Theatrical SOund Design
Sound is one of the most powerful tools in storytelling. In live performance, it shapes rhythm, atmosphere, and emotional perspective — guiding how an audience experiences a moment without ever drawing attention to itself.
My work in theater approaches sound design as narrative composition. Rather than treating sound as a technical layer added late in the process, I collaborate with directors, designers, and performers from early development to shape the sonic language of a production. The goal is to create an aural environment that supports the dramatic arc of the story and deepens the audience’s emotional connection to the work.
With a background in music and interactive media, I often compose original music and sound elements tailored specifically to a production’s dramaturgy. I am particularly interested in projects where sound can function as an active storytelling partner — responding to performance, shaping transitions, and evolving alongside the actors and staging.
My design approach frequently incorporates interactive technologies that allow performers and environments to influence sound in real time. These techniques can create a more dynamic relationship between actor and soundscape, allowing the aural world of the play to breathe and respond to the moment of performance.
At the same time, I believe strongly that theatrical sound systems must remain intuitive and reliable for the teams operating them. I design playback and control systems that support creative flexibility while remaining simple to operate during rehearsals and performances.
My theatrical work spans straight plays, devised work, immersive performance, and heightened-text productions where sound plays a central role in shaping the dramatic experience.
Services
Sound Design for Theatre & Live Performance
Complete sound design for theatrical productions, including system design, sound effects, spatialization, and integration with lighting, video, and scenic elements.
Original Music Composition
Custom music written specifically for theatrical storytelling, ranging from atmospheric underscoring to thematic compositions and full sound environments.
Interactive & Real-Time Sound Systems
Design and implementation of interactive audio systems that respond to performers, sensors, or show control systems.
Immersive & Environmental Audio
Spatial sound environments that support immersive and site-specific performance work.
Playback & Show Control Programming
Programming and integration of playback systems (QLab and other platforms) for reliable rehearsal and performance operation.
Production System Design
Sound system design and specification for theaters, temporary performance spaces, and immersive environments.
