Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium

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  • The Search for Planet B…Continued with Dr Larissa Palethorpe

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    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Join Dr Larissa Palethorpe for an update on the search for planets beyond our Solar System. This talk explores how astronomers detect and study exoplanets, highlights some of the most intriguing Earth-like candidates discovered so far, and examines the myths, rumours, and conspiracy theories that often surround these distant worlds. By looking at both the...

  • Holst The Planets 360

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    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    The Planets 360 is a re-imagining of British composer Gustav Holst’s The Planets orchestral suite. This production utilises the awe-inspiring full dome (360°) video format, so The Planets can now be enjoyed as a sonically driven immersive experience. A fusion of art, music and science in a 360° spectacle.​ ***Please note this show isn’t suitable...

  • Stars of Classic: Full Dome Experience

    Featured Stars of Classic: Full Dome Experience
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Embark on a musical journey through cosmic events, from the Big Bang to humanity’s future. Accompanied by Beethoven, Vivaldi, Tchaikovsky, and other masters, we witness galaxy births, supernovae, black holes, and the miracle of life. Explore distant planets, cosmic dangers like asteroid impacts and colliding galaxies, and dream of humanity’s future in space. Stars of...

  • What’s In The Night Sky this month?

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    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Have you ever wondered what that really bright star is, or would you like to know which planets and other celestial objects can be seen in the sky? Join Mike Alexander from the Galloway Astronomy Centre who will be telling us which celestial events can be viewed in the month ahead.

  • Queen – Heaven

    Featured Queen – Heaven
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Prepare to be transported on an extraordinary journey, where the magic of Queen’s music meets the wonders of the universe! Whether you’re a die-hard Queen fan or simply someone who enjoys a spectacular visual and auditory adventure, this event promises to captivate and inspire. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience Queen’s legendary music in...

  • Holst The Planets 360

    Featured
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    The Planets 360 is a re-imagining of British composer Gustav Holst’s The Planets orchestral suite. This production utilises the awe-inspiring full dome (360°) video format, so The Planets can now be enjoyed as a sonically driven immersive experience. A fusion of art, music and science in a 360° spectacle.​ ***Please note this show isn’t suitable...

  • Classics Double Bill

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    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    The Planets 360 is a re-imagining of British composer Gustav Holst’s The Planets orchestral suite. This production utilises the awe-inspiring full dome (360°) video format, so The Planets can now be enjoyed as a sonically driven immersive experience. A fusion of art, music and science in a 360° spectacle.​ Stars of Classic merges music with...

  • Queen – Heaven

    Featured Queen – Heaven
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Prepare to be transported on an extraordinary journey, where the magic of Queen’s music meets the wonders of the universe! Whether you’re a die-hard Queen fan or simply someone who enjoys a spectacular visual and auditory adventure, this event promises to captivate and inspire. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience Queen’s legendary music in...

  • Holst The Planets 360

    Featured Holst The Planets 360
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    The Planets 360 is a re-imagining of British composer Gustav Holst’s The Planets orchestral suite. This production utilises the awe-inspiring full dome (360°) video format, so The Planets can now be enjoyed as a sonically driven immersive experience. A fusion of art, music and science in a 360° spectacle.​ ***Please note this show isn’t suitable...

  • Classics Double Bill

    Featured
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    The Planets 360 is a re-imagining of British composer Gustav Holst’s The Planets orchestral suite. This production utilises the awe-inspiring full dome (360°) video format, so The Planets can now be enjoyed as a sonically driven immersive experience. A fusion of art, music and science in a 360° spectacle.​ Stars of Classic merges music with...

  • What’s In The Night Sky this month?

    Featured
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Have you ever wondered what that really bright star is, or would you like to know which planets and other celestial objects can be seen in the sky? Join Mike Alexander from the Galloway Astronomy Centre who will be telling us which celestial events can be viewed in the month ahead.

  • Stars of Classic: Full Dome Experience

    Featured
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Embark on a musical journey through cosmic events, from the Big Bang to humanity’s future. Accompanied by Beethoven, Vivaldi, Tchaikovsky, and other masters, we witness galaxy births, supernovae, black holes, and the miracle of life. Explore distant planets, cosmic dangers like asteroid impacts and colliding galaxies, and dream of humanity’s future in space. Stars of...

  • Queen – Heaven

    Featured
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Prepare to be transported on an extraordinary journey, where the magic of Queen’s music meets the wonders of the universe! Whether you’re a die-hard Queen fan or simply someone who enjoys a spectacular visual and auditory adventure, this event promises to captivate and inspire. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience Queen’s legendary music in...

  • Classics Double Bill

    Featured
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    The Planets 360 is a re-imagining of British composer Gustav Holst’s The Planets orchestral suite. This production utilises the awe-inspiring full dome (360°) video format, so The Planets can now be enjoyed as a sonically driven immersive experience. A fusion of art, music and science in a 360° spectacle.​ Stars of Classic merges music with...

  • How old is the Universe with Professor Martin Hendry

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    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    The past century has transformed the understanding of our place in the Universe, but what does this tell us about its age? And what can we learn from starlight that started its journey “a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away”? Join University of Glasgow astronomer Professor Martin Hendry for a journey through...

  • Classics Double Bill

    Featured
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    The Planets 360 is a re-imagining of British composer Gustav Holst’s The Planets orchestral suite. This production utilises the awe-inspiring full dome (360°) video format, so The Planets can now be enjoyed as a sonically driven immersive experience. A fusion of art, music and science in a 360° spectacle.​ Stars of Classic merges music with...

  • Spacewoman

    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Part of our celebration of International Day of Women and Girls in Science. “Through the glass ceiling to the stars”, SPACEWOMAN celebrates Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot and command a spacecraft for NASA, paving the way for the next generation of female space explorers. An average student in average small-town America, Eileen’s secret...

  • Spacewoman

    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Part of our celebration of International Day of Women and Girls in Science. “Through the glass ceiling to the stars”, SPACEWOMAN celebrates Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot and command a spacecraft for NASA, paving the way for the next generation of female space explorers. An average student in average small-town America, Eileen’s secret...

  • What’s In The Night Sky this month?

    Featured
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Have you ever wondered what that really bright star is, or would you like to know which planets and other celestial objects can be seen in the sky? Join Mike Alexander from the Galloway Astronomy Centre who will be telling us which celestial events can be viewed in the month ahead.

  • Queen – Heaven

    Featured
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Prepare to be transported on an extraordinary journey, where the magic of Queen’s music meets the wonders of the universe! Whether you’re a die-hard Queen fan or simply someone who enjoys a spectacular visual and auditory adventure, this event promises to captivate and inspire. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience Queen’s legendary music in...

  • Classics Double Bill

    Featured
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    The Planets 360 is a re-imagining of British composer Gustav Holst’s The Planets orchestral suite. This production utilises the awe-inspiring full dome (360°) video format, so The Planets can now be enjoyed as a sonically driven immersive experience. A fusion of art, music and science in a 360° spectacle.​ Stars of Classic merges music with...

  • Queen – Heaven

    Featured
    Kirkcudbright Dark Space Planetarium The Johnston, St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright

    Prepare to be transported on an extraordinary journey, where the magic of Queen’s music meets the wonders of the universe! Whether you’re a die-hard Queen fan or simply someone who enjoys a spectacular visual and auditory adventure, this event promises to captivate and inspire. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience Queen’s legendary music in...

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