| Program Type | Performance |
| Art Form | Theatre |
| Curriculum Connections | STEM | Environmental Awareness |
| Target Grades | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Testimonial
“David had two thousand 2-5th graders on the edge of their seats for the entire hour performance. He tied the STEM curriculum into the performance in a way that engaged and motivated the kids to want to learn more. His humor, use of props and sound effects were top notch! David was easy to work with from beginning to end and I highly recommend his act. Book him! You won't regret it."
A. Roellgen, Caldwell Arts, Broyhill Civic Centre Theatre, Lenoir, NC
A. Roellgen, Caldwell Arts, Broyhill Civic Centre Theatre, Lenoir, NC
Description
Featuring eye-popping demonstrations and spirited audience participation this assembly breaks the old "mad scientist" rut with an innovative nautical twist.
Mariners have pushed knowledge forward ever since humans launched the first log-raft millenia ago, so who better to excite kids' science curiosity than a swashbuckling pirate!?
How are the winds and ocean currents made? How are sailboats propelled? What are the forces behind a cannon ball's flight? Why does a sword whistle as it slices through the air? Are navigation and map-making really math? These and other mysteries are explored and exploded during "Pirate School! The Science of Pirates"
Teacher study guide and activities provided.
Mariners have pushed knowledge forward ever since humans launched the first log-raft millenia ago, so who better to excite kids' science curiosity than a swashbuckling pirate!?
How are the winds and ocean currents made? How are sailboats propelled? What are the forces behind a cannon ball's flight? Why does a sword whistle as it slices through the air? Are navigation and map-making really math? These and other mysteries are explored and exploded during "Pirate School! The Science of Pirates"
Teacher study guide and activities provided.
Objectives
To demonstrate how science helps make our life better.
To inspire students' natural curiosity in STEM-related topics via the thrilling genre of swashbuckling pirates.
To underscore how citizen-scientists and mariners pushed knowledge forward long before the stereotypical lab-coat wearing scientist.
To empower children of all backgrounds to look at science in a new way.
To add value and support to educators after the assembly with follow up activities and experiments.
To inspire students' natural curiosity in STEM-related topics via the thrilling genre of swashbuckling pirates.
To underscore how citizen-scientists and mariners pushed knowledge forward long before the stereotypical lab-coat wearing scientist.
To empower children of all backgrounds to look at science in a new way.
To add value and support to educators after the assembly with follow up activities and experiments.
Pricing Information
One Show: $2132
Back to Back: $3,235
3 Back to Back Shows: $4,410
Back to Back: $3,235
3 Back to Back Shows: $4,410
Video
Program Length
50-60 Minutes
Participants
250
Technical Specifications
• Set Up: 1 hour (performance space must be clear with no students present)
• Break: 15 minutes minimum-60 minutes maximum
• Strike: 45-50 min
• Program Space: Inform David ahead of time if he will be in an Auditorium, Cafeteria Multipurpose room, gym or other.
• Electricity/Wi-Fi: Outlet immediately adjacent to performance area.
• Dressing Room: Ideally yes, however I prefer not to use a public bathroom, and to change as close to the performance as possible. A disused office, supply closet or gym storage will suffice.
• Outside Possible: Only under cover (Pavillion, tent, etc). Not when temperatures are above 80 or below 65 degrees.
• Mobility/Location Needs: Parking near a door, preferably close to the space he will be in. David rolls his equipment on a cart, so he will need an elevator, ramps, or assistance carrying equipment if elevators and ramps are not available.
• Break: 15 minutes minimum-60 minutes maximum
• Strike: 45-50 min
• Program Space: Inform David ahead of time if he will be in an Auditorium, Cafeteria Multipurpose room, gym or other.
• Electricity/Wi-Fi: Outlet immediately adjacent to performance area.
• Dressing Room: Ideally yes, however I prefer not to use a public bathroom, and to change as close to the performance as possible. A disused office, supply closet or gym storage will suffice.
• Outside Possible: Only under cover (Pavillion, tent, etc). Not when temperatures are above 80 or below 65 degrees.
• Mobility/Location Needs: Parking near a door, preferably close to the space he will be in. David rolls his equipment on a cart, so he will need an elevator, ramps, or assistance carrying equipment if elevators and ramps are not available.