Hear Broadway At Its Best
during the 2008 Broadway Sound Master Classes

May 16-18, 2008
(includes a ticket to a Broadway show on May 16)
NYU Tisch School of the Arts, 721 Broadway, New York City


Sixth Annual Broadway Sound Master Classes

The sixth annual Broadway Sound Master Classes (BSMC) provide attendees with an in-depth exploration of the current trends in Broadway sound design and reinforcement––from the artistic process to the hottest new technology. Legendary sound designer Abe Jacob leads a faculty of top sound professionals, who will cover topics such as theatrical sound design, optimization and reinforcement, working with digital audio consoles, and more.

The BSMC is produced by Live Design magazine in conjunction with the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University.

BSMC Faculty

See Bob McCarthy's video on Sound System Design & Alignment

This year's outstanding faculty includes leading sound designers


The BSMC also features technical sessions by:

Chris Hubbard of CH Sound Design: Sound Design & Show Control Software
Henry Cohen of Production Radio Rentals: New Laws Concerning RF
John Taylor of d&b Audiotechnik: Audio Education
Bob McCarthy of Alignment & Design Inc: System Design

BSMC Schedule 2008

Young Frankenstein

2008 BSMC to attend Young Frankenstein on Broadway, Friday evening, May 16. Sound design by Jonathan Deans.

Broadway Sound Master Classes Schedule 2008

Friday, May 16 at 8:00pm Performance of Young Frankenstein Hilton Theatre, 213 West 42nd Street, NY, NY...

Who Should Attend?

From the biggest musicals to the most intimate plays, BSMC celebrates the art of sound design on Broadway!

Sound designers Nevin Steinberg and Tom Clark.

Sound designers Nevin Steinberg and Tom Clark of Acme Sound Partners.

The BSMC attracts professionals from all aspects of the international sound industry: designers, programmers, board ops, etc. Sound design educators and students also attend each year.

"What a show... Mingle with the Broadway folks. Great conversations. It's our first time for Clear-Com. Hard to imagine considering how long we've been at this intercom gig. Seeing the young and "older" at the Master Classes and the enthusiasm they bring made my weekend. More important, if you listen, even an old feller like me will learn something.The future is bright on Broadway. I know, I saw it at the Broadway Sound Master Classes!"
- Ed Fitzgerald, Clear-Com

About Abe Jacob, Creative Consultant

abe jacob

"Sound is the most subjective of all theatre design disciplines. Therefore, knowing what to listen for is as important as the system design itself. With the Broadway Sound Master Classes, we will attempt to address both matters in an informative and entertaining manner. Join us for this exciting and important educational event."
–Abe Jacob

Sound designer Abe Jacob, considered by many to be the "godfather" of contemporary sound design, serves as creative consultant to the BSMC. He got his start in San Francisco mixing sound for such 60s rock stars as Jimi Hendrix, the Mamas and the Papas, and Peter Paul and Mary, and designed the sound system for the Monterey Pop Festival. A legendary sound designer for theatre and opera, a tireless champion of union representation for his fellow artisans, and a 2000 EDDY Award winner, Jacob designed the sound for such seminal Broadway shows as Jesus Christ Superstar, A Chorus Line, Pippin, Chicago, Cats, and Evita, virtually creating the position of sound designer in the process. In the past 15 years, Jacob has helped secure a charter for sound designers within IATSE (Local 922); and in 1993 he helped the Local achieve its first collective bargaining agreement with the League of American Theatres and Producers. In 1999, he helped merge the sound designers with IATSE Local One.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Registration: Save $100 if you register before April 15, 2008


2008 Live Design Broadway Master Classes Online Registration

BSMC tuition includes:

  • Two days of Classes
  • Lunches and Coffee Breaks
  • A Ticket to a Broadway show
    plus a post-show discussion and analysis with the designers
  • Networking Opportunities: Cocktail Party, Manufacturer's Showcase
  • New Technology Presentations

Location & Directions

Abe Burrows Theatre
Tisch School of the Arts
721 Broadway
New York, NY 10003
Map

Abe Burrows Theatre is within a few blocks of most subway lines including:
W. 4th Street – A, C, E, F, V
8th Street – N, R
Astor Place – 6
Christopher Street – 1, 9

Manhattan Submay Map

For Travel Accommodations:
Michelle Kilian
Carber Travel Bureau Corp.
58-20 Roosevelt Avenue
Woodside, NY 11377
Phone: 718-457-1000
Fax: 718-335-5223
mkilian@tzell.com
www.carbertravel.com

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CONFIRMED 08 SPONSORS TO DATE:

A.C.T Lighting
Altman
Apollo Design
Barco
City Theatrical
Clearcom
Coolux
d&b audiotechnik
DiGiCo
Enttec
ETC
Lectrosonics
Lee Filters
Lycian
Martin
Media Numerics
Meyer Sound
Ocean Optics
Pulsar
PRG
QLab/Figure 53
RF Pro
Robert Juliat
Rosco
Selecon
Selador
Sennheiser
Shure
Stage Research
Strand Lighting
Strong
TMB
Vari-Lite
Wybron
Vectorworks




Master Classes Registration Contacts:
John Morabito
Registration Coordinator
203-846-0083
masterclasses@penton.com

Ellen Lampert-Greaux
Conference Director
212-204-4264
elgreaux@livedesignonline.com

Master Classes Sponsorship Contacts:
David Johnson
Associate Publisher/Editorial Director
212-204-4272
djohnson@livedesignonline.com


Sales Managers
Jeff Donnenwerth
National Sales Manager
770-643-1425
jdonnenwerth@livedesignonline.com

Ken Baird
Sales Manager
913-981-6141
kbaird@ldishow.com

Kelly Turner
Sales Manager
415-455-8305
kturner@ldishow.com


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