Kenny Wax Ltd is one of the leading Production Companies operating in the West End and on Tour. We are looking for experienced, collaborative and proactive candidates to join our team in London for The Comedy About Spies at the Adelphi Theatre.

Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

We are a company that offers a work culture that nurtures and encourages personal and professional development. We encourage diversity and inclusion across all our shows and particularly encourage those from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Sound No.1

Salary

£1,200 per week for performances (£1,050 per week for rehearsals)

Contract

Fixed Term SOLT/BECTU

Contract Dates

6 July – 28 September 2026 (exact dates TBC)

Rehearsals 6 July – 26 July 2026, Tech 24 – 30 July 2026

Show schedule

Performances are 6 days per week, typically Tuesday – Sunday. The performance schedule during previews varies and shall be confirmed at point of contract.

Holiday

As per the SOLT/BECTU Agreement

Performance Location

Adelphi Theatre, Strand, London WC2R 0NS

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme, First Aid Training if needed, Wellbeing and Resilience programmes, access to physiotherapy, local discounts.

Personal attributes

We are looking for applicants with previous Sound No. 1 experience. The role requires someone who has excellent technical knowledge and a calm and practical approach to technical troubleshooting. Candidates must also have previous experience of managing a department and the ability to work flexibly in high-pressure environments.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Production Manager and Production Sound Engineer to co-ordinate the hire and preparation of equipment, in tech and throughout the run of the production;
• To uphold the high production standards set by the Sound Designer and maintain the artistic quality of the original design;
• To live mix and operate each performance of the production;
• To work collaboratively with all other departments, including the theatre technical team, to ensure the smooth running of the production and rehearsals;
• To take over from the Production Sound Engineer after the fit-up, taking responsibility for system maintenance and all Sound department maintenance;
• Leading on weekly maintenance schedules and ensuring that all fixes are completed to a high standard or reported to the hire company;
• Directly manage the Sound No. 2 and Tech Swing in conjunction with the Company Manager including but not limited to the teaching of the production mix;
• Ensure all sound equipment and backstage areas are kept in a tidy and secure manner;
• To provide technical support for all rehearsals, press and promotional activity;
• To organise and maintain a duly qualified pool of sound deps;
• To be a proactive member of the technical team and support the wider team;
• To compile and keep up-to-date all necessary show paperwork, both hard copy and digital;
• To account for and support the administration of petty cash for Sound Department spends, obtaining where possible VAT invoices for any hires and purchases made through petty cash;
• Any other reasonable duty that would normally fall within the remit of a Sound No. 1 based on industry norms and practice.

Person Specification

• Demonstrable professional experience working in a similar role in the West End or on tour;
• Knowledge and experience of the working practices of a West End production;
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with excellent attention to detail;
• Extensive operational Sound experience and excellent technical skills, with particular focus on live mixing skills and a proven track record of dealing with complex radio mic shows;
• Experience programming and operating digital sound control systems;
• Experience live mixing large-scale theatrical productions, radio mics, live music and line-by-line speech;
• The ability to work well with actors and creative teams;
• Ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritise;
• A calm and practical approach to technical troubleshooting;
• Proven experience of managing a team;
• Awareness of current Health & Safety legislation including LOLER, risk assessments and Working at Height;
• Awareness of current SOLT/BECTU union agreements.

To apply

Please send a CV and a short covering letter (no more than one page) outlining your suitability for the role to recruitment@kennywax.com with your name and the role you are applying for in the subject line.

Deadline Friday 29 May 2026