Penultimate 'Cosmic Collisions' and return of 'Black Holes' at the planetarium, Aug. 17

by Michelle Saport  |   

Cosmic Collisions: Aug. 17, 6:30 p.m., at the planetarium"Cosmic Collisions" Friday, Aug. 17, 6:30 p.m. ConocoPhillips Integrated Science Building, Room 220

Don't miss the penultimate showing of this year's blockbuster show, "Cosmic Collisions." Narrated by Robert Redford and produced by the American Museum of Natural History and NASA, this immersive experience provides an unprecedented and extraordinary view of the catastrophic and constructive collisions that have shaped our world and universe. August is this show's final month on the planetarium's schedule, as the license is expiring!

So if you like planet-crashing, galaxy-smashing and dino-bashing, head on over to UAATix.com now to reserve your seats.

Black Holes: Aug. 17, 8 p.m., at the planetarium"Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity" Friday, Aug. 17, 8 p.m. ConocoPhillips Integrated Science Building, Room 220

Catch the long-awaited return of "Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity." Liam Neeson narrates this scientifically accurate thrill ride across the event horizon of a black hole. You will be dazzled with striking, immersive animations of the formation of the early universe, star birth and death, the collision of giant galaxies and a simulated flight into the super-massive black hole lurking at the center of our galaxy. And UAA's own astronomer Travis Rector, Ph.D., will provide his professional expertise on these massive stellar corpses.

Despite this show's continuing popularity, the planetarium's abundant show roster prevents us from showing it more often than every three to four months. So grab your tickets quickly at UAATix.com now!

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