BTGR #4 Lights & Co - French Special Episode PART 1

Good vibes only. Backstage stories guaranteed.

In this special French episode of Beyond The Green Room, Louise sits down with Aïk Lamouroux-Alayan and Rémi Woodall, two brilliant light engineers whose work has lit up stages across France and beyond. From chaotic backstage moments to career-defining turning points, they share the real stories behind life in technical theatre, with a lot of laughs along the way, and yes, Aïk even sings!

Together, they also talk about Apprendre en coulisse, the initiative they co-founded to open up access to backstage careers and make invisible jobs in the cultural sector visible to young people who might never have imagined these paths existed.

Expect good vibes, big laughs, meaningful conversations, and a warm Franco-British atmosphere - the kind of episode that makes you smile and think. If you’re curious about backstage life, technical careers, or just want a feel-good listen, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Beyond The Green Room, we sit down with the brilliant Emily Pugh, a freelance event manager who's worked across festivals, large-scale productions, and everything in between. We dive into the fast-paced, unpredictable world of live events—where things rarely go to plan, and problem-solving is an art form.

Emily shares her experiences navigating the industry as a freelancer, the reality of making a career in events, and what it takes to keep the show running smoothly (even when chaos is just around the corner) and the top tips for networking.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like behind the scenes of your favorite festivals and productions, this one’s for you!