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BIO

Originally from Rochester New York, currently resides in Los Angeles working primarily as a sound designer and composer. He attended the University of the Arts receiving a BFA and later studied the Jacque Lecoq approach to avant-garde theatre at the London International School of Performing Arts. Mikaal also writes and directs from time to time. He is currently writing and devising a new headphone play titled Project Black Plague. PBP has received artist residencies at Space on Ryder Farm in upstate New York, UCross Foundation in Wyoming, as well as VoxFest at Dartmouth College in New Hampshire. Mikaal’s sound design credits on world premiere shows include: Rags Parkland (Ars Nova; Lucille Lortel Award winner), Fairview (Soho Rep; Pulitzer Prize winner for Drama), Underground Railroad Game (Ars Nova; Obie Award winner). He has received nominations from Bay Area Theatre Critics, Audelco Award, Lucille Lortel Award, and Drama Desk Award for sound design.



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Productions

Angry Alan
 
[Off-Broadway, 2025]
Sound Designer
Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes
 
[Off-Broadway, 2025]
Sound Designer
Pirates! The Penzance MusicalPirates! The Penzance Musical
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Sound Designer
The RoommateThe Roommate
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Sound Design
someone spectacularsomeone spectacular
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Sound Designer
An Enemy of the PeopleAn Enemy of the People
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Sound Design
DoubtDoubt
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Sound Design
Three SistersThree Sisters
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023] Cancelled
Sound Designer
The Half-God of RainfallThe Half-God of Rainfall
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Sound Designer
The Thanksgiving PlayThe Thanksgiving Play
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Sound Design
Fat HamFat Ham
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Sound Design
Evanston Salt Costs ClimbingEvanston Salt Costs Climbing
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Sound Design
Fat HamFat Ham
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Sound Designer
MacbethMacbeth
 
[Broadway, 2022] [Replacement]
Sound Design[Replacement]
On SugarlandOn Sugarland
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Sound Design & Co-Original Compositions
Thoughts of a Colored ManThoughts of a Colored Man
 
[Broadway, 2021] [Replacement]
Sound Designer[Replacement]
Sanctuary CitySanctuary City
 
[Off-Broadway, 2020]
Sound Designer
Fires in the MirrorFires in the Mirror
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
ContinuityContinuity
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
PassagePassage
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer and Original Music
By the Way, Meet Vera StarkBy the Way, Meet Vera Stark
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
Blue RidgeBlue Ridge
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Design
The Thanksgiving PlayThe Thanksgiving Play
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
Rags Parkland Sings the Songs of the FutureRags Parkland Sings the Songs of the Future
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
FairviewFairview
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
The Rape of the Sabine Women, By Grace B. MatthiasThe Rape of the Sabine Women, By Grace B. Matthias
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Sound Design
Underground Railroad GameUnderground Railroad Game
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Sound Design

Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2024 - Outstanding Sound Design

Mikaal Sulaiman(pray)

Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Sound Design of a Play

Mikaal Sulaiman, Fat Ham

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Sound Design for a Play

Mikaal Sulaiman, Sanctuary City


winner
Obie Awards - 2022 - Special Citation

Mikaal SulaimanFat Ham

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Sound Design of a Play

Mikaal Sulaiman, Macbeth

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

Mikaal SulaimanRags Parkland Sings the Songs of the Future

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Video: Watch Jinkx Monsoon & Ramin Karimloo Sing in PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Reh Photo
Video: Watch Jinkx Monsoon & Ramin Karimloo Sing in PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Rehearsal
by Michael Major - Mar 31, 2025

Step inside the rehearsal room for Pirates! The Penzance Musical, with a first look at Jinkx Monsoon, Ramin Karimloo, David Hyde Pierce, and more performing songs from the show. The new video includes Monsoon singing 'When Frederic was a Little Lad.'
PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Extends Through Late July Photo
PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Extends Through Late July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

xRoundabout Theatre Company will present a four-week extension of Pirates! The Penzance Musical, starring Ramon Karimloo, Jinkx Monsoon and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber and More to Star in Upcoming Audible Theater Plays Photo
Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber and More to Star in Upcoming Audible Theater Plays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025

Audible and TOGETHER are launching a new collaboration that will include two fully-produced plays, readings, panels, and workshops to be mounted at Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre, starring Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber and more.
John Krasinski Will Lead ANGRY ALAN Off-Broadway Photo
John Krasinski Will Lead ANGRY ALAN Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 26, 2025

STUDIO  SEAVIEW's first production will be PENELOPE SKINNER’s critically acclaimed dark comedy ANGRY ALAN, starring  award-winning actor JOHN KRASINSKI. We have all of the details about the off-Broadway run here.
Review Roundup: DEEP BLUE SOUND Opens at The Public Theater Photo
Review Roundup: DEEP BLUE SOUND Opens at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

Clubbed Thumb is currently presenting Deep Blue Sound, written by Abe Koogler and directed by Arin Arbus. Read the reviews for the production and see what the critics are saying
Clubbed Thumb to Present One-Week Extension for DEEP BLUE SOUND Photo
Clubbed Thumb to Present One-Week Extension for DEEP BLUE SOUND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

Clubbed Thumb will present a one-week extension for the return engagement of Deep Blue Sound, written by Abe Koogler and directed by Arin Arbus. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2024 Season Award Finalists and Special Photo
The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2024 Season Award Finalists and Special Award Honorees
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2025

The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed its 2024 Season Award Finalists and Special Award Honorees for theatrical excellence. See the list of nominees here!
Review: World-Premiere: BUST, Makes Meaning Out of Madness at Alliance Theatre Photo
Review: World-Premiere: BUST, Makes Meaning Out of Madness at Alliance Theatre
by Jennifer Skura Boutell - Feb 26, 2025

BUST, the Alliance Theatre and Goodman Theatre world-premiere co-production written by Pulitzer Prize-finalist Zora Howard is 'a revelatory and genre-defying exploration of community, conflict, and the far-reaching impacts of historical racism.' Directed by Tony Award nominee Lileana Blain-Cruz, BUST premieres on The Coca-Cola Stage at Alliance Theatre, February 13 – March 16, 2025, and in the Goodman’s Albert Theatre, April 19 – May 18, 2025.
Tony Winner Miriam Silverman, Arnie Burton, And Carmen Zilles Join Clubbed Thumb's DE Photo
Tony Winner Miriam Silverman, Arnie Burton, And Carmen Zilles Join Clubbed Thumb's DEEP BLUE SOUND
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

Tony Award-nominated and Obie Award-winning theater company Clubbed Thumb has announced additional casting for Deep Blue Sound, written by Abe Koogler (Staff Meal) and directed by Arin Arbus (Waiting For Godot).
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards; THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at The Carnegie Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati 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!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; MATILDA at Moore Vision Entertainment Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Houston 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!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; HAIRSPRAY at Burnsville Summer Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul 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 Cincinnati Awards; The Carnegie Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati 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 Houston Awards; Moore Vision Entertainment Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Houston 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 Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; Burnsville Summer Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul 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!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati Awards; THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at The Carnegie Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cincinnati 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!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; MATILDA at Moore Vision Entertainment Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Houston 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!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; HAIRSPRAY at Burnsville Summer Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul 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!
2 Broadway Shows Close Today Photo
2 Broadway Shows Close Today
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 15, 2024

 Broadway says goodbye to two productions. The Notebook takes its final bow at the Schoenfeld Theatre following 35 previews and 317 regular performances; and The Roommate will conclude its limited run at the Booth Theatre following 14 previews and 101 regular performances.
Mark Bedard, Cecil Blutcher & More to Star in BUST World Premiere Photo
Mark Bedard, Cecil Blutcher & More to Star in BUST World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2024

Alliance Theatre and Goodman Theatre revealed the cast and creative team of their upcoming world-premiere co-production, BUST. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Mikaal Sulaiman been nominated for?

Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for (pray), Outstanding Sound Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Fat Ham, Outstanding Sound Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Sanctuary City, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Fat Ham, Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Macbeth and Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Rags Parkland Sings the Songs of the Future.

What awards has Mikaal Sulaiman won?

Special Citation from the Obie Awards for Fat Ham.

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