5:30pm–7pm: Live music and science stations.
7pm: Movie begins in the WRAL 3D Theater, followed by commentary and movie trivia.
Spaceballs (1987)
“May the Farce be with you.”
Come on an outrageous journey in space with our March 7th installment of Museum Movie Night. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz, a mystical cosmic force, will save the day. In addition to science activities and stations before the movie, we’ll host an expert and movie trivia (with prizes) following the screening. Don’t miss it!
This movie is rated PG.
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Spaceballs- 1987 (PG)
In a distant galaxy, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” In desperation, Spaceball’s leader President Skroob (Mel Brooks) orders the evil Dark Helmet (Rick Moranis) to kidnap Princess Vespa (Daphne Zuniga) of oxygen-rich Druidia and hold her hostage in exchange for air. But help arrives for the Princess in the form of renegade space pilot Lone Starr (Bill Pullman) and his half-man, half-dog partner, Barf (John Candy).
OUR SPEAKER
Dr. Patrick Treuthardt
Patrick is the Assistant Head of the Astronomy & Astrophysics Research Lab at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences. His work deals with understanding the evolution of nearby galaxies by studying their different forms and structures.
SCIENCE STATIONS (5:30–7PM)
Comb the Desert
De-stress at the end of the week as you comb our table-top desert scene. Maybe you’ll have more luck than the Spaceballs!
Suck, Suck, Suck!
Vacuums!
Stunt Doubles
Mimics of plants and animals can be found throughout the natural world. Try to separate the mimic from the original.
Magnetic Schwartz
Observe the power of the Schwartz!
Lonestar’s Birthright Pendant
Make your own birthright pendant in an “alien” language!
The Universe’s Grossest Aliens
Do you make a face every time Pizza the Hut comes on screen? Compare him to other grotesque creations and then vote for the worst! You can also test your movie knowledge to see if you can ID other famous faces.
It’s Not a Mog…
Barf is a Mog…a hybrid half man, half dog. We don’t have a mog but you can come meet some of the Museum’s hybrid animals!
MUSIC (5:30–7PM)
Susan Riggs
Singer/songwriter Susan Riggs has always loved playing and singing from the time she began at age 3. She enjoys playing both melodic peaceful songs and upbeat bouncy songs. She began taking lessons at the age of 5, but stopped the lessons until she decided to go to UNCG. In 1994 she received a BM from UNCG in piano performance and a voice minor. She has been teaching piano and voice for over 32 years. She is also a church pianist at Unity Church of Raleigh. She has a large internet following on YouTube and Facebook, with many songs done with videos. She is very passionate about the music she sings and plays, and brings a lot of energy to her music. She is married to Kevin Riggs. She is an avid beekeeper and gardener as well as a student of humanity.
Food and Drinks (5:30–7PM)
Grab and go snacks and beverages will be available for purchase!