EVENTS
Below are the events planned for the Autumn programme. You may make a provisional booking for any of these shows by going to the Booking section of the site.
The cost per seat for all shows includes VAT and will be kept as stated below regardless of any future changes in the VAT rate. One teacher may attend the shows free of charge for every 10 of their pupils who attend.
Although we expect all these shows to go ahead as described below, there is a possibility that some of the speakers might change.
| Chatham, Central Theatre, 11 November 2010 (1.00-3.45 only) Ticket price : £6 Speakers : Timandra Harkness (Chair), Matt Parker, Paul Shepherd and Mike Fletcher Talks : "The Maths of the Simpsons", "How Maths Built the Olympic Stadium" and "Play Your Cards Right - The Maths of TV Gameshows". The event is suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| London, Criterion Theatre, 15 November 2010 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Ticket price : £7 Speakers : Timandra Harkness (Chair), Simon Singh (am), Matt Parker (pm), Sue Rowe and Richard Lissaman and Ed McCann Talks : Morning - "Probability and Risk", "Maths Goes to the Oscars" and "When Mother Nature Lets Rip". Afternoon - "Adventures in the 4th Dimension" with Sue, Richard and Ed's talks as in the morning. The event is suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Cambridge, West Road Concert Hall, 23 November 2010 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Ticket price : £6 Speakers : Kate Bellingham (Chair), Rob Eastaway, David Acheson and Matt Parker Talks : "From Pepsi to Peace Deals", "Proof, Pizza and the Electric Guitar" and "The Maths of the Simpsons". The event is suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Birmingham, Adrian Boult Hall, 25 November 2010 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Ticket price : £6 Speakers : Claire Ellis (Chair), Paul Shepherd, Richard Lissaman and Colin Wright Talks : "How Maths Built the Olympic Stadium", "From Google to Gaming" and "The Maths of Juggling". The event is suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Reading, Concert Hall, 30 November 2010 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Ticket price : £6 Speakers : Timandra Harkness (Chair), David Spiegelhalter, Hugh Hunt and Matt Parker Talks : "The Subtle Science of Uncertainty", "Maths in a Spin" and ""The Maths of the Simpsons"". The event is suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Manchester, RNCM Theatre, 7 December 2010 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Ticket price : £6 Speakers : Helen Pilcher (Chair), Rob Eastaway, John Roberts and Mark Lewney Talks : "Maths on the Back of an Envelope", "The Maths of Rollercoasters" and "The Maths of the Rock Guitar". The event is suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
PAST EVENTS
Below are details of some of the events we have held in the past.
| Nottingham, Playhouse, 25 March 2010 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Helen Pilcher (Chair), Paul Shepherd, Mark Lewney and Rob Eastaway Talks : "How to Build an Olympic Stadium", "The Maths of the Rock Guitar" and "When Maths Meets Psychology". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Bath, Theatre Royal, 18 March 2010 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Claire Ellis (Chair), Colin Wright, Helen Joyce and Richard Lissaman Talks : "The Maths of Juggling", "As Easy as 1, 2, 3?" and "Maths Inside the Computer". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Leeds, West Yorkshire Playhouse, 11 March 2010 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Kate Bellingham (Chair), Hugh Hunt, Katie Chicot and Colin Wright Talks : "Maths in a Spin", "To Infinity and Beyond" and "The Maths of Juggling". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Newcastle, Theatre Royal, 9 March 2010 (1.00-3.45) Speakers : Rachel Crossley (Chair), Matt Parker, Rob Eastaway and John Roberts Talks : "The Maths of the Simpsons", "Maths on the Back of an Envelope" and "The Maths of Rollercoasters". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Winchester, Theatre Royal, 5 March 2010 (1.00-3.45) Speakers : Claire Ellis (Chair), Chris Budd, Rob Eastaway and Hugh Hunt Talks : "Maths, Weather and Climate Change", "When Maths Meets Psychology" and "The Maths of Breakfast". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Liverpool, Playhouse Theatre, 25 February 2010 (1.00-3.45) Speakers : Rachel Crossley (Chair), Colin Wright, David Acheson and Paul Shepherd Talks : "The Maths of Juggling", "Catastrophe, Chocolate and the Electric Guitar" and "How to Build an Olympic Stadium". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Reading, Concert Hall, 2 December 2009 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Claire Ellis (Chair), Sue Rowe and Richard Lissaman, Ed McCann and Mark Lewney Talks : "Maths Goes to the Oscars", "When Mother Nature Lets Rip" and "The Maths of the Rock Guitar". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Manchester, Haden Freeman Concert Hall, 30 November 2009 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Rachel Crossley (Chair), Colin Wright, Paul Shepherd and Mike Fletcher Talks : "The Maths of Juggling", "How to Build an Olympic Stadium" and "Play Your Cards Right - The Maths of TV Gameshows". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Birmingham, Adrian Boult Concert Hall, 26 November 2009 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Helen Pilcher (Chair), Helen Joyce, John Roberts and Matt Parker Talks : "As Easy as 1, 2, 3?", "The Maths of Rollercoasters" and "The Maths of the Simpsons". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Cambridge, West Road Concert Hall, 24 November 2009 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Claire Ellis (Chair), Chris Budd, Hugh Hunt and David Spiegelhalter Talks : "What Have Mathematicians Ever Done For Us?", "The Maths of Breakfast" and "The Subtle Science of Uncertainty". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Chatham, Chatham Central Theatre, 19 November 2009 (1.00-3.45) Speakers : Claire Ellis (Chair), Simon Singh, Hugh Hunt and Rob Eastaway Talks : "Probability and Risk", "Maths in a Spin" and "Maths on the Back of an Envelope". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| London, Criterion Theatre, 12 November 2009 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Claire Ellis (Chair), Paul Shepherd, David Acheson and Matt Parker Talks : "How to Build an Olympic Stadium", "Catastrophe, Chocolate and the Electric Guitar" and "The Maths of the Simpsons". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Keswick, Theatre By The Lake, 27 March 2009 (1.00-3.15) Speakers : Rachel Crossley (Chair), Chris Budd and Rob Eastaway Talks : "What Have Mathematicians Ever Done For Us?" and "When Maths Meets Psychology". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Portsmouth, Theatre Royal, 25 March 2009 (1.00-3.45) Speakers : Helen Pilcher (Chair), Mike Fletcher, Hugh Hunt and Andrew Jeffrey Talks : "Play Your Cards Right - The Maths of TV Gameshows", "Maths in a Spin" and "Maths or Magic". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Nottingham, Playhouse, 24 March 2009 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Kate Bellingham (Chair), Simon Singh, Rob Eastaway and Colin Wright Talks : "Probability and Risk", "Maths on the Back of an Envelope" and "The Maths of Juggling". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Bath, Theatre Royal, 12 March 2009 (1.00-3.45) Speakers : Helen Pilcher (Chair), Dave Cliff, Rob Eastaway and Paul Shepherd Talks : "Computers, Maths and the Future", "When Maths Meets Psychology" and "The Maths of Sports Stadiums". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Leeds, West Yorkshire Playhouse, 3 March 2009 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Claire Ellis (Chair), Mike Fletcher, Mark Lewney and John Roberts Talks : "Play Your Cards Right - The Maths of TV Gameshows", "The Maths of the Rock Guitar" and "The Maths of Rollercoasters". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Liverpool, Playhouse Theatre, 27 February 2009 (1.00-3.45) Speakers : Speakers: Rachel Crossley (Chair), Rob Eastaway, Mark Lewney and Richard Lissaman Talks : "How to Cheat at Mind-Reading", "The Maths of the Rock Guitar" and "Maths Inside the Computer". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Manchester, Haden Freeman Concert Hall, 5 December 2008 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Rachel Crossley (Chair), Katie Chicot, Rob Eastaway and Hugh Hunt Talks : "To Infinity and Beyond", "When Maths Meets Psychology" and "Maths in a Spin". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Reading, Concert Hall, 2 December (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Claire Ellis (Chair), David Acheson, Paul Shepherd and Colin Wright Talks : "Catastrophe, Chocolate and the Electric Guitar", "The Maths of Sports Stadiums" and "The Maths of Juggling". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Cambridge, West Road Concert Hall, 25 November (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Nadia Baker (Chair), Rob Eastaway, Hugh Hunt and Helen Joyce Talks : "When Maths Meets Psychology", "Maths in a Spin" and "As Easy as 1, 2, 3?". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Birmingham, Adrian Boult Hall, 20 November (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Claire Ellis (Chair), Rob Eastaway, Hugh Hunt and Richard Lissaman Talks : "When Maths Meets Psychology", "Maths in a Spin" and "Maths Inside the Computer". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Durham, Gala Theatre, 17 November 2008 (1.00-3.45, no morning show) Speakers : Claire Ellis (Chair), Simon Singh, Rob Eastaway and John Roberts Talks : "Probability and Risk", "How to Cheat at Mind-Reading" and "The Maths of Rollercoasters". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| London, Criterion Theatre (Piccadilly), 13 November 2008 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Nadia Baker (Chair), Sue Rowe, David Spiegelhalter and Colin Wright Talks : "Maths Goes to the Oscars", "The Subtle Science of Uncertainty" and "The Maths of Juggling". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s Use any of the clickable links above to find more details about talks and speakers |
| Southampton, Turner Sims Concert Hall, 19 March 2008 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Simon Singh, Paul Shepherd, Rob Eastaway and Claire Ellis Talks : "Risks and Gambling", "Maths, Creativity and Imagination" and "The Maths of Sports Stadiums". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Bath, Theatre Royal, 13 March 2008 (1.00-3.45 only) Speakers : Wendy Sadler (Chair), Simon Singh, Chris Budd and Mark Lewney Talks : "Risks and Gambling", "What Have Mathematicians Ever Done For Us?" and "The Maths of Rock". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Liverpool, St George's Hall, 28 February 2008 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Rachel Crossley (Chair), Rob Eastaway, John Roberts and Colin Wright Talks : "When Maths Meets Psychology", "Rollercoaster Maths" and "The Maths of Juggling". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Leeds, West Yorkshire Playhouse, 26 February 2008 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Kate Bellingham (Chair), Rob Eastaway, Colin Wright and Paul Shepherd Talks : "When Maths Meets Psychology", "The Maths of Sports Stadiums" and "The Maths of Juggling". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Telford, Telford Campus Lecture Theatre, 17 December 2007 (1.00-3.30 only) Speakers : Rob Eastaway and Colin Wright Talks : "Maths, Imagination and Juggling". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Manchester, Haden Freeman Concert Hall, 30 November 2007 (1.00-3.45 only) Speakers : Mark Lewney, David Spiegelhalter, John Roberts and Claire Ellis Talks : "Rollercoaster Maths", "The Subtle Science of Uncertainty" and "The Maths of Rock". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Birmingham, Adrian Boult Hall, 22 November 2007 (9.45-12.25, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Colin Wright, David Acheson, Paul Shepherd and Nadia Baker Talks : "The Maths of Sports Stadiums", "Catastrophe, Chocolate and The Electric Guitar", and "The Maths of Juggling". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| London, Criterion Theatre, Piccadilly, 15 November 2007 (9.45-12.25, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Helen Joyce, Rob Eastaway, Hugh Hunt and Nadia Baker Talks: "When Maths Meets Psychology", "As Easy as 1, 2, 3 ...?" and "The Maths of Spinning Things". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Durham, Gala Theatre, 13 November 2007 (9.45-12-25, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Rob Eastaway, Paul Shepherd, Colin Wright and Nadia Baker Talks : "When Maths Meets Psychology", "The Maths of Sports Stadiums" and "The Maths of Juggling". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Reading, Concert Hall, 1 November 2007 (9.45-12.25, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Nadia Baker (Chair), Marcus du Sautoy, Hugh Hunt and Rob Eastaway Talks : "The Beauty of Symmetry", "The Maths of Spinning Things" and "When Maths Meets Psychology". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Exmouth, New Hall, Exmouth Community College, 18 October 2007 (1.00-3.30) Speakers : Rob Eastaway and Colin Wright Talk : "Maths and the Imagination". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Cardiff, Reardon Smith Lecture Theatre, 22 March 2007 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Tina Crimp (Host), Simon Singh, Katie Chicot and Mark Lewney Talks : "Risks and Gambling", "Winning Arguments and Busting Myths" and "The Maths of Rock". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Southampton, Nuffield Theatre, 15 March 2007 (1.00-3.45) Speakers : Helen Pilcher (Host), Chris Budd, David Acheson and Rob Eastaway Talks : "The Mathematics of Crime", "Catastrophe, Chocolate and the Electric Guitar" and "From Peace Deals to Penalties". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Leeds, West Yorkshire Playhouse, 6 March 2007 (1.15-4.00) Speakers : Karen Briggs - KPMG (Host), Simon Singh, Rob Eastaway and Colin Wright Talks : "Risks and Gambling", "The Mathematics of Juggling" and "Maths, Creativity and Imagination". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Manchester, Royal Exchange 7 December 2006 (1.30-3.30) Speakers : Sue Bonney - KPMG (Host), Rob Eastaway and Colin Wright Talk : Colin and Rob will take you on a ride through mathematical topics that the curriculum rarely touches. The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s 8 December 2006 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Kate Bellingham (Host), Rob Eastaway, John Roberts and Colin Wright Talk : "The Maths of Fun". The event is suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Reading Concert Hall, 28 November 2006 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Helen Joyce (Host), Simon Singh, Rob Eastaway and Colin Wright Talks : "Risks and Gambling", "The Mathematics of Juggling" and "Maths, Creativity and Imagination". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| Birmingham Adrian Boult Hall, 23 November 2006 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Kate Bellingham (Host), Chris Budd, Rob Eastaway and Hugh Hunt Talks : "The Mathmatics of Crime", "Boomerangs and Other Spinning Things" and "From Peace Deals to Penalties". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
| The Millennium City Building, Wolverhampton, 22 November 2006 (2.00-4.00) Speakers : Rob Eastaway and Colin Wright Talks : Colin and Rob will take you on a ride through mathematical topics that the curriculum rarely touches. The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s |
| Greenwich Theatre, 16 November 2006 (9.45-12.30, 1.00-3.45) Speakers : Helen Joyce (Host), Marcus du Sautoy, Rob Eastaway and Paul Shepherd Talks : "Music of the Primes", "The Maths of Sports Stadiums" and "From Peace Deals to Penalties". The event was suitable for sixth formers and more able/motivated Year 11s For more details download flyer [PDF] |
