Digital Dome Theater

 
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SUNY Corning Community College’s Planetarium is now the Digital Dome Theater, offering the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania more than a valuable astronomical resource. The newly renovated Digital Dome is equipped to offer educational experiences for all disciplines.

The new digital technology seamlessly integrates data, models, videos, and graphics from across the educational spectrum to engage audiences in a new immersive educational experience. The Corning Community College Digital Dome provides audiences with inspiring and amazing multimedia voyages on a 360 degree dome that are accessible to audiences of all ages and interests. The Dome offers programming for the public, schools, other groups, and private rentals. 

For more information on the Digital Dome Theater and its offerings, contact Jennifer (digitaldome@corning-cc.edu) at 607-962-9595. For Beautifica questions contact, boxoffice@jameshood.com

 

Special Event: Beautifica

Join us for a 360 degree audio visual journey! From the creators of the multi award-winning MESMERICA comes a brand-new epic immersive experience unlike any other. Beautifica is a 360 journey through worlds real and imagined, from mindblowing particle fields to unashamedly euphoric fantastic environments almost impossible to describe. The brainchild of visionary composer James Hood working with some of the finest immersive animators on the planet, this family-friendly show is a feast for the senses, which will leave your spirit refreshed and your face grinning ear to ear.

1/2/2025 Thursday 3:45 pm 5:00 pm 6:15 pm 7:30 pm
1/4/2025 Saturday 2:45 pm 4:00 pm 5:15 pm 6:30 pm
1/9/2025 Thursday 3:45 pm 5:00 pm 6:15 pm 7:30 pm
1/10/2025 Friday 3:45 pm 5:00 pm 6:15 pm 7:30 pm
1/11/2025 Saturday 2:45 pm 4:00 pm 5:15 pm 6:30 pm
1/18/2025 Saturday 2:45 pm 4:00 pm 5:15 pm 6:30 pm
1/24/2025 Friday 3:45 pm 5:00 pm 6:15 pm 7:30 pm
1/25/2025 Saturday 2:45 pm 4:00 pm 5:15 pm 6:30 pm
1/31/2025 Friday 3:45 pm 5:00 pm 6:15 pm 7:30 pm

Note: Beautifica is a 3rd party vendor. You must buy tickets directly from them. If you have any questions about the show or need to reschedule contact boxoffice@jameshood.com. The Corning Community College staff cannot help you with ticketing. 

Purchase Tickets for Beautifica

Public Shows

Now Showing:Let it Snow

December 20, Let it Snow, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, and 7:00pm **Star talk to follow 7pm show only**
December 21, Let it Snow, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm

January 3, Mars 1001, 6:00pm and 7:00pm
January 4, Zula Patrol: Down to Earth, 10:00am
January 4, Mars 1001, 11:00am and 12:00pm
January 17, Mars 1001, 6:00pm and 7:00pm
January 18, Zula Patrol: Down to Earth, 10:00am
January 18, Mars 1001, 11:00am and 12:00pm

2025 Show Schedule
January, Mars 1001
February, Ancient Skies, Ancient Mysteries
March, Distant Worlds
April, Oasis in Space
May, From Earth to the Universe
June, Back from the Brink
July, Sunstruck
August, Living Worlds
September, Edge of Darkness
October, Big Astronomy
November, Living in Balance
December, Arctic Our Last Great Wilderness

Saturday Morning Family Shows (craft to follow instead of star talk)
January, Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
February, Global Soundscapes
March, TBA
April, Earth, Moon, Sun
May, Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
June, Global Soundscapes
July, TBA
August, Earth, Moon, Sun
September, Zula Patrol: Down to Earth
October, TBA
November, Earth, Moon, Sun 
December, Christmas Constellations

 
*Shows and times are subject to change. Check back the week before your visit to verify.
 
Reserve Tickets
*The charge on your credit card statement will appear as "Corning Community NY"

Fees
$8/ adult, age 18-64
$6/ seniors, age 65+
$4/ children, 5-17
Free, children 4 and under (shows are in a dark environment that may frighten some young children)
Free, CCC students

Also interested in visiting the Observatory? Observatory Open Hours

 

Group Programs
The Digital Dome Theater offers programs to enhance your curriculum and meet your educational needs. Choose from existing programs or create your own. 

Click here to view the Digital Dome Programs.

Interested in learning more or scheduling a field trip, please email digitaldome@corning-cc.edu

Fees
$4/person

 

Rentals
The Digital Dome is available for private rentals. The dome seats 72. A party space is available with flexible furniture for food and/or activities. For more information contact digitaldome@corning-cc.edu

 

Birthday Parties
Looking for a space for your next birthday party? We’d be happy to host you. The dome is available for small parties of 20 or fewer. The two hour birthday party rental includes a private screening of a show of your choice followed by a live star talk of tonight’s sky. For an additional fee we can create custom content and activities. In addition to the dome we provide a space for cake and other activities. 

Fee
$200 for 2 hours and 20 people.
Additional time and activities for an additional fee.

Saturday and Sunday afternoons are reserved for parties but other times can be scheduled depending on building and staffing availability.

To schedule or make inquiries please contact digitaldome@corning-cc.edu

 

Accessibility
Audio enhancing devices are available. 

SUNY CCC is committed to ensuring welcoming and inclusive events. Please contact Accessibility@corning-cc.edu or (607) 962-9262 if you will need accommodations to participate.