May 3, 2023

The Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra will perform live to immersive animation in the Delta College Planetarium's Dome360 Theater on Saturday, May 13 at 4:30pm and 6:30pm. 

This one-of-a-kind experience features a string quintet led by Gregg Powell, principal bassist and personnel manager for the symphony.

Selections include "Mars, the Bringer of War" by Gustav Holst, "Symphony #41: Jupiter" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, "Twilight: New Moon" by Alexandre Desplat, and "Song Under the Stars" by Elena Roussanova Lucas, all visually choreographed to dynamic visual effects, from spacescapes to surrealistic environments.

"We are thrilled to bring the talents of both organizations together again to provide a special experience that combines performance and dynamic arts in such a unique way," says Mike Murray, astronomer and manager of the planetarium.

"Putting music, art and celestial visions together in this immersive space creates something magical, a way to capture awe and wonder in a multi-dimensional way. Placing that into a collective audience experience further multiplies the sense of connection."

Tickets are $20 per seat for guests ages 12 and up only due to the nature of the live performance in a small venue and limited seating. To purchase a pre-reserve seat, visit the events calendar.

This year's "Music under the Stars" event sponsors include Dow Credit Union, Serra Chevrolet and The Listening Room.

The Delta College Planetarium is located at 100 Center Avenue in downtown Bay City.

For more information go to delta.edu/planetarium or call 989-667-2260.