In an era of accelerating biodiversity loss, countless plant and flower species are vanishing at an alarming rate. How might we retell their stories and honor their significance? If these lost species could return as embodied beings, what messages would they carry for the future?

Throughout Easter, CC will present Ghost Flower Ritual, a new cross-disciplinary performance project conceived by Danish visual artist Cecilia Fiona (b. 1997) in collaboration with composer Sophie Søs Meyer (b. 1991) and the Athelas Sinfonietta classical music ensemble. The project unfolds as an immersive sensory installation that combines painting, sculpture, costumes, music, and dance, brought to life through a series of live concert performances.

Ghost Flower Ritual is inspired by an alchemical myth about a scientist who burns a flower, only to witness it sprouting anew from its ashes. Fiona’s sculptures, paintings and costumes will be activated by musicians and performers, inviting audiences to experience an occult ritual that intertwines flower spirits, the biodiversity crisis, and the hope of resurrection.

Ghost Flower Ritual will premiere at CC on 10 April 2025 and be performed live on another six occasions. The performance runs about 45 minutes.

It’s free to join, but remember to get your ticket in advance here

Performance dates and times:

• Saturday 12 April, 14:00 and 16:00
• Thursday 17 April, 18:00 and 20:00
• Saturday 19 April, 14:00 and 16:00