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Over 40 Broadway designs including The Prom, Tootsie, Mean Girls, Margaritaville, Springsteen on Broadway, War Paint, The Last Ship, Beautiful, If/Then, Anything Goes, American Idiot, Next to Normal, Spring Awakening, Grey Gardens. On the West End: Spring Awakening, Book of Mormon and Beautiful. Off Broadway designs include Bowie’s Lazarus, Giant, Rent, Everyday Rapture, Saved, 10 Million Miles, and Bug. He is the recipient of Obie, Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk, Olivier and Tony awards.

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Productions

 
[Broadway, 2026]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2025]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2024]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2023]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Sound Design
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Sound Design
 
[West End, 2021]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2021]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Sound Designer[Replacement]
 
[US Tour, 2021] [Replacement]
Sound Designer[Replacement]
 
[US Tour, 2021]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Sound Design
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Sound
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Sound Design
 
[Chicago, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2017]
Sound Design
 
[US Tour, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Sound Design
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Regional (US), 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[San Francisco (Regional), 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[New York, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2016] [Replacement]
Original Sound Designer[Replacement]
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[Chicago, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2016] [Replacement]
Sound Design[Replacement]
 
[US Tour, 2016]
Original Broadway Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2015]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2015]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2010]
Sound Designer (Original)
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2009]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Sound Designer
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Sound Designer
 
[, 2007]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Los Angeles, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2002]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2000]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
Sound Designer
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1999]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1999]
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[Broadway, 1999]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1996]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Associate Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Sound Designer

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2024 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Brian Ronan, The Great Gatsby

Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Brian Ronan, Tootsie

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Brian Ronan, Mean Girls

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Brian Ronan, War Paint

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Brian Ronan, Lazarus

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Brian Ronan, The Last Ship

Olivier Awards - 2015 - Best Sound Design

Brian RonanBeautiful: The Carole King Musical


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Brian Ronan, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical


winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Brian Ronan, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Brian Ronan, Giant

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Brian Ronan, Bring It On: The Musical

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Brian Ronan, Nice Work If You Can Get It


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Sound Design

Brian Ronan, The Book of Mormon


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Brian Ronan, Anything Goes

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Brian Ronan, The Book of Mormon


winner
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Brian Ronan, The Book of Mormon

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Brian Ronan, Anything Goes


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2010 - Best Sound Design

Brian Ronan, American Idiot

Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Brian Ronan, Everyday Rapture

Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical

Brian Ronan, Promises, Promises


winner
Olivier Awards - 2010 - Best Sound Design

Brian RonanSpring Awakening

Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Brian Ronan, Next to Normal

The Lortels - 2007 - Outstanding Sound Design

Brian Ronan, Spring Awakening

The Lortels - 2006 - Outstanding Sound Design

Brian Ronan, Grey Gardens


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Sound Design

Brian Ronan, Bug


winner
Obie Awards - 2004 - Sound Design

Brian Ronan, Bug


winner
The Lortels - 2004 - Outstanding Sound Design

Brian Ronan, Bug

Videos

News


Photos: MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL UK and Ireland Tour in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026

Rehearsal photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the award-winning MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL, ahead of its first performance at Manchester Opera House on 23 February 2026. Check out the photos here!
Corbin Bleu and John Behlmann Will Join THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026

Film, television, and stage star Corbin Bleu will join the Broadway company as Nick Carraway after playing the role in the West End production last year. Bleu joins the company with Broadway favorite John Behlmann
THE GREAT GATSBY On Sale This Week At Devos Performance Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026

Broadway Grand Rapids has announced that tickets for the Michigan premiere of THE GREAT GATSBY, based on the beloved novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, will go on sale Thursday, February 12, 2026 at noon for eight performances.
Video: THE GREAT GATSBY North American Tour Opens in Baltimore
by Michael Major - Feb 6, 2026

The Great Gatsby North American tour is now open in Baltimore! Watch a video of their opening night curtain call, featuring a first look at the company in costume. It stars Jake David Smith as Jay Gatsby, Senzel Ahmady as Daisy Buchanan, and more.
THE BOOK OF MORMON to Return to The Granada Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

The Book of Mormon, a nine-time Tony Award-winning musical, will return to The Granada Theatre. The show offers a humorous look at the journeys of two missionaries.
THE BOOK OF MORMON to Return to San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2026

The Book of Mormon will return to San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts for an extremely limited engagement. The Broadway production is directed by Parker and  two-time Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw, and choreographed by Nicholaw.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Set for June Run at Shea's Buffalo Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2026

THE BOOK OF MORMON will return to Shea’s Buffalo Theatre for a limited engagement in 2026. The production is part of the Gallagher Encore Specials presented by Shea’s Performing Arts Center.
Video: Watch THE GREAT GATSBY Perform Halftime Show at Knicks Game
by Michael Major - Jan 29, 2026

Cast members from The Great Gatsby performed a special halftime show at Pride Night with the New York Knicks earlier this week. Led by Dariana Mullen, watch a video of the ensemble of the hit Broadway musical performing 'La Dee Dah.'
THE BOOK OF MORMON to Celebrate 15 Years on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026

The Book of Mormon on Broadway is turning 15 this year, and the nine-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical will celebrate the occasion with a few surprises.
Video: Aisha Jackson Performs National Anthem at Knicks Game Pride Night
by Michael Major - Jan 29, 2026

The Great Gatsby's Aisha Jackson kicked off Pride Night with the New York Knicks by singing the National Anthem. Watch the video now! The hit Broadway musical also performed during halftime at the game.
Rachel Dratch, Stephanie Hsu, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Juliette Lewis & More Join THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW- Full Cast Announced
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2026

It's time to meet Broadway's new creatures of the night! Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast for Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, with direction by Tony Award winner Sam Pinkleton.
Beth Malone, Krysta Rodriguez and Sam Gravitte to Star in STARSTRUCK at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026

Bucks County Playhouse has revealed the cast and creative team for the world premiere of “Starstruck,” a new musical comedy that kicks off the Playhouse’s 2026 mainstage season.
Tickets for THE GREAT GATSBY Go on Sale Tomorrow in Chicago
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026

Broadway In Chicago has announced that single tickets for the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY will go on sale this week. The touring production of the Broadway musical will play a limited two-week engagement at the Cadillac Palace Theatre this spring.
BOOK OF MORMON National Tour to Play Limited Engagement at Folsom's Harris Center
by Gillian Blum - Jan 17, 2026

The National Tour of The Book of Mormon, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play a strictly limited one-week engagement from February 17 through February 22 at the Harris Center in Folsom.
Reeve Carney and Eva Noblezada Will Star in THE GREAT GATSBY
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026

The Great Gatsby's two-time Tony Award-nominated original star Eva Noblezada will return to the role of Daisy Buchanan, joined by Broadway leading man and her newly wedded husband, Reeve Carney as Jay Gatsby.
THE GREAT GATSBY National Tour Reveals Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026

Full casting has been announced for the North American Tour of THE GREAT GATSBY, a new musical. The tour will begin performances in Baltimore, MD at The Hippodrome Theatre on January 31, 2026. Learn more here!
THE BOOK OF MORMON Will Offer $15 Lottery Tickets to Celebrate 15th Year on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026

The Book of Mormon is kicking off its 15th year on Broadway with specially priced $15 digital lottery tickets to celebrate the show marking a milestone 15 years on Broadway. 
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; THE JACK OF HEARTS CLUB Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; Provincetown Theater Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; THE JACK OF HEARTS CLUB Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Brian Ronan been nominated for?

Best Sound Design of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Great Gatsby, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Tootsie, Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Mean Girls, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for War Paint, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Lazarus, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Last Ship, Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Giant, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bring It On: The Musical, Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It , Best Sound Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Anything Goes, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Anything Goes, Best Sound Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for American Idiot, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Everyday Rapture, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Promises, Promises, Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Spring Awakening, Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Next to Normal, Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for Spring Awakening, Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for Grey Gardens, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Bug, Sound Design (Obie Awards) for Bug and Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for Bug.

What awards has Brian Ronan won?

Brian Ronan has won several prestigious awards for his work in sound design. He received the Best Sound Design of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Great Gatsby. He earned Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) and Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. For The Book of Mormon, he won Best Sound Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) and Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards). His work on Anything Goes earned him Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards). He also received Best Sound Design (BroadwayWorld Awards) for American Idiot. In the UK, Ronan won Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Spring Awakening. Additionally, he was recognized for Bug with Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards), Sound Design (Obie Awards), and Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels).

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