Holiday Shows

Our Holiday-Themed Star Show:  Season of Light
 
 This show is about the "coldest and darkest of seasons -- a season which holds some of the warmest and brightest celebrations of the year.” Narrated by NPR’s Noah Adams, it explores the origins of many of the world’s most endearing holiday customs and how they involve lighting up the winter season. The show also recounts the historical, religious and cultural rituals practiced during the time of the winter solstice - not only Christian and Jewish, but also Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish and Hopi. It also looks at some of our more light-hearted seasonal traditions: from gift-giving and kissing under the mistletoe to the custom of decking the halls with greenery and candles. A heartwarming show for the whole family. show times
 

Holiday Laser Show --  Nutcracker Fantasy
 
"Nutcracker Fantasy" combines Tchaichovsky's music with brilliantly colored lasers and a fantasy 3-D trip through space.  This engaging show uses selections of music from the time-honored ballet as well as the orchestral version, The Nutcracker Suite.  From overture to ending, audiences will escape to an imaginative space inspired by the Alexandre Dumas' adaptation of E. T. A. Hoffmann's original 1816 story, "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King."  All ages can enjoy this charming classic as never before!  show times
 

Holiday Laser Show: Holiday Magic
 
Laser images dance to holiday music in a show not seen anywhere else in Wisconsin!  Snow falls gently all around you as you hear the enduring ballad, "Let It Snow."  Other songs include "White Christmas," "Jingle Bell Rock," "Winter Wonderland," "Joy to the World," "Carol of the Bells," and more.  Sing along and enjoy 3-D holiday images along the way!  This is "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!"  show times

We also have all-ages laser shows and rock laser shows on the schedule.  There is something for everyone at the Barlow Planetarium, where we present shows to the public throughout the year.  Call the Planetarium STARLINE, at 920-832-2848, whenever you want to check our current schedule.  You'll hear a detailed message even when the Box Office is closed.