Harsco Science Center : Big Science Theatre



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Big Science Theatre
Big 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.

Click here for information on Big Science Theatre Demonstrations.

Specialty gases for shows and demonstrations
provided by Airgas, Inc.

Program Schedule

Now Showing (Through 12/31/2007)

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.

The Holiday Story Corner
Your favorite holiday stories as only Big Science Theatre could tell them. Join us daily, Monday through Friday at 11am and 2pm, and Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for stories to warm the heart.

On Saturdays, come for a special Holiday Story Corner with our friends from Starbucks, as we tell a special double feature of stories with samples of hot cider and hot chocolate.

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