Mummy Mia
Maths and Numeracy-based musical comedy
“My Uncle Herbert’s gone and got himself trapped inside the pyramid of King Rameses in Egypt. Mr Cooper (who calls himself a magician) tells me that the pyramid is guarded by the statue of Cleopatra and that her evil mummified sister, Mia, is inside with Uncle. Apparently, to get inside I need to crack some kind of hieroglyphic mathematical code but that’s the least of my problems. First, I need to find the wretched place and I’m not sure whether or not I can trust the kiwi tour guide Ozzy on his filthy camel! And why does everyone keep telling me to ‘follow the hawk’s direction’?………”
The audience must help solve the mathematical problems to help Diana save her uncle.
“Excellent as always. The children (and staff) enjoyed it immensely. (The actors) were terrific. Thanks”
Mr Phil Morgan-John, Greatstone Primary School
Science content Key Stage 1
Numbers, digits, odd & even, addition, partitioning, angles, pictograms, mathematical sums, measurements, scales
- The children learn numbers are composed of digits and how they are constructed. Odd and Even Numbers are introduced and explained
- Addition by partitioning is explained
- Simple angles are demonstrated (e.g. the right angle) and rotation terms are explained without reference to degrees
- How to take certain types of measurements is included and the children have to read a simple scale
- Pictograms are included and the children have to do a simple mathematical sum using them
- How to take certain types of measurements is included and the children have to read a simple scale
Science content Key Stage 2
Degrees, rotations, compass points, graphs, axes, negative numbers, problem solving
- As KS1 but in greater detail…
- Degrees are introduced with regard to rotations and some compass points
- The children are shown how a graph is constructed using x and y axes and they have to identify certain co-ordinates. A number line is constructed and a game is played involving negative numbers
- Problem Solving and the handling of data is integral to the plot
Support
Are you a science teacher? The shows will reinforce your teaching plan, and make you laugh.
Not a science teacher? You can be confident Kinetic shows are solidly based on the National Curriculum for Science, and will also make you laugh.
In preparation you will be emailed a ‘Pre-Show Information Pack’. This includes all the science covered in the show, suggested pre and post show activities and discussions.
You can find more information on our FAQ page.
We will answer any of your science questions both before and after a show. Why not email us one now?
Pricing structure and how to book
You can provisionally book a show by phoning the office. We can discuss any questions you have and check times and dates.
A Kinetic show costs £360 + VAT (1 performance) or £680 + VAT (2 performances). Most schools don’t have to pay the VAT.
It works out less than £1.75 per head based on 2 performances with 200 children per performance!
We often have special offers, so please ask when you contact us.
Touring
Spring 2012
Manchester
Cheshire
Liverpool
Merseyside
Warrington
Wirral
Wigan
Summer 2012
N Ireland
Leics
Notts
Autumn 2012
TBC