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BIO

KEN TRAVIS (Sound Designer) Broadway: In Transit, Aladdin (MX,UK, DE, JP, AU, US), Jekyll and Hyde, A Christmas Story the Musical, Scandalous, Newsies, Memphis, The ThreePenny Opera, Barefoot in the Park and Steel Magnolias. Regional and Off Broadway: The Public Theater, The New Group, The Civilians, Atlantic Theater Company, Soho Rep, Classic Theater Company, Playwrights Horizons, Signature Theater, Mabou Mines, Old Globe, Alliance Theater, ACT Seattle, 5th Avenue Theater, La Jolla Playhouse, Seattle Repertory Theater, LA CTG, The Guthrie Theater, McCarter Theater, Papermill Playhouse

Productions

 
[US Tour, 2024]
Sound Design
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020] Cancelled
Sound Design
 
[Regional (US), 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[Regional (US), 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Washington, DC (Regional), 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[West End, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2015]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[New York, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Sound Designer
 
[New York, 2005]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2003]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2002]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2001]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2000]
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[Off-Broadway, 2000]
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[Off-Broadway, 2000]
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[Off-Broadway, 1999]
Sound Designer

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Ken Travis, Newsies

The Lortels - 2006 - Outstanding Sound Design

Ken TravisAbigail's Party

Videos

News


JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Sets Cast and Creative Teams at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026

Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre announced the full creative team and remaining cast for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, with Adam Standley joining as King Herod. Learn more here!
ALADDIN and ABC7 Eyewitness News Launch 'Magical Moments' Audience Experience
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 3, 2026

Disney’s Aladdin on Broadway and WABC-TV Channel 7 Eyewitness News New York have launched a new initiative, “Magical Moments,' which offers select audience members the chance to visit backstage.
Hudson Valley Shakespeare Reveals Casts for 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2026

Hudson Valley Shakespeare has revealed its casts for its 2026 Season, which will be the first season in its new, permanent theater space, the Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center.
Michael James Scott Will Depart ALADDIN in May
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026

Michael James Scott, Aladdin’s longest-running Genie and an original cast member, will play his final performance Sunday, May 3. Learn more about Scott and Aladdin here!
Asolo Rep Sets Cast And Creative Team of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2026

Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, set to open in March 2026. The renowned theatre, known for its high-caliber productions, will bring this classic musical to life under the direction of a celebrated creative team. The show promises to offer a fresh interpretation of the beloved story, exploring themes of tradition and change.
Lauren Molina, Jeremy Radin and More to Star in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Asolo Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2026

Asolo Repertory Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for Fiddler on the Roof. The beloved Tony Award-winning musical features music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, and book by Joseph Stein.
GREASE Comes to the Village Theatre This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026

Village Theatre is set to bring the iconic musical GREASE to life, featuring classic hits and dynamic performances, starting this spring.
Photo: ALADDIN Welcomes New Cast Members Rodney Ingram and Ryan Gregory Thurman Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

Ryan Gregory Thurman has joined the company of Aladdin on Broadway as Babkak. Also joining the Broadway company of Aladdin, is Rodney Ingram in the title role.
Rodney Ingram Will Take Over the Title Role in ALADDIN
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026

Aladdin has announced that Rodney Ingram will step into the title role beginning Tuesday, February 3. Ainsley Melham will play his final performance Sunday, February 1. 
Video: ALADDIN Broadway Cast Performs a Medley on TODAY
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2026

The Broadway cast of “Aladdin” recently appeared on TODAY to perform a four-song medley of songs from the hit musical as part of the Citi Concert Series. Check out the video here!
Video: Disney's ALADDIN Cast Performs 'A Whole New World' on LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2025

On Tuesday, the cast of Disney's Aladdin, led by Ainsley Melham, Sonya Balsara, and Marcus Martin, took the stage on Live with Kelly and Mark for a performance of 'A Whole New World.' Check out the performance now.
Video: Disney's ALADDIN Cast Performs 'Friend Like Me' on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2025

On Thursday, the cast of Disney's Aladdin, one of the longest-running Broadway shows, took the stage for a magical performance of 'Friend Like Me.' Check it out now!
Video: Watch Ainsley Melham Return to ALADDIN on Broadway
by Michael Major - Aug 27, 2025

On Tuesday night, Ainsley Melham returned to the Broadway production of Aladdin in the title role. Watch a video of the Boop! the Musical star taking his first bow back in the production!
Review: OCTET at Hudson Valley Shakespeare
by Pia Haas - Aug 24, 2025

Through eight characters gathered in a church basement for a weekly support group, it asks us to face our own uneasy relationship with the internet—our dependence, our compulsions, our quiet addictions.
Ainsley Melham Will Return to ALADDIN This Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2025

Aladdin has announced that Ainsley Melham will return to the Broadway production in the title role beginning this month. Learn more about the upcoming run here!
ALADDIN Surpasses MISS SAIGON To Become 14th Longest-Running Show in Broadway History
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2025

Disney’s Aladdin has become the 14th longest-running Broadway show of all time, surpassing Miss Saigon with its 4,092nd performance. Now in its 11th year, Aladdin continues its historic run at the New Amsterdam Theatre.
Review: CAMELOT at Barrington Stage Company
by Marc Savitt - Jul 1, 2025

I confess, it was difficult to leave the house on a truly glorious summer Sunday to attend the opening of Lerner & Loewe’s Camelot. That said, I had been anticipating this production since it was announced as the first musical of the 2025 season and I believe that it does not disappoint.
Video: Watch 'Kids (Reprise)' From BYE, BYE BIRDIE at 5th Avenue Theatre
by Michael Major - Jun 24, 2025

Watch a video of 'Kids (Reprise)' from Bye, Bye Birdie — now onstage at The 5th! This new production of Bye Bye Birdie, the Tony Award-winning musical that captures the spirit, style, and humor of 1960s America.
Barrington Stage Company Unveils Additional Cast and Creatives for 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025

Barrington Stage Company has revealed additional and creative teams for the company’s 2025 Season. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets!
Video: Watch 'The Telephone Hour' From 5th Avenue Theatre's BYE BYE BIRDIE
by Michael Major - Jun 18, 2025

Catch the buzz in “The Telephone Hour”—now onstage at The 5th! This video comes from the new production of Bye Bye Birdie, the Tony Award-winning musical that captures the spirit, style, and humor of 1960s America.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Ken Travis been nominated for?

Best Sound Design of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Newsies and Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for Abigail's Party.

What awards has Ken Travis won?

Best Sound Design of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Newsies.

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