Waiting Far Away
“An explorer of the Cosmos has travelled too far… and can no longer find home”
In the creative process of producing planetarium shows, sometimes visuals can be used in an inventive way to mix imagination with real data and thereby tell a story.
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Film Type:
Art / Science fiction
KS4 – KS5 / Families / Adults Length: 11 minWhat audiences take away from Waiting Far Away
- A story of an explorer who has travelled too far
- Imagination mixed with real astronomical data
- How planetarium visuals tell stories
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Frequently asked questions
What age is Waiting Far Away suitable for?
Waiting Far Away is suitable for KS4–KS5, Families, Adults. Tell us your year groups and we will check it is the right fit, or suggest an alternative.
How long is Waiting Far Away?
The film runs for about 11 minutes. Most schools book it as part of a 45–60 minute session with a live, presenter-led introduction and time for questions.
Can we combine Waiting Far Away with a live astronomer show?
Yes. Book it as our 2-in-1 performance: a live, presenter-led tour of tonight’s real night sky, followed by Waiting Far Away and a Q&A.
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