"Sonnets & Soul" - Howard University
thesounddesignguy
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A challenging design due to a challenging space (and staged blocking). The sound effects and ambiences were most certainly the easiest aspects of designing this show. The variable I had to overcome was the theatre space that was not necessarily suited for such a large production. Full eight-piece band in the wing and as many as 18 vocalists on stage at one time. This was without a functioning house sound system.
As a world premier, there were a lot of unknowns, and yet a lot of pressure. Mitigating feedback and managing overall levels in the lively space were the main objects. It took a few runs, but we managed to hit a groove. Working closely with the Sound Engineer, we overcame and designed a fantastic show.
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