Planet Earth Screening Presented by Rooftop Films and BBC America for Earth Day

Celebrating Earth Day 2012, Rooftop Films and BBC America will present a free outdoor screening of the popular history series Planet Earth followed by the World Premiere of The Making of Planet Earth.

Planet Earth

About this Earth Day Event

Under the stars in nature’s embrace, enjoy the original, uncut film narrated by naturalist and world-famous Sir David Attenbourough. Earth-friendly fun and food trucks will add to the evening’s green festivities set to celebrate BBC America’s special two-day celebration of Earth Day, Saturday April 21st & Sunday April 22nd. The Making of Planet Earth is a World Premiere two-hour special, detailing the adventures of filmmakers who traveled the globe creating Planet Earth.

The Venue

The even takes place at Solar One, a solar-powered arts and education venue standing as a wonderful model for alternative energy sources. Solar One hosts several outdoor arts events including film screenings during the warmer months. Solar One collaborated for a highly successful 4th of July celebration along the water including a fireworks display. The venue is a perfect background for screening the eco-conscious Planet Earth.

The Details for Planet Earth Screening

Planet Earth will screen followed by The Making of Planet Earth on April 21, 2012. The doors open at 7:00pm with the show starting at 7:45pm. The pier at Solar One is located at 2420 FDR Drive New York, NY 10010 on 23rd Street and the East River. Taking the subway? Take the R/6 train to 23rd Street and walk straight east. The event is free and the first 250 admitted will also receive a free ticket to any Rooftop Films show this summer. This also includes shows opening night. Visit Rooftop Films for more information on this special Earth Day event.

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