The Sphere Opens In Las Vegas

Sphere Entertainment’s $2 billion Sphere is leaving its its mark on the Las Vegas skyline, thanks to its 580,000-square-foot fully programmable, 2K-resolution LED exterior, which will be visible for miles. The innovative venue, the world’s largest spherical structure, is now open and hosting concerts, immersive productions, sports and corporate events with a 17,600-seat capacity. Located one block from the Las Vegas Strip, the venue connects to the Venetian Expo and features 23 VIP hospitality suites and other first-class amenities. Sphere has also announced a 25-date residency, U2: UV Achtung Baby Live at Sphere, running through December. Filmmaker Darren Aronofsky (Requiem for a Dream, Black Swan, The Wrestler) has created the venue’s first immersive production, the narrative and documentary film Postcard From Earth, which will premiere October 6. Sphere Entertainment Co. has already announced plans for another Sphere in London.