Glazer Hall in Palm Beach is joining the Cox Science Center and Aquarium to celebrate Earth Day in spectacular fashion.
To mark the occasion April 22, National Geographic’s David Attenborough-narrated film “Ocean” will see its North American theatrical premiere, accompanied by the Palm Beach Symphony and singers from the Palm Beach Opera.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the film screening begins at 7, according to the venue’s website. The movie is rated PG and runs an hour and 48 minutes.
National Geographic first released “Ocean” on May 9, 2025, in European theaters to coincide with Attenborough’s 99th birthday. The movie then was released on National Geographic and the Disney+ and Hulu streaming services last June.
National Geographic has called Attenborough “the world’s leading natural historian.”
In a news release ahead of the film’s release last year, Attenborough noted that his life coincided with “the great age of ocean discovery.
“Over the last hundred years, scientists and explorers have revealed remarkable new species, epic migrations and dazzling, complex ecosystems beyond anything I could have imagined as a young man,” he said in the news release. “In this film, we share those wonderful discoveries, uncover why our ocean is in such poor health, and, perhaps most importantly, show how it can bounce back to life.”
“Through spectacular sequences featuring coral reefs, kelp forests and the open ocean, Attenborough shares why a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing,” Glazer Hall’s announcement of the screening said.
The live orchestra and operatic performance offer “a breathtaking journey through coral reefs, kelp forests and the open sea while underscoring the vital role of healthy oceans in sustaining life on Earth,” the venue’s statement said.
“Our mission is rooted in making science engaging and accessible in everyday life, and partnerships like this allow us to extend that impact beyond our campus,” said Eric Stonestrom, board chair of the West Palm Beach-based Cox Science Center and Aquarium, in a news release.
Each film was paired with experts or, in the case of “Ocean,” an experience to intrigue and prompt viewers to think deeply about science, according to event organizers
“We’re grateful to collaborate with Glazer Hall and our arts partners to spark curiosity, inspire meaningful conversations and bring the power of science to life for our community,” Stonestrom said.
Tickets for the “Ocean” event at Glazer Hall, 70 Royal Poinciana Way, Suite P70, are $275 per person and available online at GlazerHall.org.
“Ocean” is the latest installment in the monthly science film series presented by Glazer Hall and the Cox Science Center and Aquarium. The next film will be the Tom Cruise-led “Minority Report” on May 11, with a post-screening question-and-answer session with AI expert Nicholas Mohnacky. Admission to the “Minority Report” screening its $35.
Kristina Webb is a reporter for Palm Beach Daily News, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at kwebb@pbdailynews.com. Subscribe today to support our journalism.
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