Innovation Intersection

Saga Media

Welcome to the next episode of our enlightening podcast, "Innovation Intersection". Today, we're thrilled to host an extraordinary guest, Lindsay Surmacz.

Lindsay is a multifaceted individual who specializes in producing coordinated confusion by blending diverse elements and magnifying them through the lens of vibrant light, color, and sound. Her eclectic artistry beautifully blurs the lines between science and the arts, taking experiential learning to an entirely new dimension.

Her mission, 'The Starry Messenger', is a unique initiative that aims to enrich the learning experience of elementary school students, enhancing their understanding and appreciation of S.T.E.A.M subjects. Lindsay propels education into a realm of interactive and immersive learning by using the exhilarating world of circus arts as a conduit for cognition, creativity, and communication.

The Starry Messenger is backed by research suggesting the significant impact of creative performance art on students' scientific learning and retention, especially from Kindergarten to sixth grade. Her programs seamlessly incorporate a dramatic arts-based pedagogy, aligning with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and/or Pennsylvania Core Standards, wherein the props and kinesthetics of circus arts reinvent the portrayal of academic content.

These programs are adaptable to a wide age range and perfect for diverse venues, be it classrooms, libraries, community centers, or intimate theaters.

Join us as we dive deep into the world of Lindsay Surmacz, exploring the nexus of science, art, education, and performance. Discover how she uses the allure of the circus to ignite curiosity, inspire creativity, and instill a lifelong love of learning in children. It's a journey you won't want to miss!