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Finally, we have light at the end of the river...
By NEVE WILKINSON
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iverpool’s world-famous waterfront is set to be taken over by a free illuminating outdoor art gallery. From Tuesday March 23 to the April 5 local visitors can follow the River of Light Trail, which will showcase the work of local, national, and international artists.The 2km trail, hosting 11 artworks, will be visible at all hours of the day, across Liverpool’s iconic waterfront. The stunning audio and visual installations will be brightly lit from 6pm to 10:30pm for all 14 nights.The artworks include: Absorbed by Light, All in the Balance, End over End, Exponential, From Here, Futures, Light a Wish, Neighbourhood, Rainbow Bridge, Talking Heads and last but not least, Ursula Lassos the Moon. Rainbow Bridge is the only non-wheelchair accessible installation, as it takes place on a bridge with steep steps. You may view it from the
ground, but it also has some striking lighting effects.The trail will open just hours after the city hosts an online event to reflect on the impact a year of lockdown has had on Liverpool and its communities.The River of Light Trail is part of the annual programme from Culture Liverpool, the Liverpool City Council team responsible for the city’s arts and culture.This celebratory light trail is designed to take elements of the popular River of Light event to provide hope and light to the residents of the city, as a symbol of recovery.The River of Light has been involved in some intense planning to make sure all Covid safety measures are in place, across the walking-friendly loop. Do not travel from outside the Liverpool City Region to this event. Hopefully later this year, the River of Light will be back on and visitors from the nation will be able to visit
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