Where technology and storytelling meet.
Boston University’s sound design programs stand firmly on a dual foundation: encouraging students to think creatively about sound for theatre in musical and unconventional ways, and guiding each student in the development, implementation, and execution of their designs.
As a BFA or MFA Sound Design student, you’ll…
- DEFINE an identity for yourself as a sound designer and artist
- Develop the skills necessary to enter into the theatre industry with TECHNICAL COMPETENCE and ARTISTIC INTEGRITY
- Gain skills in DIGITAL AUDIO MANIPULATION and AUDIO SYSTEMS DESIGN, as well as the necessary understanding of signal flow, interconnection, audio and control systems networking, MIDI, production intercom systems, and video
At BU, they learn there is no “one way” of approaching a design challenge. Each project provides unique collaborative opportunities. Our program is focused on the creative challenges and development of artistic theatre practice, with technology being a means to an end. Students in BU’s sound design programs work alongside each other extensively, as designers, assistants, and system and production audio engineers. Graduates of BU’s sound design programs go on to work at all levels of theatrical production, including commercial, non-profit, and educational.
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