What type of things does Jon do? Choose from shows and science busking performance, hands-on workshops, talks, and training sessions related to science communication and public engagement with research.
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‘Ghosts in the Machines’ is the current show. What happens when we turn out the lights? A (not too scary) look at how ghost hunters use technology to find spooks, and how it really works. What is the paranormal? Can we even examine it with a scientific mind? How do ghost hunters claim technology provides evidence of ghosts and what are they actually measuring? How can normal things can appear scary? If the camera never lies, how are we AND technology bamboozled by natural things? Enjoy our adventure, then you can decide for yourselves. Some chemistry, physics, psychology and a little live coding await you. This IS a family show, so don’t panic. We will not be invoking demons to join us. There are no chances of us encountering a real ghost… hopefully.
Shows are typically one hour, demo-based and suitable for large audiences. Two versions of Ghosts in the Machines exist for either primary, or adult/12+ audiences. If you want more information, it can be found in the Key Information Pack for this show (If Windows refuses to download the zip file, right-click on the erroneous warning and select ‘Keep’, then ‘Keep anyway’.)
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Typical day rates are £550 a day for up to four shows, bearing in mind time to reset between each show. Additional charges for travel and/or accommodation may be required depending on location and length of day required. Audiences can be large as video projection can be used to ensure everyone gets close to the action.
UPCOMING EVENTS
15th – 17th MAY 2025 – LANCASHIRE SCIENCE FESTIVAL
It returns after a year off. I’m returning with the updated versions of the show. Audiences loved it last time, so excited to see how they warm to this one. Yes, we’re having both primary and adult versions of the show.
3rd JUNE 2025 – CHELTENHAM SCIENCE FESTIVAL
Me and Sarah Bearchell are bringing a day of shows to schools, SEND and home educator audiences. Think of a mashup between The Cloud Factory and the Air show. Ooo, I know, right!
27th JUNE 2025 – SCIFEST, WOLVERHAMPTON
Delighted to be bringing Ghosts to SciFest for the first time. Previously brought busking and workshops, but this will be the first time I’ve performed shows for my old University. I’m bringing the 12+ version of the show.