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The documentary "Astronaut: Ocean to Orbit" shows how NASA uses underwater environments to simulate life and work in space. Join Chris Cassidy (current commander of the International Space Station) as he floats in his space suit alongside a full-sized mock-up of station in a giant underwater facility in Houston. Dive to the sea floor with astronaut Jeanette Epps as she lives underwater with fellow astronauts for 10 continuous days at Aquarius Reef Base in Florida. Showings at 2 p.m. Monday-Friday; noon and 2 p.m. Saturday -Sunday. $9; $8 for children. Irene P. Flinn Giant Screen Theater at the Arizona Science Center, where you can also visit the "Astronaut" exhibit on display through May 31. 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix. 602-716-2000 or azscience.org/attractions/irene-p-flinn-theater