Dancing Fountain
The
A living instrument of water, light & music
A living instrument of
water, light & music
The Dancing Fountain is a live, self-choreographing audiovisual artwork in which water and light respond spontaneously to music, transforming sound into movement, colour and emotion.
Nothing is pre-programmed, and no AI is used. Every movement of water, every shift of colour and every lighting effect emerges directly from the music in the moment. No two performances are ever quite the same. But The Dancing Fountain is more than a spectacle. She creates a space where music, water, light and people come together — inviting audiences to pause, stay a while and experience music in a new way.
For some, she is a beautiful and unexpected encounter. For others, she becomes an immersive musical journey, revealing the emotion, drama and detail within each piece of music. However people choose to experience her, there is always something new to discover.
Since 2014, The Dancing Fountain has appeared at more than 100 events across the UK and abroad, from major festivals to intimate gatherings and spontaneous performances.
An ongoing, evolving artwork, The Dancing Fountain is never finished. Her ability to express the emotion, rhythm and instrumentation of music continues to grow — and every performance brings something new to life.
For the night
“This liquid ballet should be on a stage!”
“I never want to see anything else again”
“Crazily beautiful - videos do not give it justice”
“Such a vivid representation of my emotions to the music”
“I think I just had a religious experience”
“Absolutely joyous. Thank you”
“It's really rather sexy”
“The Fountain was a triumph - Thank you”
“This was our favourite stage at the festival’ Secret Garden Party
“One of the best shows here. We couldn't leave” Shambala Festival
‘What a wonderful experience, so unique and magical"
Shindig Festival 2026
Shambala 2026
What it can be
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A micro-venue at a festival
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A show-piece at any event
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A focal point to any event
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An accompanying visual instrument to live music
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A hidden treasure to be discovered
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A surprise event within an event.
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A scheduled ‘show-piece’
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A psychedelic experience
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An Entertainer (instead of a band)
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A chill-out zone
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A Celebration
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She can also float in a lake!
What it shouldn't be
• ‘decor’ to an event• a side-show•
a backdrop for other performances
• a space filler
• placed near traders to attract customers
Performance History
Some of over 100 events since 2014 in the UK and abroad...Booomtown, Shambala, Shindig, Nest, Kyber, Light Night Wigan, Secret Garden Party, Eldorado Festival, Wirley Gig Festival, Middlesbrough “Nightfall”, Light Night Leeds, We Shine - Portsmouth, Latitude, Glastonbury, Glow Light Festival and many private parties, weddings, and spontaneous ‘guerrilla’ gigs...
The Vibe
The Audience Space
Seating is an essential ingredient for the whole experience.
The Dancing Fountain rewards attention. People experience considerably more when they are comfortable enough to remain for several pieces of music rather than simply passing by. Seating therefore isn't merely an audience amenity; it helps create the conditions for the artwork to thrive.
The host should ideally provide seating for a minimum of 60 people. Benches, hay bales or similar informal seating work well.
Standing audiences are, of course, welcome, and the installation can comfortably accommodate 500+ audience members around the seated area.
Music and sound - Music comes first.
The Dancing Fountain is not simply a fountain accompanied by music; she is an audio-visual instrument through which music is explored. Our own shows are therefore carefully curated rather than presented as conventional continuous DJ sets. Music is selected for its emotional, rhythmic and instrumental qualities and for its ability to take the audience on journeys. Our rolling shows are exciting, and audiences get hooked because they never quite know what is coming next...
Our programming ranges widely, with particular strengths in deep electronica,
contemporary classical, ambient, cinematic and eclectic music from around the world. We use individual pieces, pauses, and mood changes intentionally. Silence and breathing spaces are also part of the overall experience.
We provide our own quality sound system for the performances. If The Dancing Fountain is responding to a host stage, live musicians, or another external music source, we will need to work out audio arrangements.
The Headphone Experience
For more intimate events, a particularly deep and powerful connection between the audience, the music and the fountain can be experienced with ‘silent disco’ headsets. An absolute must for special occasions.
Tech Specs
General Specs:
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Overall space needed: a minimum of 30m × 30m
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Ground: reasonably level grass or hard standing, with ideally vehicular access for installation and removal
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Pool: 5.2m diameter, approximately 1m high
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Splash zone: occasional spray may extend approximately 2m beyond the pool edge
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Dry audience zone: 2m from pool edge.
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Preferred viewing area: approximately 7m–30m diameter
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Height clearance: 6m above the fountain
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The location should ideally be as sheltered from wind, competing sounds and lighting. Amongst trees is ideal.
Setting up
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The Dancing Fountain team must agree on the final positioning.
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A full day is required to set up and a half day to pack down.
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*We have PL Insurance*
Requirements from the host
Power - One 240V / 16A supply to the control gazebo - Peak demand: 1kW
Water - Clean mains/tap-water supply is required. Initial fill: approximately 800 litres
Control (Gazebo) position - Space is required for our smart 2.5m × 2.5m gazebo, normally positioned approximately 6–10m from the fountain.
Security and Stewarding - The installation may require security and stewarding
Get in touch
Mark Fox - Co-ordinator:
07540 586422
Alexis Richter - Creator and Event Producer:
07961 101766
Instagram: @dancingfountain
