{"id":224890,"date":"2025-09-14T00:43:12","date_gmt":"2025-09-14T00:43:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/224890\/"},"modified":"2025-09-14T00:43:12","modified_gmt":"2025-09-14T00:43:12","slug":"arizona-science-center-renames-planetarium-dorrance-dome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/224890\/","title":{"rendered":"Arizona Science Center renames planetarium Dorrance DOME"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>PHOENIX \u2014 As part of its transformation, the Arizona Science Center announced that the Dorrance Planetarium is being renamed to the Dorrance DOME.<\/p>\n<p>The new name is meant to signal the planetarium\u2019s move toward immersive learning and storytelling.<\/p>\n<p>The dome has 360-degree visuals and sound, uses Digistar planetarium software and is powered by Cosm\u2019s CX System LED dome.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis name change reflect more than just a new look; it\u2019s a reimagining of what a planetarium can be,\u201d Jacquie Dorrance said in a press release. \u201d The Dorrance DOME will inspire generations to come, igniting curiosity and wonder in Arizonans through an immersive journey. It\u2019s more than a digital dome; it\u2019s a legacy of learning and discovery.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Details on Dorrance DOME<\/p>\n<p>The Dorrance DOME will reopen for visitors on Saturday, Oct. 18 and advance tickets are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.azscience.org\/experience\/dorrance-dome\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">on sale<\/a> now.<\/p>\n<p>The 60-foot dome seats 205 guests with 200 premium seats \u2014 including 112 fixed and 88 movable chairs \u2014 and five ADA-compliant spaces.<\/p>\n<p>During the pre-opening sale, Arizonans can purchase tickets for shows running through Nov. 30.<\/p>\n<p>There will be seven shows throughout the day, including five unique shows and a free presentation showcasing the 8K dome\u2019s capabilities.<\/p>\n<p>The dome\u2019s opening schedule will be:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Astronomy Tour: Arizona, produced by Arizona Science Center \u2013 12:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Black Hole: First Picture, produced by Cosm Studios \u2013 11:45 a.m., 2:45 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Orbital, produced by Cosm Studios \u2013 11 a.m., 1:15 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Inside Pop Art, produced by Cosm Studios \u2013 3:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cWith the transformation of the Dorrane DOME, Arizona Science Center is setting a new standard for what a planetarium can be,\u201d Cosm Chief Operations Officer Kirk Johnson said. \u201cThe Dorrance DOME will stand as a cultural destination that expands the reach of science, art and exploration, inspiring guests of all ages with next-generation immersive technology and storytelling.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>We want to hear from you.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 0px;\">Have a story idea or tip? 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