The Brain Bending Science Illusion Show

18 October, 11:30 am
Performance
The Brain Bending Science Illusion Show
Sunday 18 October 2026
Join The Magical Mr West and his corvid companion Crowbert on a journey into the brain bending world of science illusions! Prepare to be astounded by cognitive conundrums, mind melting mysteries and spectacular surreal psychology. Alongside impossible optical illusions and baffling tricks you can try at home, discover the devious deceptions and wily wordplay used to sell us ideas. Can you believe your eyes? Can you trust your own brain? Can Crowbert use the tricks he learns to start a new career in advertising? Following the success of “Adventures in Science” The Magical Mr West returns with another spectacular science show for all the family.
The Japanese optical illusion fans return for you to try for free when Pegasus doors are open during September and October; https://if-oxford.com/uchiwa
Ticketing: £9 / £11 / £14
Event format: PERFORMANCE
Event duration: 1 hour
Age: 7–12 yrs, Family
Event start: 11.30am and 2.30pm
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Ages are a guide only, under-16s to be accompanied by a responsible adult.
The Festival reserves the right to modify event formats and manage the audience in accordance with the Festival’s Attendance Policy:
if-oxford.com/attendance-policy
IF Oxford is run by The Oxfordshire Science Festival (charity #1151361).