Performance Descriptions

Show times and locations vary from day to day, so check at the box office when you arrive for a complete schedule. If you are planning a Field Trip you can inquire when calling to book your trip.

Cryogenics - The Big Chill
Join us in this demonstration of its chilling feats and freezing cold temperatures.

Cleaning Our Water with Nanotechnology - written by Karine Thate
Learn how and why we purify our water and investigate three new technologies for water purification.

Don't Call Me Monkey - written and directed by Patricia Choate
Meet the great apes and learn exactly what makes an ape an ape.

Fermentation Demonstration - by Michael Ritchie & Richard Rousseau
Investigate the chemistry and history of beer.

Fire Triangle
Join us for a combustion demonstration and witness the impact fire has on the three basic forms of matter.

The Fuss About Fracking - written by the Museum of Science, Boston
There are a lot of headlines, protests and arguments about regulating natural gas drilling. Especially drilling that involves the fracking of deep layers of shale rock. So why are people so angry? Join us to examine the facts about fracking.

I'm No Einstein!
At every show you'll have the opportunity to meet a different scientist from the past... but no Einstein!

Nine in One
Enjoy a Hmong folktale featuring a forgetful tiger and a clever bird.

Planet Earth Decision Theatre - written by Stephanie Long
Did you know humans are now the dominant force of change on the planet? Cast your vote about the future health of our planet in this interactive presentation.

Polar Bear Journey
Take an imaginary trip to the Arctic Circle and meet a polar bear puppet and her two playful cubs.

Suitcase Science - directed by Randy Reyes
Science is everywhere! You can find it in the things you use every day. Meet the Object Whisperer and explore the science of stuff.

The Way the Ball Bounces - written by Holly W. Kerby of Fusion Science Theatre
Participate in the scientific process! In this comedic performance, we will ask a question, hypothesize, experiment, model, and demonstrate our results.

Wonder Brain
The human brain is an organ of endless wonder, and so much of this wonder happens when children are young. Explore how young brain development impacts us all. This program complements the Wonder Years exhibition and is a great show for adults.