A live math demonstration blending audience participation, magic, and mental calculation.
Led by mathematician and performer Dr. Arthur Benjamin, That Math Show explores mathematical concepts through live demonstrations, audience participation, and stage magic. The production presents mathematics as a hands-on experience, using mental calculation, numerical puzzles, and interactive challenges to examine how numbers shape everyday thinking and problem-solving.
The show is presented by The Science Theater Company, whose previous productions include That Physics Show and That Chemistry Show, in association with the National Museum of Mathematics. At the center of the production is Dr. Arthur Benjamin, a mathematician known for combining mathematical instruction with performance techniques and rapid mental computation.
Structured as a live educational presentation, the production incorporates demonstrations of mathematical patterns, memory techniques, and arithmetic feats. Designed for a broad age range, the show uses interactive participation and theatrical presentation to examine mathematical ideas in an accessible format.