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October 15, 2025

Dorrance DOME Media & VIP Event

Arizona Science Center’s Highly Anticipated Project Completes Construction; Media & VIPs Invited to Explore Cutting-Edge High-Resolution LED Dome

 

PHOENIX, AZ – Arizona Science Center completed construction of the Dorrance DOME and is inviting media and VIPs for an exclusive first look at the space. On Thursday, October 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Arizona Science Center will offer special programming, an exclusive private screening inside the Dorrance DOME and the opportunity to interview spokespeople who were integral to the project. Interview opportunities available with:

  • Tammy Stewart, Interim Hazel A. Hare President & CEO
  • Sari Custer, Chief of Science & Curiosity
  • Kirk Johnson, Chief Operations Officer, Cosm
  • Jason Davids Scott, Associate Professor, The Sidney Poitier New American Film School, Arizona State University

Powered by Cosm’s cutting-edge CX System LED Dome, the Dorrance DOME delivers a breathtaking and unrivaled visual and experiential space that brings science, art and the universe to life like never before. The CX system redefines the definition of an immersive experience through its best-in-class technology, content, and purposeful design and offers a rich content ecosystem that offers unparalleled visual clarity, brightness, and depth designed to spark curiosity and wonder for visitors of all ages.

With this transformation, Arizona Science Center will cement its place as a global leader in immersive science experiences—pushing the boundaries of how we learn, explore, and connect with the universe around us.

Media & VIP event details: 

WHO: Arizona Science Center

WHAT: Dorrance DOME Media & VIP Event

WHERE: 600 E. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85004

WHEN: Thursday, October 16 | 8:30–10:30 a.m.

Schedule is as follows:

    • 8:30 a.m. – Networking and continental breakfast
    • 9:00 a.m. – Program begins
    • 9:30 a.m. – Screening inside Dorrance DOME
    • 10:30 a.m. – Official Program End

DETAILS: Powered by Cosm’s groundbreaking CX System LED technology, the Dorrance DOME delivers an unparalleled sensory journey– where breathtaking 360° visuals, pristine sound, and world-class storytelling converge to create an unforgettable experience. 

For more information about Dorrance DOME, please visit: DorranceDOME.com. 

For images of the Dorrance DOME, click here.

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About Arizona Science Center 

Located in downtown Phoenix, Arizona Science Center features more than 300 hands-on exhibits, a five-story giant-screen theater, live demonstrations, traveling exhibitions, and exciting science programs. The Center offers programs for all ages, including Science on Wheels, CAMP INNOVATION, Teen programs, Professional Development, and Adults’ Night Out: Science With A TWIST. Whether onsite or at your location–get ready to embark on a hands-on STEM learning journey you’ll never forget. To learn more or to reserve tickets, visit azscience.org or call 602.716.2000. Follow us on Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and  YouTube.

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