Sound Design for Theatre
This five-day hands-on course will introduce you to the practical, creative and technological aspects of sound design and management for the stage.
Key information:
- Course dates:
- Mon 24 July – Fri 28 July 2023
- Course times:
- 10am–5pm
- Age:
- 16+
- Art form:
- Production Arts
- Fees:
- £565
- Deadline:
- 5pm, Sunday 9 July 2023
- Level of study:
- Short Courses & Summer Schools (ages 18+) | Short Courses & Summer Schools, Workshops & Saturday Centres (ages 4-18)
- Mode of study:
- In-person
- Venue:
- Guildhall School of Music & Drama
- When:
- Summer Schools (July–August)
Course info
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- Spaces are limited so early booking is encouraged.
- Bookings will close at 5pm on Sunday 9 July 2023 or when the course reaches full capacity.
- Please note that accommodation in Sundial Court isn't available in 2023
Ages 16+
Course Dates & Times
Monday 24 July – Friday 28 July 2023
10am–5pm
About Sound Design for Theatre
This five-day hands-on course will introduce you to the practical, creative and technological aspects of sound design and management for the stage.
Who is the course for?
Anyone with an interest in sound, its manipulation and use in a theatrical or narrative context.
What can I expect?
The course covers the purpose and timeline of theatre sound through designing as well as an introduction to relevant software:
- Software: QLab and Pro Tools
- FX recording and editing
- Aspects of Sound Design: atmospheres, spot FX and reinforcement
This is a practical course during which you will create sound cues. The course will culminate in a live performance where you will be given the opportunity to execute these.
Do I need anything for the course?
- Paper or Notepad
- Pen or Pencil
Course Fee
£565
Participation Bursaries are available for this course (Please note the application deadline for participation bursaries is 12 June 2023.)
Book Now
- Spaces are limited so early booking is encouraged.
- Bookings will close at 5pm on Sunday 9 July 2023 or when the course reaches full capacity.
- Please note that accommodation in Sundial Court isn't available in 2023
Eligibility
- For everyone aged 16+.
- Participants must have sufficient English language skills to cope with course demands.
About the Course Tutor
The course is taught by Grant Shalks.
Grant began his career as a recording engineer and composer in 1999, and more recently has been lecturing in all aspects of sound including recording, composing and sound design from 2004 to the present. Clients include IBM, Stagecoach and Clockwork Games.
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