Jena, August 26, 2026 – With the internationally acclaimed family program “Magic Globe – The Secret of the Seasons,” the Zeiss-Planetarium Jena offers a child-friendly blend of entertainment and education. The production explores scientific phenomena surrounding the cycle of day and night as well as the changing seasons.
- What: Family program “Magic Globe – The Secret of the Seasons”
- Where: Zeiss-Planetarium Jena, Am Planetarium 5, 07743 Jena
- When: Dates from August 26 to December 29, 2026
- Prices: 13.50 Euro (reduced 12.00 Euro)
- Contact: Phone 03641 885488, E-Mail order@planetarium-jena.de, Web: www.planetarium-jena.de
Educational Component and Plot
The story centers on a girl named Mia, who discovers a mysterious globe while staying with her grandfather during the holidays. Together with her eccentric Uncle Edmund, she activates the machine to change the seasons. Mia quickly learns the far-reaching consequences of this interference. Embedded in this child-friendly narrative, the production conveys sound knowledge about astronomical relationships: it clearly explains why days are longer in summer than in winter, how animals survive the cold season, and how the movements of the Earth and the Sun shape our climate.
Show Details
Each performance begins with a twelve-minute introduction to the current starry sky, specifically tailored to a younger audience. This is followed by the 39-minute main feature. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the box office.
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Magic Globe – The Secret of the Seasons
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