Planetarium Public Show: Bad Astronomy | Department of Physics – Astronomy Education Program

Planetarium Public Show: Bad Astronomy

Event Date: 
Saturday, March 7, 2020 - 2:00pm
Saturday, March 14, 2020 - 2:00pm
Saturday, March 21, 2020 - 2:00pm
Saturday, March 28, 2020 - 2:00pm
Location: 
UNT Sky Theater

Were the Apollo visits to the moon actually a hoax? Have aliens landed on Earth? Can you tell your future by the stars? Prepare to debunk and tackle pseudoscience head-on with the new planetarium show Bad Astronomy: Myths and Misconceptions.

Based on the popular book and website of the same name, Bad Astronomy offers a unique and fun approach to learning about the cosmos. Join the "Bad Astronomer" Phil Plait as he takes a critical look at popular myths and misconceptions to show audiences how science can be used to evaluate questionable claims.

Created by the staff of the Dassault Systemes Planetarium and narrated by WJR-AM's radio personality Rachel Nevada, Bad Astronomy will interest both new and experienced astronomers of all ages as it examines bad science wherever it can be found.

Show Length: 46 minutes


Students/UNT Employees/Seniors/Kids: $5

General Admission: $8

Star Party Combo (1st and 3rd Saturday of the Month):

Students/UNT Employees/Seniors/Kids: $9

General Admission: $12