For three nights this October, Caernarfon Castle will be transformed as Welsh star Gruff Rhys, and the ground-breaking light artist Chris Levine perform the world premiere of “Annwn”.
“Annwn” is a an out of this world laser and music show performed within the historic walls of Caernarfon Castle.
Gruff Rhys will perform a unique soundtrack composed exclusively for the event to the
accompaniment of a fully immersive, programmed performance of laser projection created by Chris Levine.
The music and light show has been inspired by the Annwn vision. Annwn means the Otherworld within the Welsh mythology of the Mabinogi.
On returning to his native north Wales, Gruff Rhys says:
“This project has been bubbling for years now and I’m happy to finally have the opportunity to make it a reality after hitting a wall in the lock-down period. I've worked with the sound designer Marco Perry (who has worked extensively with Bjork among others on spatial sound projects) on creating new versions of some of my songs that are more repetitive and ambient. Songs such as Taranau Mai, Distant Snowy Peaks, Arogldarth and some unique pieces too for the event.”
Born out of ‘iy project’ his work with Eden Project, Cornwall, Annwn is the brainchild of internationally lauded light artist Chris Levine, who first came to prominence with his famous meditative portrait of The Queen, The Lightness Of Being and subsequently for his innovative use of light with such acts as Massive Attack, Grace Jones and Jon Hopkins.
Chris Levine says:
“On one level, Annwn is the best laser and sound show you could ever hope to witness, but we are bringing together some of the world’s top creative and technical talents to create something which is radically different from anything you will have ever experienced in a truly spectacular setting! It was originally commissioned as the centrepiece of Glastonbury’s 50th anniversary in 2020. We are thrilled it is now returning to its roots and premiering in Wales”.
The event is being staged in support of Samaritans Cymru. Neil Ingham, Executive Director for Samaritans Cymru said:
“We’re really excited and grateful to the team at Annwn for choosing Samaritans Cymru as their charity. This innovative event seeks to bring people together to share a unique experience and has a strong focus on human connection. This is a core value of Samaritans – we believe connection is a strong protective factor for suicide risk and we believe human compassion can change and save lives."
Website - http://www.annwn.cymru
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AnnwnCymru
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Event information
Annwn Sessions will take place from Friday 27th October through Sunday 29th October, with performances starting at 7.00pm and running non-stop until 11.00pm
Annwn is located at Caernarfon Castle, address www.caernarfoncastle.com
Tickets information
Tickets are now available via See Tickets: https://www.seetickets.com/tour/annwn