As one of the most in-demand and experienced musical directors in the South West region, I have worked on a wide range of large-scale productions. With a strong foundation in rehearsal planning, conducting, and vocal coaching, I bring both musical and leadership expertise to every project. I also specialise in integrating technology into performance environments—particularly in keyboard programming, creating custom click tracks, and enhancing live shows through innovative sound design. Whether working with professional musicians and actors or mentoring emerging talent, my focus is on delivering high-quality, engaging musical experiences.
Credits include:
Kinky Boots (Northcott Theatre Exeter 2025, Ast. MD Princess Theatre Torquay 2022); Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Princess Theatre Torquay 2025); Everybody’s Talking About Jamie (Palace Theatre Paignton 2025); Elf The Musical (Barnfield Theatre Exeter 2024) Forty-Second Street (Princess Theatre Torquay 2024); Nativity! The Musical (Barnfield Theatre Exeter 2023); Oliver! (Ast. MD Princess Theatre Torquay 2023, Barnfield Theatre Exeter 2011) Grease (Princess Theatre Torquay 2023); Calendar Girls (Palace Theatre Paignton 2022, Cover MD Northcott Theatre Exeter 2022); Shrek (Princess Theatre Torquay 2022); Chicago (Palace Theatre Paignton 2020); Cats (Ast. MD Princess Theatre Torquay 2019, Pavilion Exmouth 2012) Wind In The Willows (New Hall Tiverton 2019); The Wiz (New Hall Tiverton 2018); Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (Ast. MD Princess Theatre Torquay 2018); Acorn Antiques (Pavilion Exmouth 2017, Barnfield Theatre Exeter 2013); Jesus Christ Superstar (Manor Pavilion Sidmouth 2016); Legally Blonde (Northcott Theatre Exeter 2016); Into the Woods (New Hall Tiverton 2015); Fiddler on the Roof (Barnfield Theatre Exeter 2015); Avenue Q (Barnfield Theatre Exeter 2015); Sister Act (Northcott Theatre Exeter 2015); Me and My Girl (Northcott Theatre Exeter 2014); Blitz (QE Crediton 2014); Footloose (Barnfield Theatre Exeter 2013, Pavilion Exmouth 2012); Starlight Express (Pavilion Exmouth 2013); Miss Saigon (Pavilion Exmouth 2013); The Wizard of Oz (Manor Pavilion Sidmouth 2012); The Sound of Music (Pavilion Exmouth 2011); Our House – The Madness Musical (Barnfield Theatre Exeter 2011); Oklahoma (Pavilion Exmouth 2011); Little Shop of Horrors (Barnfield Theatre Exeter 2010); We Will Rock You (The Phoenix Exeter 2009)
Upcoming projects in 2025: Come From Away (Palace Theatre Paignton); Calendar Girls (Manor Pavilion Sidmouth); Cinderella (Barnfield Theatre Exeter)
Simon Carter 