In this episode of Theatrically Authentic, Sarah Atherton-Knight and Simon Scott continue their exploration of why theatre can feel both regulating and overwhelming for neurodivergent people.
From rehearsal rooms and tech week to previews, press nights, and backstage rituals, the episode examines the hidden systems that keep live theatre running, alongside the emotional and sensory demands placed on the people inside them — where reading the room isn’t just a skill, but survival.
Featuring discussions of Wicked, Les Misérables, The Play That Goes Wrong, Everybody's Talking About Jamie, and experiences from both backstage and onstage life, this episode shines a spotlight on the invisible labour that makes theatre magic possible.
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