Matthew Tosh, the UK's number one firework science presenter, brings his magical and inspiring world of pyrotechnic science to Bradford. Watch as he unreels the STEM and workings behind professional firework displays around the world. See how pyrotechnicians create colours, sound effects and perfectly timed bursts in time to music. Featuring shock waves, flames, sparks, smoke effects and real indoor fireworks, this is an exciting and dramatic show that will guarantee to have you on the edge of your seats.

This event is part of the British Science Festival and booking is open to schools only. The content is suitable for Key Stage 3 students.

This event is supported by Siemens.

Curriculum Links
Science presenter Matthew Tosh is a qualified science teacher and former head of physics. This show illustrates a number of scientific ideas:

Forces
Combustion
Sound waves
Energy transfers
Electron transitions
Circuit theory
Oxidation
Rates of reaction

About the British Science Festival

Celebrate the best of British science. Expand your horizons with four days of free events, talks and performances from across the scientific spectrum.

The 2015 British Science Festival, suported by Siemens, will be hosted by the University of Bradford from 7-10 September. The full programme can be found at the Festival website: www.britishsciencefestival.org

During the Festival there are over 100 free events for adult audiences. The British Science Festival Fringe follows the Festival, taking place from 11-18 September, and is designed to engage and inspire students, young adults and families.

Schools event supported by Siemens: Firework Science with Matthew Tosh