James Doughty

In his eight years as Music Supervisor for Sisco Entertainment, James’ vocal arrangements and orchestrations have been heard around the world. Most recently, he music directed and supervised Sisco’s flagship show, The Barricade Boys, from the West End’s Adelphi Theatre to Broadway’s iconic 54 Below. He has created new arrangements for The Showmen, Gravity, Come What May and The Knights, all of whom can be heard on tour worldwide, onboard luxury cruise lines and in exclusive resorts. When not working as a music director for Sisco Entertainment, he can be seen touring his own piano show, in which he pays tribute to legends like Billy Joel, Elton John, Stevie Wonder and even ABBA! ​ As an accomplished pianist and musical director, James is a successful and sought after musician for shows, sessions, concerts and cabarets. He has musically directed and played for a wide range of theatre shows including Saturday Night Fever, Seussical The Musical, if/Then, Made In Dagenham and Rent. He has played for musical theatre superstars Laura Michelle Kelly, Kerry Ellis and Rachel Tucker, and is a composer and writer. His voice and fingers are regularly heard and seen in many venues across the UK, and on luxury cruise ships worldwide, where he continues to delight audiences with performances filled with his unique blend of soul and power.