Hold onto your seat in this 70-foot dome-screen auditorium! The theater seats 210 people, and is home to the Bay Area's only 70mm, 8-perf projection system. Presentations feature thrilling, larger-than-life films capable of convincing viewers they are really aboard a Space Shuttle lift-off, navigating the celestial labyrinth of outer space, or discovering the mysteries of the ocean floor.
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Astronaut
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Astronaut
Showing in the Ask Jeeves Planetarium
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The exploration of space is the greatest endeavor that humankind has ever undertaken. What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut. Explore the amazing worlds of inner & outer space, from floating around the International Space Station to maneuvering through microscopic regions of the human body. Narrated by Ewan McGregor.
ASTRONAUT is produced by the National Space Centre.
(Running Time 25 minutes)
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Dinosaurs Alive
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Dinosaurs Alive
Showing in the Tien Megadome Theater
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DINOSAURS ALIVE is a global adventure of science and discovery -- featuring the earliest dinosaurs of the Triassic Period to the monsters of the Cretaceous "reincarnated" life-sized for the giant screen. Audiences will journey with some of the world's preeminent paleontologists as they uncover evidence that the descendents of dinosaurs still walk (or fly) among us. From the exotic, trackless expanses and sand dunes of Mongolia's Gobi Desert to the dramatic sandstone buttes of New Mexico, the film will follow American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) paleontologists as they explore some of the greatest dinosaur finds in history. Through the magic of scientifically accurate computer-generated animation, these newly discovered creatures, and some familiar favorites, will come alive in a big way!
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El Universo Maya
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El Universo Maya
Showing in the Ask Jeeves Planetarium
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Sumérjase en la belleza de una de las siete maravillas del mundo moderno, el sitio de Chichén Itzá en México. Escuche la
historia de la antigua civilización maya al descubrir El Universo Maya, un nuevo show para planetario digital producido
por Chabot Space & Science Center. Narrado por Lila Downs, ganadora del premio Emmy Latino,
El Universo Maya nos transporta a las junglas de México, presentándonos la rica historia y la cultura de los antiguos mayas.
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Immersive Space
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Immersive Space
Showing in the Ask Jeeves Planetarium
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Experience the Digital Universe in our new full-dome system as it whisks you to the nearest star and beyond in merely seconds. Travel 1,000 light years to Orion; 2 million light years to the Andromeda galaxy, home to a super massive black hole; and 10 million light years to other galaxies in our Local Group.
Journey further to the edge of the known universe and take a peek at what's on the other side. No G forces involved! Just the comfort of your seat. (A light year = 6 trillion miles.)
(Running Time 40 minutes)
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Mysteries of Egypt
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Mysteries of Egypt
Showing in the Tien Megadome Theater
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Experience the magic and majesty of Egypt as never before. Soar over the great pyramids of Giza, cross the deathly quiet Valley of the Kings, and descend into the shadowy chambers of the sacred tomb of King Tutankhamun
(Running Time 40 minutes).
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Secret of the Rocket
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Secret of the Rocket
Showing in the Ask Jeeves Planetarium
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Two young adventurers turn an old cardboard box into a rocket and with the help of a magical book and their vivid imaginations blast off on an awesome journey to the most amazing places in the Solar System. Gasp in amazement at the huge planet Jupiter, find out what Saturn’s rings are made of and discover the secret of the cardboard rocket. The show has been upgraded for digital full-dome systems and provides an excellent introduction to the nine planets of our Solar System. Especially for ages 5 to 10.
(Running Time 40 minutes)
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Sky Tonight
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Sky Tonight
Showing in the Ask Jeeves Planetarium
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Take a live tour of the starry sky visible above your head on the night of your visit. The show includes a look at constellations, planets, and special celestial objects. After the show, visit Chabot's observatories for telescope viewing (weather permitting)! (Running Time 45 min.)
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SolarMax
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SolarMax
Showing in the Tien Megadome Theater
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93 million miles just got a whole lot closer.
Featuring live images of the Sun and footage from around the world of solar observatories of the past, present, and future, Solarmax tells of humankind's struggle to understand the Sun. Travel around the world to visit historical sites of sun worship, see scientists studying the Sun, and view the majesty of a total solar eclipse.
Approximately 40 minutes.
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Sonic Vision
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Sonic Vision
Showing in the Ask Jeeves Planetarium
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Sonic Vision is a trip out of this world and into the minds of the universe’s most
creative musical artists and digital animators, set to a soundtrack featuring today’s
coolest music. This mind-warping roller-coaster ride is mixed by Moby and features
tracks from Radiohead, U2, David Bowie, Coldplay, and many more. The show uses next-generation
digital technology to illuminate the Planetarium’s dome with a dazzling morphing
of colorful visions in this one-of-a-kind computer-generated musical and visual
experience.
(Running Time 38 minutes)
Developed by the American Museum of Natural History in collaboration with Moby
and in association with MTV2. Sonic Vision is made possible by generous sponsorship
and technology support from Sun Microsystems.
Portions of the show feature loud music and large fast moving images that may
startle small children.
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Space NOW
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Space NOW
Showing in the Ask Jeeves Planetarium
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Sit back and enjoy the ride through real-time constellations, stars and planets. Each week this live show will reflect current happenings in our sky. Space NOW! will also tie in the activities going on throughout the center. This is Chabot's first daytime guided tour of the universe.
(Running Time 30 minutes)
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Sunshine
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Sunshine
Showing in the Ask Jeeves Planetarium
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A 15-minute planetarium show for the younger crowd, ages 5 and under! Sunshine, a lovable animated cartoon Sun, wants children to sing and play along with his tricks. In the process, he introduces the colors of the day sky and the other suns of the night sky.
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Tales of the Maya Skies
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Tales of the Maya Skies
Showing in the Ask Jeeves Planetarium
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Immerse yourself in the beauty of the "seventh wonder of the modern world," Mexico's Chichén Itzá. Hear the story of the ancient Maya civilization. Experience Tales of the Maya Skies, a new digital full-dome planetarium show produced by Chabot Space & Science Center. Narrated by Latin Grammy Award winner Lila Downs, Tales of the Maya Skies transports us to the jungles of Mexico, presenting the rich history and culture of the ancient Maya. Using the latest three dimensional laser scanning and advanced graphic techniques, Tales of the Maya Skies weaves together the richness of Maya culture, stories, science and contributions to our way of life.
A Chabot Space & Science Center production.
Major funding provided by the National Science Foundation
(running time 33 minutes)
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To Be An Astronaut
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To Be An Astronaut
Showing in the Tien Megadome Theater
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Venture inside the gates of NASA to experience the rigors of astronaut training, from the initial contact at a distant research outpost, through the frantic countdown of missions, to the heart-stopping launch into space.
Shot entirely on location and starring the men and women of NASA, To Be An Astronaut honors the many people who work together to create a successful mission. Approximately 40 minutes.
Use this calendar to find shows for a particular date.
Schedules subject to change. Chabot is closed Mondays (& Tuesdays during the
school year - see hours),
with holiday exceptions.
