About Planetarium Lates: The Flowering Desert

Join us at the Thinktank Planetarium and experience a planetarium opera inspired by the experiences of Birmingham-based astrophysicist Dr. Amaury Triaud in the discovery of the TRAPPIST-1 solar system. We follow the thoughts of an astrophysicist who explores the border between fact and imagination. It is a surround sound immersive experience, with a tailor-made celestial music putting the audience inside the mind of a scientist and the TRAPPIST-1 solar system. This is the first public screening of the opera film.

Produced by Infinite Opera

Music by Daniel Blanco Albert

Libretto by Roxanne Korda

Visuals by Leon Trimble and Infinite Opera
 

Good to know 

Event is suitable for ages 16+

The event runs on 16 January 2026 from 7pm-9.15pm (including 20min Interval) in the Thinktank Planetarium.

Entry is via the Level 3 Event Suite, accessible from level 3 of Millennium Point. 

Note: due to the layout of the building, no late entry will be permitted after the doors have closed. Doors will open 15min before, and close 5min after the start time. There will be a payable bar available.

Pre-booking is essential.

Infinite Opera

Infinite Opera is an innovative small-size experimental opera creation company based in Birmingham. They are the proud creators of the first ever Beer Opera and many science-related works. They are interested in subverting the traditional genre by collaborating with businesses, institutions and professionals from different practices.

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