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Gareth Fry

Olivier Award-winning Gareth Fry's recent theatre credits include Road at the Royal Court, Cat on a Hit Tin Roof at the Apollo, Barbershop Chronicles at the National Theatre, Woyzeck at the Old Vic, The Encounter for Complicite. Other productions include John for DV8, Waves at the National Theatre, David Bowie Is for the V&A and Black Watch for the National Theatre of Scotland.

BIO

Olivier Award-winning Gareth Fry's recent theatre credits include Road at the Royal Court, Cat on a Hit Tin Roof at the Apollo, Barbershop Chronicles at the National Theatre, Woyzeck at the Old Vic, The Encounter for Complicite. Other productions include John for DV8, Waves at the National Theatre, David Bowie Is for the V&A and Black Watch for the National Theatre of Scotland. Gareth designed the sound effects for the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games.

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Productions

 
[Broadway, 2026]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2026]
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[West End, 2025]
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[West End, 2022]
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[West End, 2022]
SOUND DESIGNER
 
[West End, 2021]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Australia, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2017]
Sound
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2014]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Sound Designer

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2026 - OUTSTANDING PRODUCTION OF A MUSICAL

Bigfoot, Bigfoot


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Sound Design of a Play

Gareth Fry, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Play

Gareth Fry, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Sound Design

Gareth Fry, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child


winner
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Sound Design of a Play

Gareth Fry, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two


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

Gareth Fry, The Encounter


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Olivier Awards - 2017 - Best Sound Design

Gareth Fry, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Sound Design (Play or Musical)

Gareth Fry, The Encounter


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Tony Awards - 2017 - Special Tony Award

Gareth Fry, The Encounter

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

Gareth Fry, Let the Right One In

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Play

Gareth Fry, Richard III


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Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Sound Design

Gareth Fry, Waves

News

Theatredor to Launch Masterclass Season Led by Tony and Olivier Winners
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2026

Theatredor announced a new season of live masterclasses featuring Tony and Olivier Award winners including Beowulf Boritt, Gareth Fry, and John Yorke sharing insights on theatre, film and television craft.
Photos: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Extends; First Look at New Cast
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2026

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has extended booking for its one-part production in London. Plus check out all new photos of the new cast in action here.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Tickets On Sale at TPAC This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2026

The six-time Tony Award-winning production will make its Nashville premiere as the first touring production of the stage play, playing a limited engagement at Tennessee Performing Arts Center.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends Broadway Run Through February 2027
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 9, 2026

PARANORMAL ACTIVITY will continue to haunt  Broadway for eight additional weeks due to popular demand. Written by Levi Holloway, and directed by Felix Barrett, PARANORMAL ACTIVITY will now play at Broadway’s August Wilson Theatre through February 28, 2027. 
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends Through February 2027 in London and Adds Late-Night Halloween Show
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2026

The London theatrical adaptation of the horror film franchise will run through February 2027 at the Ambassadors Theatre. A special late-night performance has been added for Halloween alongside two previously scheduled shows.
Anthony Mackie Will Return to Broadway in MACBETH in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2026

Anthony Mackie is set to return to Broadway to play Macbeth next year. Mackie, who is known for playing Sam Wilson aka Captain America in the Marvel films, will take on the role beginning in spring 2027.
Photos: DAVID BOWIE: YOU'RE NOT ALONE to OPEN AT BRIGHTON DOME
by Rachel Stone - Sep 30, 2026

The Lightroom 360° experience showcasing David Bowie's landmark performances will open at Brighton Dome's Corn Exchange. The production features rare and never-before-exhibited material from the David Bowie Archive.
Photos: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Hosts Opening Gala Celebration
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026

All new photos have been released from the Opening Gala Celebration of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY on Broadway. Learn more about the show and check out the photos below!
Photos: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Celebrates Broadway Opening Night
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2026

See photos from the Broadway opening night celebration of Paranormal Activity, starring Cher Álvarez, Travis A. Knight, Shannon Cochran and Eva Kaminsky at the August Wilson Theatre.
Goodman Theatre, Paramount Theatre, and More Receive 58th Anniversary Jeff Awards For Equity Theater
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2026

The Jeff Awards recognized 41 recipients across 37 categories of theater excellence in Chicago, with Writers Theatre and Raven Theatre each receiving five awards for their productions.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Reveals First Cast for One-Part Production
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2026

The reimagined one-part production of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD will begin performances at London's Palace Theatre, as the original two-part production concludes its ten-year run.
Four Dance Companies to Perform at CAP UCLA This Fall
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026

CAP UCLA will present four international dance performances this fall, including Akram Khan Company's final touring production THIKRA: NIGHT OF REMEMBERING, Victoria Marks' world premiere A DEER WALKS INTO A DANCE, and Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan's BLUE HOUR/BECKONING.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends West End Run
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026

PARANORMAL ACTIVITY extends its West End engagement at the Ambassadors Theatre following a Broadway opening and UK and Ireland tour launch. The production, written by Levi Holloway and directed by Felix Barrett, runs through January 2027.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Announces Golden Snitch Lottery At Eccles Theater
by Marissa Faith Curley - Sep 5, 2026

Zions Bank Broadway at the Eccles has announced the Golden Snitch Digital Drawing for the upcoming engagement of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD. For subsequent performances, Golden Snitch Digital Drawing will open at 12:00 p.m. local time the Friday prior to the weeks of performance and close at 9:30 a.m. the next Friday.
Review Roundup: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Arrives on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 25, 2026

Are the critics screaming over the first play of the 2026/27 Broadway season? Paranormal Activity officially opened tonight at the August Wilson Theatre. The new play is written by Levi Holloway and directed by Felix Barrett. Let's see what the critics are saying...
Up on the Marquee: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Arrives on Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 12, 2026

Paranormal Activity, the Olivier Award nominated new play written by  Levi Holloway and directed by Felix Barrett, is getting ready to begin performances on Broadway this  Friday, August 14, 2026 at the August Wilson Theatre. Check out photos of the new Broadway marquee here!
Meet the Cast of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY, Now in Previews on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2026

Paranormal Activity is now on Broadway! The Olivier Award nominated new play written by  Levi Holloway and directed by Felix Barrett, begins performances on Friday, August 14, 2026 at the August Wilson Theatre. Meet the cast of Paranormal Activity!
Video: PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Shares New Trailer and Sets Rush and Lottery Policies
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2026

An all new trailer has been released for Paranormal Activity ahead of its Broadway run. Check out the video here and learn about the show's rush and lottery policies.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD to Launch Lottery in Portland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2026

Broadway in Portland will launch the Golden Snitch Digital Lottery for Week Two of the engagement of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.  The production is playing Keller Auditorium for a limited engagement of two weeks only in August.
HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Celebrates 10 Years in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2026

The two-part play at London's Palace Theatre has drawn over 2.5 million theatergoers since its opening, with writer Jack Thorne and director John Tiffany reflecting on the milestone.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Gareth Fry been nominated for?

OUTSTANDING PRODUCTION OF A MUSICAL (Drama League Awards) for Bigfoot, Best Sound Design of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Outstanding Sound Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two, Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Encounter, Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Outstanding Sound Design (Play or Musical) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Encounter, Special Tony Award (Tony Awards) for The Encounter, Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Let the Right One In, Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Richard III and Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Waves.

What awards has Gareth Fry won?

Gareth Fry has won the following awards: - Best Sound Design of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Outstanding Sound Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two - Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Encounter - Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Special Tony Award (Tony Awards) for The Encounter - Best Sound Design (Olivier Awards) for Waves

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