NVA's Speed of Light project will combine sporting endeavour with visual art, as part of the 2012 Edinburgh International Festival.

During a series of ticketed night-time events, thousands of runners from communities across the UK will activate specially designed light suits, as they run set routes around the historic landmark of Arthur's Seat. Audience members will also be given the chance to generate their own light through bespoke walking staffs, as they make their way to the summit to watch the runners leaving trails of patterned light.

The project will also seek to investigate the physical and emotional aspects of endurance running and the extent to which the power of the mind can override physical pain. A series of related blogs, web portraits, events, lectures and co-commissions will be presented in partnership with eight of the Edinburgh Festivals.

Speed of Light has received investment from Creative Scotland through the National Lottery and is one of only four national projects commissioned as part of Legacy Trust UK’s Community Celebrations programme.

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