‘Imiloa raises The Wall in the Planetarium

06/25/2009

Premiers July 3, 2009

Hilo, Hawai‘i – Start the Fourth of July fireworks early as ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center brings the long awaited planetarium show Pink Floyd’s The Wall to the Friday Night Rock Show July 3, 2009. Shows are 7:30 and 9 p.m. each Friday with ticketing are $10. Special discounts for ‘Imiloa Members apply.

This classic Pink Floyd album is brought to life with stunning full-dome digital interpretation of the sounds and imagery of The Wall. The Pink Floyd rock opera album, following the protagonist character “Pink,” was release in 1979, and quickly rose to number one on the Billboard 200. Now audiences can have a complete immersive experience through the digital surround sound system in the planetarium from the hit songs Another Brick in the Wall Part 2, the melodic Comfortably Numb, to the sinister tranquility of Goodbye Blue Sky, and the classic Run like Hell. This digital masterpiece from Starlight Productions leaves the audience wanting more when “Pink’s” wall comes tumbling down.

Adult advisory, the subject matter for some songs and graphics may not be appropriate for kids. Not recommended for audiences under age 14.

This show will play every Friday night at 7:30 pm and 9:00 pm through the end of September. Tickets may be pre-purchased at the ‘Imiloa front desk or by phone, using Visa or MasterCard, by calling (808) 969-9703 during regular business hours. Tickets will also be available prior to the show. Tickets are non-refundable.

‘Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawaii is located at 600 ‘Imiloa Place in Hilo, off Komohana and Nowelo Streets at the UH-Hilo Science and Technology Park. For more information, go to www.imiloahawaii.org, or call (808) 969-9700.

Media Contact:
Gloria Chun Hoo
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center
808-969-9705
gchunhoo@imiloahawaii.org

Vincent Recinto
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center
808-969-9714
vrecinto@imiloahawaii.org