The Utterly Revolting Science Show is the sister show to Rude Science (with different content but similar cheeky, tongue-in-cheek tone and smart, sharp, high-energy delivery). These are world-class sci-comm shows so candidates need to be science communicators at the top of their game, witty and spontaneous, brilliant at delivering spectacular but safe science content aimed at boisterous 5-13yr-olds and parents. Demos include noisy explosions, smoke, food, latex props. You will be the performing lead and your co-presenter will take a larger stage management role. You will need to work seamlessly as a two-person touring team, solving problems as they crop up and making sure that this brilliant show happens twice every performing day to a world-class standard. PLEASE NOTE this role is only open to candidates who have the flexibility to commit to EVERY date that the show is booked in for, plus extra dates as they are booked in (usually with 6 months notice). We understand that this may not suit all applicants, but it is essential. See dates listed so far at www.gastronaut.uk Start date: Cast confirmed Oct, meets in Dec, rehearsals Jan 26, shows from Feb. Dates: 30+ show dates/year across UK (mainly during school holidays), 6x days rehearsals ~15 travel days ~2 paid non-show days (at home). Pay: Show days: £250, other days various rates (detail below) Plus PDs + per-ticket and merch bonuses. Estimated for 49 days: approx £14,000 inc PDs. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Essential Experienced science communicator OR experienced performer with science qualification and demonstrable interest in science communication. Over 25 years old (for driving hire van) Full, clean UK driving licence and clean DBS (we will apply for you) Excellent presentation skills: witty, engaging, confident with young audiences Flexible and available for all tour dates (see schedule: https://gastronauttv.com/utterly-revolting-dates) Desirable Touring theatre experience Understanding of family audiences including children aged 5-13 Practical/technical understanding of live multi-media presentation Knowledge of Mimo Live Knowledge of Health and Safety Understanding of STEM in the curriculum Responsibilities Prep and perform a largely scripted show as lead presenter for 26+ show days in professional theatres (avg. 350 capacity). Deliver meet & greets after each performance and manage merch stand. Support with touring duties: share van driving, get-in, performance, meet-andgreet, de-rig, and technical operation. Run video/audio effects using MimoLive software (training provided). Handle basic troubleshooting, problem-solving, and on-the-road fixes. Attend rehearsals, online training (food/fire safety), and occasional prep sessions. Send the following to [email protected] with the subject Sci-Comm/Performer:Job Summary
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1. CV
2. A link to a short taster video/showreel (a science demo/performance footage/talk)
– preferably 2-5mins.
3. Short, informal, non-AI-generated covering letter.
Please note that references and an Enhanced DBS check will be needed if you are
successful.
More info: www.gastronaut.uk