Tag: MG3D Theater

You’re Invited to “Garden in the Gulf” Watch Party

Hosted by KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez

Garden in the Gulf: A Reef Rescue Mission airing on KPRC 2

Moody Gardens is hosting a public watch party for the premiere of “Garden in the Gulf: A Reef Rescue Mission” airing on KPRC 2. This one-hour TV special highlights vital coral reef conservation efforts by the Moody Gardens Dive Team, in collaboration with NOAA, to help preserve the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary in the Gulf. 

Viewers will gain insight into the progress being made to protect these reefs, uncover the environmental stories hidden within coral cores, and explore the challenges posed by invasive species like lionfish. These ongoing conservation efforts could help rehabilitate living coral reefs around the world, which continue to suffer from the impacts of a growing global population and a changing climate.

Special guests include KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez and Moody Gardens Director of Marine Operations Jake Emmert, who will be in attendance to share more about the making of the special with guests and the important work being done to preserve our Gulf ecosystems.

Though not required, it is recommended to register for this free event online at: www.moodygardens.com/watchparty

A diver from NOAA looks on as a large manta ray swims by during a research expedition at the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary located in the Gulf of Mexico.

In 2024, KPRC 2 and Anthony Yanez filmed a three part series called “Saving the Garden in the Gulf of Mexico.” The live presentation being held at the MG3D Theater will be the conclusion to the diving series that took part last year. You can find all three segments below:

Part 1
Part 2
Part 3

Art & Music Series through Summer 2025

To commemorate Art of Music and Lasting Impressions with Local Artists and Musicians

The Moody Gardens Art & Music Series debuted on Saturday, March 22, with performances by musician Lyda Plummer and artwork by Sara Nygard. Lyda took the stage as a solo artist in front of the Discovery Pyramid Museum, home to The Art of Music Experience, while Sara showcased her “western-themed” artwork inside the Visitor’s Center.

Lyda Plummer performs in front of the Discovery Pyramid.
Artist Sara Nygard interacts with a guest inside the Visitor’s Center at Moody Gardens.

The concert music series will continue throughout the summer for 2025 with planned performances taking place in front of the Discovery Pyramid from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. See below for a list of names and dates of the scheduled performers:

If you’re visiting us on any of the dates above, be sure to stop by and listen to these very talented artists who all hail from the Galveston area. All acts will be conducting their work as solo performances. Be sure to check out The Art of Music Experience located on the 2nd floor of the Discovery Pyramid!

The Art of Music Experience promo album art

The Art of Music Experience reveals the creators and stories behind album cover art, highlighting illustrators, painters, photographers, art directors, graphic designers, musician’s and the influence of their vision and ability to communicate the music’s energy, the artist’s brand, likeness, image and symbolism. The traveling exhibit features large-scale, hand painted album covers, displays and neon from The Art of Music Collection, themed educational exhibits, and fan activation.

Lasting Impressions is an immersive 3D art and music experience featuring over 100 masterpieces by French Impressionist artists like Monet, Degas, and Van Gogh. Using cutting-edge 3D Motion Sculpting technology, viewers can virtually step into these iconic works, experiencing them in stunning detail and motion. Accompanied by the music of Debussy, Ravel, and French classics, this experience brings the emotional power of art to life. You can view this attraction now playing at the MG 3D Theater located inside the Visitor’s Center. For showtimes, click on https://www.moodygardens.com/visitor-info/hours to see the daily hours of operation as well as theater showtimes.

Gulf Restoration Live Chat at the MG3D Theater on August 1

Learn about the work being done in the Gulf to repair the damage done by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill

Gulf Restoration Live at the Moody Gardens Theater on Thursday, August 1 from 6pm to 7pm. Learn about the restoration of habitats in the Gulf of Mexico after the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Did you know that Moody Gardens divers help support the restoration of deep-sea corals in the Gulf of Mexico that were injured by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill? Join divers and staff from NOAA, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary, and other related organizations to learn all about these efforts and connect live on the big screen to an exciting expedition at sea happening right now!

This free event will take place in the Moody Gardens 3D Theater from 6pm to 7pm. Register for the event here.

Divers from Moody Gardens make their way down to the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary coral reefs.
Brilliant and varied colored coral reefs sitting on the ocean floor at the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary.

Fly Fishing Film Festival Weekend Is Here!

Get the latest schedule of events from films to casting lessons in this festival guide

Credit: Fly Fishing Film Tour 2024

The time is at hand for fans of the 2024 Fly Fishing Film Festival as we await one more day until the weekend. We’ve prepared this special guide to help festival attendees navigate the scheduled times of events and films as they occur throughout the day. We’ve also added another Fly Fishing class on Sunday due to heavy interest and availability so be sure to check that out if you missed the Friday and Saturday sessions!

Film Festival Show Times

International Fly Fish Film Festival
Friday, April 26

07:00 Intro Ceremony
07:15 Pinawaca
07:29 The Runaround
07:40 The Golden Ride
07:51 A Ride with Clyde
08:05 Intermission
08:25 Tension
08:40 Tunulik
08:49 Kendjam
09:01 Vivid Dreams
09:09 South Caicos
09:24 Closing Ceremony
10:00 Lobby Bar After Party

Fly Fishing Film Tour
Saturday, April 27

07:00 Intro Ceremony
07:15 Only the Salmon Know
07:25 Rio De Gigantes
07:37 Rods, Rolls, & Reality on the Soca
07:43 Transitions – The Bow
07:55 Triple Trouble
08:05 Intermission
08:25 Good Fly Introduction
08:35 Pop’s Flies
08:48 Visibility
09:03 What Lies Above
09:14 A Line in the Sand
09:27 Marlin Fly Project
09:38 Closing Ceremony
10:00 Lobby Bar After Party

Schedule Of Events for Friday, April 26

Fly Fishing Lessons
2:00pm
Oleander Bowl

Food / Cash Bar
4:00pm to 9:45pm
Visitors Center

Vendor Expo
4:00pm to 7:00pm
Visitors Center

IF4 Film Screening
7:00pm to 9:00pm
MG3D Theater

Afterparty: End of Film
10:00pm to ???
MG Hotel Lobby Bar

Learn how to fly fish with the pros from Good Fly! The class is two hours long with limited capacity available. Participants must be 13 years or older.

Satisfy that appetite with fish tacos, concessions, and a cash bar throughout the event. Food and drinks will be available in the Visitors Center lobby.

Browse through the Fly Fishing Vendor Booths to discover the latest gear, apparel, tools, and crafts to enhance your fly fishing experience.

IF4 Film screening at the MG3D Theater with drawings for Fly Fishing prize packages. Intermission includes an animal presentation.

Stay for the afterparty at the Moody Gardens Hotel Lobby bar where you’ll have a chance to win another big prize!

Schedule Of Events for Saturday, April 27

Fly Tying Lesson
11:00am to 1:30pm
Macadamia Room

Vendor Expo
12:00pm to 7:00pm
Visitors Center

Fly Fishing Lessons
2:00pm
Oleander Bowl

Food / Cash Bar
4:00pm to 9:45pm
Visitors Center

F3T Film Screening
7:00pm to 9:00pm
MG3D Theater

Afterparty: End of Film
10:00pm to ???
MG Hotel Lobby Bar

Join us for fly tying lessons and lunch! Lessons will last about 2 hours, with lunch immediately following. Will be held in the Visitors Center.

Browse through the Fly Fishing Vendor Booths to discover the latest gear, apparel, tools, and crafts to enhance your fly fishing experience.

Learn how to fly fish with the pros from Good Fly! The class is two hours long with limited capacity available. Participants must be 13 years or older.

Satisfy that appetite with fish tacos, concessions, and a cash bar throughout the event. Food and drinks will be available in the Visitors Center lobby.

F3T Film screening at the MG3D Theater with drawings for Fly Fishing prize packages. Intermission includes an animal presentation.

Stay for the afterparty at the Moody Gardens Hotel Lobby bar where you’ll have a chance to win another big prize!

Schedule Of Events for Sunday, April 28

Fly Fishing Lessons
10:00am
Oleander Bowl

Added due to overwhelming demand. Learn how to fly fish with the pros from Good Fly! The class is two hours long with limited capacity available. Participants must be 13 years or older.

We expect a great crowd for both nights of the event. If you need hotel rooms for one day or both days, there are still special weekend packages available. Or, come as a spectator and grab an admission ticket for one or both days. All the films will be shown on the largest screen in Texas which is something not to be missed. Take the opportunity to network with other fly fishing fans to share stories and experiences!

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