David Collison Sound

NAMEDROPPING IN THE WINGS

It is a biography in anecdotes, and it is frequently hilarious. There is something to amuse on nearly every page. This is a perfect book to take on a trip; the time will fly by.

David Barbour - LIGHTING & SOUND AMERICA

I love books that give you an insight into the workings of the backstage areas of the theatre - especially if there is a bit of gossip involved. So, I loved this book.

Nick Wakeman - MUSICAL THEATRE REVIEW

Entertaining, eloquent and star-studded book.

Nick Smurthwaite - THE STAGE AND TELEVISION TODAY

A most enjoyable read. The opening anecdote about Laurence Olivier is music to any sound guy’s ears…

Phil Ward - Audio Journalist

Will without doubt appeal to anybody who enjoys reading about celebrities and show business.

John Offord - ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY MAGAZINE

ARE WE DRIVING UP THE RIGHT RIVERBED?

Some comments from Amazon Verified Purchasers

• A Wonderfully written true story
• Worth five stars
• A brilliant read
• A truly enjoyable rollercoaster of emotions
• Superb
• Buy the book. It really is funny.

THE SOUND OF THEATRE

Endlessly interesting. The whole book is such an informative and generous record of its subject.

HAL PRINCE - BROADWAY PRODUCER AND DIRECTOR

It is the most comprehensive book on this subject yet produced, and is likely to remain a standard reference for years to come.

THE STAGE & TELEVISION TODAY

An absolutely captivating read. What a tour de force!

DAVID E. SMITH - DIRECTOR OF SOUND

School of Design & Production, North Carolina School of the Arts

School of Design & Production, North Carolina School of the Arts

Just a few pages in, it became clear that I’d found a kindred spirit—one who has been through variations on every kind of triumph and tribulation a sound designer can experience and live to tell the tale.

TOM CLARK – SOUND DESIGNER

LIGHTING&SOUND AMERICA, OCTOBER 2008

The book is highly recommended reading for anyone with the slightest interest in the history of theatre and should be an absolute requirement for the library of any self-respecting drama college.

JOHN A. LEONARD - SOUND DESIGNER

THEATRES TRUST MAGAZINE

STAGE SOUND

Collison’s book would be an important addition to theatre and college libraries even if it were not a good one - which it is.

CHOICE (USA)

Undoubtedly the section on sound effects is one of the best ever written. The humour and experience are in every line.

SIGHTLINE

A remarkably concise and balanced presentation of the craft of theatre sound.

EDUCATIONAL THEATRE JOURNAL (USA)