A week ago, “The Wizard of Oz” premiered at Sphere in Las Vegas, leaving audiences spellbound. Unlike future films scheduled for 2025, this isn’t just a typical cinema visit; from the clips I’ve seen, it offers something far beyond the ordinary cinematic experience. We frequently discuss 4DX movies on TopMob, but Sphere takes this to unprecedented heights, as the social media videos hint at the breathtaking first major motion picture experience they’re offering.
Let’s take things to the next level by blending two iconic masterpieces from the 20th Century – “The Wizard of Oz” and Pink Floyd’s groundbreaking “Dark Side of the Moon.” I often did this back in college on my 27-inch CRT TV in the ’90s. Given the box office triumph of “Wicked,” it’s an opportune time to keep the momentum going!
The Wizard Of Oz Looks Like An Incredible Experience
Upon noticing Instagram videos of The Wizard of Oz musical starting to appear over the weekend, my mind swiftly began planning a spontaneous weekend escape to Las Vegas to catch it live. Fortunately, I managed to secure tickets for four Phish shows at Sphere in 2024, and I was simply astounded by both the screen technology and the high-quality sound system of the innovative venue. The Wizard of Oz production left no stone unturned, but what really impressed me was their meticulous attention to sound detail.
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The chairs tremble, the wind whistles, foliage and fruit cascade down from above, and that screen is simply stunning, considering the film is nearly 90 years old and yet remains significantly impactful. Initially, I balked at the ticket costs (even the cheapest tickets exceed $100), but after watching the promotional videos, it’s clear that a massive amount of work has been put into this production. Although the prices are pricey for a film, they become more reasonable upon reflection, given the effort invested in its creation.
Let’s Use That Sound System For Some Pink Floyd!
Long before the term “going viral” was associated with pop culture phenomena, there existed an intriguing occurrence known as “Dark Side of the Rainbow.” Many people from my generation experienced this phenomenon through word-ofmouth, spreading across coasts. The theory suggested that if you synchronized the playback of Pink Floyd’s album “The Dark Side of the Moon” with the start of the movie (when the MGM lion roars for the second time), the music and lyrics would align almost perfectly with the visuals from “The Wizard of Oz.
For a stretch, we enjoyed listening to it each weekend, as if by habit. We debated whether it was intentionally crafted by David Gilmour and his team or an unintentional delight (it turned out to be the latter), but every moment of it was cherished. It’s an album I’ve adored since my junior high years, and that fondness remains today, even after countless listens throughout my life. Now, I yearn to experience it through their exceptional sound system at Sphere, feeling the rush of wind during the tornado sequence with Clare Torry’s awe-inspiring vocals soaring on “Great Gig In The Sky.
I’m planning to attend the traditional showing of The Wizard of Oz at Sphere in Vegas, but if they strike a deal with Pink Floyd to merge it with The Dark Side, and include it in the 2026 film schedule, I won’t miss it for anything.
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2025-09-05 14:08