Between the Trees

​Between the Trees is an interactive, performance-installation, which uses creative coding inspired by the intricate connectivity of mycelium, 'the internet of the forest'. Miniature ecospheres, suspended within the canopy of a tree, when touched, trigger a collective symphony of light and sound. 
Between the Trees forms a shared, musical instrument. Guided by a surprising creature from the forest-undergrowth, participants create original compositions together in real time. Participants of all ages are enticed into a magical world of music, plants, humans and light.
This playful, immersive experience, gently reminds us of our connectedness to the natural world and each other. 
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 Collaborating artists: 

Melinda Hetzel - artistic director
Steph O'Hara - interactive system design / composer  soh.la
Paul Lim - interactive lighting design / production management  additive.lighting
Claire Hetzel - ecosphere design / horticulturalist / social ecologist
Nick Barlow - performer / costume design  niow
Justine Warner - performer
Cassandra Fumi & Tennessee Mynott-Rudland - stage management 
Rainbow Sweeny - original set design
​Richard Chambers - graphic design
Pia Johnson - photography


Between the Trees premiered as part of Glow Winter Arts Festival 2018 and has since featured in Melbourne Zoo's Neon Playground 2019 and Morwell International Rose Garden Festival 2019. c

Premiere season was proudly supported by the City of Stonnington. Arts and Cultural Sponsorship recipient 2018/19.

Photos: Pia Johnson, Sarah Jane, Melinda Hetzel, Cassandra Fumi