Audio Effects, Compositions & Drafting Paperwork
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Wonderful Town
The Cunning Little Vixen
Everybody
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
By Brenden Jacobs Jenkins
Directed by Bridget Leak
Sound Designed by Bryan Pivaral
"Everybody" by Brendan Jacob Jenkins is a thought-provoking play that delves into the complexities of human existence and mortality. Following the journey of the character Everybody, who faces the inevitability of death, the play explores themes of identity, responsibility, and the shared human experience. Through a series of encounters with allegorical figures such as Friendship, Strength, and Death, Everybody grapples with the ultimate questions of life and meaning.
The design of Le Dance Macabre was made to mimic the hectic feeling and movement of a night club.
Laughs in Spanish
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre
By Alexis Scheer
Directed by Bridget Leak
Sound Designed by Matt Tibbs
"Laughs in Spanish" by Alexis Scheer is a comedic and poignant play that follows the story of Ana, a young woman navigating her identity as a Latina comedian in the stand-up comedy world. As Ana strives to make her mark while dealing with family expectations and cultural pressures, the play explores themes of heritage, authenticity, and the pursuit of dreams. With humor and heart, "Laughs in Spanish" sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of finding one's voice in a world full of expectations.
The design of the transition music was made to mimic the music heard typically in Wynwood. I was inspired by the music of artists like Bad Bunny and Karol G.
Daughter
California Institute of the Arts
By Zoe Aja Moore
Produced by Zoe Aja Moore & Company
Sound Designed by Bryan Pivaral
Based on the same transcripts as the Salem witch Trials that inspired Aurther Millers’ “The Crucible”, “daughter” is an attempt to uncover the underlying complexities and societal views of female sexuality and femininity.
I was inspired by images of old buildings and how they were once a place of life and power but are now abandoned and forgotten with time.
When Five Years Pass
California Institute of the Arts
By Frederico Garcia Lorca
Directed by Kalean Ung
Sound Designed by Bryan Pivaral & Kevin Madison
"When Five Years Pass" by Federico García Lorca is a surrealistic play that captures the essence of the human condition amidst societal upheaval. Set during the aftermath of a revolution, the play follows the reunion of characters who grapple with love, loss, and existential uncertainty. Through poetic dialogue and symbolic imagery, Lorca explores themes of memory, identity, and the fleeting nature of time, offering a haunting reflection on the aftermath of change.
Before I was assigned to the show my Co-Sound Designer, Kevin Madison, Composed most of the music for this production. I had made a quick idea of what I perceived the world of the show sounded like and we worked together adding elements of both sounds.
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
By Jaroslava Dobra
Directed by Brian Robertson
Sound Designed by Bryan Pivaral
"The Cunning Little Vixen" is a whimsical opera composed by Leoš Janáček. Set in a Czech forest, it follows the adventures of a clever Vixen. The story explores the cycles of life and nature as the vixen outwits various characters, including humans and other animals, while also experiencing love and loss. Through its charming music and endearing characters, the opera celebrates the vitality and interconnectedness of the natural world.
For this production there was a 64 piece orchestra and so I took the opportunity to focus on the technical aspect as there was no content needed for this production. I wanted to highlight my paperwork for this production.
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music
By Leonard Bernstein
Directed by Diane Lala
Sound Designed by Bryan Pivaral
Wonderful Town is a comedic story about two sisters facing the wacky rollercoaster ride that is 1930’s Greenwich Village, located in New York City, with dreams of making a name for themselves. Originally from Columbus Ohio, Ruth is an aspiring writer while Eileen has her eyes set on being an actress. On this absurd but relatable journey the sisters meet colorful neighbors along the way that put them in funny situations like doing the Conga with sailors and doing odd jobs to get by.
The show emphasizes the surrealness with the hustle and bustle of New York city and the sound design will help highlight the absurdity of the performance on stage. Due to Corbett Auditorium size, an A/B/ VOX system implementation will reinforce and deliver clarity, while the band L/R 8 cabinet Line Arrays let the diverse music of Leonard Bernstein, like Jazz and Conga, come to life and envelop the audience with a concert style approach with Array Zoning with the assistance of Audiotechnic d&b Arrayprocessing. The boat house installations are used to help reinforce for the audience members sitting far left and right. For those sitting in the balcony two d&b Y7P speakers will be used as delays so that they get the same clarity as if they were sitting with floor seats. The Digico SD10, with its outstanding customization, will allow the console to be tailor made to handle the 32 plus cast with a full orchestra.
