Event: The Long Center Presents- National Geographic Live

The Long Center of Austin presents a 2012-2013 Speaker Series with three National Geographic explorers. You can purchase a 3 event subscription starting at $48. Go here to order online!

A Camera, Two Kids, and a Camel
Annie Griffiths, Photographer
Monday, November 12, 2012 at 8 p.m.
For over 25 years, Annie Griffiths has traveled the world, exploring unseen corners of the British Isles, the Middle East, India, and North America—often with her children in tow. Enjoy her personal stories and luminous images of people and places that reveal the rich tapestry of the human experience.

Chasing Tornadoes
Tim Samaras, Severe-Storms Researcher
Monday, January 28, 2013 at 8 p.m.
Severe-storms researcher Tim Samaras has spent the last 20 years been chasing tornadoes and other storms to better understand and predict their paths. In this riveting presentation, Samaras shares dramatic footage from his adventures and the scientific insights gained through his exploits.

Grizzlies, Piranhas, and Man-Eating Pigs: On Assignment for National Geographic
Joel Sartore, Photographer
Monday, April 22, 2013 at 8 p.m.
In 20 years and 26 stories for National Geographic, Joel Sartore has learned the hard way that there’s always a chance things can go terribly wrong—and that they often do. In this lively presentation, Sartore shares an intimate and humorous look at what could be the best—and worst—job in the world.