Prepare for an ‘epic journey across the cosmos’ – in unique show coming to York.
Astronomer and author Adrian West (aka VirtualAstro) is bringing his sell-out spectacular experience for everyone that looks up and wonders to York this summer.
The Night Sky Show is at York Barbican on Saturday 27 June 2026.
The Night Sky Show is one of the longest running shows of its kind.
Using stunning visual effects, The Night Sky Show will bring a fun, entertaining and memorable performance, helping the audience understand and enjoy the heavens above and beyond, without any heavy-going science or explanations.
Expect to be taken on a theatrical experience around the constellations, stars, planets and more, with tours, stories, and the endless possibilities of our future with the night sky and beyond.
Adrian West is a passionate and experienced astronomer, presenter and author. Better known as VirtualAstro and Virtualastronomer, he has one of the largest independent astronomy and space accounts on social media.
Adrian has written for popular online magazines and more recently, his new book The Secret World of Stargazing. He has also written for the BBC, Met Office and National Trust.
Get your tickets for The Night Sky Show here – and feel just that little bit closer to the stars.
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