IMAX NEWS
The Surfing Scientist catches the Ultimate Wave
Wednesday, February 24 by Julie Brown
Teachers were treated to a special presentation by ABC TV personality Ruben Meerman, also known as the "The Surfing Scientist". Being an avid surfer, science communicator and all-round-nice-guy, Ruben captivated teachers at two teacher preview events held to launch the film Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D.
Ruben's liquid nitrogen demonstration - a first for our auditorium - helped illustrate the cooling and heating of the atmosphere that ultimately creates the wind that whips up the ocean into foamy peaks otherwise known as .... waves.
Ruben's liquid nitrogen demonstration - a first for our auditorium - helped illustrate the cooling and heating of the atmosphere that ultimately creates the wind that whips up the ocean into foamy peaks otherwise known as .... waves.
2010 Education Program - New Film Announcements
Wednesday, January 27 by Julie Brown
In addition to the extensive FILM LIBRARY of titles available to schools, 2010 is awash with new experiences to educate and enlighten - as well as reward and entertain - students of all ages and subject areas.
Some of the highlights include:
ULTIMATE WAVE TAHITI 3D
Starts 25 February
We start the year with ULTIMATE WAVE TAHITI 3D, which promises extreme surfing action as the backdrop for a story about the science of waves and the relationship between surfing and island culture. Teacher Previews are being held at the end of February (21 & 23) and feature guest presentations before the screenings by ABC TV personality "The Surfing Scientist", otherwise known as Ruben Meerman. Rating TBC. Duration 45 minutes.
Some of the highlights include:
ULTIMATE WAVE TAHITI 3D
Starts 25 February
We start the year with ULTIMATE WAVE TAHITI 3D, which promises extreme surfing action as the backdrop for a story about the science of waves and the relationship between surfing and island culture. Teacher Previews are being held at the end of February (21 & 23) and feature guest presentations before the screenings by ABC TV personality "The Surfing Scientist", otherwise known as Ruben Meerman. Rating TBC. Duration 45 minutes.
Egypt 3D Teacher Previews
Monday, August 10 by Julie Brown
Were you one of the 700 people who attended the Teacher Previews for EGYPT 3D: Secrets of the Mummies?
Teacher previews allow educators an opportunity to experience films before they are released to the public, to assess their educational content and draw links with curriculum areas and other potential excursion venues. As a bonus with our previews for the new film Egypt 3D: Secrets of the Mummies, teachers had the opportunity to bring along 3 friends or family members – FREE! Thanks to all those who attended our recent screenings and extra special thanks to those who completed the online survey afterwards.
Teacher previews allow educators an opportunity to experience films before they are released to the public, to assess their educational content and draw links with curriculum areas and other potential excursion venues. As a bonus with our previews for the new film Egypt 3D: Secrets of the Mummies, teachers had the opportunity to bring along 3 friends or family members – FREE! Thanks to all those who attended our recent screenings and extra special thanks to those who completed the online survey afterwards.
Celebrate the End of the 2009 School Year with A Christmas Carol 3D
Tuesday, June 30 by Julie Brown
Starting on November 5 this year is the feature film adaptation of A Christmas Carol in IMAX 3D. The film is based on the classic Charles Dickens tale about an old miser who must face Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet-to-Come, as they help to bring kindness to his otherwise cold heart. The Ghosts remind him of the man he used to be, the hard truth of what the world is today, and what will happen if he does not strive to be a better man. Set around Christmas, the most joyous day of the year, Scrooge realizes the sharp contrast of his own personality.
Three BIG New Titles for Schools in Term 3 & 4
Monday, June 29 by Julie Brown
As the end of Term approaches we are finalising the line-up of new titles available for schools in the next six months, including a 3D version of Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaohs; a brand new dinosaur film called Dinosaurs Alive! 3D; and Journey to Mecca, which proved extremely popular at our evaluation screenings held in May. In addition to these documentary titles, we will also be releasing A Christmas Carol 3D, based on the classic Dickens story and featuring the latest "motion capture" film technology (remember The Polar Express 3D?) with actor Jim Carrey playing four different characters. End of year bookings are available now for this highly-anticipated 3D feature film.
Darling Harbour Open Day
Wednesday, April 1 by Julie Brown
On Sunday 29 March, 600 teachers attended the Darling Harbour Educators’ Open Day – were you one of them?
Accompanying family & friends, each of whom received a discount or in some cases free admission, totalled another 1000 people!
With free entry for all teachers on the day to a host of fantastic educational venues and services – including Sydney Aquarium, the National Maritime Museum, Powerhouse Museum, Sydney Wildlife World, Chinese Gardens, IMAX Theatre and Monorail - the Open Day has become a popular addition to teachers’ calendars.
Accompanying family & friends, each of whom received a discount or in some cases free admission, totalled another 1000 people!
With free entry for all teachers on the day to a host of fantastic educational venues and services – including Sydney Aquarium, the National Maritime Museum, Powerhouse Museum, Sydney Wildlife World, Chinese Gardens, IMAX Theatre and Monorail - the Open Day has become a popular addition to teachers’ calendars.
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