The Butterfly Wheel presents
"Behind the Veil" - An Evening of Live music & Ceremony
Hosted by Ryan Hewitt
With Live Sacred Geometric Visual Art from Sama Mara
You're cordially invited to an immersive ceremonial event that fuses the magic of live music, ancient wisdom, and mindful exploration.
Taking place within the historic Round Chapel in Hackney, London, this evening promises to transport attendees to a world of tranquillity and transformation.
Leave behind the strains of everyday life and fully embrace the present moment in a captivating atmosphere meticulously curated for your enrichment. Grant yourself permission to be swept away on an odyssey of the heart and mind.
The journey will begin with a Blue Lotus tea ceremony, designed to awaken the realms of your imagination. This ancient and revered ceremony ushers in the potential for deep relaxation and connection, an experience steeped in the heritage of Egypt's Blue Lotus and its historical reverence as a gateway to the divine.
What is Blue Lotus?
This elixir is renowned for its capacity to usher meditative states and vivid dreams, inviting you to connect with the subtle energies and wisdom of the flower. Each sip serves as a conduit for profound introspection and enlightenment.
Sacred Music from 'The Butterfly Wheel’
Guiding you through a transformative and contemplative journey, The Butterfly Wheel's music possesses the power to evoke emotions that lie dormant within, establishing a potent emotional connection. As you surrender to their melodies and engage with the themes they navigate, you may find yourself transported to alternate realms of thought. At the forefront of this sonic voyage is the hauntingly captivating voice of Alice Ancient.
Each musical composition draws inspiration from specific ancient philosophies and myths, artfully transmuting their teachings into notes and chords that penetrate the very core of your being.
“Behind the Veil" promises to be an event that transcends the ordinary, enveloping you in a tapestry of sights, sounds, and emotions that linger long after the night draws to a close.
Join us in this immersive evening of discovery, where the realms of music, mindfulness, and ancient traditions converge to guide you toward new horizons of awareness and self-understanding.
Ryan Hewitt, host of the podcast 'In The Shed with Ryan' will be hosting the evening and leading you through a short meditation to welcome you into the space.
Sama Mara - Visual Artist
Sama Mara (UK) is an award-winning Visual Artist and Geometer. His research has been guided by his two-decade-long inquiry into the relationship between music and visual arts. This exploration eventually led him to study traditional geometry, particularly from Islamic Arts, where he was introduced to the harmony of space’s mathematical and geometric principles.
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Order of Events:
Blue Lotus tea ceremony - Prepared by Marianne McLaughlin (Trained Herbalist)
Welcome meditation - Host Ryan Hewitt
The Butterfly Wheel - Sacred original songs to align the heart and mind
Live visuals by Sama Mara
Closing meditation - Host Ryan Hewitt
Tickets/What to bring:
For the fullest experience we suggest you come alcohol and caffeine-free, this is so the Blue Lotus can be felt. Warm clothing including socks and blankets are recommended.
Seated Balcony option:
These are the wooden pew seats on the balconies looking down onto the performance space. Please bring a cushion and a blanket for comfort.
Laying Down Tickets:
Laying down space on the ground floor.
Please bring a mat and blanket, a pillow and warm clothes for comfort and a bottle of water.
Please note Blue Lotus tea is legal and safe. Our Blue Lotus tea is made by a trained Herbalist who will be able to answer any questions.