A group of 30 scientists and researchers from Darlinghurst have undergone comedy training for Science Week 2023, a live show to convey complex subjects in a more fun and digestible way.
They have spent July training with the Sydney Comedy School, as part of a federally funded program for Science Week 2023 activities, which take place throughout August.
They’re now presenting their 10-minute talks at Future Science Talks: Comedy Edition, which features six to eight speakers each night whose topics are wildly diverse. Talks cover cancer, kangaroos, emojis, climate change and many more.
The presenters are from a large array of Sydney organisations, including the Garvan Institute for Medical Research in Darlinghurst, and the University of New South Wales.
Kate Gunther, a PhD Candidate at UNSW and the Royal Hospital for Women is speaking about endometriosis during the talks.
She says the program has helped her to learn communication skills and meet new people.
“The program has been fantastic and the talks are a lot of fun. It’s a bit nerve-wracking trying to make a heavy topic humorous, but it’s a great way to connect with new audiences,” she said.
“I’m really glad that I signed up as it’s helping to increase awareness about the science that I’m passionate about.”
Sydney Comedy School Founder, David Crisante, says blending humour into a science presentation helps the audience to more easily grasp complex topics.
“The goal of the program is to increase the appeal of science talks and break down stereotypes about science and researchers,” he said.
“It’s so rewarding to see the speakers grow in confidence during the program, and to see audiences respond so positively to each talk and go home with new knowledge and appreciation for the top-class science that is coming out of Sydney.”
Future Science Talks: Comedy Edition is on 17 and 23 August at East Village in Darlinghurst. It is also part of the Sydney Fringe Festival on 5, 12 and 14 September.
Published 14-Aug-2023
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