Justin Ellington

Justin Ellington is a brilliantly gifted and multi-award-winning American sound designer, composer, and musical director celebrated for his profound emotional precision, rich sonic storytelling, and exceptional ability to sculpt immersive acoustic environments. A highly respected alumnus of the Atlanta music and theater scene, he has built an illustrious biography through his extensive collaborations with premier regional institutions and commercial producers across the United States. Known for his unique ability to blend diverse musical genres with intricate soundscapes, he approaches sound not merely as an accompaniment, but as an active, psychological narrative force that seamlessly amplifies the cultural and emotional core of every production. He achieved monumental critical acclaim within the international theatrical community, securing a Tony Award nomination for Best Sound Design of a Play for his exquisite, transformational work on the landmark Broadway production of For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf. His extraordinary and diverse portfolio features defining, highly praised designs for acclaimed Broadway and Off-Broadway productions, most notably his celebrated work on Ohio State Murders, Pass Over, Clyde's, and The Hot Wing King. Honored with a prestigious Obie Award for Sustained Excellence in Sound Design and Composition, alongside distinct nominations from the Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Audelco Awards, his exceptional artistic contributions continue to redefine the sonic and emotional possibilities of modern global stagecraft.