New way to experience da Vinci's art arrives in Phoenix: Here's how to see immersive show
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A “vivid and daring immersive experience” about Leonardo da Vinci’s life and works is now on show in Old Town Scottsdale.
Leonardo: The Universal Man is projecting floor-to-ceiling “animated and kaleidoscopic” interpretations of his creations at Lighthouse Artspace Phoenix, at Fifth Avenue and Scottsdale Road. Anyone who’s been to an experiential show like Immersive Van Gogh or Frida Kahlo, An Immersive Biography will be familiar with the Instagrammable event’s concept.
The all-ages exhibition is put on by the same people who created the original Immersive Van Gogh exhibit at the same venue. It’s also running concurrent with Immersive Monet & The Impressionists, and they run on alternate days.
Here’s everything you need to know about the da Vinci-themed event’s run in the Valley.
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What to expect at the Leonardo: The Universal Man
Leonardo: The Universal Man comprises five displays that “explore the areas where da Vinci made his greatest impact,” according to a press release. The multi-gallery exhibition will include the Renaissance man’s drawings, sketches and journal entries and feature works such as the "Mona Lisa," "The Last Supper" and the "Vitruvian Man."
Guests’ journey through the space will start with an introduction to Leonardo da Vinci’s life, then move into a multisensory show with music synced to projections “that present a current interpretation of his drawings and creations.”
Be aware that the show involves bright lights and music that can be loud for some. Earplugs are available by request, and people who experience motion sickness or vertigo can come and go as necessary, according to the website.
Tickets are available through May; future dates in June and July will likely be added, according to a representative.
How much Leonardo: The Universal Man tickets cost
Admission ranges from $34.99 to $299.99 for guests 17 and older, depending on the time of day and type of package.
Tickets are available at https://immersiveleonardo.com/phoenix/buy-tickets and at the box office, subject to availability. Be aware that Immersive Monet & The Impressionists is running at the same time, so Leonardo: The Universal Man will be showing on alternating days, not daily.
Here are the various admission options.
Peak hours:
Ages 6-16: $29.99.
Basic for age 17 and older: $39.99
Premium: $69.99.
VIP: $99.99.
Date night: $349.99.
Off-peak hours:
Ages 6-16: $24.99.
Basic for age 17 and older: $34.99.
Premium: $49.99.
VIP: $79.99.
Date night: $299.99.
VIP options and gifting tickets
VIP tickets include two postcards, a tote bag, acrylic tumbler, souvenir VIP laminate and lanyard and flexible entry time (anytime during opening hours). Premium tickets also do not require a fixed entry time and include the postcards and tumbler.
The date night package includes VIP admission for two, a private viewing area during a specified time, a gift box, chocolates, tumbler, tote bag, postcards and a souvenir VIP laminate.
Guests with timed entry tickets may stay inside as long as they’d like; the time slot doesn’t dictate when you must leave.
Children’s tickets can only be purchased with adult admission.
If you can’t make it to your designated day or time, you can gift your tickets as staff will not be checking reservation names at the door, according to the event’s website.
Leonardo: The Universal Man in metro Phoenix
When: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. on select days. See the schedule online.
Where: Lighthouse Artspace Phoenix, 4301 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale.
Admission: $34.99-$349.99; free for age 5 and younger.
Details: https://immersiveleonardo.com/phoenix.
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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Immersive da Vinci experience in Phoenix: Prices, hours
