Liverpool Cathedral to showcase artwork from schools across the city during Light Before Christmas

The Light Before Christmas makes its return to Liverpool Cathedral this November and will be featuring festive artworks from schools across the region.

Adding a new dimension this year, the entrance to the light show will feature festive artwork created by pupils from over 30 schools as part of a city-wide art project initiated by the Cathedral.

The unique project will see schools from across the Liverpool City Region and Diocese take part by creating their own drawings of how they interpret this year’s theme: The Gift, whether it’s a Christmas present, the gift of joy, or simply spending time with friends and family during the festive season. These artworks will be displayed throughout the entrance via the Gilbert Scott Suite, inviting visitors to soak up the warmth and magic of Christmas before beginning an awe-inspiring journey punctuated by stunning projections and mesmerising soundscapes, as the Cathedral is transformed into a luminous wonderland.

Through its school outreach programme and art project, Liverpool Cathedral aims to showcase 33 pieces of artwork throughout the nine-day show. Pupils from participating schools such as Garston CE Primary, Trinity St Peter’s CE Primary, Barlows Primary School, St Sebastian Catholic School and St Patrick’s Catholic Primary, to name but a few, will be invited to see their creations on display in-situ at the Cathedral and share in the magic of Light Before Christmas, which is expected to draw around 30,000 visitors.

Designed by the world-renowned Luxmuralis team, this year’s theme has been carefully chosen to reflect several elements: the gift of peace, the gift of Christmas, and how the Cathedral was gifted to the city by the same people who built it.

To bring the theme to life, Liverpool Cathedral is also hosting a city-wide treasure hunt, inviting the public to discover hidden gifts across a number of Liverpool’s most iconic and well-loved locations. Clues will be shared on Liverpool Cathedral’s social media channels throughout the day and prizes include vouchers and tickets to Light Before Christmas.

Yvonne Pearson, Education Officer at Liverpool Cathedral, said: 

“I am delighted to welcome students from across the city to showcase their artwork in one of Liverpool’s most iconic buildings. Teachers have already told us that many of the pupils are excited by the thought of so many people seeing their work on display. Light Before Christmas has become a firm favourite in Liverpool’s Christmas calendar, and by introducing this new element, we hope to inspire school children each year to take part and see their work proudly displayed in the Cathedral.” 

Don’t miss your chance to make Light Before Christmas part of your festive schedule this year – join Liverpool Cathedral in bringing the holiday magic to the city and sharing the gift of peace and joy this Christmas. 

Tickets are going fast so booking early is advised to avoid disappointment.

Find out more information on the Liverpool Cathedral website.

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