Heads up, Explorers! Our school and public shows will take a short pause as we wrap up the year and prepare for another exciting year of discovery.

We will begin our public shows from 13 January 2026.

We are already looking forward to welcoming schools back in the new year. 2026 bookings are officially open — reserve your preferred date early.

School Shows

School shows run from Tuesday - Friday, with an hour-long show at 9.30 am, 11 am, and 12.30 pm.

For school shows, please complete the booking form or email

bookings.digitaldome@wits.ac.za

IMPORTANT: Submission of a booking form alone does not constitute a confirmed booking. A booking will only be confirmed once you have received a written confirmation email from us along with a quotation. If you have not received both, your booking is not confirmed.

Public Shows

The Digital Dome has a maximum seating capacity of 200. Currently, tickets are only available via Webtickets.

All our shows are approximately one hour long. Every show has about 30 minutes of interactive live show about the night sky, showing the planets, constellations visible in the current night sky.

"The Sky Tonight" is a fully interactive live show for one hour; there is no recorded show.

For queries, please email at info.digitaldome@wits.ac.za or call us at 011 717 1390

Please take note of the following:

Strictly no late entry.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Children under the age of 5 years are not permitted in the Digital Dome.

Food, sweets, and drinks are not permitted in the auditorium.

Some shows might include flashing images.

Shows may not be photographed, as they are copyrighted.

We reserve the right to:

*replace the show advertised with a new show [suitable for the same audience]

*cancel the show should disaster strike either our power supply or the presenter.

Current Shows

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

Little Explorers in a Big Universe

In this interactive science-filled space adventure, young viewers become “little explorers” on a guided journey through the Universe. The adventure takes them through the Solar System, outward to discover other stars, how constellations help us map the night sky, and how scientists study the universe using telescopes and light. Suitable for 5+ years.

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Dark Universe

The cosmos is stranger, bigger, and more mysterious than we ever imagined. Everything we see - stars, planets, galaxies — makes up less than 5% of the universe. In "Dark Universe", audiences dive deep into the astonishing forces that govern the evolution of the cosmos. From the formation of galaxies to the accelerating expansion of space itself, this visually spectacular show uncovers the invisible architecture built and powered by dark matter and dark energy. Suitable for teenagers and adults, but can be enjoyed by younger children above 5 years old.

AfriVerse: Step Into Our Stories

AfriVerse invites audiences to step inside Africa’s imagination through powerful immersive storytelling. At its centre is Kwasukasukela, a striking reimagining of African creation myths that blends ancient cosmology with bold contemporary visuals to celebrate where our stories begin. The series then shifts into urgent conservation journeys: a future reshaped by climate collapse in Eden’s Garden, two pangolins struggling to survive in A Predicament of Pangolins, a frontline mission to protect rhinos through dehorning, and a vibrant ocean voyage in Bazaruto where viewers encounter the rare Dugong. Suitable for teenagers and adults, but can be enjoyed by younger children above 5 years old. Please note this show does not include a live night sky viewing.

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!AITSA

Bringing together ancient spiritual knowledge and cutting-edge science, !AITSA is a transcendental film about humans in the Great Karoo desert of South Africa seeking meaning in the infinite darkness surrounding us all. Please note, !AITSA is not a fulldome show (i.e. it is not a 360 degree experience), and does not include an interactive night sky viewing. The duration of this documentary is about 90 minutes and is suitable for ages 13 and above.

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Close Encounters

Close Encounters is an 8K fulldome wildlife film that takes audiences on an immersive virtual safari, bringing them face-to-face with Africa’s most iconic animals. Directed by Telmo dos Reis and produced by VR Capture, it offers a unique perspective on nature and conservation through breathtaking visuals, spatial surround sound, and expert storytelling by ranger Shane Raw. Filmed in South Africa, the film captures intimate encounters, from a lion reaching for the camera to a herd of elephants surrounding the lens. Using cutting-edge technology and wildlife expertise, it delivers a powerful conservation message, highlighting the importance of protecting fragile ecosystems. Set for international distribution in planetariums and immersive theaters, Close Encounters brings the wonders of African wildlife to audiences worldwide. This show includes an interactive night sky viewing. All ages above 5 years welcome.

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3-2-1 Liftoff!

Alan is a brilliant but underestimated hamster scientist living in a junkyard. One day, a mysterious crash leaves a crater in his garden; inside is a damaged robot that fell from orbit. Alan soon learns the spaceship is taking off again tomorrow. This sets off a fast-paced and heartfelt adventure about getting the robot back to space in time. Suitable for 6 -12 year olds.

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Mysteries Of Your Brain

"Mysteries of Your Brain" takes you on an immersive, animated adventure into the human brain, exploring how the brain works and what makes human brains so special. Your tour guides on this journey are a curious girl and her crow companion—together you’ll zoom along the paths of neurons, fly through brains and experience illusions on a grand scale. You’ll learn how your brain makes you you and that, ultimately, we each have the power to change our brains. Suitable for ages 8+ years.

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