The ‘Fallen Moon ‘by Luke Jerram has had many spin-offs and one of them was the Planetarium in the Town Hall in Bridgwater today. Town Council Portfolio Holder for Arts, Culture & Heritage, Cllr Irena Hubble (Fairfax West, Labour) was at the event and notes “There were opportunities to visit this event and over 200 people did! It begins with an introduction to a large circular tent in the theatre. Once you enter the tent you begin your cosmic experience. Simon explains that you will have your best experience if you take off your shoes and coat as it gets quite hot in space! Once inside we’re off ! with the background music by David Bowie and Elton John. Simon enjoined us to lie on the floor and indeed this was the best position for the show!”
Irena continues “Forty minutes is packed with interesting information on space flight, the astronauts currently in space and who is preparing to fly on the different missions.We see what it is like on the international space station and how Americans, Brits , Russians and other nationalities all collaborate up there. What a shame we cannot do this on planet Earth. Did you know Shaun the sheep has been up in space? We experienced what it is like to be in a rock shower with boulders hurtling towards us, just as happened when craters were created on the moon. Finally we were treated to the constellations and saw them projected in the night sky in the tent. It was a fascinating 40 minutes and we are pleased to report some Bridgwater schools will have the experience this week.”
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