Robert Henke: FIRST LIGHT
A slow-burn, underground drone night.
The electronic music pioneer debuts a visionary new audiovisual commission, a complex and powerful surround sound laser performance. In astronomy, first light marks the moment a telescope opens its eye to the cosmos for the very first time. It’s a promise, a glimpse of wonders to come. Here, sound and laser graphics converge on stage. Using a software created specifically for this piece, laser projections transmit evolving, fragmentary shapes and sounds in dialogue. The interplay of precision and predictability with uncertainty and curiosity forms the conceptual cornerstone of the work. Part-artist, part-scientist, Henke is a leading figure in electronic music, also known for his Monolake project and as the co-creator of Ableton Live.
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When and where does Robert Henke: FIRST LIGHT take place?+
The performance occurs on November 7, 2026, at the Barbican Centre, Silk St, London EC2Y 8DS.
What is the format of this performance?+
This is a specialized audiovisual commission featuring complex surround sound integrated with custom-coded laser projections.
How do I get tickets for Robert Henke: FIRST LIGHT?+
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