Jeff Hays and Emily Labes-Royce from SoundBooth Theatre discuss their innovative approach to narrating audiobooks, focusing on collaboration and community engagement. They delve into their work on Dungeon Crawler Carl, showcasing their immersive audio experience. The conversation also highlights their upcoming involvement at AuthorNation as a major narration sponsor.
SoundBooth Theatre prioritizes immersive audio experiences to push storytelling boundaries.
Collaborative narration at SoundBooth Theatre leads to unique character interpretations and captivating audio dramas.
Deep dives
Sound Booth Theater's Evolution and Innovative Approach to Audio Narration
Sound Booth Theater started as a platform to highlight audio book narration, aiming to stand out in the crowd. Jeff, a narrator, began the 'Sound Booth Theater Live' show as a unique way to connect with the audience. By engaging with fans and focusing on building a roster of talented narrators, the company evolved organically. Their commitment to quality entertainment and a collaborative approach led them to create cinematic audio experiences that resonate with listeners in genres like lit RPG and game lit.
Pushing Boundaries Through Collaborative Narration and Engaging Audio Dramas
Sound Booth Theater's collaborative narration approach led to unique character interpretations and immersive audio dramas. Examples include creating eerie character voices and sound effects in collaborations, setting new standards in storytelling. Their audio dramas like the 'Audio Immersion Tunnel of Dungeon Crawler Carl' showcased the power of innovative narrations in captivating audiences and attracting repeat listeners to their content.
Fostering Narrator and Author Community Engagement at Author Nation
Sound Booth Theater's involvement at Author Nation reflects their commitment to promoting narrator-author collaborations and nurturing a supportive community. By hosting live performances, facilitating author and narrator interactions, and offering promotional opportunities, they aim to empower creators and elevate the audio industry. The company's visionary approach emphasizes community building and creating a platform for narrators to thrive.
Sound Booth Theater's Focus on Inspirational Narration and Community Building Events
Sound Booth Theater's participation in events like Rave underscores their dedication to inspiring and empowering narrators and authors, fostering creativity, and elevating community engagement. Through live shows, interactive sessions, and fan-centric initiatives, they strive to create memorable and immersive experiences for audiences to celebrate storytelling in various formats. Their inclusive and collaborative efforts exemplify their vision of enhancing the audio industry and fostering creativity among creators.
In Episode 17, Author Nation Managing Director Joe Solari welcomes Jeff Hays and Emily Labes-Royce from Soundbooth Theater to discuss how they are revolutionizing the audiobook industry. Jeff discusses the company's origins and the creative collaborations that enhance their audiobooks, while Emily shares marketing strategies and community engagement efforts. This episode also covers Soundbooth's innovative projects and their role as the Audio Sponsor for Author Nation 2024, promising unique audio experiences for attendees.