Orbit is an immersive projection experience created by Rebecca Smith and co-created with young people from Inspire Youth Arts. Projected onto the historic walls of Nottingham Castle, the piece draws inspiration from the Overview Effect - the profound perspective shift astronauts experience when viewing Earth from space.
Orbit explores the delicate balance and interconnectedness of our planet and the wider universe. Blending awe-inspiring visuals with an atmospheric soundscape by Kirk Spencer, it takes audiences on a journey from the explosive birth of the cosmos to the intimate patterns of veins and cells within the human body. In this interplay between the microscopic and the vast, the work reveals the deep connections that bind us all.
Moments of digital noise and environmental crisis punctuate the narrative, giving way to images of nature’s resilience and a blooming sense of harmony and hope. The result is a powerful call to pause, reflect, and see the world - and ourselves - with fresh eyes.
The work attracted over 21,000 visitors across two evenings at Nottingham Light Night 2025, highlighting the strength of community collaboration and the potential of immersive art to spark dialogue and connection.
Commissioned by: Inspire Youth Arts
Audio Composition: Kirk Spencer
Co-Creation: Prototype Inspire Contemporary Dance Group Technical Partner: Lindley Productions
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