Shaping the Future by Regent Street

To mark the iconic moment when the Regent Street Christmas lights will be switched on next Thursday 14th November, Elizabeth Day chats to the mastermind behind the iconic Spirits that soar down the street. Paul Dart from James Glancy Designs takes us on a Christmas journey from the mechanics of the beautiful light installation, to the story behind their creation, drawing on inspiration from the first ever Christmas lights display in London on Regent Street in 1954, as well as potential future experiences to influence the designs and contemplating the role art and design will play in the future of public spaces.

Show Notes

To mark the iconic moment when the Regent Street Christmas lights will be switched on next Thursday 14th November, Elizabeth Day chats to the mastermind behind the iconic Spirits that soar down the street. Paul Dart from James Glancy Designs takes us on a Christmas journey from the mechanics of the beautiful light installation, to the story behind their creation, drawing on inspiration from the first ever Christmas lights display in London on Regent Street in 1954, as well as potential future experiences to influence the designs and contemplating the role art and design will play in the future of public spaces.

What is Shaping the Future by Regent Street?

Launched to celebrate Regent Street’s 200th anniversary year, Shaping The Future is a cultural podcast brought to you directly from this iconic London street that has hosted and helped shaped so many of the cultural milestones over the years. Host Elizabeth Day will take you on a journey across fashion, wellness, art and design, sustainability and more, speaking to experts who are helping to mould the future of these cultural forces today.