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Fire vs Ice Live Science Show

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Visitors laughing during a live science show.

Enjoy exciting, immersive live science shows in our theatre. 

Fire and ice seem like opposites, but they have more in common than you might think.

Fire can burn underwater and ice can boil water! Explore the power and beauty of both in this new live show.

Shows are on at various times throughout the day, show times are available on arrival.

During busy times, we request that you visit the planetarium and Science Theatre once. This is to allow other visitors to enjoy the experience too. Thanks for your consideration.

 

Science Centre Explainer in dimly lit theatre explaining a science demonstration.
See inside the Science Theatre

Live science show highlights

Rainbow icon.

Expect fire tornadoes, ice that melts into a rainbow of colour and some other surprises.

Temperature icon.

Will fire or ice triumph? Find out in this exciting show.

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Enjoy a live science show in our purpose-built theatre, presented by one of our fantastic Explainers.

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Shows change throughout the year, so there’s always something new to enjoy!

Accessibility information

The Science Theatre is a dimly lit area where live shows take place. A limited number of people will be able to go into the theatre at one time, and you will be able to sit within your group. Shows take place several times throughout the day and times are given to visitors on arrival.
 

Levels of music change throughout the show and might be loud in parts. Sometimes, people in the audience might clap or cheer. Ear defenders are available from reception for a refundable deposit. Lights and colours will change throughout the show.

‘The live science show was excellent, my son loved it!’

Gayle, visitor. 

‘The show was brilliant, the host was engaging, and my son had a great time, he loved being able to participate.’

Lesley, visitor. 

‘Absolutely fantastic! The member of staff had us all anticipating the whole thing was excellent.’ 

Helen, visitor. 

Other exhibits or activities you may enjoy

Little Bear is a popular planetarium show for under-7s inside the science centre.
On now
Little Bear: 360° immersive dome show
Included in science centre ticket
Especially for under-7s
Set aside about 10 minutes