THE UK’s biggest, cheekiest,
most inspiring science show
featured on BBC’s blue peter, perfect for 5-14yrs
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TUE 27 OCT 2026
11.30aM & 3PM
Running time 1hr 45m incl interval
Tickets from £19.15
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Looking for an hilarious, unforgettable family show in Ipswich this October half term?
Brace yourselves for BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ revolutionary, high-tech, highly-explosive new show, packed with outrageous science stunts and perfect for ages 5-14...and badly-behaved grown-ups.
On the surface it’s a riot of disgusting experiments built to delight young audiences but under the bonnet it’s a brilliantly-constructed curriculum-driven adventure designed to inspire Britain’s kids with a lasting fascination for science.
Expect enormous bottoms, f*rt machines, snot cocktails, vast whoopee cushions, pee-powered fireworks and ear-wax-oozing mannequins in this celebration fascinating bodily science.
Stefan Gates is an award-winning presenter of 20 TV series, and a STEM author of 12 books.
“Stellar” “Absolutely loved it” “AWESOME” “We had the best time, kids and adults!!”“100% recommend”“AMAZING” “So much fun and we were all learning loads” “Thrilled” “Very funny” “Lots of action and laughter” “Funny, gross education for everyone” “Such a great time”
FAQs
RECOMMENDED AGES?
Ages 5-14 (and adults will have a blast, too). Younger children are welcome, but bear in mind that there’s a lot of sensory stimulation (and lots of revolting science). See below.
IS IT EDUCATIONAL?
Yes - it’s curriculum-driven and hugely educational, making complex biology, physics and chemistry visual and entertaining. It also tackles body-shame and embarrassment about bodily functions. And yes, we do discuss fart acoustics, pee chemistry, snot biology and bum anatomy.
HOW LONG IS THE SHOW?
1hr 45mins including a 20min interval
SHOW WARNINGS
Loud bangs, whole-audience shouting, audience participation, latex balloons, stage fog, edible samples. The show is not suitable for those with latex allergies - apologies.
WILL ADULTS ENJOY IT?
Without question. You WILL join in the screaming and laughter, sit with hands over your eyes and learn a vast amount about the science that nobody ever talks about.
IS IT SUITABLE FOR SEND/AUTISTIC CHILDREN?
Lots of neurodivergent children and adults come along to the show and love it, but bear in mind the show warnings above.
