This sequel to The Angels are Coming will once again transform the magnificent west front and nave of Peterborough Cathedral with light.

The show is based around the Nativity story and timed to coincide with the start of the Advent season. It promises to be a stunning experience for all the family and the perfect start to the Christmas season.

The audience first of all see a colourful light projection onto the outside of the Cathedral, accompanied by music composed by David Harper. Then they enter the medieval building to experience an immersive light and sound installation, this time inspired by the fragility and beauty of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.

Visitors who saw The Angels are Coming by Luxmuralis at Peterborough last year described the show as “magnificent, beautiful and festive”, “truly memorable and mesmerising” and “a very moving experience from start to finish.” This year’s presentation promises to be just as unforgettable.

The Artistic Director of Luxmuralis, Peter Walker, said:

“We are delighted to return to the Cathedral and present this new adapted work this Christmas. The Peterborough audience is fantastic and the city comes alive during Advent. We look forward to working again with the Cathedral team and seeing individuals and families return and enjoy this uplifting light show and beautiful music.”

The Very Revd Chris Dalliston, Dean of Peterborough said:

“I know how much visitors enjoyed the light show from Luxmuralis last year and we can’t wait to see this year’s presentation. Advent and Christmas are always very special times at Peterborough Cathedral and this will be a wonderful way to be reminded of the Nativity story in a fresh and exciting way as we begin our Christmas preparations.”

Ticket prices for the light show have been frozen at last year’s levels for the Wednesday and Thursday evenings, with a small rise for the Friday and Saturday evenings. Entry to the show is by timed ticket and early booking is advised.

The tickets on Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th November are £7.50 adults, £6 children (U12) and £20 family (2 adults, 2 children or 1 adult, 3 children). The tickets for Friday 25th and Saturday 26th November are £8 adults, £6.50 children (U12) and £25 family (2 adults, 2 children or 1 adult, 3 children). Tickets are not required for children under 3 years old. A booking fee applies.

For more information or to book please visit peterborough-cathedral.org.uk/luxmuralis.

About Luxmuralis

Artist Peter Walker and Composer David Harper are an artistic collaboration called ‘Luxmuralis’ (which means ‘Light Murals’). Through Son-et- Lumiere, sculpture and sound art pieces they transform and reinterpret the sense of place and space in various locations, creatively helping members of the public to take a physical and emotional journey to identify with the subject and message of the artwork.

Previous work by Luxmuralis has been seen in Germany, Italy, Minnesota in USA, and throughout the UK creating spectacular events, their work has included many UK Cathedrals such as Salisbury, Westminster Abbey, Sheffield, Lichfield to name but a few.  

Luxmuralis brought their show, The Angels are Coming, to Peterborough Cathedral in November 2021.

www.Luxmuralis.com

Photo credit: David Rose