The Bridgwater Town Deal program is thrilled to announce the UK debut of Luke Jerram’s latest creation, ‘The Fallen Moon,’ at the Bridgwater Docks. This stunning installation will be on display from Monday, 14 October to Sunday, 3 November, ahead of the docks’ much-anticipated regeneration.
Throughout history, the moon has inspired artists, poets, scientists, writers, and musicians worldwide. ‘The Fallen Moon’ continues this tradition, offering a mesmerizing fusion of lunar imagery, moonlight, and surround sound composition by BAFTA award-winning composer Dan Jones. The installation will be illuminated on the water each evening from 5:30pm to 8:30pm, creating a captivating experience for all visitors.
The artwork, a 10-meter diameter replica of the Moon, is 350,000 times smaller than the real Moon and features an internally lit surface where each centimetre represents 3.5km of the Moon’s surface.
Created using NASA data, ‘The Fallen Moon’ aims to inspire and connect people by reflecting the cultural and scientific significance of the Moon.
Event Schedule:
- Monday, 14th October
- 1:00pm: Luke Jerram introduces the Fallen Moon Project and takes questions about his work at Bridgwater Arts Centre (Ticketed).
- 6:00pm – 7:00pm: The launch of ‘The Fallen Moon’ with live music from local band Tongues of Fire at Bridgwater Docks.
- Tuesday, 15th October to Sunday, 3rd November
- 5:30pm – 8:30pm: The Fallen Moon animates each evening at Bridgwater Docks.
- Thursday, 17th October
- 5:00pm – 9:00pm: ‘Full Moon over the Fallen Moon’ with Night Market at Bridgwater Docks.
- Sunday, 20th October
- 11:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm: Families program with Planetarium Shows at Bridgwater Town Hall and Bridgwater Docks (Ticketed).
- Monday, 21st October
- Schools Program.
- Friday, 1st November and Saturday, 2nd November
- All day: The Illuminated ‘Carnival Moon’ at Bridgwater Docks.
Join us for this unique opportunity to experience the beauty and wonder of the Moon in a way you’ve never seen before.
For more information and to book tickets for specific events, please visit Bridgwater Arts Centre
