About Dr Matt Pritchard

Dr Matt Pritchard is an award-winning magician, comedian and science communicator. His amazing performances both inspire and inform.

Previously Matt conducted atomic physics research at Durham University, where he won the Institute of Physics' Postgraduate lecturer award in 2004, before working for the Education department at Thinktank Science Museum, Birmingham. In addition to this he has 12 years experience working as a professional magician. Matt loves being creative.

He’s comfortable and experienced working with diverse audiences, whether that’s pre-school children or university academics. Over the years he has conducted hundreds of science workshops, talks and shows.

For your peace of mind Matt has a current Enhanced CRB disclosure, £10 million public liability insurance and his shows are thoroughly risk assessed.