Theatre Tales of the Techie

About Theatre Tales of the Techie

In these episodes, I am going to share over forty years of working on the tech side of the theatre industry. Lighting, Rigging, Scenery, being a TD, LD, stagehand, working as an installer of theatre equipment systems, and ultimately getting into sales and leadership roles. What sparked this idea was talking with a young man who was trying to decide if a future in the theatre industry was right for him. The views and opinions expressed in this program are my own and do not reflect the views or positions of my employer. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only.

Publisher

Damon Atwood

Category

arts · education · technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Feb 2023

Latest episode

25 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

83 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Aug 2026

   What it really takes!

   In this episode, I break down 10 practical steps that can help turn a design idea into a successful finished project. From making sure the goal is actually achievable, to building mock-ups, learning from failure, testing, redesigning, and having the drive to keep going when progress gets difficult, these are the lessons I’ve learned from years of hands-on design and development.

2. 

   3 Mar 2026

   The Curtain Closes after 45 Years

3. 

   12 Oct 2025

   Why you must NEVER give up!

   In a world obsessed with instant results, this podcast dives into the grit behind greatness. Hosted by Damon “Dag” Atwood, an engineer, designer, and creative who has lived through both the thrill of success and the pain of setbacks, Never Give Up explores the real stories behind innovation, the failures, the late nights, and the sparks of inspiration that refuse to die. This episode unpacks how persistence fuels ideation, design, engineering, and development, from garage inventors to aerospace visionaries. You’ll hear how prototypes fall apart before they fly, how ideas evolve through rejection, and why the phrase “never give up” isn’t cliché, it’s the foundation of progress. If you’ve ever felt like quitting, if you’ve ever wondered why you keep building when no one’s watching, this is for you. Because in the world of creation, endurance isn’t just a trait; it’s the ultimate technology. Rock ON!

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 45 / 100

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Quality

62

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

68

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