NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON: AN ASTROPHYSICIST GOES TO THE MOVIES PART II

• By Mabel Pais

Dr. NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON, much-admired American astrophysicist, planetary scientist, author, and science communicator, will return to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Sunday, November 30th, at 3:00 p.m.

This year, he will delve into a scientific analysis of iconic films such as Harry Potter, The Wizard of Oz, Mary Poppins, and 2001: A Spacedyssey.

Join Neil deGrasse Tyson at NJPAC as he examines the scientific inaccuracies and occasional truths portrayed in your favorite movies. Prepare for an experience that will inspire laughter, learning, and a new perspective on film. This will be an interactive exploration of the mysteries of our universe. As the director of the Hayden Planetarium at the Rose Center for Earth and Space in New York City, Tyson excels in elucidating the power of science to clarify the complexities of our world and address some of our most pressing questions.

Expect an evening filled with laughter, thought-provoking ideas, and awe at the wonders of the Universe. Tyson, a world-renowned science communicator, has guided audiences on journeys from the nucleus of an atom to the farthest reaches of the Universe.

A New York Times best-selling author, his books are celebrated for their insightful and accessible approach to astrophysics.

This captivating lecture invites you to engage with some of the most intriguing questions being examined by today’s leading scientists. Embark on a voyage to the frontiers of the known — and the unknown — during this cosmically entertaining evening at NJPAC.

TICKETS

Tickets can be purchased by visiting NJPAC.org or the NJPAC Box Office or

calling 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722).

Neil deGrasse Tyson

Learn more about Neil deGrasse Tyson at neildegrassetyson.com.