Durham Cathedral was transformed with a stunning sensory experience as artists Luxmuralis returned with their new show Science.
Visitors experienced the show at Durham Cathedral for the first time at 6:45pm on Wednesday (October 11) as the cathedral was flooded with light and sound. The event will continue to run until Sunday (October 15).
A spokesperson for the event said it will see visitors "take a journey" through elements, DNA and molecules as they are projected on the cathedral’s centuries-old architecture.
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Andrew Usher, chief officer for visitor experience and enterprise at Durham Cathedral said: “We’re delighted to welcome the artists behind Luxmuralis back to Durham Cathedral again this week.
"We've had a fantastic response from visitors about this show and we urge people to get their tickets asap to avoid any disappointment, as many timeslots have now sold out.
"In 2022, the show was sold out from the first night with over 12,300 people visiting the cathedral during the five-night run.
"With a different show and a new route through the cathedral, we can't wait to see what Science brings this autumn."
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A spokesperson for the event said: "By day the cathedral will appear as normal, then each evening the space will be clear of pews and visitors can use the seating at the sides to take a moment to pause as the cathedral’s soaring columns are transformed with dazzling projections exploring the history of science and how it has contributed to humanity and its understanding of the world.
"Also new for 2023, the journey will take visitors out into the Cloisters where more projections will explore chemistry and biology across the stone arches of the medieval courtyard before leading people into the Chapter House, where the domed ceiling will also play host to a spectacular scientific display of light and sound."
The artwork was created by the artistic collaboration Luxmuralis.
Their works have been touring cathedrals in England for several years.
Science by Luxmuralis is suitable for all ages and visitors will be able to experience the event from 6.45 to 9.15pm, from 11 to 15 October.
Thousands of visitors came to Durham Cathedral last year to see Life by Luxmuralis and were immersed in a journey through earth, sea and sky.
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Entry to the cathedral is by a timed ticket only. Adults £9, Children (under 18) £5, Infants (under 3) free.
To find out more and book tickets visit here.
Here are more pictures from the event:
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