Designed By with Joanna Peña-Bickley

Sound Serendipity Designed By Jessica Paz


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In this inspiring episode Joanna Peña-Bickley sits down with the Tony Award-winning sound designer, Jessica Paz, to explore the intricate fusion of art and science in the world of sound design. Jessica, renowned for her work in theater, film, and music, shares her journey and insights that have led to groundbreaking innovations in sound.

Listeners will be enthralled as Jessica recounts her experiences working on various acclaimed projects. She delves into her collaboration with Nevin Steinberg on Anaïs Mitchell’s "Hadestown," a project that not only won them a Tony Award but also a Drama Desk Award and an Outer Critics Circle nomination. Jessica's insights into this creative process provide a rare glimpse into the makings of a theatrical masterpiece.

The conversation also covers her role as an Associate Sound Designer on Broadway hits like "Dear Evan Hansen," "Fela!," and "Disaster! The Musical." Jessica offers a behind-the-scenes look at these productions, discussing the challenges and triumphs of bringing a show's auditory landscape to life.

Throughout the episode, Jessica emphasizes the importance of a hands-on approach and lifelong learning in her field. She shares how her relentless pursuit of acoustic exploration and the 'magic of sifting for gold' to delight audiences has shaped her career and contributions to the industry.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the blend of technical skill and artistic creativity in sound design, and for those who seek to understand how sound shapes our experience of storytelling.

Episode Links & References:

  1. Jessica Paz's Website
  2. Hadestown
  3. Nevin Steinberg
  4. Sleep No More 
  5. SoundGirls.Org

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