WORLDS® presents:
What worlds will you discover?
Astronomica 360 - Baton Rouge, LA
Louisiana Art & Science Museum
It’s in our nature to look up at the night sky and wonder: Where did we come from?
From the visionary creator of Mesmerica and Beautifica comes an all‑new immersive dome experience — a breathtaking journey through the infinite beauty of the cosmos.
Drift through auroras, dance through the stars, and discover worlds beyond even the wildest of dreams realized by a global community of artists. The epic score and mind‑bending visuals of ASTRONOMICA will carry you throughout the universe and into the most sacred place of all — the worlds that lie within.
✨ We all began as stardust — where will your story begin?
James Hood
The Immersive Pioneer
James Hood is the visionary creator behind the world’s most beloved immersive dome experiences: Mesmerica and Beautifica. Now, Astronomica, the final chapter of this incredible trilogy, is finally here.
Known for his groundbreaking multi-sensory projects that blend music and art, James Hood has an extensive musical résumé, which includes drumming for The Pretenders, acting as the creative force behind the visionary ambient act Moodswings, and a wide array of soundtrack projects.
With Astronomica, James invites us to embark on the final chapter of an audio-visual odyssey. While Mesmerica offered a reflection of calm and Beautifica celebrated life, Astronomica takes you on a cosmic journey designed to inspire hope, love, and awe.
Venue Information
The Irene W. Pennington Planetarium
Baton Rouge's mesmerizing star attraction — The Irene W. Pennington Planetarium—houses a 60-foot domed theater that is one of the most sophisticated multimedia presentation venues in the country. The theater presents digital movies and sky shows using the most advanced visual and sound technology available. A 4K fulldome digital video projection system puts you in the center of the action, enveloped by a 5.1, 15,000-watt digital surround sound system.
The Irene W. Pennington Planetarium has remained the largest and most technologically advanced planetarium in Louisiana since it opened at The Art & Science Museum in 2003.
The museum seeks to enhance the understanding and appreciation of art and science for general audiences and students by presenting unique, educational and entertaining experiences that encourage discovery, inspire creativity, and foster the pursuit of knowledge.
Louisiana Art & Science Museum
100 S River Rd, Baton Rouge, USA 70802
