Borealis

Dublin Castle

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BOREALIS, a mesmerising installation of light and sound, will bring the experience of an aurora borealis to Dublin Castle’s Upper Courtyard every night during Bram Stoker Festival 2022, from Friday 28th October until Monday 31st October.

An artwork by internationally renowned Swiss artist Dan Acher, BOREALIS has wowed hundreds of thousands of people across the globe. Its lush visuals and soundscape utterly transforms the sky above your head and time seems to slow down as you gaze at the mesmerising lights in a breath-taking experience of true awe and wonder.

Throughout the ages, humankind has been enchanted by this natural phenomenon in the night sky; in some cultures, these flickering, dancing lights were seen as a sign of impending doom; in others, they were thought to be ancient ancestors communicating with their living descendants. Indeed, Stoker references dark clouds, strange weather and unexplainable lights in the sky to foreshadow the doom and destruction unleashed by Dracula in Whitby and beyond.

Combining a tranquil soundtrack with colourful, moving light beams in a blend of technology and art, Borealis inspires shared emotions in the centre of a city by creating something truly magical and surprising – something that shouldn’t naturally be there – and creates a sense of community by bringing together people from all walks of life for this truly unique experience.

This spectacular immersive installation, inspired by the Northern Lights, will take place in the Upper Courtyard in Dublin Castle where Bram Stoker once worked.

BOREALIS is kindly supported by The Office of Public Works which manages Dublin Castle.

All ages (Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent / guardian)

This is an outdoor event. Please dress appropriately. We advise wearing flat shoes as the courtyard is partially cobbled.