Theatre Sound Design

The music component of a sound design is an area where a collaborative relationship with the director is crucial. Music is...

Would Shakespeare shun today’s technology? Shakespeare utilized a sound department, using sound effects and they lowered actors in from the flys....

I've built up my sound effects library with love and care over the years and like most designers, I have my...

As shows get bigger, sound systems become ever-more complex. Someone on your team has to make it all work together, and...

As an Associate, I think it is important to remember this is not my show. I may have artistic input, and...

A Brief History of Theatre Sound Consoles with Autograph Sound. A Big Thanks to Peppe Mallozzi for sharing his knowledge with...

One of the best discussions I had in my early days as a sound designer was with a vocal coach. We...

Last month, I reviewed Complicite's The Encounter from a sound design perspective. This month, I wanted to get an insider's view...

QLab is my software of choice for play back in musicals and plays. QLab is a Mac-based piece of software that...