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Jessica Paz

Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY

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BIO

Paz's Broadway credits include Hadestown (2019 TONY, Outer Critics Circle, Drama Desk for Outstanding Sound Design nominations); Associate Designer of Bandstand (2017); Dear Evan Hansen (2016) Disaster the Musical (2015); The Assembled Parties (MCC); and Fela! (2009).


Paz has also worked Off-Broadway on Twelfth Night and Othello (The Public Theater- 2018 Shakespeare in the Park); Miss You Like Hell (The Public Theater); Julius Caesar, A Midsummer Nights Dream, and As You Like it (The Public Theater- 2017 Shakespeare in the Park); Burn All Night (A.R.T Oberon Stage); Ugly Lies the Bone (Roundabout); A Sucker EmCee (LAByrinth); The Muscles in Our Toes (LAByrinth); The Kings Whore (Starcatcher Productions); Becoming Dr. Ruth (Westside Theater); Looking for the Pony (Vital Theater Co.); Women Beware Women (Red Bull Theater); and STRETCH - A Fantasia (New Georges).
Regional and Touring credits include Dear Evan Hansen (1st national tour); Welcome to Fear City (KC Rep); Scott & Hem in the Garden of Allah (Barrington Stage); See How They Run (Barrington Stage); Legally Blonde, 9 to 5 The Musical (North Shore Music Theater); Shakespeare on the Sound's Productions of Romeo & Juliet (2012), A Midsummer Night's Dream (2011), Othello (2010), and Much Ado about Nothing (2009); SCKBSTD (Virginia Stage Co); And Her Hair Went With Her (NJ Rep); Volcanoes Birthright (Organic Magnetics); TempOdyssey (NJ Rep); Bookends (NJ Rep); Minstrel Show (NJ Rep).
Jessica has also been a student advisor for Princeton University's production of Next To Normal, and was the Sound Designer of the Actor's Studio Drama School's yearly Masters Thesis productions from 2009-2014.
She has also been Front of House Engineer for such musicians as The Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Antibalas, Julia Haltigan, Femi Kuti, Lady Antebellum, Candy Shop Boys, People vs. Larson, Michael Arenetta, Bugaboo, Carte Blanche, King Holiday, The Woes, Stone Cold Fox, The African Children's Choir and many others.

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2024]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2024]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Sound Design
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2021]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[New York, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019] [Replacement]
Sound Designer[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Boston, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Associate Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Assistant Sound Designer

Awards and Nominations


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

Jessica PazHadestown

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Sound Design

Jessica PazHadestown


winner
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Sound Design of a Musical

Jessica PazHadestown

Videos

News


A BEAUTIFUL NOISE San Diego Premiere On Sale Now At The Civic Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2025

Tickets for the smash-hit musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, will go on sale starting Friday, February 14 at 10 AM. A BEAUTIFUL NOISE makes its San Diego premiere at the San Diego Civic Theatre Tuesday, May 27 – Sunday, June 1.
A.C.T. Reveals Lineup of Special Events for NOBODY LOVES YOU
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2025

American Conservatory Theater has revealed the lineup of special events—including guest bartenders, a special tasting night, and an event inspired by the popular Tinder Disrupt series—set to coincide with Nobody Loves You. Learn how to attend.
Review: A Dazzling, Sparkling, Spectacle, Makes A BEAUTIFUL NOISE at Straz Center
by Drew Eberhard - Feb 14, 2025

A Beautiful Noise is a Jukebox musical centered around Neil Diamond’s life, times, and music. It celebrated its Opening Night on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre on December 4, 2022. Garnering much acclaim, the musical grossed more than $1 million at the Box Office leading up to its official opening night performance.
Video: Sherie Rene Scott Belts Out 'My Strongest Suit' During Birthday Party
by Michael Major - Feb 10, 2025

Sherie Rene Scott reprised one of her iconic roles during her Little Shop of Horrors birthday party. Watch a video of her singing 'My Strongest Suit' from Aida during for the cast of the hit Off-Broadway revival as they celebrated her big day.
Desmonda Cathabel, Cedric Neal, and More Join HADESTOWN in London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2025

New casting has been announced for West End production of Hadestown for performances from 11 March 2025. Learn more about the upcoming cast the show here!
HADESTOWN to Be Filmed in London With Original Broadway Stars
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

The upcoming West End production of Hadestown will be filmed live at the Lyric Theatre across three performances, next month. The production will star the original Broadway cast!
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Holds Open Casting Call At The Bitter End In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2025

A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL will hold an open call auditions for actors who can sing and play the guitar for the starring role of ‘Neil Diamond – Then’ will take place Thursday, February 6 from 10 AM – 5 PM ET at The Bitter End (147 Bleecker Street), the iconic music venue that helped launched Diamond’s now legendary career.
Full Cast Set For HADESTOWN in London
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

Original cast members of The National Theatre production and the Broadway productions of Hadestown will reprise their roles for a limited run at the Lyric Theatre. Now, the full cast has been announced. Learn more here!
Full Cast and Creative Team Set for NOBODY LOVES YOU at A.C.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2025

American Conservatory Theater has revealed the full cast and creative team for the hilarious musical comedy, Nobody Loves You, performing at A.C.T.’s Toni Rembe Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Sherie Rene Scott and Nicholas Christopher Set Final Performance in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025

Sherie Rene Scott and Nicholas Christopher will play their final performances in Little Shop of Horrors as Audrey and Seymour, respectively, next month. Replacement casting for Seymour, Audrey, and Orin will be announced soon.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
HADESTOWN Original Broadway Cast Members Will Join London Production
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024

Original cast members of the National Theatre production and the Broadway productions of Hadestown will reprise their roles for a limited run at the Lyric Theatre beginning in February, 2025. Get the scoop on who is joining the cast and on how to get tickets.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL Makes Its Columbus Premiere April 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 14, 2024

Individual tickets for the Columbus premiere of the smash-hit musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, will go on sale starting at 10 am Friday, December 13.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Performance Added at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2024

A 9th performance has been added for A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets and learn more about the show.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Boston Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
HADESTOWN Begins Performances At Harris Center For The Arts In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 27, 2024

The Tony- and Grammy-winning Best Musical Hadestown will play for six performances at the Harris Center for the Arts from December 12-15.
Review Roundup: BABE Starring Marisa Tomei Opens At The Pershing Square Signature Center
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2024

The New Group production Babe is officially open at The Pershing Square Signature Center. The production of the play from Jessica Goldberg, features Arliss Howard, Gracie McGraw and Marisa Tomei, in a production directed by Scott Elliott and featuring original music by BETTY. Read the reviews below.
BETTY Will Take Part in Talkback and Performance at BABE at The Pershing Square Signature Center
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2024

The New Group production Babe will welcome the band BETTY for a special post-show talkback and LIVE MUSIC concert following the 7:00PM performance on Tuesday, December 3.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Jessica Paz been nominated for?

Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hadestown, Outstanding Sound Design (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hadestown and Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hadestown.

What awards has Jessica Paz won?

Jessica Paz has won the Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hadestown and the Best Sound Design of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hadestown.

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