Mount Wilson Observatory presents Cabaret Tzigane concerts featuring Trio Dinicu at Mount Wilson Observatory

Mount Wilson Observatory—the place where humankind discovered its place in the universe—is pleased to present the sixth and final date in the 2024 season of its six-month series, “Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome,” to take place on Sunday, October 6, 2024.

The concert event, “Cabaret Tzigane,” will feature Trio Dinicu members Luanne Homzy (violin) and Felix Kochendörfer (double bass) with special guest artist Alfonso Ponticelli on guitar. Performing in the remarkable acoustics of the dome, which houses the 100-inch telescope at the Observatory, the trio will reveal the concert’s program from the stage. The same concert will be offered twice: first at 3:00pm and again at 5:00pm.

3:00pm Tickets: https://mtwilson.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/mtwilson/event.jsp?event=17746&

5:00pm Tickets: https://mtwilson.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/mtwilson/event.jsp?event=17776&

Each year, the six-month series featuring classical or jazz programs, is thoughtfully curated by Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan (Principal Cellist, Long Beach Symphony). An artist reception with light fare and refreshments is offered between the performances. Tickets cost $60 each and are available for purchase online in advance (highly recommended) or at the door, given availability. For more information on the concert series, please visit https://www.mtwilson.edu/concerts.

VISITING MWO
The gates to Mount Wilson’s campus open at 10:00am daily and close at 5:00pm in the spring and summer, and 4:00pm in the fall. Entrance to the grounds is free. Visitors can hike, gaze at the telescope domes and towers that dot the landscape, and take a look at historic Mount Wilson photos and letters in the Museum.

The Cosmic Café, located above the parking lot at the Observatory entrance, is open on weekends in the spring, summer, and fall, weather permitting. In addition to traditional menu items such as hot dogs, drinks, and snacks, the Café is offering various lunch and sweet treats from Little Flower Café: https://www.mtwilson.edu/cosmic-cafe

LOCATION
Mount Wilson Observatory
100 Mt Wilson Circle Rd
Mount Wilson, CA 91023

On MWO’s website the “Map” page shows various SoCal routes to the 2 and 210 Freeways which feed into Angeles Crest Highway, which goes to Red Box Road, which then leads to Mount Wilson Circle Road: https://www.mtwilson.edu/1map

PARKING
A U.S. Forest Service Adventure Pass is required to park at the Observatory, as it is located on U.S. Forest Service land. A day pass may be purchased at the Cosmic Cafe. The $5 day pass or a $30 dollar annual pass may also be purchased at other locations around Los Angeles before heading up. Visit the U.S. Forest Service website for more information about the $5 Adventure Pass and where to buy them. The Shell station in La Canada at the bottom of the Angeles Crest Highway should be selling them as well:  https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/r5/passes-permits/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5208699

NOT ADA-COMPLIANT
Please be advised that access to the 100-inch dome is via an open-air, 53-step staircase inside the building. There is no ADA-compliant access.

For more information about Visiting Mount Wilson Observatory, please visit: https://www.mtwilson.edu/visiting