Exciting Science

About Exciting Science

Warning…. Warning…. Extreme Fun Alert!

This brand new, exciting & educational show will amaze & astound all ages from 4 years.

& upwards, as we put the “Exciting” back into “Science”. (See what we did there!)

With fun & fact-filled experiments, watch in amazement as we recreate a volcanic eruption, turn a vacuum cleaner into a missile launcher or take aim at you with our smoke blaster!

So, stand clear and prepare for action, as this show is full of Wiz, bang, pop …. and splurt.

Exciting Science – Prepare to be amazed!

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Watch the trailer

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Tickets

Please see important booking information below.

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Booking information

Ticket prices:

All Tickets £16.00

Ticket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy, a £1.50 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy.

Dates & times:

Thursday 19 February 2026 at 11.30am and 2.30pm

Running time:

1 hour 5 minutes

Age guidance:

4+

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About Kenton Theatre

Situated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy, drama, music, talks and more – as well as being available for hire.

The theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS), Henley Children’s Theatre, Henley Drama Festival, Henley Literary Festival, Henley Players, Henley Youth Festival, Mike Hurst, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), Woodley Light Operatic Society, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre, Georgie Fame, Haley Mills, Chris Barber, Dara O’Briain, Diana Rigg, Russell Brand, PP Arnold and Marti Webb.

The theatre’s first production, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson, John Mortimer, Anthony Newley, Kate Winslet, Tom Baker, Joe Brown, Diana Dors, David Essex, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons.

Discover more about the Kenton Theatre, including travel, access and venue information.