William Shatner and Neil deGrasse Tyson Reunite in Los Angeles for “The Universe Is Absurd!”

In a rare and highly anticipated live event, William Shatner and Neil deGrasse Tyson will appear together on stage in Los Angeles for The Universe Is Absurd!, a two-night engagement at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills, California on May 19 and May 20, 2026 at 7:30 PM. The event brings together two of the most recognizable voices in science and culture, each known for approaching the same fundamental questions from very different perspectives. While Shatner brings a deeply human, reflective, and often poetic lens shaped by his experiences in space and storytelling, Tyson offers a rigorous scientific viewpoint grounded in astrophysics and evidence-based reasoning. Together, their dynamic has become known for its contrast, curiosity, and unexpected humor.

According to organizers, the reunion follows a shared voyage to Antarctica, an experience that left both men with a renewed sense of perspective and a sharpened appreciation for the scale and mystery of the natural world. Rather than smoothing out their differences, the experience is said to have intensified their dynamic, creating a dialogue defined as much by tension as by mutual fascination. What makes The Universe Is Absurd! unique is its unscripted, evolving nature. Each evening is expected to unfold differently, shaped in real time by the conversation between the two speakers, audience interaction, and spontaneous shifts in topic. The result is a living exchange that moves fluidly between science, philosophy, personal reflection, and humor. “The chemistry between Neil deGrasse Tyson and William Shatner is out of this world,” said Stephen Colbert, reflecting the pair’s ability to blend intellectual debate with entertainment.

“Think of it as your favorite old couple bantering about the meaning of Life, the Universe, and everything in between. They are profound, unpredictable, and wildly entertaining,” said Daniel Fox, Producer and Co-Founder of FUTURE of SPACE. The event will take place at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills, offering audiences two evenings of conversation that promise to be as unpredictable as the universe itself.

Event Details
May 19, 2026 – 7:30 PM
May 20, 2026 – 7:30 PM

Saban Theatre, Beverly Hills, California
www.theuniverseisabsurd.com