From the creators of the multi award-winning MESMERICA comes a brand-new epic immersive experience unlike any other.

Beautifica is a 360 journey through worlds real and imagined, from mindblowing particle fields to unashamedly euphoric fantastic environments almost impossible to describe.

The brainchild of visionary composer James Hood working with some of the finest immersive animators on the planet, this family-friendly show is a feast for the senses, which will leave your spirit refreshed and your face grinning ear to ear.

"I would like to invite you to join me on this adventure.
Come celebrate the Beautifica of being alive!"- James Hood.

Each viewer will see something slightly different... you can't do it wrong.

What will you see?

Beautifica is suitable for all ages, 6+

Family and group discounts available.

Meet James Hood

the artist behind Beautifica and sister show 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 BEAUTIFICA?

Beautifica is a mindblowing 360 immersive journey through worlds real and imaginary, designed to be a delight for the senses and to leave you with a new appreciation for life.

This family-friendly show is suitable for all ages 6+ and will leave you grinning ear to ear.

How do I book tickets?

Tickets for Beautifica can be purchased here

A limited number of seats are available each performance, so to avoid disappointment please book your Beautifica 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 the ‘Redeem coupon/voucher’ text below your Shopping Card, underneath your cart's Total.

• Discounts apply to your whole basket - including Souvenir Programmes and other merchandise bought while booking! •

BEAUTIFICAFAMILY - 10% off for adults booking with children

BEAUTIFICAGROUP - 10% off when booking 6 or more tickets

BEAUTIFICASOUL - 10% off if you have seen Beautifica before

Planning a visit for a large group?

We have the following discounts available;

15% off for bookings of x30-x99 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 Beautifica Box Office Team

All tickets are 100% refundable up to 30 days of 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.

What are your Covid safety policies?

We are committed to following state and federal guidelines.

Should any precautions be required for a particular show, you will receive an email confirming the policies in place for the show you are attending. If you are not comfortable with these our customer service team will gladly assist you moving your tickets to a later showing.

For further information, see our Covid Safety Guidelines

Show Times & Seating Schedule

Doors to the lobby open for check-in 30 minutes before each show.

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.

No food or drink is allowed in the planetarium except water in sealing containers. Vending machines are available near the theater with food and drinks. Do not discard food related trash in the theater.

The University of Wyoming’s Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium at the Laramie Campus

The planetarium was been renamed in honor of the Windy Ridge Foundation’s owner Harry C. Vaughan, who was a professor of meteorology in the Iowa State Department of Geological and Atmospheric Sciences. Vaughan worked at the Ames Laboratory, later teaching courses in meteorology, earth sciences and agronomy at the Iowa State Department.

Upon retirement, Vaughan moved to Laramie, where he befriended a number of faculty members in UW’s Department of Atmospheric Science. He devoted his time to his love of astronomy and built a personal observatory in his backyard to make his own astronomical observations and also mentored UW students.

This immersive digital dome theater offers educational astronomy shows, live entertainment and exciting theater experiences for all ages! The theater has 64 comfortable seats, with two projectors that combine to create a nearly 4k image with 5.1 surround sound.

This planetarium offers live interactive programs to the public throughout the week and is available for private rentals, field trips, and special events for the community!

PARKING & DIRECTIONS
The areas to park after 5pm for free nearest to the planetarium are marked on the map with red outline and yellow filling.

The streets for parking are;

Ivinson Street between 9th and 11th north of the planetarium

Bradley between 9th and 11th st south to the planetarium.

The University of Wyoming Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium is located in the basement of the Physical Sciences building.

Enter the Physical Sciences building at the south-western entrance closest to the classroom building and follow the signs down a level to our lobby.

The planetarium is located under the computer lab with an elevator and stairs in our lobby area. The planetarium is wheelchair accessible.

Physical Sciences is located at D 9 in the University of Wyoming map.

FIND OUT MORE
To learn more about the Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium visit us at: https://www.uwyo.edu/physics/planetarium/index.html

Beautifica 360 Laramie, WY

Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium at the University of Wyoming

Beautifica 360 Laramie, WY

Harry C. Vaughan Planetarium at the University of Wyoming

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360° FULLDOME PROJECTION

7.1 SURROUND SOUND

3D ANIMATED VISUALS