Science Show Database

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Interested in getting a science show to come to your venue? Science shows are a fun way to get your local community involved in Science Week. The following database is compiled so that you can browse through the profiles listed and if you would like them to come to your community centre / library / school etc. you can contact them directly yourself. (The database is not designed as a booking system.)

To navigate the database you can search for shows by subject (e.g. chemistry) or audience type (e.g. primary level) so that you can find the best fit for your event.

Enjoy the fun!

Roadshows by Christine Campbell
Bright Sparks
Performer:
Christine Campbell
Subject:
Physics
Duration:
60 minutes
Audience Category:
Primary School

Description:

This lecture explores electricity – starting with static and what it is, current electricity from the first batteries with frog’s legs through electromagnetism to motors and modern day generators. This show can be adapted to a classroom visit suitable for 3rd – 6th class. During class visits all the children participate in an investigation.

Age Group: 10 to 12

Anyone 4 Science

Anyone 4 Science

Roadshows by Christine  Campbell
The Mystery Of Flight - Science or Magic
Performer:
Christine  Campbell
Subject:
Physics
Duration:
1 hour
Audience Category:
Children and Adults
Telephone:
087 6749608

Description:

What is flying? Air air - is there anything there? Is lighter than air flight possible? How do aircraft fly - science or magic? Bernoulli vs Newton - whose theory is correct? Find the answers to all these questions and more...

Age Group: Suitable for All

Science is a Roller Coaster
Performer:
Christine  Campbell
Subject:
Physics
Duration:
1 hour
Audience Category:
Children and Adults
Telephone:
087 6749608

Description:

Mindless fun or a real life scientific experience? Learn all about energy and forces and perhaps change the way you think about the fairground for ever.

Age Group: Suitable for All

Fantastic Physics
Performer:
Christine  Campbell
Subject:
Physics
Duration:
1 hour
Audience Category:
Children and Adults
Telephone:
087 6749608

Description:

Can you use physics to lift and adjust, make magnets hover, blow up a bin bag using just one breath, prove there is energy in food, make a teabag fly or use mentos sweets to cause a geyser? Learn all about these 'tricks' and the science behind them.

Age Group: Suitable for All

Roadshows by Rosie Campbell
Animal Magic
Performer:
Rosie Campbell
Subject:
Life Science
Duration:
60 minutes
Audience Category:
Children and Adults
Telephone:
087 6243546, 063 98777

Description:

An interactive, educational, experience. Our road shows bring wildlife to you and help to unlock the magic of Nature. Not only are they inspirational and educational but are also great fun for both young & old. 

Age Group: Suitable for all

Luke the Barn Owl

Luke the Barn Owl

Buster the Fox

Buster the Fox

Aslam & Rosie

Aslam & Rosie

Roadshows by Catherine Daly
Super Furry Animals
Performer:
Catherine Daly
Subject:
Life Science
Duration:
75 minutes
Audience Category:
Children and Adults
Telephone:
086 8527181

Description:

This is a power point presentation on the mammal species in Ireland which explores the special characteristics of mammals, native and introduced species, predators, prey, food chains, protected species. “Stuffed” specimens are on hand for children to examine and see the special adaptations. Children engage in a quiz, mask and model making.

Age Group: Suitable for all

2 stuffed foxes

2 stuffed foxes

boy touching stuffed animals

boy touching stuffed animals

stuffed mammals

stuffed mammals