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Science TheatreBig Science Theatre, Whitaker Center’s in-house troupe of professional actors, employs innovative, interpretive teaching techniques to educate visitors about science and technology. Big Science Theatre’s high-energy programs exemplify the intersection of science and the arts and invite students to actively learn through entertaining, educational presentations by professional performers using theatrical sets, props and lights.
Programs average 15 to 20 minutes in length and take place in Harsco Science Center. Shows are free with paid admission to Harsco Science Center; however, seating is limited. Ask about scheduling Big Science Theatre programs when you book your school visit.
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Big Science Theatre Demonstrations.
Program Schedule
September-December 2007
Nutrition Expedition
Help Inspector Dot Gov explore the halls of the late Newt Richen’s semi-haunted
mansion in search of the Food Pyramid—but beware of the Munchies, Fads, and a suspiciously sneaky groundskeeper, Mel Nourisht. (PA Academic Standards: 10.1.3C; 10.2.3C; 10.2.3D; 10.5.3D) Underwritten by Highmark Blue Shield.
Going to Extremes
Launch yourself into this demonstration about what it takes to survive in the
extreme conditions found on other planets, led by adventurous astronaut Buzz M.
Mallow. (PA Academic Standards: 3.2.4A; 3.3.4A; 3.4.4D)
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January-June 2008
Turtle Hurdles and Rabbit Habits
Welcome to the 20-year reunion of Habitat High. Still smarting from their last race, Hare has challenged Tortoise once again, but has Hare learned his lesson or are his habits too ingrained? Will Tortoise be able to compete in an even longer race? Audience members will help Tortoise and Hare train for their marathon and their lives. (PA Academic Standards: 10.3.3D; 10.4.3A; 10.4.3B; 10.4.3C; 10.4.3D; 10.4.3E; 10.5.3D)
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The Many and Wondrous
Adventures of Splish and Splash
During a trip to Earth, twin raindrops fall from the sky and are swept into the water cycle. Join Splish and Splash as they discover how water is used and misused by humans. Performed with permission from the Science Museum of Minnesota. (PA Academic Standards: 3.5.4C; 3.5.4D)
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