Professional Drummer Dan Hayward on Life Behind the Drum Kit

Kirsty Corbett chats professional drummer Dan Hayward shares his journey from landing his first paid gig as a teenager to performing in some of the UK’s biggest musical theatre productions, including Hamilton, Avenue Q and the current tour of Mean Girls. Dan talks about the realities of working as a professional drummer, the skills needed to succeed in the music industry, playing in theatre shows, depping for other musicians and adapting to different drum kit setups. Whether you’re an aspiring drummer, a musician or simply fascinated by life behind the scenes in musical theatre, this interview offers valuable insights into what it takes to build a successful career behind the drum kit. Listen again to hear Dan’s experiences, advice, and passion for drumming. Mean Girls, Dan’s current tour, is due to come to Nottingham from 3 – 7 November and tickets are on sale, now, via the Nottingham Theatre Royal & Concert Hall website.

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