Pause, Play, Discover Reunion

Wednesday 18th February 2026 

10am - 4pm

The Rose Shure Experience Centre, 

24 King William St, London EC4R 9AT

Join us for this year's Pause, Play, Discover Reunion. We've organised a one day version of the festival with a focus on celebrating and empowering those underrepresented within our community. No judgement, no silly questions, this day is perfect for anyone feeling like they need some encouragement to fulfill their full potential.

Morning session:

Panel Discussion - Job Sharing

What are the pros and cons of job sharing? Join us to hear of job sharing successes and how we can encourage more producers to consider this approach. 

What is a Production Sound Engineer?

What does a PSE do? Rosie Stroud answers questions about being a PSE.

Afternoon session:

Audio Networking Workshop

Anna Shahin explains networking fundamentals before demonstrating with a hands-on troubleshooting workshop with a no jargon approach.

Foley for Theatre

Sound Designer of foley show Cow Deer, Mel Wilson and foley artist Ruth Sullivan discuss the evolving role of foley in theatre, the unique collaboration between sound disciplines and the creative ideas behind staging a sound lead show.

Free lunch included!

Please note, the ASDP reserves the right to make changes to the programme without prior notice. Such alterations may occasionally be necessary due to circumstances beyond our control.

All events will be filmed and photographed - your presence confirms your permission for the ASDP to use any images or recordings of you in our publicity materials and seminar archive.

The ASDP does not accept responsibility for anyone acting as a result of information or views expressed on its training courses including course material. Opinions expressed are those of individual trainers and not necessarily those of the ASDP. Participants should take professional advice when dealing with specific situations.

Please note, the ASDP reserves the right to make changes to the programme without prior notice. Such alterations may occasionally be necessary due to circumstances beyond our control.

All events will be filmed and photographed - your presence confirms your permission for the ASDP to use any images or recordings of you in our publicity materials and seminar archive.

The ASDP does not accept responsibility for anyone acting as a result of information or views expressed on its training courses including course material. Opinions expressed are those of individual trainers and not necessarily those of the ASDP. Participants should take professional advice when dealing with specific situations.