Because science is often seen as highbrow and inaccessible, the innovative concept of this stand-up comedy is to explain science in a comic way. The Punk Science team will explain ALL of it in 45 minutes!
The Punk Science team comprises: Bradford Gross, Jon Milton, Ben Samuels and Dan Carter-Hope, all of whom have worked as 'explainers' for children at the interactive galleries at the British Museum in London.
All scientific concepts have been researched in advance. Getting the science right before adding the jokes is essential. Here are some examples: The Special Theory of Relativity is expressed in one sentence – moving things are squashed and their time slows down relative to someone watching them! The Punk Science team use a skateboard to show how time slows down the closer you move to the speed of light. You will have lots of opportunity to enjoy yourself!
The show will also explore Einstein the icon, what happened to his brain and why he never quite lived up to the promise of his early work, all in a funny way. Laughter is a learning tool for the Punk Scientists – and for you too!
Laugh as you learn.
A fun way to spend an evening.
Brilliant! If only all science was taught this way.
– An experienced musician and presenter, Brad performed hundreds of gigs in Florida before coming to England. He has specialised in lecture theatre shows such as Supercool and Feel the Force for thousands of schoolchildren at the Science Museum in London. He has also been involved in children’s television and has appeared on a well-known Channel 4 show.
– Jon has written and performed on the BBC Radio 1 comedy show The Milk Run and has made many other radio appearances on BBC7 and BBC Local Radio.
– Mime, street performing, mandolin playing, juggling and acting. Is there anything Ben can't do? Yes. Lots of things.
– Since becoming an actor Dan has toured with the Quantum Theatre for Science and appeared in many fringe comedies, including the famous News Revue at the Canal Café Theatre. He recently played the lead role in the feature film The Wake for Evil Hypnotist Productions.
