Presented by Ensonglopedia

A madcap musical comedy about light, science and friendship for all ages.  

Thirty years ago, childhood friends Rod and Iris played an ill-fated gig at their school science fair. Today their band is reuniting for a one-off anniversary extravaganza. Will their experiment succeed, or will uncontrolled variables force them to abandon their hypothesis? 

‘Light Fantastic!’ is the brand new show by Ensonglopedia.  It is written and performed by award-winning science-singer-songwriter John Hinton, and award-winning comedian/performer Laura Mugridge. John’s previous science-inspired shows at Cambridge Junction have included his trilogy of musical comedies about Charles Darwin, Albert Einstein and Marie Curie.   

The music is a mix of electronic dance music, rap and pop – think Daft Punk or the Chemical Brothers.  The science is fact-checked by Diamond Light Source and Sussex University, and aligns with the national curriculum in science for 11-14 year olds, though the show will be enjoyed by all ages from 7 to adult. 

Reviews of ‘Light Fantastic!’:

“It is delivered with energy, enthusiasm and passion and is packed with scientific facts and audience participation… lots of laughs, clever lyrics and fun beats”
– WeLoveBrighton.com

“Very catchy… underpinned by some excellent animations and graphics… It’s brilliant!”
– British Theatre Guide

Written & performed by John Hinton & Laura Mugridge
Directed by Kat Joyce 
Costume & Props: Sarah Walpole
Orchestrations: Michael Hinton
Mixing & Mastering: Vlad Sokolov
Lighting Designer: Mat Beckett 
Producers: Charlotte Mackie & Tamzin Aitken 
Poster Design: Laura Swaddle
Animations by John Hinton, Sam Barrett & Rocket Artists
Expert Advisors: Dr Darren Baskill & Dr Maria Clara Castellanos (University of Sussex), Katy Pallister & Grant Watt (Diamond Light Source), Prof Andrew Liddle & Marina Cortês (University of Lisbon)
Funded by Arts Council England and the Science & Technology Facilities Council 

Suitable for all ages from 7. Aimed at 11-14 years olds

Duration: 55 minutes (no interval) + Q&A

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