ROBERT ORIOL
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Robert Oriol is a composer and sound designer currently based in Los Angeles, California. In addtion to original music composition and theatrical sound design, he also provides music recording and production services, as well as editing and mixing.Frankenstein
This electrifying tale of a creature cast away by his creator into a hostile world—only to wind his way back in a dangerous game of destruction—has captivated audiences for over 200 years. The gothic story comes to life with Nick Dear’s adaptation of the chilling fable by Mary Shelley, animating the themes of social rejection, intellectual hubris, and the nascency of good and evil.
Directed by Michael Michetti. This production includes a full original score composed by Robert Oriol. Opened August, 2019 at A Noise Within in Pasadena, and closed September 8th.
Music from Frankenstein
Click the PLAY button below to stream all the music from this production, or click HERE to go to the BandCamp page for track listings and details.Press Quotes
"At an intermission-less two hours, on the fine unit set of François-Pierre Couture, under Jared A. Seyeg’s expressive lighting, and the strongly-period costuming of Garry Lennon, it is further supported by the complex dark score of Robert Oriol, so the technical support is fantastic." - Stage and Cinema, August 2019"With a sterling cast and ensemble—including Erika Soto performing duel characterizations as Elizabeth and The Female Creature (and whose fluid physical movements are mesmerizing); Bojorn Johnson as M. Frankenstein; and Christian Ganiere as the child, William Frankenstein (trading off performances with Van Brunelle)—as well as an original music composition and sound design by Robert Oriol, this Frankenstein is as much a morality play as it is a horror story, yet one is not inconsistent with the other." - ShawMag.com, August 2019
"There’s potential here for compelling theater. At A Noise Within, however, Michael Michetti’s staging draws its strength from production values, rather than any soulful performance or emotional investiture from the actors. Dominated by Robert Oriol’s sound design, it’s an impressive spectacle, enshrouding a dry and static drama." - StageRaw, August 2019
"The design elements of this production are impressive, particularly the lighting (Jared A. Sayeg) and sound (Robert Oriol). Oriol also composed some original music that accompanies the show, doing much of the heavy-lifting in terms of setting the eerie, gothic tone. Parts of the story are told in a very artistic, abstract way, such as when the Creature fantasizes about his companion coming to life and they engage in a haunting, eerie ballet." - On Stage and Screen, August 2019
"Director Michael Michetti has stylishly staged the tale and the tech aspects are all top notch, starting with Robert Oriol’s original music composition and sound design and Jared A. Sayeg’s evocative lighting. Francois-Pierre Couture’s scenic design is simple yet effective for the various locales and Garry Lennon’s costumes fit the period. The acting company is fine but they are defeated by the flatness of Dear’s script. Michetti attempts to work his usual stage magic and his cast is game but they just can’t overcome the bland dialogue and situations they have been given to work with. The show’s best moments come early when the Creature slowly and joyfully experiences the feel of the sun on his skin, the sound of birds in the forest. Manuel’s expressions here are priceless." - Haines His Way, August 2019.