Fusion Science Theater (FST)

What is FST?

Basically Fusion Science Theater is a science play. FST takes a new approach to teaching science. The shows are in a play setting with entertaining characters, flashy demos and an exciting set. The shows are structured around a single scientific question. With the help of the characters, the audience is guided through the scientific method to answer the question presented at the beginning of the show. Demos, act-it-outs and voting are used to keep the audience interested, excited and most importantly learning.

These shows were first developed and performed by the Fusion Science Theater team. SPICE has teamed up with the FST team and SPICE is now able to perform two different shows.

Visit the Fusion Science Theater Website for more information.

The Boiling Point Show
"The Boiling Point" investigates what happens to water when it boils allowing kids to work through the steps of a scientific inquiry, including observation, hypotheses, models and experiments. This show is aimed at students ages 5-11 (although it has been performed for and enjoyed by audiences of all ages) and has a duration of about 45 minutes.

The Burning Question
Using the game show theme "The Burning Question" investigates combustion. Kids learn about the fire triangle and what causes combustion to be make a louder bomb. This show also allows kids to work through the scientific inquiry steps. This show is also aimed at students ages 5-11 and has a duration of about 30 minutes.