Dark Universe is the American Museum of Natural History’s most recent “space show.” It attempts to describe recent developments in cosmology [the study of space] as well as dark matter, dark energy, and the composition of the universe.

The show was produced in partnership with Stanford University and the Hayden Planetarium in New York, NY., and is narrated by renounced astrophysicist Neil DeGrasse Tyson.

The show plays daily at the Montreal Planetarium in both English and French. The French narration is performed by well-known Quebec artist Luc Langevin.


Dark Universe at the Montreal Planetarium

Amy Vendal, a scientific presenter at the Montreal Planetarium, shares her opinion on Dark Universe, as well as her thoughts on the public’s reception of the show. Vendal, who studied biology at the Université de Montréal, holds a master’s degree in museum studies, and has worked at the planetarium since its opening in 2013.

Though the study of biology and cosmology differ significantly, Vendal believes her work as a biologist prepared her for the rigours of studying space, and sharing her love of science with visitors and school children.

Above all else, it is the “weird” nature of the universe that first attracted Vendal to space, and to a career at the planetarium.


Amy Vendal - science presenter at Montreal Planetarium

Camille Bowness is currently studying physics at the McGill University in Montreal with a specialization in condensed-matter physics [the study of black holes.] She explains the importance of science museums and shows such as Dark Universe in inspiring young kids – herself included – to become interested in science, and to consider studying subjects such as physics and math.


Camille Bowness - Physics student at McGill University

Alan Busth, a retired statistician, professional photographer, and self-described space enthusiast, explains his thoughts on Dark Universe.  


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