Kevin Hughes
Pyrotechnician / Project Manager
Kevin Hughes has spent more than 25 years helping bring some of live entertainment’s biggest moments to life. A project manager and licensed special effects technician with Pyrotek’s Toronto team, he has worked on concert tours, festivals, major sporting events and televised award shows around the world. His credits include Paul McCartney, Metallica, Green Day, Rihanna, Bruno Mars and the Grammy Awards. From his early days in the shop to touring and managing productions, Kevin brings a hands-on perspective to the creativity, precision and teamwork behind an unforgettable show.
Oct. 14, 2026
Evolution of pyro technology with Kevin Hughes
EPISODE 366 Kevin Hughes, Senior Product Specialist and Project Manager at Pyrotek Special Effects. Operating out of Pyrotek’s Toronto office, Kevin is a licensed Special Effects Technician who has spent over 15 years designing and executing massive pyrotechnics, custom propane flame effects, and atmospheric design for the live event industry. If you’ve seen live pyrotechnics on tour with Green Day, Guns N' Roses, Rush, or the Jonas Brothers, or caught spectacular displays at t...
Guest: Kevin Hughes