Alex R Dickson

With roots in Taranaki and Hawke’s Bay, and a lifelong love for the performing arts, Alexander brings energy, precision, and deep industry knowledge to his role as BATS’ Venue Technical Manager. A graduate of Toi Whakaari with a Bachelor of Performing Arts Management, he’s worked with some of Wellington’s key venues and technical suppliers, including San Fran, Meow, and Illumination Optics, developing a strong reputation as a lighting operator and technical all-rounder. Alexander has also worked in large-scale production settings, including as Production Manager for Wellington Opera’s Tosca and in the team behind Light Cycles, a major immersive installation by Moment Factory and Tāwhiri. His connection to BATS began in 2022 as a student technician—now, in his leadership role, he’s passionate about supporting artists, building smarter systems, and creating welcoming, innovative spaces for creativity to thrive.