The tree is lit, the skating rink is shining and there are dozens of local vendors selling cute gifts, but Philadelphia City Hall will look a little less festive this holiday season: The “Deck the Hall” light show isn’t returning, Technical.ly has confirmed.
After six years illuminating the west facade with colorful, shape-shifting animation, the show was discontinued “due to funding challenges,” according to JoAnn Loviglio, a Center City District spokesperson.
The “Deck the Hall” installation — which debuted in November 2017 and returned each fall thereafter, even during pandemic lockdowns — was the work of Klip Collective, a Bok-based company that uses projections, lighting and sound design to create immersive experiences.
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