for Educators

Live Science: Electricity Theater

Grades 1-12, adult | Experience two six-foot tall Tesla Coils throwing 8-foot arcs of plasma (lightning) while the arcs actually play music. Our Faraday Cage can make the day electrifying!

  • Museum & Science Center
  • Demonstration (Live Science)
  • 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, Teacher/Adult
  • Physical Sciences, Technology & Applications of Science, Entertainment

Live Science Show

Experience the electrifying fusion of science and music as our twin 6-ft Tesla coils play your favorite tunes and throw giant arcs of lightning in the process. Climb into the Faraday Cage and get up close and personal with this “singing lightning” in a performance you won’t soon forget!

In-person capacity may be limited in compliance with public health guidelines in effect on the day of your visit.

NOTE: Although all participants wear ear protection, noise levels may be excessive for those with sound sensitivities.

Connects with-
New York State P-12 Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) & Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS):

This program is supplementary to classroom instruction. Connects with–New York State P-12 Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS) & Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS):

  • 2-PS1-2. Analyze data obtained from testing different materials to determine which materials have the properties that are best suited for an intended purpose.
  • 5-PS1-1. Develop a model to describe that matter is made of particles too small to be seen.

How To Book

Need More Information?

  • Contact: Guest Services
  • Phone: 585.697.1942
  • Email: gr****************@**sc.org


When Is It?

  • Days Available: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
  • Start Date: 09/15/2026
  • End Date: 06/26/2027
  • Program Length: 30 min.
  • Earliest Start Time: 10am

Who Should Attend?

  • Grades: 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade, Teacher/Adult
  • Minimum Attendance: 15
  • Maximum Attendance: 99

How Much Does It Cost?

  • In-person: $10/student to visit, plus $6/student for hands-on program.

    All teachers and school personnel are free.

    All non-school adult chaperones are $10/person at each location. We recommend a ratio of 1 adult per 5 students.

    RMSC adult members are free

    EBT card holders qualify for the Museums for All discount for Museum & Science Center field trips. $3/adult card holder

    Jukebox Show: $20 Customize your experience by selecting from over 400 songs for your group’s playlist.
  • Minimum Student Charge: 15 students