The Mindreader vs The Machine at Broadway Cinema

Mind reading remains a popular and intriguing subject, in part, perhaps, because of modern mentalists such as Uri Gellar and Derren Brown.

But is mind reading really possible?

Since the concept was first conceived in the late 19th century, claims for the existence of clairvoyance have not been supported by published scientific evidence. Although science is yet to prove the ability of the brain to gain information about an object, person or location through means other than the known senses, recent research using functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) technology has provided demonstrations of thought identification.

Doctors now use fMRI technology to gain insights into changes in brain function caused by traumatic brain injury, epilepsy, psychiatric disorders or neurodegenerative disease. Although fMRI data has become a useful tool in the surgical care of neurology patients, it is still relatively new, so that patients and their families wrongly fear this diagnostic tool. Let scientist Elisa Zamboni and Aneurin J Kennerley show you the safe and fun side of fMRI technology!

During this performance, fMRI technology will be pitted against a mind reader – the ultimate matchup between science and magic! Which will succeed in reading the mind of our willing audience live on stage? Get a glimpse of how our brains work, hear about the latest exciting scientific developments helping doctors understand the brain and be filled with wonder as we unlock the secrets of what makes you you.

Come along for a unique experience mixing magic, mentalism and fMRI research – and maybe have your mind read!

This performance is family friendly but it is noted that it does cover scientific themes relevant to Key Stage 4 and above (recommend age 13+).