Darron L. West
Latest News on Darron L. West:
Review: THE WILD DUCK at Shakespeare Theatre Company (Oct 24, 2025)
VIDEO: First Look at Hartford Stage's ROMEO & JULIET (Apr 25, 2025)
PORT(AL) A Site-Specific Historical Choral Work To Have World Premiere In May (Apr 24, 2025)
Review: THE WILD DUCK at Shakespeare Theatre Company (Oct 24, 2025)
VIDEO: First Look at Hartford Stage's ROMEO & JULIET (Apr 25, 2025)
PORT(AL) A Site-Specific Historical Choral Work To Have World Premiere In May (Apr 24, 2025)
BIO
Previously at the Friedman: The American Plan,To Be or Not To Be, The Royal Family, Top Girls, and Time Stands Still. He is a Tony and Obie Award-winning sound designer whose work for theater and dance has been heard in over 500 Productions nationally and internationally, on Broadway and off. His accolades for Sound Design include the Bay Area Theater Critics Circle, Lucille Lortel and AUDELCO Awards. He a two-time Henry Hewes Design Award winner, and a proud recipient of the Princess Grace Award statue.
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Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Sound Design
Darron L. West, Mlima's Tale
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Sound Design of a Play
Darron L. West, Peter and the Starcatcher
winner
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Sound Design of a Play
Darron L. West, Peter and the Starcatcher
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Sound Design, Resident Production
Darron L. WestImitations For Saxaphone
winner
The Hewes Awards - 2005 - Notable Effects - Sound
Darron L. West, Hot 'n' Throbbing
winner
The Hewes Awards - 2004 - Notable Effects - Sound
Darron L. Westbobrauschenbergamerica
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Sound Design
Darron L. WestChesapeake
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Sound Design
Darron L. West, Y2K
winner
Obie Awards - 1998 - Design for soundscape
Darron L. West, Bob
Videos
Video: Zachary Quinto Discusses His Musical Roots Before Broadway Return in CULT OF LOVE
by Michael Major - 2024-10-11 15:56:38
Video: Watch A Stripped Down Performance From The Cast Of Berkeley Rep's CULT OF LOVE
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-22 15:54:15
Video: Watch a Trailer for Leslye Headland's CULT OF LOVE at Berkeley Rep
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-02-03 13:56:35
VIDEO: Watch a Teaser for Leslye Headland's CULT OF LOVE, Coming to Berkeley Rep in January
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-12-17 11:48:05
Patrick Page's ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE Begins Performances Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-09-28 17:55:48
VIDEO: Guthrie Theater Artistic Director Joseph Haj on THE BACCHAE
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-03-03 20:22:21
VIDEO: Go Inside the Student Matinee of JITNEY at the Mark Taper Forum
by Stephi Wild - 2019-12-20 07:44:08
TV: What's Second Stage's LOBBY HERO All About? Chris Evans and Company Explain!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-02-16 16:00:00
TV: First Look at the Off-Broadway Premiere of Susan Miller's 20TH CENTURY BLUES
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-11-24 13:23:04
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes with MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Costume Designer William Ivey Long
by BWW News Desk - 2017-03-16 14:29:06
VIDEO: Director Anne Bogart Chats CHESS MATCH NO. 5 World Premiere at Abingdon
by BWW News Desk - 2017-03-02 17:15:32
News
Review: THE WILD DUCK at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Roger Catlin - Oct 24, 2025
The attention to detail in the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s terrific production of “The Wild Duck” extends to preshow atmospherics, with a distinct chill not attributable to the cooling autumn temperatures outside.
by Roger Catlin - Oct 24, 2025
The attention to detail in the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s terrific production of “The Wild Duck” extends to preshow atmospherics, with a distinct chill not attributable to the cooling autumn temperatures outside.
VIDEO: First Look at Hartford Stage's ROMEO & JULIET
by Joshua Wright - Apr 25, 2025
Watch a first look at Hartford Stage’s upcoming production of Romeo & Juliet, directed by Artistic Director Melia Bensussen, running April 17–May 18, 2025.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 25, 2025
Watch a first look at Hartford Stage’s upcoming production of Romeo & Juliet, directed by Artistic Director Melia Bensussen, running April 17–May 18, 2025.
PORT(AL) A Site-Specific Historical Choral Work To Have World Premiere In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2025
The GRAMMY Award-winning Brooklyn Youth Chorus has announced the performance schedule and opened ticket sales for the world premiere of Port(al), an ambitious new site-specific production.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2025
The GRAMMY Award-winning Brooklyn Youth Chorus has announced the performance schedule and opened ticket sales for the world premiere of Port(al), an ambitious new site-specific production.
Video: Inside Rehearsals With the Cast of ROMEO & JULIET
by Michael Major - Apr 8, 2025
You won’t want to miss this production of William Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet from Hartford Stage Artistic Director, Melia Bensussen (The Winter’s Tale, Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, All My Sons, Simona’s Search). Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Apr 8, 2025
You won’t want to miss this production of William Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet from Hartford Stage Artistic Director, Melia Bensussen (The Winter’s Tale, Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, All My Sons, Simona’s Search). Watch the video!
Review: UNCLE VANYA at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Roger Catlin - Apr 5, 2025
Devotees of Downton Abbey may be be surprised when Hugh Bonneville pops up as title character in the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s first rate staging of Anton Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya.
by Roger Catlin - Apr 5, 2025
Devotees of Downton Abbey may be be surprised when Hugh Bonneville pops up as title character in the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s first rate staging of Anton Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya.
Cast and Creative Team Set for ROMEO & JULIET at Hartford Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025
Hartford Stage has revealed the artistic team for its upcoming production of Romeo & Juliet. See who is starring and learn more about the production here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025
Hartford Stage has revealed the artistic team for its upcoming production of Romeo & Juliet. See who is starring and learn more about the production here!
New Play Festival 2025: Round House Theatre Reveals Line Up
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2025
Round House Theatre has announced the 2025 lineup for the newly renamed Bonnie Hammerschlag National Capital New Play Festival.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2025
Round House Theatre has announced the 2025 lineup for the newly renamed Bonnie Hammerschlag National Capital New Play Festival.
Cast & Creative Team Set for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Guthrie Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025
The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare, directed by Joseph Haj. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2025
The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare, directed by Joseph Haj. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE: HOW SHAKEPSEARE INVENTED THE VILLIAN at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by David Friscic - Dec 11, 2024
Actor and creator Patrick Page held the audience in the palm of his hand and took the audience (at the Klein Theatre of the Shakespeare Theatre Company) through a veritable “rogues’ gallery” of villains and devious- minded characters from the Shakespearean canon-- including murderers, the revengeful, the cowardly, the hypocritical, the manipulative and the treacherous. The vast array of characters that live in the bleaker recesses of our imagination were vividly portrayed in this ninety-minute penetrating and dramatically performed ode to the illustrious pantheon of perfidy.
by David Friscic - Dec 11, 2024
Actor and creator Patrick Page held the audience in the palm of his hand and took the audience (at the Klein Theatre of the Shakespeare Theatre Company) through a veritable “rogues’ gallery” of villains and devious- minded characters from the Shakespearean canon-- including murderers, the revengeful, the cowardly, the hypocritical, the manipulative and the treacherous. The vast array of characters that live in the bleaker recesses of our imagination were vividly portrayed in this ninety-minute penetrating and dramatically performed ode to the illustrious pantheon of perfidy.
David Rasche and Mare Winningham Complete the Cast of CULT OF LOVE at Second Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2024
David Rasche and Emmy Award winner, Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Mare Winningham will star in Leslye Headland’s CULT OF LOVE at Second Stage Theater. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2024
David Rasche and Emmy Award winner, Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Mare Winningham will star in Leslye Headland’s CULT OF LOVE at Second Stage Theater. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Zachary Quinto Discusses His Musical Roots Before Broadway Return in CULT OF LOVE
by Michael Major - Oct 11, 2024
Zachary Quinto is leaning into his musical theatre roots before returning to Broadway in Cult of Love. While sitting down on The Kelly Clarkson Show, he revealed that 'there's a fair amount of music' in the play. Quinto then broke out his banjo, leading the audience in a sing-a-long of 'You Are My Sunshine.' Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Oct 11, 2024
Zachary Quinto is leaning into his musical theatre roots before returning to Broadway in Cult of Love. While sitting down on The Kelly Clarkson Show, he revealed that 'there's a fair amount of music' in the play. Quinto then broke out his banjo, leading the audience in a sing-a-long of 'You Are My Sunshine.' Watch the video!
Patrick Page's ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE Begins at the Guthrie Tomorrow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2024
All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, a new work created and performed by Patrick Page and based on the villains of William Shakespeare, starts performances at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, October 12. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2024
All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, a new work created and performed by Patrick Page and based on the villains of William Shakespeare, starts performances at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, October 12. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Shailene Woodley Explains Why She Decided to Make Her Broadway Debut
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 26, 2024
Shailene Woodley, known for her roles onscreen, will be making her Broadway debut in a few short months in Leslye Headland's new play Cult of Love. She visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to explain her draw to theatre amid a successful screen career. Watch the interview now!
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 26, 2024
Shailene Woodley, known for her roles onscreen, will be making her Broadway debut in a few short months in Leslye Headland's new play Cult of Love. She visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to explain her draw to theatre amid a successful screen career. Watch the interview now!
Zachary Quinto, Shailene Woodley & More Will Star in CULT OF LOVE on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 18, 2024
Leslye Headland’s CULT OF LOVE, directed by Trip Cullman, has just found its cast! The New York Premiere production of CULT OF LOVE will begin previews on November 20th and will officially open on December 12th at the Helen Hayes Theater. Check out who will star in the production here!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 18, 2024
Leslye Headland’s CULT OF LOVE, directed by Trip Cullman, has just found its cast! The New York Premiere production of CULT OF LOVE will begin previews on November 20th and will officially open on December 12th at the Helen Hayes Theater. Check out who will star in the production here!
Review Roundup: Alexis Scheer's BREAKING THE STORY
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 5, 2024
Second Stage Theater just celebrated opening night for the world premiere of Alexis Scheer's BREAKING THE STORY, directed by Jo Bonney. Check out what the critics are saying about the new play.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 5, 2024
Second Stage Theater just celebrated opening night for the world premiere of Alexis Scheer's BREAKING THE STORY, directed by Jo Bonney. Check out what the critics are saying about the new play.
ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE: HOW SHAKESPEARE INVENTED THE VILLAIN to Play BroadStage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2024
All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, a new work created and performed by Patrick Page and based on the villains of William Shakespeare, will be presented by BroadStage. See when and where you can see the production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2024
All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, a new work created and performed by Patrick Page and based on the villains of William Shakespeare, will be presented by BroadStage. See when and where you can see the production.
Patrick Page's ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE to Play The Shakespeare Theatre in DC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2024
All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, a new work created and performed by Patrick Page and based on the villains of William Shakespeare, will play The Shakespeare Theatre in Washington, D.C. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2024
All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, a new work created and performed by Patrick Page and based on the villains of William Shakespeare, will play The Shakespeare Theatre in Washington, D.C. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Maggie Siff, Julie Halston & More to Star in BREAKING THE STORY at Second Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024
Second Stage Theater has revealed the complete cast for the world premiere production of a new play by Alexis Scheer, BREAKING THE STORY. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024
Second Stage Theater has revealed the complete cast for the world premiere production of a new play by Alexis Scheer, BREAKING THE STORY. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Patrick Page Will Bring ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE Around the Country This Fall
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2024
Patrick Page will bring his one-man show, All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, around the country this fall!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2024
Patrick Page will bring his one-man show, All The Devils Are Here: How Shakespeare Invented The Villain, around the country this fall!
Video: Watch A Stripped Down Performance From The Cast Of Berkeley Rep's CULT OF LOVE
by Joshua Wright - Feb 22, 2024
Watch a stripped-down musical moment featuring the cast of Berkeley Rep's Cult of Love. In the all-new video, Lucas Near-Verbrugghe, Dan Hiatt, Chris Lowell, Luisa Sermol, and Kerstin Anderson perform 'A'Soalin' (Hey, Ho Nobody Home).'
by Joshua Wright - Feb 22, 2024
Watch a stripped-down musical moment featuring the cast of Berkeley Rep's Cult of Love. In the all-new video, Lucas Near-Verbrugghe, Dan Hiatt, Chris Lowell, Luisa Sermol, and Kerstin Anderson perform 'A'Soalin' (Hey, Ho Nobody Home).'
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Darron L. West been nominated for?
Outstanding Sound Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mlima's Tale, Best Sound Design of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Outstanding Sound Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Imitations For Saxaphone, Notable Effects - Sound (The Hewes Awards) for Hot 'n' Throbbing, Notable Effects - Sound (The Hewes Awards) for bobrauschenbergamerica, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Chesapeake, Outstanding Sound Design (Drama Desk Awards) for Y2K and Design for soundscape (Obie Awards) for Bob.
What awards has Darron L. West won?
Darron L. West has won several prestigious awards for his work in sound design. He received the Best Sound Design of a Play award from both the BroadwayWorld Awards and the Tony Awards for Peter and the Starcatcher. He was also honored with the Notable Effects - Sound award from The Hewes Awards for Hot 'n' Throbbing and for bobrauschenbergamerica. Additionally, West earned the Outstanding Sound Design award from the Drama Desk Awards for both Chesapeake and Y2K. Furthermore, he won the Obie Award for Design for Soundscape for Bob.
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