40 minutes Grades 6-12 June 6, 1944: The largest Allied operation of World War II began in Normandy, France. Yet, few know in detail exactly why and how, from the end of 1943 through August 1944, this region became the most important location in the world. Blending multiple cinematographic techniques, including animation, CGI and stunning […]
24 minutes Grades 3-12 Escher’s Universe is based on the life and work of the multifaceted Maurits Cornelis Escher. Was he an artist, an astronomer, a mathematician, a traveler? This show will take us to the artist’s studio where his most iconic works are displayed. From this intimate setting, we will explore Escher’s unique universe […]
26 minutes Grades 4-12 Imagine the Moon explores how the Moon has inspired human creativity, learning, and exploration ever since we have looked to the sky. Through beautiful imagery and historical footage, we explore our closest celestial neighbor! Each discovery has brought new opportunities to contemplate and imagine, until, driven by dreams, we left Earth and went there […]
35 minutes Grades 3-12 Season of Light is an elegant and sophisticated program about the coldest and darkest of seasons, a time which holds some of the warmest and brightest celebrations of the year. It traces the history and development of many of the world’s most endearing holiday customs, all of which involve lighting up the […]
34 minutes Grades 3-12 Tales of the Maya Skies immerses the audience in Mayan astronomy, art and culture through a custom score and visuals. Produced by Chabot Space & Science Center, Tales of the Maya Skies inspires and educates through its description of the Maya’s accurate astronomical achievements and how astronomy connected them to the […]
23 minutes Grades 4-12 Galileo’s telescopic observations began a revolution, transforming our views of the cosmos and our place within. It is a revolution, which four hundred years later, continues. Today you can attend star parties where amateur astronomers set up their telescopes for public viewing. Learn about the discoveries of Galileo, Huygens, Newton, Hubble […]
