Planetarium

The BlueScope Steel Star Theatre is the major public planetarium in New South Wales.

Seating 70 guests, the Planetarium allows us to see how the stars and planets appear in the sky from any location on Earth, at any time from thousands of years in the past to thousands of years in the future.

We are currently offering two planetarium shows for the public and groups, as well as a live planetarium option for group bookings. The two planetarium shows are "Secret of the Cardboard Rocket " and "Oasis in Space ". Both of these shows are full-dome video format - a new style of presentation where the images surround the audience.

Secret of the Cardboard Rocket

Designed for children, but enjoyed by everyone, "Secret of the Cardboard Rocket" follows the adventures of two children who build a rocket from a cardboard box and travel through the solar system. Filmed in full-dome it is visually immersive, fun and educational. The show lasts for 45 minutes.

Oasis in Space

Discover the solar system and explore the locations in the Universe where water may be found with this visually exciting full-dome production from Spitz Space Systems. This show has a duration of 30 minutes and is suitable for all ages.

Live Planetarium Shows

As an option for group bookings, live planetarium shows may be adapted for a wide range of ages. Groups seeking an astronomy focus may have a live planetarium show adapted to their needs. Live planetarium shows may also be available for both public and group bookings on advertised night sessions.

**Please note, the planetarium is not the only tool we provide for groups with an astronomy focus. Topics in the school syllabus such as "stellar evolution" may be covered using a large collection of stellar images and activities such as spectroscopy.**

The Laser Concert

The laser concert, although not an event with an astronomy focus, is held in the planetarium once a day on weekends and school holidays. The laser concert features a high power laser being used to draw sharp, colourful images to illustrate a desired selection of music. "Laser Magic" is a show suitable for almost every age featuring a comfortable mix of music. Other available laser concert themes include The Beatles and Pink Floyd and delightful classical concert - "Dance of Light"

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