We used to own the night. Now we’re simply leasing it. These spaces will only die if we let them, though. It’s a difficult place we are in. The work/life balance doesn’t leave many with the desire or energy to go dancing as often as they used to. Others sacrifice their nightlife due to the housing crisis making one choose between leisure and comfort. Licenses and bills make it hard for club owners to cater to organisers who want to put events on frequently. With all of this and more going against our spaces, every single person who steps on a dance floor brings light in.

The aim of this installation is to bring awareness to the current state of Irish Nightclubs and how they are in decline. Through Audio-Visual Interactivity, the team who worked on this project want to highlight the importance of supporting one’s local venues. Current legislation doesn’t make it attractive or easy for new clubs to emerge or even long-standing ones to survive, however the onus is on those who want to keep enjoying this beloved activity.

“You Bring Light In” is a collaborative effort from Technical University of the Shannon, Music Production & Technology Final Year students Vitor Cruz Ó Fátharta and Joe Cawley, and Limerick School of Art & Design Final Year Painting student Jodie Galvin.