The American Museum of Natural History continues One Step Beyond's eighth seasonwith DJ sets by Mayer Hawthorne, The Range, and Astro Nautico DJ's. The event will take place in the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Hall of the Universe tonight, March 6.
At these events, an ongoing party series, guests can dance in the Museum's Rose Center for Earth and Space to the sounds of the biggest names in techno, electronica, hip-hop, and indie rock. Guests can also enjoy the Hayden Big Bang Theater, located in the lower part of the Hayden Sphere. The Theater features a dynamic multimedia presentation, narrated by acclaimed actor Liam Neeson, that takes visitors on a thrilling four-minute trip from Earth to the edge of the visible universe. One Step Beyond is presented with Brightest Young Things.
WHEN
Friday, March 6, 2015, 9 pm-1 am
WHO
Mayer Hawthorne, headliner
Since debuting in 2008, Mayer Hawthorne has released three full-length albums, been nominated for a Grammy, licensed songs for film and television, and toured the world with Bruno Mars, Foster the People, Erykah Badu, Janelle Monáe, and the late Amy Winehouse. His latest album, Where Does This Door Go, features work from Pharrell Williams, Greg Wells, Jack Splash, John Hill, and Warren "Oak" Felder.
The Range, support
James Hinton, known as The Range, is from Providence, Rhode Island, and has been making music since he was thirteen. Hinton produced two albums as Stegosaurus while studying physics at Brown University. In 2010, he began producing music as The Range.
Astro Nautico DJs, opener
Brooklyn-based Astro Nautico was founded by friends and fellow Long Islanders Sam Obey (aka Obey City), Bennett Kuhn, and Paul Baisley (aka Paul Jones). Astro Nautico hosts monthly dance parties and the record label favors vinyl records.
WHERE
American Museum of Natural History. Guests should enter through the Weston Pavilion entrance on Columbus Avenue at 79th Street.
ADMISSION
Admission to One Step Beyond is $25 in advance, $30 on the day of show. Guests must be 21 or older and present valid ID. A beer and wine cash bar is available. Advance purchase is recommended. Tickets may be available at the door.
TICKETS
Tickets are available on the Museum's website at amnh.org orby calling 212-769-5200,Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm.
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