solar system in a majestic journey through our celestial neighborhood. Audiences will travel down to the surface of the planets, and experience what life would be like from those brave new worlds. Our journey begins as we follow a comet as it travels through interplanetary space and ends on the icy world of Pluto. On each of our exotic ports of call, real data and images from modern space probes is transformed into stunning 360° photo-realistic 3D animation.
Black Holes
Running Time: 40 minutes
(School groups: Grades 5 and above)
They lurk in the universe like cosmic dragons, unseen voids with the energy of a million suns. They can devour entire stars, and once in their grasp, nothing, not even light, can escape. Few mysteries in the universe have the power and awe of the black hole. Only now are we on the verge of understanding their true nature. What are they? How are they made? Is the earth in danger of being pulled into one? This show features 3-D simulations of black holes and the strange physical and visual effects they can create. Audiences will also be able to see what it might be like to approach the supermassive black hole at the center of our own Milky Way galaxy, or speculate on the existence of "worm holes," theoretical portholes in space and time.
Two Small Pieces of Glass
Running Time: 23 minutes
(School groups: Grades 3 and above)
While attending a local star party, two students learn how the telescope has helped us understand our place in space and how telescopes continue to expand our understanding of the Universe. Their conversation with a local astronomer enlightens them on the history of the telescope and the discoveries these wonderful tools have made. The students see how telescopes work and how the largest observatories in the world use these instruments to explore the mysteries of the universe.
The Universe of Dr. Einstein
Running Time: 45 minutes
Einstein's theories of relativity revolutionized science, affecting the way that we as human beings view everything from motion to gravity to the entire universe. This program describes Einstein as a man and a scientist. It explores the bizarre consequences of the theories of relativity and how these theories help us understand our universe.
Dawn of the Space Age
Running Time: 40 minutes
From the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings and privately operated space flights. Re-live the excitement of the early days of space exploration. Be immersed with this historic reconstruction of Man's first steps into space. Who were the people that took part in these death defying endeavors? Witness their drive, their passion, and their perseverance to explore, in "Dawn of the Space Age".
Cosmic Catastrophes
Running Time: 30 mintues
Beings from the planet Sarton seek a new planet to inhabit as they travel through space. They study the Earth as a possible new home. However, they discover that this planet is subject to a number of Cosmic Catastrophes that could severely affect life on Earth. Learn with the Sartons about these rare, but potentially catastrophic events. Will the Sartons make Earth their home? Join us and find out!
