04/09/2026
A character, a setting and a goal. Then come the heckles.
In this episode of OnStage: Casting Call, Brian Coppock sits down with Sheldon Mott, creator of Heckle Havoc, to explore how a storytelling game grew into an unpredictable live theatre experience.
Combining improvisation, comedy and audience participation, Heckle Havoc challenges performers to think on their feet, change direction and keep their story alive when almost anything can happen.
Brian and Sheldon discuss taking creative risks, trusting your instincts and why listening and committing to the moment can matter more than trying to be funny.
And Brian puts himself to the test, stepping behind the Mask to take on a Heckle Havoc challenge of his own.
For performers, theatre lovers and anyone curious about turning an original idea into a live show, this is a conversation worth hearing.
Listen on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/763BWWt9VTzYzMKWCexUWT?si=7faf47f820574a4b
Listen on Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/episode-16-behind-the-mask-the-story-of-heckle-havoc/id1836818655?i=1000787772185
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