Fire and Light
Over the last few months, Cambridge University has been holding a series of events to celebrate the 800th anniversary of its founding, by a group of scholars from Oxford. The latest event was a light show designed by light artist Ross Ashton, projected onto Senate House and Old Schools (the official centre of the university). This was a montage of images and video, covering the key points of the history of the university, and the discoveries and ideas that it has helped bring into the world.
In addition, the Cambridge University Fire Troupe performed a display - essentially a dance with fire, portraying a rather abstract view of the history of the university. The 'history' bit was of course pretty tenuous, but it was a spectacular show - with some very impressive moves. Ever tried hula-hooping with a burning hoop? Around your neck?
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