The best of Vivid Sydney 2024 around Circular Quay, The Rocks, Tumbalong Park & Darling Harbour

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* Buja Buja Dance: It is a cultural highlight of Vivid Sydney 2024, presented by Indigenous performers. This vibrant dance performance celebrates the rich heritage and traditions of Australia's First Nations people. This event is part of Vivid Sydney's commitment to celebrating and honoring the diverse cultural of the city.

* SYNTHETIC HUM(AI)NITY: This artwork represents a crossroads between humanity and technology, with AI interpreting and blending the two. Its three illuminated facades create a visually spectacular display that explores the evolving relationship between humans and artificial intelligence. This installation not only captivates with its visual brilliance but also prompts reflection on the rapid technological advancements shaping our future​

* Kia Kaleidoscope: This stunning installation transforms the Kia EV5 into a canvas of vibrant, dynamic projections. The visual spectacle showcases a range of motifs, from liquid metal to overgrown vines, emphasizing Kia's commitment to innovation and sustainability​.

* Hika Rakuyo: This installation features an immersive light display that poetically represents the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms (sakura) falling. It blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with contemporary light art, creating a serene and enchanting atmosphere​.

* Neolithic: Located at Tumbalong Park in Darling Harbour, this immersive experience pays homage to Neolithic-era architecture while exploring humanity’s enduring fascination with the cosmos. The installation features a hyper-brilliant LED canopy with geometric patterns reminiscent of ancient art, combined with powerful headlight beams reaching towards the night sky. This blend of ancient and modern elements creates a visually captivating environment that celebrates the creativity connecting our past and future​

* Gumscape with Road and Creatures created by the renowned Australian artist and musician Reg Mombassa, is a surreal and whimsical light installation that transforms Customs House. This piece reimagines the classic Australian road trip, blending the familiar with the fantastical as retro-futuristic robots, one-eyed koalas, and other quirky creatures come to life in vibrant projections. The installation features Mombassa's signature style, filled with playful yet thought-provoking imagery that challenges viewers to reflect on Australian identity and culture.

* Lighting of the Sails: Echo created by Julia Gutman is a mesmerizing display that transforms the iconic Sydney Opera House sails into a canvas of animated storytelling. The artwork reinterprets the myth of Narcissus from Ovid’s Metamorphoses, exploring themes of self-reflection and inner discovery. Utilizing centuries-old textile techniques, Gutman animates donated fabrics, creating a narrative that follows a young protagonist as she navigates through fantastical landscapes made of satin, denim, and hessian.

* Sea, Sand and Stars at Museum of Contemporary Arts brings the beauty of Australia's beaches and oceans to life with dazzling lights. Visitors can walk through a magical underwater scene, where sandy shores and waves are lit up with colorful patterns.