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Future Shows

Here's our amazing lineup of shows that you can look forward to.

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    COSMIC COLLISION

    Cosmic Collisions, narrated by award-winning actor, director, and producer Robert Redford, features stunning images from space and breathtaking visualizations. Cosmic Collisions reveals the explosive encounters that shaped our solar system, changed the course of life on Earth, and continue to transform our galaxy and universe.

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    DARK UNIVERSE

    Featuring exquisite renderings of cosmic phenomena and spectacular scenes in deep space, Dark Universe celebrates the pivotal discoveries that have led us to greater knowledge of the structure and history of the universe and our place in it — and to new frontiers for exploration.

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    JOURNEY TO THE STARS

    Journey to the Stars, narrated by Academy Award winning actress Whoopi Goldberg, features extraordinary images from telescopes on the ground and in space and stunning, visualizations of physics-based simulations. Visitors are launched through space and time to experience the life and death of the stars in our night sky.

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    PASSPORT TO THE UNIVERSE

    A captivating explanation of fundamental cosmology narrated by Tom Hanks, cutting-edge science creates images of unprecedented realism as viewers begin to understand the enormity of the cosmos. Passport to the Universe is an “evergreen” presentation—always relevant, always educationally important, always illuminating.

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    THE SEARCH FOR LIFE

    The Search for Life, narrated by Academy Award nominated actor Harrison Ford, launches visitors on an awe-inspiring trip through space and time from the depths of Earth’s oceans to the outer reaches of the cosmos to explore the links between life on Earth and the potential for life on other planets.

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    WORLDS BEYOND EARTH

    Featuring immersive visualizations of distant worlds, groundbreaking space missions, and breathtaking scenes depicting the evolution of our solar system, Worlds Beyond Earth narrated by Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong’o, takes viewers on a journey that reveals the surprisingly dynamic nature of the worlds that orbit our Sun.

Visit Us

Experience the future of entertainment and education with the digital dome—where the boundaries of reality dissolve, and imagination takes centre stage. Step into a world of unparalleled immersion as stunning visuals and 360-degree storytelling wrap around you, creating an environment that engages your senses like never before.

 

Whether you're journeying through the cosmos or exploring the wonders of the natural world, the digital dome brings content to life in a way that’s as breathtaking as it is unforgettable. Designed for planetariums, science centers, and cutting-edge theaters, this state-of-the-art projection system delivers crystal-clear imagery across a vast, curved canvas, making every seat the best seat in the house.

Plan Your Visit


Upcoming Events

Important Update: “Close Encounters” SOLD OUT Show on 26 October

The 10:00 AM “Close Encounters” show at the Wits Anglo American Digital Dome on Sunday, 26 October, will go ahead as scheduled.
Please note that road closures for the 947 Ride Joburg event may affect access to the area. Plan your trip in advance to arrive on time.
All Wits entrances will be open.
The road between Jan Smuts Avenue and Empire Road may be closed during the race.
If travelling via the M1, use the Smits Street off-ramp and enter through Enoch Sontonga Avenue (near the Wits ARM Building and Origins Centre).
947 Ride Joburg Road Closures & Alternative Routes (PDF)
Wits Braamfontein Campus Map (PDF)