LoKo Arts Festival

Upcoming LoKo Event

“The Artist and the Astronaut” Film Screening
September 19, 2024 at 6 p.m.
Black Box Theater, Performing Arts Center

A question and answer session will be held with the filmmakers, Bill Muench ’85 & Todd Hobin ’72, immediately after the screening, followed by a light reception in the PAC Lobby.

“The Artist and the Astronaut” takes viewers on an exhilarating journey through the fascinating dynamic between an engineer and an artist. It shines a spotlight on pivotal societal issues—ranging from women's rights and racial tensions to conflicts with indigenous peoples, campus protests, and the vital role of sustainability in space exploration. 

The inspiring film tells the unlikely love story between the artist Pat Musick, a civil rights activist, and the Apollo astronaut Jerry Carr, as they participate in some of the most historic events in human history. The film is filled with never-before-seen footage of the early space pioneers and features interviews with key figures from that era. It chronicles Pat’s and Jerry’s vastly different paths as they traversed uncertain times, eventually came together to render some of America’s most enduring art. “The Artist and the Astronaut” is a testament to the power of curiosity, perseverance and empathy as agents of change and love. View Press Release