Mesmerica PGA Award
Mesmerica Center for Conscious Creativity Award
Mesmerica Jena Fulldome Award
Mesmerica DTLA Film Festival
Mesmerica 360 Awards

Mesmerica is a visual music journey that brings the mesmerizing music of Grammy-nominated composer and percussionist James Hood together with visually-hypnotic, 3D animated art curated from artists around the world, creating an immersive experience designed to transcend time, relax, soothe, and stimulate your mind and senses...

“I want 'Mesmerica' to inspire you into taking a journey with me inside the mind, to engage your senses and feelings with a miraculous alchemy of sound and light!”

- James Hood, Show Creator

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Meet James Hood

the artist behind Mesmerica...

James Hood is renowned as a vital and versatile musical pioneer - especially with his work on the PanART hang, a uniquely mesmeric melodic instrument, and for his collaborations with international animation artists.

His lengthy and varied musical resumé includes playing drums in The Pretenders, an ongoing two-decades-plus run as mastermind of the visionary ambient/electronica act Moodswings, and an expansive array of production and soundtrack projects.

What is Mesmerica?

This family-friendly, mind-expanding projection experience is designed to relieve stress, and is suitable for all ages 6 years and above.

Come and leave your troubles at the door as we take you on a fantastic journey into awe-inspiring imaginary landscapes.

How do I book tickets?

Tickets for Mesmerica can be purchased here

A limited number of seats are available each performance, so to avoid disappointment please book your Mesmerica tickets early, especially if booking groups.

Are there any promo codes?

Yes! We offer 10% off discounts for families, groups and returning guests.

When selecting your tickets look for ‘Redeem coupon/voucher’ text below your Shopping Cart, underneath your carts Total. Discounts apply to the entire cart.

MESMERICAFAMILY - 10% off for adults booking with children

MESMERICAGROUP - 10% off when booking 6 or more tickets

MESMERICASOUL - 10% off if you have seen Mesmerica before

Planning a visit for a large group?
We have the following discounts available;

15% off for bookings of x30-x99 tickets
20% off for bookings of x100+ tickets


Simply add any combination of ticket types and the discount should apply automatically once you reach the correct number of tickets in your shopping cart.

How do I contact the Box Office?

Please direct all customer service enquiries to our Mesmerica Box Office Team

All tickets are 100% refundable up to 30 days prior to the date of your event.

Our Customer Service Team aim to reply within 5 hours between the hours of 10am to 10pm (PT).


Is the show suitable for guests who are prone to seizures or motion sickness?

There are no strobe lights used in the production but there are some fast image and light transitions, so we would advise caution for those who suffer from seizures. Equally, while the vast majority of our patrons have an amazing time with no issues, a small minority who are very susceptible to motion sickness find immersive entertainment slightly uncomfortable, so we would advise caution if you fall into this camp.

Is the show suitable for autistic people?

We have found that autistic people LOVE our shows! Please note the venue is dark and there is surround sound. We advise sitting at the end of a row if you think a quick exit might be required. Our on-site staff will assist if you alert them at check-in.

Show Times & Seating Schedule

Doors to the lobby open for check-in 30 minutes before your show start time (except Fri 4pm and Sat 5.30pm shows, lobby doors open 15 mins before)

  • VIPs are invited to choose their seats in the theater 15 minutes before show time.


    Please note:
  • We recommend arriving during the 30-minute check-in window.
    Guests arriving earlier will be asked to return during the check-in window.
  • Seats are available on a first-come-first-served basis. Arriving during the check-in window increases your chances of getting your preferred seat!
  • Latecomers will not be admitted.
  • Concessions are not available during the event. Only water is currently allowed in the planetarium.
  • ***Starting July 19th***
    - During The OC State Fair (July 19 - Aug 18) guests will have to park in Lot H.
    - Lot H is on the opposite side of the campus, off of Adams Ave, under solar panels.
    - Guests will need to arrive a little earlier for the walk. Please plan your journeys accordingly.

Venue Information

Orange Coast College Planetarium, Costa Mesa

The Orange Coast College Planetarium
Explore the Universe in the Mary Lynn Bergman-Rallis Dome Theater where you will be surrounded by the stars in our 50-foot, 125 seat theater
Built in a spiral galaxy shape, mimicking the shape of our own Milky Way, the seventy-foot-diameter dome peeks from the center of the galaxy and evokes the curiosity of all who walk past the structure.

The Planetarium has unique features to serve all of its travelers:
State-of-the-art Dome Theater
Foucault Pendulum
Interactive science exhibit hall
NOAA Science on a Sphere

Orange Coast College Planetarium

LOCATION

OCC Lot E, Merrimac Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, United States

DIRECTIONS

OCC Lot E, Merrimac Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, United States;

- Directions From the 405 (San Diego) Freeway
- In Costa Mesa, exit Fairview Road, South.
- Proceed South on Fairview for just under 1.5 miles to Merrimac Way.
- Turn right (West) on Merrimac.
- Orange Coast College is now on your right.
- Proceed West on Merrimac approximately 1/3 of a mile to the Lot E entrance.
- Turn right into Lot E and proceed towards the Library.

**Apple Maps has been known to give sub-par directions. We recommend using Google Maps**

PARKING
Parking and dropoff for the planetarium are located in Parking Lot E, off of Merrimac Way. Head for the walkway directly between the Lewis Center for Applied Science and the Library. The Planetarium will be directly ahead.


Parking costs $5 per day, and parking permits can be purchased at the kiosk on campus, through the website passportparking.com or through the Passport Parking app.

ADMISSION & OPENING HOURS

Tickets for regular public programs are available online or during regular hours at the ticket office.

Free | OCC Students (with valid student ID)
$10 | Adults
$8 | Children under 12 & Seniors (65+)

Wednesday: 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.
Saturday: 12 P.M. to 5 P.M.

ACCESSIBILITY
This event is ADA compliant. Reasonable accommodation requests related to a disability should be made no later than five business days prior to this event by contacting planetarium@cccd.edu or 714-714-7430

FIND OUT MORE
To learn more about the Orange Coast College Planetarium, visit us at
prod.orangecoastcollege.edu/community/planetarium/