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BIO

Ryan Rumery is a composer for film, television, and podcasts. He recently won the Tony Award for Best Sound Design of a Play for his work on Stereophonic. Ryan’s music is regularly heard on “This American Life” and in the film Food and Country, premiering at Sundance 2023. He is a 2017 alumnus of the Sundance Institute Music and Sound Design Lab: Documentary, and is also a music producer, music editor, and recording engineer. He plays drums and keyboards.

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Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2025]
Sound Design & Original Music
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Sound Design & Original Music
 
[Off-Broadway, 2023]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Original Music
 
[West End, 2021]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Sound Designer
 
[US Tour, 2019] [Replacement]
Sound Design[Replacement]
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Original Music & Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Sound & Original Music
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Original Music
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2018]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Original Music
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Sound Design and Original Compositions
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Sound Design & Music
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Original Music
 
[Broadway, 2015]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Original Music
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Sound Design and Original Music
 
[Off-Broadway, 2014]
Sound Design
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Sound Designer
Composer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
Composer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
Orchestrator
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Composer
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2012]
Music and Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Composer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Music Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Sound Designer
Composer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Sound Designer
Composer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Composer
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Associate Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2008]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2007]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2006]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Broadway, 2004]
Assistant Sound Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 0]
Original Music Composer
Sound Designer

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2024 - Best Sound Design of a Play

Ryan Rumery, Stereophonic


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Sound Design of a Play

Ryan Rumery, Stereophonic


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Sound Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway)

Ryan Rumery, Stereophonic


winner
The Lortels - 2024 - Outstanding Sound Design

Ryan Rumery, Stereophonic


winner
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Sound Design of a Play

Ryan Rumery, Stereophonic

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

Ryan RumeryAutumn Royal


winner
Obie Awards - 2017 - Design

Ryan RumerySustained Excellence of Sound Design

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Sound Design in a Play

Ryan RumeryEmpanada Loca

Helen Hayes Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Sound Design, HAYES Production

Ryan RumeryTribes

The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Sound Design

Ryan Rumery, The Hatmaker's Wife

Helen Hayes Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Sound Design, Resident Production

Ryan RumeryThe Heavens are Hung in Black

Helen Hayes Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Sound Design, Resident Production

Ryan RumeryStunning

Helen Hayes Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Sound Design, Resident Production

Ryan RumeryThief River

Videos

News


Irish Rep's BECKETT BRIEFS to Stream On Demand in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre's production of Beckett Briefs, three short plays written by Samuel Beckett and directed by Ciarán O’Reilly, will be available for streaming on demand. Learn how to view!
STEREOPHONIC Will Make Its Chicago Premiere in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025

STEREOPHONIC , the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play, will make its Chicago premiere at the CIBC Theatre in 2026. Learn more about the play and see how to purchase tickets.
STEREOPHONIC, SUFFS, HELL'S KITCHEN, and More Set For Broadway in Hollywood 2025-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025

The 2025-26 season has been announced for Broadway in Hollywood, set for the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. Learn more about the full season and find out how to get tickets here!
BECKETT BRIEFS Featuring F. Murray Abraham Extended at Irish Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre will present a one-week extension for Beckett Briefs, three short plays by Samuel Beckett and directed by Ciarán O’Reilly. Learn more!
Dates Set and Tickets on Sale For STEREOPHONIC at the Duke of York's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025

Following the production announcement earlier this month, Stereophonic is confirmed to run at the Duke of York's Theatre beginning this May. Learn more about the show here!
Photos: Opening Night of Irish Rep's BECKETT BRIEFS Starring F. Murray Abraham
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre is presentin Beckett Briefs, three short plays by Samuel Beckett and directed by Ciarán O'Reilly. Beckett Briefs began previews on January 15, 2025, and officially opened January 26. See photos from opening night here.
Video: STEREOPHONIC Performs Encore of 'Masquerade' at Final Curtain Call
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025

Stereophonic, the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play, played its final performance on Broadway, followed by a special encore performance of the hit song, “Masquerade” by the cast and creative team. Check out the video footage here!   
STEREOPHONIC Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Sidney Paterra - Jan 12, 2025

Stereophonic will play its final performance at the GoldenTheatre following 16 previews and 305 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Operation Mincemeat.
STEREOPHONIC Will Transfer to the West End and Embark on U.S. Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2025

Ahead of its final week of performances, Stereophonic, the 2024 Tony Award-winning Best Play from David Adjmi, has announced a West End engagement in May 2025 at London’s Duke of York’s Theatre, and a U.S. national tour.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards; SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Blackfriars Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York 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 Central New York Awards; Blackfriars Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York 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 Central New York Awards; SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Blackfriars Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York 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!
Video: STEREOPHONIC Tiny Desk Concert with Will Brill, Juliana Canfield, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2024

Ahead of its Broadway run ending on January 12, the Tony-award-winning play Stereophonic took part in an NPR Tiny Desk Concert. The original Broadway cast members perform the music, including Will Brill, Juliana Canfield, Tom Pecinka, Sarah Pidgeon, and Chris Stack. Watch the concert now!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Central New York Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York 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!
F. Murray Abraham & More to Star in BECKETT BRIEFS at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2024

Irish Repertory Theatre has revealed dates, casting, and the creative team for Beckett Briefs, three short plays by Samuel Beckett and directed by Ciarán O'Reilly. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Will Butler and STEREOPHONIC Cast Perform 'Masquerade'
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 26, 2024

Will Butler and the cast of Broadway's Stereophonic visited The Kelly Clarkson Show on Monday to discuss the Tony-Award-winning play and perform 'Masquerade' from the show. Butler explained the show's genesis and introduced the song. Watch the interview and performance now!
Photos: First Look at the New Cast of STEREOPHONIC on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024

All new photos have been released of the new cast of Stereophonic on Broadway! The production is now extended through January 12, 2025. Check out the photos below!
Westport Country Playhouse Opens 2024-25 Season with THE 39 STEPS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2024

Westport Country Playhouse will open its 2024-25 Season with “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced frenzy of espionage and murderous mayhem based on Alfred Hitchcock's 1935 classic film, with a dash of Monty Python's zany humor, running from October 22 through November 9.
Review: THE 39 STEPS at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Oct 28, 2024

What did our critic think of THE 39 STEPS at Westport Country Playhouse?
Photos: THE 39 STEPS At Wesport Country Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2024

Westport Country Playhouse opens its 2024-25 Season with “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced frenzy of espionage and murderous mayhem based on Alfred Hitchcock’s 1935 classic film, with a dash of Monty Python’s zany humor, running from October 22 through November 9. See photos from the production.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Ryan Rumery been nominated for?

Best Sound Design of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Stereophonic, Outstanding Sound Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Stereophonic, Outstanding Sound Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stereophonic, Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for Stereophonic, Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Stereophonic, Outstanding Sound Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Autumn Royal, Design (Obie Awards) for Sustained Excellence of Sound Design, Outstanding Sound Design in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Empanada Loca, Outstanding Sound Design, HAYES Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Tribes , Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for The Hatmaker's Wife, Outstanding Sound Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Heavens are Hung in Black, Outstanding Sound Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Stunning and Outstanding Sound Design, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Thief River.

What awards has Ryan Rumery won?

Best Sound Design of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Stereophonic; Outstanding Sound Design of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Stereophonic; Outstanding Sound Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Stereophonic; Outstanding Sound Design (The Lortels) for Stereophonic; Best Sound Design of a Play (Tony Awards) for Stereophonic; and Design (Obie Awards) for Sustained Excellence of Sound Design.

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