Today’s guest is Heather Knott, one of the UK’s leading theatre sound professionals, whose work spans the West End, national tours and international productions.

Heather has worked on some of the biggest productions in the industry, leading sound teams, operating complex live mixes, and collaborating with world class sound designers. From brand new productions to global transfers and award winning musicals, her expertise has helped deliver world class live theatre to audiences across the globe.

In this episode, we talk about:
🎧 What it takes to deliver exceptional sound in live theatre
🎭 The skill and precision required to mix a live musical
🎤 Collaborating with creative teams to shape the audience experience
🌍 Working across major productions in the UK and internationally
🧠 Remaining calm and focused in one of the most demanding roles in theatre

Whether you’re a performer, creative, technician, or simply fascinated by how world class productions come together, this episode offers a unique insight into one of the theatre industry’s most specialised careers.

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