HELIOS AT PETERBOROUGH CATHEDRAL

Helios at Bath Assembly Rooms (c) National Trust Images, James Dobson

Luke Jerram’s Helios set to Illuminate Peterborough Cathedral.

Here’s an event guaranteed to brighten up the winter days as the sun is set to shine in Peterborough Cathedral.

The latest visiting installation by artist Luke Jerram, Helios, will illuminate the cathedral from February 10 - 28.

It follows his other amazing works – Museum of the Moon, Gaia and Mars – all of which have been stunning displays and have attracted thousands of visitors.

Suspended in the air and seven metres in diameter, this awe-inspiring, internally illuminated sculpture will offer visitors a rare opportunity to experience the Sun at an extraordinary level of detail and scale.

“We are absolutely delighted to be hosting Helios at Peterborough Cathedral,” said Gary Cowling, Events Manager at Peterborough Cathedral. “Luke Jerram’s installations have captivated our visitors time and again, and following the tremendous success of Museum of the Moon, Gaia and Mars here at the Cathedral, we are confident that Helios will be just as inspiring and memorable for all who come to see it.”

The installation also features a specially commissioned surround-sound composition by Duncan Speakman and Sarah Anderson, blending birdsong, choral textures, global musical influences, manipulated fire recordings and NASA mission audio.

Rooted in ancient Greek mythology, the artwork takes its name from Helios, the Sun god who drove his four-horse chariot across the sky each day, bringing light, seasons and the rhythm of life to the world.

Helios will be open to the public by suggested donation during regular Cathedral visiting hours. An accompanying programme of events is soon to be announced, offering further opportunities to explore the science, mythology and artistry behind the work.

The exhibition has been made possible by sponsorship from Peterborough Positive’s Small Grants Scheme.

Pep Cipriano, Chief Operating Officer at Peterborough Positive, said – “Supporting Helios through our Small Grants Scheme is a great example of how targeted investment can help bring ambitious, high-quality cultural experiences into the city centre. Installations like this not only inspire and engage residents and visitors, but also play an important role in increasing footfall, encouraging dwell time and supporting our local businesses."

For more information, visit my-helios.org and follow #HeliosArtwork.

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