THE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

Dorrance DOME, Phoenix, AZ

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Sounds of the Ocean
is an award-winning immersive experience that invites you and your family to the heart of the deep blue sea.

The imagery and sounds in our production are all 100% real marine species recorded in the Ocean.
This is NOT Artificial Intelligence.

In a society burdened with stress, this transformative project offers calm and rest. It is an invitation to forge a deep connection with the enchanting life that dwells beneath the waves.

The experience combines sounds of whales & dolphins, original music, immersive visual art and ocean imagery to guide you on a mindful underwater odyssey.

An Official UN Ocean Decade Activity.

360°

Fulldome Projection

100%

REAL OCEAN IMAGERY

5.1

SURROUND SOUND

10% of proceeds to support local ocean conservation

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Reviews

"The sounds of the ocean fill the room with tranquility and joy."

"An exceptional event!"

"A prompt for remembering what makes the sea so breathtakingly rare."

"I could literally feel the tension from my week leaving the body.
Absolutely recommend it!"

Gabriel S.

"It reminded me what it feels like to be underwater."

Hazel A.

"This was my moment to just slow down, take it all in. Thank you!"

Vishal K.

"I love it, there were so many relaxing sounds. It was just amazing!"

Kinda A.

Meet the Creators

Sounds of the Ocean is a project built from our passion for the ocean, film, music and creative storytelling. It evolved naturally over the course of five years while touring through the United States, Costa Rica, the Middle East and Europe.

Our immersive experience is designed to take you on a “deep dive” to better understand what life is like underwater, feel the love in dolphin and whale song and return gently to the surface feeling more connected.  Our hope is that you find the experience to be deeply relaxing and supportive of your overall wellbeing.

From this place of building a loving connection with oneself, we believe that we can make small changes in our daily habits to reduce our consumption and live more sustainably in balance with the natural world.​

Venue Information

Dorrance DOME at Arizona Science Center

Opened in October 2025, the Dorrance DOME is redefining immersive experiences, welcoming 205 guests in 200 premium seats –112 fixed and 88 movable – plus five ADA-compliant spaces for full accessibility. At its core, a breathtaking 60-foot LED dome composed of 9,026 panels and 44 million LEDs delivers 8K+ resolution at more than 100 times the brightness of traditional projection. Powered by the state-of-the-art Cosm CX System and advanced Digistar planetarium software, the Dorrance DOME transforms every presentation into a fully immersive journey, offering a seamless, ultra-realistic canvas for scientific, educational, and live experiential content. Step inside and explore the universe in stunning detail, where space, science, and imagination come alive with vibrant color, immersive motion, and powerful sound. The Dorrance DOME sets a bold new standard for storytelling, bigger, brighter, and more inspiring than ever.

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600 E Washington St Phoenix, AZ 85004 United States

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Make An Impact

Oceanic Global and Sounds of the Ocean have partnered to harness the power of music and immersive experiences to deepen humanity’s connection to the Ocean.

This collaboration merges Oceanic Global’s mission-driven approach with Sounds of the Ocean’s unique blend of nature’s soundscapes, music, and meditation to inspire environmental awareness and Ocean stewardship. Together, we aim to create transformative experiences that foster well-being, promote sustainability, and encourage a deeper appreciation for Our Blue Planet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Sounds of the Ocean?

Q: Are there any live dolphins or whales in the show?

Q: Are there any promo codes?

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Q: Is the show suitable for people with sensory needs?

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