Matthew Brian Taylor

Science, Magic, Read It, Do It

Do your students like magic, but dislike science? Would you believe that some of the greatest magic tricks ever performed would be impossible without it? Join a magician in pulling great illusions out of a science textbook instead of a top hat. In this tour de force program, learn how a magician makes water do his bidding, captures a genie in a bottle, stirs the wind and creates rings of smoke. All three types of magic-Sleight of Hand, Optical Illusion and Chemical Change-will be demonstrated using basic science principles and safe practices for experiments. Available as a performance or workshop.

Recommended Ages: Grades K-12

Maximum Audience:

• Performance-400

• Workshop-50

Length: 30-45 minutes

Cost:

• Performance-$350 first session/$125 each additional; full day $650

• Workshop-$300 first session/$125 each additional session;
  full day $750

Technical Needs

• Artist Arrival: 45 minutes prior to presentation.
• Organization representative should meet the artist and show him to the presentation area.
• Audience participation: yes, no pre-selection necessary.
• Equipment needed by artist:
  
  • electrical outlet
  • small table
  • a water source (i.e., a nearby sink or water fountain)
• Classroom or large gathering space is suitable for this presentation. Minimum amount of space needed for presentation: 8' x 8' (or front area of standard size classroom)
• Please have drinking water available for the artist.

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Study Guide