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location, given its musical pedigree and wider cultural legacy, so the show has been specially adapted to feature classic Manchester anthems performed by a live choir in new orchestral arrangements,” adds Wood. According to Wood, the cathedral, along with the city itself, ticks every box to host the experience. “The cathedral is in a fantastic, central location and has an incredible track record of hosting concerts, events and festivals, but most of all the architecture is crying out for the 360° projection mapping that is at the heart of Luminiscence ,” says Wood. “The Cathedral, with its incredible carved wooden choir, triple-width nave and mesmerising acoustics will make the perfect setting for this type of video projection concert format.” Working within such an architecturally complex space was a challenge when it came to bringing the project to life. “The architectural and historical sensitivity of the venue are what make it so very interesting, but they also underpin every aspect of the event planning,” says Wood. “From the way the lights and projectors are rigged, where they obviously must The architectural and historical sensitivity of the venue are what make it so interesting, but they also underpin every aspect of the planning
Mancunian anthems and a narrated voiceover script by Christopher Eccleston will help set the scene of the show
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