ABOUT ME

About Me

Hi, I’m Sam Piri, also known as The Dissection Guy.

I began my career in education, training as a teacher in 2011 after my degree and eventually becoming a Head of Department. But I’ve always believed science doesn’t belong behind a desk, it deserves to be seen, felt, and experienced. So I left the classroom and founded what would become one of the UK’s most daring science education companies: SHOWTOUR.

For nearly a decade, I had the privilege of leading this unconventional and bold venture. From day one, the mission was simple, rip science out of the classroom and drop it onto the stage. And that’s exactly what we did. We created immersive, live events that brought anatomy to life and made thousands of people stop and say, “I’ve never seen science like that before.”

What started as a bold idea quickly became a national phenomenon. Our shows including The Post Mortem Live, VIVIT, Anatomy Lab Live, and The Murder Trial Live, reached over 1.3 million people. Backed by a passionate team of educators, writers, technicians, and performers, we earned outstanding reviews and consistently high ratings. We didn’t just teach science, we made it unforgettable.

But success doesn’t guarantee survival, especially in the face of a global pandemic.

When COVID-19 hit, our live touring model was effectively outlawed. For 18 months, we couldn’t legally operate. We fought hard to survive, adapting through every restriction and rebuilding from every setback. But behind the scenes, the cost was growing. The business took on significant debt, and by 2024, amid rising costs, political instability, and collapsing consumer confidence, we had to make the incredibly difficult decision to close the doors on SHOWTOUR for good.

It was one of the hardest decisions of my life. I was devastated, but I wasn’t done.

Long before the stages and spotlights, it was just me, a mannequin, a scalpel, and a mission to show people the raw, beautiful complexity of the human body. That mission hasn’t changed. If anything, it’s become even sharper.

Following the pandemic, I also completed my Commercial Pilot Licence, and today I balance aviation with anatomy, two fields that demand precision, discipline, and a deep understanding of systems. Known by those around me as the dissecting pilot, see my school based aviation programmes here.

Now, with The Dissection Guy, I’m taking everything I’ve learned, the theatre, the science, the creativity, the mistakes and building something new. Something leaner, bolder, and more personal. Whether you're a teacher wanting to blow your students’ minds, a curious adult fascinated by anatomy, or a professional looking for advanced content... I’m here for it.

I now teach anatomy across the UK to a diverse range of students — from GCSE and A-Level learners to Home Office-appointed counterterrorism pathologists. Every session is hands-on, high-impact, and grounded in real human anatomy.

Making Science Accessible – My Funding Programme

I know how stretched school budgets can be, especially in underserved communities. That’s why I’ve launched a funding programme designed to help schools and colleges access partially funded funded live dissection experiences.

If your school receives Pupil Premium, is located in a socially deprived area, or is struggling to access mainstream funding, you may qualify for support.

Applications are reviewed year round and allocated based on eligibility and availability.

This is about more than just a science lesson — it's about inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals, scientists, and critical thinkers.

Find out more or apply here: thedissectionguy.co.uk/funding

I've lived the highs, taken the knocks, and emerged with a scalpel in one hand and a story in the other.

I look forward to meeting your students!