Follow the Yellow Brick Road: 'The Wizard of Oz' Comes Alive at the Las Vegas Sphere

On August 28, 2025, Las Vegas’ Sphere will open its doors to audiences for a next-generation journey down the yellow brick road, launching “The Wizard of Oz at Sphere”—an immersive cinematic experience that blends the timeless magic of the 1939 film with cutting-edge technology and a spirit of inclusivity that resonates deeply with queer audiences.

For generations, "The Wizard of Oz" has been a touchstone for queer communities, offering themes of chosen family, self-acceptance, and the promise that there’s a place “over the rainbow” for everyone. Now, Sphere’s technology—spanning 160,000 square feet of immersive visuals, haptic seating, and Sphere Immersive Sound’s 167,000 speakers—brings Dorothy’s world to life like never before, amplifying the story’s enduring queer resonance.

Unlike traditional screenings, the Sphere’s “Wizard of Oz” envelops visitors in a 360-degree environment where every sense is engaged. As the original film’s imagery fills the vast, wrap-around screen, visitors are immersed in Oz through enhanced visuals, remastered music, and interactive environmental effects—including custom scents and tactile feedback that transport the audience from Kansas to the Emerald City.

This collaboration between Sphere Entertainment, Warner Bros. Discovery, Google, and Magnopus marks the first time the beloved film has been reimagined on such a scale, with a meticulous focus on both technological innovation and accessibility.

Adding to the spectacle, Sphere’s outdoor activation features a towering 22-foot-tall pair of ruby slippers and the Wicked Witch of the East’s iconic legs—visuals that have already become a magnet for visitors and social media, sparking playful engagement across all generations.

The enduring bond between "The Wizard of Oz" and queer culture is woven throughout the Sphere experience. The film’s original “friends of Dorothy” subtext, long understood as a coded reference to queer community, is honored both visually and thematically. The immersive journey invites guests to explore the meaning of belonging, bravery, and authenticity—values that have made Oz a symbol of hope and solidarity for generations of queer people.

For many LGBTQ+ visitors, the Sphere’s Oz experience is more than spectacle—it’s a homecoming. Queer fans have long found kinship in Dorothy’s journey, her unwavering allies, and the message that being true to oneself is the ultimate magic. The Sphere’s approach is both celebratory and inclusive, offering accessible seating, sensory accommodations, and welcoming messaging that affirms all identities.

Tickets for “The Wizard of Oz at Sphere” are on sale now, with select VIP packages offering exclusive access: premium seats, a two-night suite at The Venetian, advance entry, and collectible memorabilia. The Sphere is also promoting special events and themed nights that invite queer organizations, drag performers, and LGBTQ+ families to take center stage, reinforcing the venue’s commitment to community engagement and celebration.

This Las Vegas launch is poised to be a cornerstone for Pride travel in late 2025, inviting visitors from around the world to gather, celebrate, and find new meaning in a story that has always been about finding your people and embracing your authentic self.

As the Sphere’s doors open to Oz, the spirit of LGBTQ+ celebration is unmistakable. For queer audiences, the new experience is both a tribute to the past and a bold step into the future—where everyone can follow their own yellow brick road and discover, perhaps for the first time, that there truly is no place like home.