The Science of Hogwarts: Magical Forces & Enchanting Experiments
Full of experiments, facts, and fun magical ways to bring Science2Life!
This show covers the following themes and topics:
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Properties and uses of a range of materials
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Forces and motion — focusing on the “magical” and invisible pulling and pushing forces of gravity, electric forces, and magnetic forces
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Energy and energy changes
🐇✨ Step Into the Science of Hogwarts
Enter a world where the rules of physics feel like spells, where potions bubble mysteriously, and
A magical moment on stage as the wizard-scientist demonstrates the power of the Incendio wand during the Hogwarts magic show.
where objects fly, float, and vanish right before your eyes!
Inspired by the magical classroom atmosphere of Hogwarts, the Science of Hogwarts show blends dramatic storytelling with dynamic demonstrations to reveal the true science behind the magic.
Whether performed in a school hall, theatre, festival tent, or corporate event space, this Hogwarts-inspired experience transforms any venue into a magical academy where every demonstration reveals real STEM principles.
What Happens in The Science of Hogwarts Show
Participants of all ages will take part in an unforgettable, interactive adventure where they will:
🪄 Levitate and hover objects using forces, pressure, and airflow
3/5/2023; Scifest Event Photographs, TU Dublin, Blanchardstown. Pic credit; Damien Eagers
🪄 Make liquids “disappear” through surprising scientific principles
🪄 Unleash enchanted energy to send items flying across the room
🪄 Investigate floating, spinning, and balancing effects
🪄 Explore real engineering challenges that feel like spell-craft
🪄 Use curiosity, observation, and logic to decode each “magic trick”
🎪 Famous Magic & Circus Skills — Brought to Life With Science
The Science of Hogwarts is packed with volunteer-led demonstrations, enabling Scientific Sue to recreate many iconic magic and circus tricks.
✨ The physics of inertia is spectacularly explored using a tablecloth and some very precious teapots.
✨ Audiences meet Ernest the Bear, who performs an extraordinary unicycle stunt down a razor-thin tightrope — but what scientific secret keeps him balanced?
Ernest the unicycling bear bravely pedals across the tightrope in the spectacular finale of the show.
✨ Each trick is a theatrical reveal of real-world forces, engineering principles, and energy transfers.
These moments not only amaze — they also encourage participants to think critically and see the world through the eyes of a curious young wizard or engineer.
Educational Links
The Science of Hogwarts show supports:
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KS1, KS2 & KS3 — Forces, Materials, Energy & Electricity
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Scientific enquiry skills
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STEM problem-solving and creative thinking
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Literacy links through storytelling, drama, and role-play
⚙️ Tailored for Every Audience
Although the Science of Hogwarts show is offered across all age and ability ranges, the demonstration content and scientific language vary significantly depending on who is watching.
When booking, it’s helpful to specify the age and ability of your intended audience so that Scientific Sue can perfectly pitch both the magic and the science.
This is also a fantastic show to book simply for the joy and spectacle of science and engineering — pure fun, pure wonder, pure Science2Life!
By the end, everyone will discover that science is the real magic — and that anyone can learn to cast their own “spells” through curiosity and experimentation.
A spectacular, high-energy, laughter-filled show that truly brings Science2Life!