The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Launches Immersive Yellow Brick Road Experience Ahead of The Wizard of Oz at Sphere
August 11th, 2025 – Guests at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas can now step into the magic of one of cinema’s most beloved classics with a new Yellow Brick Road activation celebrating the upcoming debut of The Wizard of Oz at Sphere. The free, public installation in the resort’s Waterfall Atrium runs through the end of 2025, offering a fully realized walk through the Land of Oz.
A Journey Through Oz, Right on the Las Vegas Strip
The experience brings Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion to life as they make their way toward the Emerald City. Guests can also meet Glinda the Good Witch and pose for photos inside her signature pink bubble—a moment designed to delight both nostalgic fans and first-time visitors to the world of Oz.
In a nod to the film’s iconic poppy field scene, the Waterfall Atrium is adorned with 5,000 silk poppies, creating a vivid backdrop for photos and a tangible connection to the story. Just behind the installation, The Café has been reimagined with themed décor and showcases The Wizard of Oz at Sphere merchandise.
Building Anticipation for Sphere’s Immersive Debut
“We’re pleased to be partnering with The Venetian Resort to offer everyone in Las Vegas this unique opportunity to engage with The Wizard of Oz at Sphere. The film’s iconic characters and imagery are recognized worldwide, and we look forward to visitors connecting to the Land of Oz through this activation and building anticipation for The Wizard of Oz at Sphere.”
Bill Walshe, Executive Vice President, Global Head of Venue Operations and Development at Sphere
Patrick Nichols, President and CEO of The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, added, “The Wizard of Oz is a timeless film that resonates across generations. We’re proud to partner with Sphere to bring this activation to life in an immersive way, offering fans a chance to step inside Glinda’s iconic pink bubble, as well as exclusive hotel packages for The Wizard of Oz at Sphere, designed to elevate the experience for guests looking to create new memories inspired by a classic.”
Redefining the Movie Experience at Sphere
Opening August 28, 2025, The Wizard of Oz at Sphere transforms the original 1939 film into a multi-sensory spectacle. The movie will be projected across Sphere’s 160,000-square-foot interior display plane, enveloping the audience in a panoramic visual environment.
To match the venue’s advanced visual capabilities, the film’s original mono score has been re-recorded for Sphere Immersive Sound, powered by 167,000 programmable speakers that can direct sound to any location in the venue, all while preserving the original cast’s vocal performances.
The experience will also integrate 4D effects—including wind, atmospheric fog, fire bursts, and infrasound haptic seating—to make guests feel as if they’re traveling through Oz alongside Dorothy and her companions.
With its mix of theatrical spectacle, state-of-the-art technology, and a beloved cultural touchstone, The Wizard of Oz at Sphere is set to become one of Las Vegas’s most talked-about entertainment experiences of the year.
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