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 20-49 tickets, 20% off 50+ tickets
(discounts are applied automatically in checkout!)

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

  • Check-in begins 30 minutes before each show.

    Please note:
  • VIP ticket holders are invited to enjoy early seat selection in the planetarium, up to 15 minutes before show start time.
  • Seating is on a “first come first serve” basis.
    We suggest that you arrive early to have the best pick of seating for your group.
  • Due to the dark environment of our theater, please plan to arrive on time and before the show starts. Latecomers will not be admitted.
  • No food, gum, candy or drinks are allowed in the planetarium.

Venue Information

Morehead State University Star Theater

The Space Science Center's Star Theater at Morehead State University is a state-of-the-art digital planetarium serving the surrounding areas of Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee, and West Virginia. It serves as a classroom and planetarium for the region's educators, MSU students and the public.

Located in MSU's architecturally compelling Space Science Center, the Star Theater is unlike anything else in the region. The 100-seat digital theater serves as a classroom and planetarium for the region's educators, MSU students and the general public. The Space Science Center offers regularly scheduled public planetarium and laser feature shows (from their extensive feature collection) that include live presentations of the night sky. School, community, and church groups can schedule the Star Theater for their own shows.
The Space Science Center also has special events, such as their celebration of International Observe the Moon night each year and the Solar Eclipse on April 8 2024.

The Star Theater projects full 180º x 360º real-time blended video and graphics on a 40-foot dome screen with state-of-the-art surround sound. In digital theater mode, the all-dome video allows a broad range of programming, including simulated travel through deep space and the ocean's deepest depths. This experience allows free movement through a 3D universe viewing endless astronomical phenomena, such as comets, planets, and supernovas, with full motion and 3D texturing. Our newly refurbished laser system also projects 3D images on the full dome.

ADDRESS

Morehead State University Star Theater, Space Science Center, 235 Martindale Road, Morehead, KY 40351

VISITORS CENTER & OPENING HOURS

Your Mesmerica tickets permit you entry to the planetarium for the performance time you have booked for, no other tickets need to be purchased for you to attend!

However, Morehead State University Star Theater has regularly scheduled public shows on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, as well as additional shows for the Holiday Season. There are also tours of The Space Science Center, where Kentucky’s first deep space mission, Lunar Ice Cube, was built, for small groups by reservation.

For more information, visit:
https://www.moreheadstate.edu/academics/colleges/science/engineering-sciences/star-theater/

PARKING AND DIRECTIONS

The parking lot for the Star Theater is located at the corner of East Main Street and Martindale Road, where Wetherby Hall (Gymnasium) used to be on the MSU campus.

  • From the center of town, head down East Main Street.
  • Turn left onto Martindale Road.
  • Almost immediately, you'll see the parking lot entrance on your left. Turn in here.

Landmarks to help you find the turn:

  • An Italian restaurant (Melini's) is almost directly across East Main Street from the Martindale Road turn.
  • A Family Dollar store is just beyond the turn, on the left side of East Main Street.

The Space Science Center, home to the Star Theater, is located on Martindale Road. From the parking lot, look for the domed building with bright lights. Walk up Martindale Road to reach the Space Science Center’s front door.

Accessibility Notes:

  • There are a few disability parking spots near the front door.
  • If someone in your group has mobility challenges but no disability placard, you may drop them off at the front door before parking.

We recommend allowing an extra 5–10 minutes to walk from the parking lot to the theater, depending on your walking speed. The ticket counter is straight ahead once you enter.