PERTH FIRST: a surreal month at Claremont Quarter
Claremont Quarter is no stranger to style, but this month the luxe shopping destination is taking things to luminous new heights. Airship Orchestra is a surreal, larger-than-life art installation lighting up the precinct and turning an ordinary shopping trip into a whimsical experience.
Created by Melbourne-based art and technology studio ENESS, Airship Orchestra is an internationally acclaimed installation that has enchanted audiences from Washington D.C. to Hong Kong, and now, lands in Perth for the first time on 21 May. Until 17 June, visitors can step into this glowing fantasy and meet the 16 inflatable beings scattered across Claremont Quarter, each one pulsing with light, sound and a touch of otherworldly charm.
Towering up to six metres tall, the illuminated characters are paired with a soundscape that feels both ancient and futuristic. Whether you're wandering through with kids in tow or solo, the installation invites playful interaction and moments of stillness.
And for the first time ever, Claremont Quarter is unveiling a six-metre-wide community colouring floor mural, offering a space where visitors of all ages can get creative. Inspired by the shapes and stories of the Airship Orchestra, the collaborative artwork encourages passers-by to slow down, grab a crayon and leave their mark.
All this comes as part of Claremont Quarter's broader commitment to turning retail into an immersive cultural experience. In an era where shopping centres are evolving into lifestyle destinations, Airship Orchestra marks a moment where art, play and placemaking intersect.
And after you've checked out the installation, you'll find Claremont Quarter's reimagined dining strip, The Laneway, is now home to a growing list of eateries including Yo-Chi and Izakaya Gin. From brunch favourites to new dinner menus, it's the perfect place to soak up the atmosphere.
What makes this event truly special is how seamlessly it blends the fantastical with the everyday. You might come for groceries or a quick coffee, but you'll stay to marvel at a series of other-worldly inflatable beings, backflipping and crawling throughout the centre.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, Claremont Quarter is inviting you to pause, play and look at your surroundings a little differently.
Airship Orchestra is free to experience and open daily from 21 May until Tuesday 17 June from 8am - 9pm. Visit the website to find out more.
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