We are a Chicago-based science entertainment company that creates live, theatrical STEM shows for schools, libraries, community events, birthday parties and corporate audiences. Our performances blend real science demonstrations with theatrical flair—think plasma globes, liquid nitrogen, and magnetic levitation—delivered by a real licensed educator with a larger-than-life character.
Our Mission
The Physics Dimension LLC brings science to life through theatrical presentations that inspire curiosity, spark imagination, and make complex concepts accessible to audiences of all ages. We believe that learning happens best when it’s engaging, interactive, and – most importantly – fun!
Our Story
The Physics Dimension LLC was born from a perfect combination: a passion for science and a love of theater
Benjamin Segal, our Chief Demonstrations Officer and lead performer, has been captivating audiences for decades. Benjamin has been performing since 2000. His career in education began in 2005, with his presentation skills honed at prestigious institutions including the Flint Children’s Museum and Adler Planetarium. Benjamin was educated at University of Chicago, Northeastern Illinois University, and Northwestern University’s SESP, earning his BS in Physics his Master’s degree in Education.
Benjamin adopted the persona of “Beaker Ben” in his early museum education days, and now performs at libraries, schools, and parties as Beaker Ben. As an accredited physics teacher in Chicago Public Schools, Benjamin used the power of theatrical elements to make science concepts stick. He believes that science education should be accessible, engaging, and memorable.
President and CEO Christina Cutler brings 17 years of pharmaceutical industry experience to The Physics Dimension LLC. With a natural talent for community networking and communication, Christina handles the behind-the-scenes logistics that keep our science shows running smoothly. Christina earned a BS in Chemistry from Kettering University in Flint, MI and an MS in Analytical Chemistry from Northeastern Illinois University. She has performed and worked behind-the-scenes in community and school theaters for over a decade and is excited to be back in the performance space.
Benjamin and Christina’s journey together began in a local community theater production in Flint, MI in 2011. Their shared love of performance and science education brought them to Chicago, and they now reside in the northwest suburbs with their two young sons.
Together, they’ve created The Physics Dimension LLC as a place where science truly takes center stage – and where the next generation of scientists, thinkers, and innovators can be inspired.
Our Approach
What makes The Physics Dimension LLC different? We don’t just demonstrate science – we create immersive experiences through:
- Theatrical Production: Professional staging, costumes, and narrative techniques.
- Audience Participation: Every show includes multiple opportunities for audience members to become part of the scientific adventure.
- Educational Depth: All demonstrations connect to key science concepts and can be tied to curriculum standards.
- Narrative Connection: Rather than an assortment of random demonstrations, Beaker Ben focuses on the connective tissue, creating the story of science for the audience.
- Safety Standards: We take safety seriously, especially where our audience participants are involved.
Our shows are meticulously designed to balance entertainment value with educational content, ensuring that audiences have a blast while absorbing real scientific principles.