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Join author and presenter, Jon Chase, for a mind-blowing exploration of the science behind the most famous star of them all ... the Sun!
Braniac meets Hamilton ... featuring sizzling raps and bundles of sunny facts; join us this summer at the historic Reardon Smith Theatre at the National Museum for a show like no other!
Jon Chase is a science presenter, author and rapper based in Cardiff. He has an intense passion for scientific thinking and believes that knowledge should be made accessible to all. He has worked with many other organizations including the BBC and NASA, producing science raps and workshops as well as writing for the Society for Popular Astronomy
Why not visit Helios here whilst it is at National Museum Cardiff: Helios | Museum Wales
Please be aware that this show may contain loud noises, flashing lights, and audience participation. For more information, please email events@amgueddfacymru.ac.uk
We are committed to ensuring a more accessible environment for our events. Please do notify us of any additional access requirements. For more information on access at the Museum, please visit: Accessibility – National Museum Cardiff | Museum Wales
Our public programme is generously supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery.
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Amgueddfa Cymru belongs to everyone, and admission to the Museum is free thanks to funding from the Welsh Government.
Booking a free day ticket in advance will ensure you receive key information and updates before your visit, helping you to make the most of your experience.
Admission is free, however a charge may apply for some exhibitions, events and activities.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. For safety reasons, we reserve the right to conduct bag searches when entering the Museum.
If you prefer to visit when we’re less crowded, there are usually fewer people on our site from 3pm each day.
A visitor car park is situated behind the Museum, off Museum Avenue. Parking costs £6.50 and can be paid at the parking machines in the car park.
Parking is free to blue badge holders. Disabled parking is also available at the front of the Museum, on Gorsedd Gardens Road.
You can plan your journey using the Traveline Cymru website or by calling their helpline on 0800 464 0000.
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Please be aware that this space may be shared with other members of the public and must be kept clean.
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