Kenny Neal
Kenny Neal is a Washington DC-based sound designer and composer/arranger. He frequently designs theatre for young audiences productions for Adventure Theatre MTC and The Smithsonian's Discovery Theatre He has also designed in Washington for Studio Theatre, Signature Theatre, 1st Stage, GALA Hispanic Theatre, WSC Avant Bard and many other organizations.
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Kenny Neal is a Washington DC-based sound designer and composer/arranger. He frequently designs theatre for young audiences productions for Adventure Theatre MTC and The Smithsonian's Discovery Theatre He has also designed in Washington for Studio Theatre, Signature Theatre, 1st Stage, GALA Hispanic Theatre, WSC Avant Bard and many other organizations. A graduate of the music program of St. Mary's College of MD, Kenny works as an educational media producer at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and was a nominee for the 2016 Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Sound Design (OLD WICKED SONGS, 1st Stage).
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Theatre World Awards - 1991 - Performance
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VIDEO: First Look at Madhuri Shekar's A NICE INDIAN BOY at Olney Theatre Center in March
by Alan Henry - 2023-03-16 17:39:55
VIDEO: Get A First Look At THE UPSTAIRS DEPARTMENT At Signature Theatre
by Alan Henry - 2022-05-18 15:26:36
VIDEO: Michael Russotto and Rachel Zampelli Lead HEISENBERG at Signature Theatre
by Alan Henry - 2018-09-21 12:09:55
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Ebony Jo-Ann Celebrates New CD 'Please Save Your Love for Me' at Sugar Bar in April
by Louisa Brady - 2016-04-10 18:54:12
News
Review: WISH YOU WERE HERE at Studio Theatre
by Doug Poms - Sep 29, 2026
This funny and moving play by Sanaz Toossi about the friendship of five young women in Iran during the late twentieth century revolution, plays through November 1 at Studio Theatre and is a poignant reminder of our universal humanity.
by Doug Poms - Sep 29, 2026
This funny and moving play by Sanaz Toossi about the friendship of five young women in Iran during the late twentieth century revolution, plays through November 1 at Studio Theatre and is a poignant reminder of our universal humanity.
BETRAYAL by Harold Pinter to Open at 1st Stage
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026
Directed by Alex Levy, the Harold Pinter drama traces a marriage's collapse and a hidden affair in reverse chronology, featuring Katrina Clark, Shawn Sebastian Naar and Jaysen Wright.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026
Directed by Alex Levy, the Harold Pinter drama traces a marriage's collapse and a hidden affair in reverse chronology, featuring Katrina Clark, Shawn Sebastian Naar and Jaysen Wright.
BEATRICE LIKES THE DARK Will Open Adventure's 75th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2026
Adventure Theatre MTC will present the world premiere of BEATRICE LIKES THE DARK, a new play by Dani Stoller directed by Patrick Flynn, in Glen Echo, Maryland.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2026
Adventure Theatre MTC will present the world premiere of BEATRICE LIKES THE DARK, a new play by Dani Stoller directed by Patrick Flynn, in Glen Echo, Maryland.
Review: PRECARIOUS at Mosaic Theater Company
by Pamela Roberts - Jun 12, 2026
In its world premiere at Mosaic Theater Company, Precarious begins at a simmer and quickly works toward a boil. Vi arrives unannounced at her daughter’s apartment just as a dangerous heatwave envelopes the city.
by Pamela Roberts - Jun 12, 2026
In its world premiere at Mosaic Theater Company, Precarious begins at a simmer and quickly works toward a boil. Vi arrives unannounced at her daughter’s apartment just as a dangerous heatwave envelopes the city.
SLEEPING BEAUTY: THE TIME TRAVELER AND HER NEW MILLENNIUM PRINCE Will Come to Adventure Theatre MTC
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Adventure Theatre MTC in Glen Echo, MD will present a new twist on the classic fairy tale, written and directed by Janet Stanford, blending fantasy, friendship, and time travel for audiences ages 4 and up.
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2026
Adventure Theatre MTC in Glen Echo, MD will present a new twist on the classic fairy tale, written and directed by Janet Stanford, blending fantasy, friendship, and time travel for audiences ages 4 and up.
World Premiere of PRECARIOUS Will Come to Mosaic Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Mosaic Theater Company will present the world premiere of PRECARIOUS, a new comedy by Steinberg Award-winner Steph Del Rosso, directed by Jaki Bradley, at the Atlas Performing Arts Center in Washington, DC.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2026
Mosaic Theater Company will present the world premiere of PRECARIOUS, a new comedy by Steinberg Award-winner Steph Del Rosso, directed by Jaki Bradley, at the Atlas Performing Arts Center in Washington, DC.
Rob McClure, National Tours of KIMBERLY AKIMBO and SOME LIKE IT HOT Among 2026 Helen Hayes Award Nominees
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2026
The 2026 Helen Hayes Award nominations have been announced, recognizing outstanding achievement in Washington-area professional theatre. Arena Stage, Signature Theatre, Shakespeare Theatre Company, Round House Theatre, and dozens of regional companies are represented across performance, direction, design, and production categories. The awards highlight the breadth of theatre work presented throughout the D.C. metropolitan area.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2026
The 2026 Helen Hayes Award nominations have been announced, recognizing outstanding achievement in Washington-area professional theatre. Arena Stage, Signature Theatre, Shakespeare Theatre Company, Round House Theatre, and dozens of regional companies are represented across performance, direction, design, and production categories. The awards highlight the breadth of theatre work presented throughout the D.C. metropolitan area.
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Will Return in April
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell announced the music lineup for the 2025 event, scheduled for April 24 – May 4. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell announced the music lineup for the 2025 event, scheduled for April 24 – May 4. Learn more here!
Signature Theatre to Present 2026 'Signature in the Schools' Production of THIS ENDS IN BLOOD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025
Tickets to performances of This Ends in Blood, the 2026 world premiere production of Signature Theatre’s flagship education program, Signature in the Schools, are now on sale.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025
Tickets to performances of This Ends in Blood, the 2026 world premiere production of Signature Theatre’s flagship education program, Signature in the Schools, are now on sale.
Review: FROSTY THE SNOW MAN at Adventure Theatre MTC
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 8, 2025
Back in the day around this time of year, there used to be these things called variety shows which featured big musical artists singing their hearts out for the holidays. It wasn’t Christmas until Andy Williams, The Carpenters, and Perry Como came across our TV screens.
by Elliot Lanes - Dec 8, 2025
Back in the day around this time of year, there used to be these things called variety shows which featured big musical artists singing their hearts out for the holidays. It wasn’t Christmas until Andy Williams, The Carpenters, and Perry Como came across our TV screens.
Review: LIE LOW at Solas Nua
by Rachael F. Goldberg - Nov 12, 2025
'Lie Low' leans into the dark absurdity of life and the things that go wrong. Smyth’s script and the Solas Nua team show a thoughtful understanding of humanity in their work, and connect with audiences with that authenticity – and a few cheeky jokes.
by Rachael F. Goldberg - Nov 12, 2025
'Lie Low' leans into the dark absurdity of life and the things that go wrong. Smyth’s script and the Solas Nua team show a thoughtful understanding of humanity in their work, and connect with audiences with that authenticity – and a few cheeky jokes.
Adventure Theatre MTC To Present FROSTY THE SNOW MAN This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2025
Adventure Theatre MTC will present Frosty the Snow Man from November 26, 2025, through January 11, 2026, directed by Danny Tippett. The family-friendly musical, based on the beloved holiday song, will feature Christian Montgomery as Frosty.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2025
Adventure Theatre MTC will present Frosty the Snow Man from November 26, 2025, through January 11, 2026, directed by Danny Tippett. The family-friendly musical, based on the beloved holiday song, will feature Christian Montgomery as Frosty.
Photos: First Look at STRATEGIC LOVE PLAY at Signature Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2025
Next up at Signature Theatre is the DC premiere of Strategic Love Play, written by Miriam Battye (HBO’s Succession, HBO’s Harry Potter). The production will be directed by Signature Theatre Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner. Check out photos here!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2025
Next up at Signature Theatre is the DC premiere of Strategic Love Play, written by Miriam Battye (HBO’s Succession, HBO’s Harry Potter). The production will be directed by Signature Theatre Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner. Check out photos here!
Danny Gavigan and Bligh Voth to Star in STRATEGIC LOVE PLAY at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2025
Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the DC premiere of Strategic Love Play, written by Miriam Battye. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 2, 2025
Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the DC premiere of Strategic Love Play, written by Miriam Battye. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: FOOTLOOSE at NextStop Theatre Company
by Rachael F. Goldberg - May 21, 2025
NextStop’s production of 'Footloose' felt haphazard and emotionless, and what should have been a fun evening of theater and nostalgia was instead entirely lackluster.
by Rachael F. Goldberg - May 21, 2025
NextStop’s production of 'Footloose' felt haphazard and emotionless, and what should have been a fun evening of theater and nostalgia was instead entirely lackluster.
CHARLOTTE'S WEB Comes to Adventure Theatre MTC in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2025
Adventure Theatre MTC will present Charlotte's Web, directed by Clancey Yovanovich. Based on the classic book by E.B. White, this tale of friendship, kindness, and ultimately the cycle of life is recommended for ages 4 and up.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2025
Adventure Theatre MTC will present Charlotte's Web, directed by Clancey Yovanovich. Based on the classic book by E.B. White, this tale of friendship, kindness, and ultimately the cycle of life is recommended for ages 4 and up.
Tickets to FAILURELAND! at Signature Theatre Now on Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025
Tickets to performances of Failureland!, the 2025 world premiere production of Signature Theatre's flagship education program, Signature in the Schools, are now on sale. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025
Tickets to performances of Failureland!, the 2025 world premiere production of Signature Theatre's flagship education program, Signature in the Schools, are now on sale. Learn more!
Kenny Neal and Son Micah Willis Team Up for New Single 'Devil's In The Delta'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2025
Louisiana's very own multi-Blues Music Award-winner and Grammy nominee Kenny Neal will release his new single, “Devil's In The Delta,” along with his son, Micah Willis, on February 28th.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2025
Louisiana's very own multi-Blues Music Award-winner and Grammy nominee Kenny Neal will release his new single, “Devil's In The Delta,” along with his son, Micah Willis, on February 28th.
Review: JOB at Signature Theatre
by David Friscic - Feb 6, 2025
A psychological game of “cat and mouse” between a therapist and a client carries the audience through the tensions wrought by technology run amok in the multi-layered and compelling play Job. Playwright Max Wolf Friedlich has written a play that is being presented in its first regional theatre production at Signature Theatre.
by David Friscic - Feb 6, 2025
A psychological game of “cat and mouse” between a therapist and a client carries the audience through the tensions wrought by technology run amok in the multi-layered and compelling play Job. Playwright Max Wolf Friedlich has written a play that is being presented in its first regional theatre production at Signature Theatre.
Photos: JOB Starring Eric Hissom as Loyd & Jordan Slattery at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025
JOB is now playing at Signature Theatre, written by Max Wolf Friedlich and directed by Signature's Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner. Check out photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2025
JOB is now playing at Signature Theatre, written by Max Wolf Friedlich and directed by Signature's Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner. Check out photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Kenny Neal been in?
Kenny Neal has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Kenny Neal been in?
Kenny Neal has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Kenny Neal been nominated for?
and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Mule Bone.
What awards has Kenny Neal won?
Kenny Neal won the Theatre World Award for Performance for Mule Bone.
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