Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson to Appear at NJPAC This Month

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an evening with Neil deGrasse Tyson on Thursday, December 15, 2016 8:00 PM at Prudential Hall. Get your tickets now at NJPAC.org or 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722).

The renowned science communicator has guided the "Ship of the Imagination" to transport viewers to the nucleus of an atom and the farthest reaches of the universe as he explores humanity's quest for understanding. Each family-friendly event features a multi-media presentation and a Q&A that rivals the program itself: In the past, Tyson has been asked questions ranging from TV appearances and space elevators to parenting advice.

Tyson is host of StarTalk Radio and is the best-selling author of 10 books. A frequent guest on The Daily Show and The Colbert Report, he is the recipient of 18 honorary doctorates and the NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal, the highest award given by NASA to non-government citizens.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), located in downtown Newark, New Jersey, is among the largest performing arts centers in the United States and is the artistic, cultural, educational and civic center of New Jersey - where Great Performances and events enhance and transform lives every day. NJPAC brings diverse communities together, providing access to all and showcasing the state's and the world's best artists while acting as a leading catalyst in the revitalization of its home city. Through its extensive Arts Education programs, NJPAC is shaping the next generation of artists and arts enthusiasts. NJPAC has attracted more than 10 million visitors (including over 1.5 million children) since opening its doors in 1997, and nurtures meaningful and lasting relationships with each of its constituents.