Oprah brings Collier and Richter to Sphere Shows
The vision of Oprah Winfrey is not just taking a moment; it is building an entire universe. The media icon is set to deliver a monumental experience at Las Vegas’ Sphere next spring, launching AHA, a two-hour immersive event designed to redefine how we experience art, sound, and shared humanity.
Conceived after Winfrey was utterly mesmerized by the possibilities of the Sphere during U2’s opening night, the concept of AHA aims to transform the futuristic venue into a sensory odyssey. It is not simply a concert; it is a “symphony of senses,” leveraging the Sphere’s wraparound LED screen and advanced Immersive Sound system to weave a journey through light, music, nature, storytelling, and the deep connection that binds us all.
This ambitious production is designed to be a profound experience, reflecting Winfrey’s lifelong pursuit of awareness and understanding. She described the process as the culmination of everything she has spoken about and worked toward, turning a physical space into a vehicle for collective reflection.
The artistic ecosystem behind AHA is equally stellar. The experience brings together an eclectic creative collective that pushes the boundaries of traditional performance. The lineup includes seven-time Grammy winner Jacob Collier, poet and author Ocean Vuong, gospel singer Wintley Phipps and musician Ajeet, alongside contributions from Oscar-nominated composer Max Richter, Grammy-winning musician and vocal director Jason White, and electronic artist Jon Hopkins.
Shaping the visual and narrative language of the show are some of the most acclaimed minds in the creative world. Oscar-winning screenwriter Tarell Alvin McCraney, artist Es Devlin, and the Plum Village Monks contribute to the storytelling, while director Ethan Tobman and producer Baz Halpin lead the production team. Oprah Winfrey remains central to this endeavor, alongside executive producers Jennifer Rudolph Walsh, Tara McNally Montgomery, Ben Winston, Andrew Maxwell Mangino, and Evan Sharp.
Presented by Live Nation, AHA promises a rare convergence: the live presence of Oprah Winfrey merged with a large-scale multimedia production built specifically around the Sphere’s cutting-edge technology. This collaboration ensures that the immersive experience is as technologically dazzling as it is emotionally resonant.
For those ready to step into this shared space, tickets begin at $145. General on-sale starts September 25th at 10 a.m. PT, with exclusive presale and weekend packages available through AHALive.com.
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