AURA: An Immersive Odyssey of Breathtaking Proportions

Grace Cathedral is already one of Nob Hill's best reasons to look up, but AURA gives you a very different excuse. For 45 minutes, Moment Factory's projection mapping turns the cathedral's stonework into a shifting canvas of light, color and original music, with sequences that move from storms and crashing waves to blooming ceilings and star-filled skies. The clever part is how closely the visuals work with the building itself, making the architecture part of the show rather than just an impressive backdrop. Arrive early for the 15-minute interactive exploration, which uses a web app to point out details of the cathedral before the main presentation begins. Select dates also include live music before the show. It is a polished, visually ambitious way to spend an evening in Nob Hill, particularly if you have never seen Grace Cathedral illuminated quite like this.