Dallas comedian flies 4,500 miles for a first date — and finds a real connection

Head of Audio for Wicked on Broadway, Josh Maszle, reflects on mixing nearly 3,000 performances and how the job evolved from nervous first shows to an intuitive connection with the cast. He explains how live mixing requires constant focus, fast decisions, and trust. Experience allows him to read performers, adjust on instinct, and support high-pressure moments, so they land perfectly every night.