Votive Church Vienna: Light of Creation Immersive Light Show

Additional Information & Description

Light of Creation transforms Vienna’s Votive Church with an immersive light show inspired by Genesis. Across 30 minutes, the creation story unfolds through projections and specially composed music, bringing a contemporary performance into the setting of the Votivkirche.

The creation story in six acts

The program traces the creation of the universe through six acts, beginning with the appearance of light and progressing to the growth of life. That sequence gives the show a clear narrative: the changing images follow stages of creation rather than presenting an unrelated series of visual effects. The ancient story provides the framework for the entire performance, with each act contributing to its progression.

Projections within historic architecture

Projection technology changes the church through light and color, placing the building’s historical architecture within the visual presentation. The setting is part of what you watch, not simply a venue around a screen. Intricate architecture and craftsmanship provide the physical backdrop to the modern technology, creating a direct contrast between the church’s built details and the projected imagery.

A score composed for the show

The music was written specifically for Light of Creation. It moves from sounds evoking the Big Bang to the story’s key moments, giving the visual sequence an accompanying musical structure. Sound forms part of the presentation alongside the projections, so the performance develops through what you hear as well as what you see.

Your ticket and arrival

The ticket includes entry to Light of Creation at the Votive Church on Rooseveltplatz in Vienna. Tickets are delivered instantly, and smartphone tickets are accepted. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the performance; the show itself lasts 30 minutes. These are separate timings, so allow for the advance arrival as well as the full running time when planning your visit.