Enlightenment is a stunning and truly international light festival celebrating Durham’s religious and industrial heritage.
Four new light-based artworks will be exhibited on the city’s bridges in the shadow of the Castle and Cathedral, showing Durham as viewed through the eyes of two very different cultures. The installations have been created by two Indian and two UK-based artists and are a fusion of cultural identities, creative styles and methods of working. The individual pieces take their inspiration from the sacred texts, iconic images and traditions of Durham and several Eastern societies. The major pieces are supported by Intermittent, a trail of smaller light installations, projections, film works and light boxes exhibited in shop windows across the city.
Enlightenment is an outdoor festival. Please be advised that the full route will take approximately 45 minutes - 1 hour to walk and it is recommended that suitable footwear and warm clothing be worn.
Part of EAST'08 - a world-class celebration of contemporary Asian culture in NewcastleGateshead.
Part of NewcastleGateshead's world-class festivals and events programme.
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