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This summer, Dome Club visits Bristol with a range of immersive dome experiences, including planetarium shows for children and families and a choice of unique 360° Pink Floyd psychedelic shows.

The programme takes place at Arnos Vale on 4 and 13 August and at St Werburghs Community Centre on 7 and 9 August 2022. 

The unique immersive experiences will be delivered in an inflatable seven metre dome with limited capacity, so be sure to book your tickets early!

PLANETARIUM SHOWS

The Planetarium Shows allow families to immerse themselves in space with educational events led by science educator Mario Di Maggio. You’ll enjoy a guided tour of the current night sky, travel to the International Space Station, zoom across the Solar System in the future and handle a famous meteorite from outer space. Children under seven will learn how to find star patterns in the night sky, travel into space to see what astronauts do and learn about space shapes that are round.

“We’re really looking forward to bringing our immersive dome events to Bristol,” said Mario. “With learning and entertainment all under one dome, there’s something for everyone. 

“In addition to the all-encompassing 360˚experience, what’s really powerful about domes is how people find a sense of community due to the shared multi-sensory experience. Parents and children enjoy inspirational learning experiences, while music lovers experience their favourite artists as never before.”

  • Family Planetarium Show – recommended for adults and children aged 7+,
    4 August and 13 August, Arnos Vale, 12.25pm, 3.20pm, 4.05pm.
    7 August and 9 August, St Werburghs Community Centre,11.25pm, 12.55pm, 2.20pm, 3.05pm
  • Children’s Planetarium Show – recommended for children under 7,
    4 August and 13 August, Arnos Vale, 11.00am, 1.55pm
    7 August and 9 August, St Werburghs Community Centre, 10.00am, 12.55pm
  • The Little star that could – recommended for children under 7,
    4 August and 13 August, Arnos Vale, 11.40am, 1.10pm, 2.35pm
    7 August and 9 August, St Werburghs Community Centre, 10.40am, 12.10pm, 1.35pm

Then once the children have had their fun, it’s the perfect time to revisit the awesome music of Pink Floyd with the chance to immerse yourself in music with two dome experiences featuring psychedelic visuals set to the band’s albums Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here. Imagine putting your head inside a YouTube video and it playing around you. With Pink Floyd 360°, you don’t just watch a video or listen to music; you are completely immersed within it. Check out the trailer here. 

 PINK FLOYD 360°

Wish you were here for a Pink Floyd 360° immersive experience

Wish You Were Here,
4 August and 13 August, Arnos Vale, 7pm, 9pm
7 August and 9 August, St Werburghs Community Centre, 6pm, 8pm

Dark Side of the Moon, 
4 August and 13 August, Arnos Vale, 6pm, 8pm
7 August and 9 August, St Werburghs Community Centre, 5pm, 7pm

For more information and to buy tickets, click here.