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BIO

Mick has designed the sound for numerous world premiere productions including: Saturday Night Fever (London, New York and worldwide), Bombay Dreams (London, New York), The Woman In White (London, New York), the largest ever production of Phantom Of The Opera (Las Vegas), the critically acclaimed West End production of Evita (London, Broadway, Sydney Opera House and Australian tour), Zorro The Musical (London, Paris and worldwide), Andrew Lloyd Webber's hit productions of The Sound Of Music (London, Toronto, UK Tour, Asia, Australia) and Joseph and his Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (London), Sister Act (London, Hamburg, Stuttgart, Barcelona, Berlin),the world premiere of Love Never Dies (London, Melbourne and Sydney, Tokyo, Hamburg, US Tour, UK Tour), Andrew Lloyd Webber's new production of The Wizard of Oz (London, Toronto, US Tour, Australia), the world premiere of Betty Blue Eyes (London), the Les Misérables 25th Anniversary Celebration (02 Arena London), The Phantom Of The Opera 25th Anniversary Celebration (Royal Albert Hall, London), Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of The Phantom Of The Opera (UK Tour, US Tour), the Broadway revival of Evita (New York, US Tour, Australia, China), Barnum (Chichester, UK Tour), Tim Rice’s From Here To Eternity (London), Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Miss Saigon (London, Tokyo, New York, UK Tour ,US Tour and worldwide), Andrew Lloyd Webber's School of Rock (New York, London, US Tour, Australia, China), Sunset Boulevard (English National Opera, London, New York),Cats Broadway revival (New York, US Tour), Half a Sixpence (Chichester, London), Carousel (English National Opera, London), The Phantom Of The Opera 30th Anniversary celebration(New York), Chess (English National Opera, London), New International Tour The Phantom Of The Opera (Worldwide 2019), Man of La Mancha (English National Opera, London), The Light in The Piazza (Royal Festival Hall), Les Misérables The Staged Concert (Gielgud Theatre London), Les Misérables (Sondheim Theatre London), The Phantom of the Opera (UK Tour 2020).



Mick created all new sound designs for The Phantom of The Opera (London, New York, worldwide) and all new sound designs for Les Misérables (New York, worldwide, and most recently at the newly named Sondheim Theatre London).

Awards:
Olivier Award UK 2005 The Woman in White in London
Parnelli Award USA 2006 The Phantom of The Opera in Las Vegas
Green Room Award Australia 2011 Love Never Dies in Melbourne
Helpmann Award nominee Australia 2011 Love Never Dies in Melbourne
Broadway World Audience Award Canada 2013 Les Misérables in Toronto
Tony Award nominee USA 2014 Les Misérables in New York
Green Room Award nominee Australia 2014 Les Misérables in Sydney
Broadway World Audience Award UK 2014 Miss Saigon in London
Helpmann Award Australia 2015 Les Misérables in Melbourne
Drama Desk Award nominee USA 2016 School of Rock in New York
Broadway World Audience Award Asia 2016 Les Misérables in Manila
Drama Desk Award nominee USA 2017 Cats in New York
Green Room Award nominee Australia 2019 Evita at Sydney Opera House
Green Room Award Australia 2019 School of Rock in Melbourne
WhatsOnStage Award Nominee 2020 The Light in The Piazza London

www.mickpotter.com

Productions

 
[West End, 2023]
Sound Design
 
[West End, 2021]
Sound Design
 
[West End, 2021] [Replacement]
Sound Designer[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2021]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Sound Design
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Sound Design
 
[West End, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2016] [Replacement]
Sound[Replacement]
 
[West End, 2016]
Sound Design
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Sound Design
 
[West End, 2014]
Sound Design
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2010]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2009]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Las Vegas, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2005]
Sound Designer
 
[London Fringe, 2005]
Sound Designer
 
[Regional (UK), 2005]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2004]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2002]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 1998]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1988] [Replacement]
Sound Designer[Replacement]
 
[West End, 1985] [Replacement]
Sound Designer[Replacement]
 
[West End, ]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, ]
Sound Designer

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Mick Potter, Cats

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Mick Potter, School of Rock


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2014 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Mick Potter, Les Miserables

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Mick Potter, Les Miserables


winner
Olivier Awards - 2005 - Best Sound Design

Mick Potter, The Woman In White

Videos

News


LES MISERABLES On Sale At The North Charleston PAC This Week

Tickets for the acclaimed musical LES MISÉRABLES at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center will be available starting Monday, November 18.
New Production of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Will Embark on North American Tour

Cameron Mackintosh's new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, featuring Maria Björnson’s design, will launch a new multi-year North American tour in November 2025. Learn more about the tour here!
LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Confirms Australian Tour Dates

LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR has set its full Australian Tour schedule. The show is coming to the ICC Theatre Sydney on 30 April 2025, to be followed by Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne from 14 May 2025 and then Brisbane Entertainment Centre from 28 May 2025 for strictly limited performances.
Tickets to LES MISERABLES at Bass Concert Hall On Sale Tomorrow

LES MISÉRABLES will return to Austin this winter. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, offering theatergoers the chance to experience the production live at the Bass Concert Hall. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Photos: Killian Donnelly, Jac Yarrow, and More in LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR

Further photos have been released for Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, currently at the Utilita Arena, Sheffield (10 – 13 October 2024). The production will also visit Aberdeen, Manchester and Newcastle as part of its world tour. Check out the photos here!
Tickets for LES MISERABLES at Popejoy Hall Now on Sale

Tickets for Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, are now on sale for its engagement at Albuquerque's Popejoy Hall.
Photos: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Extends Booking in London and Releases New Photos

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 27 September 2025. Plus, check out all new photos here!
Photos: LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR Kicks Off World Tour

All new photos have been released for the World Tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, with upcoming UK performances in Glasgow, Sheffield, Aberdeen, Manchester and Newcastle. Check out the photos here!
Video: Lewis Francis, Sarah Morrison Talk MISS SAIGON

In a sit-down interview with 'Miss Saigon' cast, Lewis Francis (John) and Sarah Morrison (Ellen) were asked: What’s the core message of ‘Miss Saigon’? They both answered unflinchingly: 'There are no winners in war.'
Tickets to LES MISERABLES in Chicago On Sale Tomorrow

Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES at Broadway In Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre go on sale tomorrow. This epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
LES MISERABLES National Tour Welcomes Lindsay Heather Pearce and More for Third Year

The LES MISÉRABLES National Tour announced its year 3 casting, featuring Lindsay Pearce as Fantine. The tour continues to bring the beloved musical to audiences across the country.
Single Tickets On Sale This Week for LES MISERABLES At The Buddy Holly Hall

Single tickets for the national tour of LES MISÉRABLES at The Buddy Holly Hall will be available starting September 13. The production is part of the American Theatre Guild's Broadway series.
LES MISERABLES at The Sondheim Theatre Extends Booking

Boublil and Schönberg's LES MISÉRABLES at the Sondheim Theatre has extended its booking until Saturday 6 September 2025.
Emily Bautista Joins LES MISERABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR UK Tour Dates; Full Cast!

Full casting has been announced for the forthcoming UK performances of the World Tour of Boublil and Schönberg’s LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR, which will open at the SSE Arena Belfast on 19 September 2024, with a cast and orchestra of over 65.
LES MISERABLES Now On Sale At Aronoff Center

Tickets for the global phenomenon LES MISÉRABLES will be available starting July 26. Don't miss your chance to experience this iconic musical live on stage.
Tickets On Sale Now For Two Shows Returning to Playhouse Square This Fall

Tickets are available now for the return of Mean Girls and Les Miserables to Playhouse Square this fall. Learn more about the shows!
New Cast Set for THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty's Theatre

New casting has been announced for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre from Monday 29 July 2024. The musical is currently booking until Saturday 29 March 2025.
With Additional Dates, MISS SAIGON Lands in Singapore on August 15

Cameron Mackintosh’s mega-musical 'Miss Saigon,' which first played at the Kallang Theatre in 2001, returns to Singapore in a reimagined production that’s 'more relevant than ever' (BroadwayWorld). Leading the cast of this new production are Sydney-based actress Abigail Adriano (Kim) and Singapore-raised actress Louisa Vilinne (alternate Kim.)
LES MISERABLES Returns to the Fisher Theatre in December

Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES, will play Detroit’s Fisher Theatre December 4 – 15.
LES MISERABLES On Sale This Monday At Eccles Center

Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES will be available starting June 17. The acclaimed musical will be performing at the local theatre, promising an unforgettable experience for fans of the classic tale.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Mick Potter been nominated for?

Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Cats, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for School of Rock, Best Sound Design of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Les Miserables, Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Les Miserables and Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for The Woman In White.

What awards has Mick Potter won?

Mick Potter has won the Best Sound Design of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Les Miserables and the Best Sound Design at the Olivier Awards for The Woman In White.

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