A dazzling new light and sound spectacle is arriving in Australia this winter
Australia has no shortage of epic light shows and art installations. From coast to coast, we've seen our nation's most incredible buildings transformed into glowing canvases that transport us to places beyond our wildest dreams. Fittingly, 'dreaming with your eyes open' is one of the taglines for Australia's newest immersive light and sound experience set to debut in Brisbane this July.
After wowing more than 1.5 million people across sold-out seasons in Europe and the UK, Swiss art collective Projecktil is bringing its latest audiovisual spectacle, Eonarium Enlightenment, to Australia. This 30-minute show takes audiences on a journey through the seasons, divided into four scenes: summer, autumn, winter and spring.
Projektil's technologists have measured every inch of Brisbane's St Stephen's Cathedral – from its heritage-listed walls to its soaring ceiling and its intricate corners. Using state-of-the-art video mapping, they'll transform the space into a 360-degree immersive environment that fully engages the senses. Expect vibrant light projections, mesmerising visuals and evocative soundscapes – all accompanied by the classic melodies of Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons'.
You can gaze up in awe from the comfort of cushioned chairs and bean bags sprawled across the cathedral floor, and shift positions throughout the show to take it in from a new perspective.
Brisbane is the first stop on Eonarium Enlightenment 's Australian tour, with future cities to be announced soon. If you're keen to check it out in Brisbane, the season lasts from July 5 to September 27, with tickets starting at $20 for children and $29 for adults. You can find more details and snap up tickets here.
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