Sphere Entertainment Co. and the Department of Culture and Tourism from Abu Dhabi announced Tuesday that the world’s second Sphere will be constructed in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The original Sphere has a 20,000-person capacity, and its sequel is planned to have a similar scale. There’s currently no word on opening dates.
In early 2023, this 516-feet-wide and 366-feet-tall circular structure blinked to life with a “Hello, World.” When the dome cycled through images of the globe and the smiling sun in the weeks following, it launched about one million viral memes. Then, in September of 2023, U2 kicked off its now-famous, can-be-seen-from-space concert experience with a 25-day residency. Since then Sphere has hosted bloody UFC fights, multiple residencies, and even inspired copy cat venues.
James L. Dolan, executive chairman and chief executive officer at Sphere Entertainment said in a statement that the future of this new form of all-encompassing entertainment was always intended to be global.
“Sphere is redefining live entertainment and extending the reach of its transformative impact. We are proud to collaborate with DCT Abu Dhabi to develop Sphere in their city,” said Dolan.
“Sphere Abu Dhabi will seamlessly integrate advanced technology with captivating storytelling, creating unforgettable memories for everyone who visits… By embracing cutting-edge entertainment like Sphere, we're not only elevating our global profile but also setting new standards in immersive experiences and cultural offerings.” H.E. Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, chairman of DCT Abu Dhabi, said in a press statement.
We can only imagine what new memes will soon be lighting up the night sky. Or how much people will pay for photos of the new venue.
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