Barbara J. Wohlsen

Senior Consultant

Barbara joined Auerbach Pollock Friedlander’s New York office in 2015 as a technical designer.  Her background includes extensive production management and technical production experience in opera, dance, theater, and classical music. Prior to joining Auerbach Pollock Friedlander, Barbara served as the Director of Production for New York City Opera, both while at Lincoln Center and […] bwohlsen@auerbachconsultants.com

Brad Kisicki

Senior Associate

Brad brings a solid and diverse background in technical production to his work at Auerbach Pollock Friedlander.  With more than 15 years of professional experience, He offers expertise to a wide range of areas including audio-video systems, stage machinery and rigging design.  Educated in architecture, he also specializes in program layout and backstage/support space design. […] bkisicki@auerbachconsultants.com

Brad Ward, CTS-D

Senior Associate

Brad is an award-winning theatrical sound designer and composer with more than 25 years of professional theatre and consulting experience.  He joined Auerbach Pollock Friedlander in September 2019 while remaining an active freelance sound designer, composer and Broadway associate.  His deep knowledge of sound reinforcement systems, playback software, digital editing and recording, as well as […] bward@auerbachconsultants.com

Christina Lu Jin, MIES, Junior Associate IALD

Lighting Designer

Christina joined Auerbach Glasow in 2017 as a technical designer. Before becoming a full time member of the staff, she worked for the firm as an intern in 2016. In her current role as a designer, Christina collaborates on all aspects of the design process for a wide range of significant projects. Her responsibilities include […] cjin@auerbachconsultants.com

Christopher L. Morris

Technical Designer

Christopher joined Auerbach Glasow as a technical designer in 2016 after previously working on a contract basis for the firm.  In this role, he works in joint collaboration with the lighting design team providing CAD management, graphic presentation design, lighting control design and lighting calculations.  Christopher also provides technical support in a similar capacity to […] cmorris@auerbachconsultants.com

Daniel Mei

Senior Associate

With more than 20 years of experience as an audio-video, multimedia consultant and systems installation/integration contractor, Dan brings a unique, field-tested approach to his design and consulting work for Auerbach Pollock Friedlander.  His systems design projects cover a wide range of facilities including multi-room performing arts centers, university theatres, digital projection venues and houses of […] dmei@auerbachconsultants.com

Don Guyton, ASTC

Associate Principal

Don has over thirty-five -years of experience working as a theatre professional, twenty-six of them as a theatre consultant.  Prior to becoming a theatre consultant he worked as a freelance lighting designer and stage manager for opera, ballet, and modern dance.  Don joined Auerbach Pollock Friedlander in early 2000, bringing eight years of theatre consulting […] dguyton@auerbachconsultants.com

E. Sara McBarnette, LEED AP BD+C, MIES, LC, IALD

Associate Principal

Sara joined the lighting design team at Auerbach Glasow in 1999 with a solid background in lighting design acquired over a five-year period while engaged with other prestigious lighting design firms.  She has been involved in the design and management of many significant lighting projects with Auerbach Glasow including exterior site master plans, city streetlighting […] smcbarnette@auerbachconsultants.com

Ed Babin

Senior Associate

Ed joined Auerbach Pollock Friedlander’s San Francisco office in 1997 where he currently works as an architectural designer on room configurations and technical design.  He developed the firm’s audience seating and sightline programs that have been responsible for dozens of audience environments.  Ed has worked with principals and project managers on design solutions for a […] ebabin@auerbachconsultants.com

Ed Johnson

Senior Associate

Ed has been focused on technical theatre for over twelve years and brings a dynamic background in technical theatre production to Auerbach Pollock Friedlander.  Since joining the firm in 2005, he has specialized in the technical design of stage machinery including stage lifts, rigging systems and other unique mechanized equipment. During his graduate studies, Ed […] ejohnson@auerbachconsultants.com

Emily Brainerd, ASTC

Associate

Emily is a project manager in Auerbach Pollock Friedlander’s San Francisco office.  She joined the firm in 2011, bringing hands-on experience as a theater professional to her work on a wide range of projects, assisting on the design of performing arts venues, theatrical systems and documentation. Prior to joining the firm, Emily received her master’s […] ebrainerd@auerbachconsultants.com

Grace Gavin Rhodes, ASTC

Senior Associate

Grace brings international experience in professional theatre and fine arts to her consulting work.  She has worked as a theatre consultant on a variety of projects ranging from historic renovations and regional multi-purpose rooms to large multi-venue performing arts complexes throughout the world. Grace spent 12 years with Auerbach Pollock Friedlander before departing in 2008 […] ggrhodes@auerbachconsultants.com

Howard B. Glickman, ASTC

Senior Associate

Howard has worked in almost all aspects of the theatre industry including technical, administration, education, construction and equipment sales.  He joined Auerbach Pollock Friedlander in 2004 as a project manager. Before joining Auerbach Pollock Friedlander, Howard worked first as technical director and then as event services and planning coordinator for Kingsborough Community College of The […] hglickman@auerbachconsultants.com

Joy Hou

Architecture/Technical Designer

Joy recently joined the New York office of Auerbach Pollock Friedlander.  She comes to the firm after earning her Master of Science degree in Architectural Acoustics from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.  Her role with the Auerbach Pollock Friedlander involves architectural design and technical support for a variety of projects.  Her architectural education and training is enhanced […] jhou@auerbachconsultants.com

Kayla Quinn

Technical Designer

Kayla joined Auerbach Pollock Friedlander after completing her Bachelor of Architecture degree from Carnegie Mellon University and is working in the firm’s New York office as a technical designer.  In this role, she provides support to the studio team utilizing her training in architecture, theatre and sound design and her exceptional proficiency with computer aided […] kquinn@auerbachconsultants.com

Kenneth R. Fause

Consulting Principal for Audio-Video Design

Kenneth brings more than 50 years of theatre background and more than 40 years of professional experience to the firm in planning and design of performing arts and media facilities, including professional theatre, education theatre, government, corporate and institutional applications, radio and television broadcasting facilities, media production and post production facilities, and cinema screening rooms, […] kfause@auerbachconsultants.com

Kenneth R. Fause

Consulting Principal for Audio-Video Design

Kenneth brings more than 50 years of theatre background and more than 40 years of professional experience to the firm in planning and design of performing arts and media facilities, including professional theatre, education theatre, government, corporate and institutional applications, radio and television broadcasting facilities, media production and post production facilities, and cinema screening rooms, […] kfause@auerbachconsultants.com

Kevin Auses

Associate

Kevin joined Auerbach Pollock Friedlander in 2003 for a ten-year period and returned in 2017 to continue his consulting career.  In the interim, he worked as a project manager for a theatrical equipment manufacturer where he oversaw numerous projects, including the George S. and Dolores Dore Eccles Theater, Rogers Place Arena, and The City University […] kauses@auerbachconsultants.com

Kevin Macpherson, ASTC, LEED AP

Associate

Kevin joined Auerbach Pollock Friedlander in 2013, bringing a diverse career in both architecture and theatre.  His background in theatre began with set and lighting design around the New York City area and during the next 15 years turned to technical and production management for Broadway, Off-Broadway, national tours, and regional theatres in multiple locations […] kmacpherson@auerbachconsultants.com

Niles Ray

Associate

Niles brings extensive experience in production and public assembly management to Auerbach Pollock Friedlander.  His responsibilities for the firm include the design of theatrical systems, as well as project management. Prior to joining Auerbach, Niles worked in production and facility management for a wide range of public assembly facilities.  Most recently, he served as production […] nray@auerbachconsultants.com

Patricia Glasow, MIES, LC, FIALD

Executive Vice-President

Patty has designed and managed hundreds of lighting projects. Her strength and success lies in the blending of design and technical expertise.  She is collaborative and proactive. Her work is unique to each project and her signature is the quality and care she brings to each design.  Patty’s project work includes designs for interior and […] pglasow@auerbachconsultants.com

Paul Garrity

Consulting Principal for Audio-Video Design

As Auerbach Pollock Friedlander’s lead principal audio-video and multimedia systems specialist, Paul brings over forty years of international consulting experience and theatrical sound design credits to the firm.  His projects range from modest sound systems for community college theatres to multi-million dollar sound, video and production systems.  Paul has designed systems for theatres, casino/hotel showrooms, […] pgarrity@auerbachconsultants.com

Paul Garrity

Consulting Principal for Audio-Video Design

As Auerbach Pollock Friedlander’s lead principal audio-video and multimedia systems specialist, Paul brings over forty years of international consulting experience and theatrical sound design credits to the firm.  His projects range from modest sound systems for community college theatres to multi-million dollar sound, video and production systems.  Paul has designed systems for theatres, casino/hotel showrooms, […] pgarrity@auerbachconsultants.com

Paul Garrity

Consulting Principal for Audio-Video Design

As Auerbach Pollock Friedlander’s lead principal audio-video and multimedia systems specialist, Paul brings over forty years of international consulting experience and theatrical sound design credits to the firm.  His projects range from modest sound systems for community college theatres to multi-million dollar sound, video and production systems.  Paul has designed systems for theatres, casino/hotel showrooms, […] pgarrity@auerbachconsultants.com

Robert Hill, ASTC

Principal

Rob joined Auerbach Pollock Friedlander’s San Francisco office in 2006 and in his 13 years with the firm he has served as project manager, senior consultant, designer and San Francisco office studio manager.  In 2017 Rob was named a Principal of the firm.  For the past seven years he has acted as Project Manager and […] rhill@auerbachconsultants.com

S. Leonard Auerbach, FASTC, MIES, IALD

Founder and Director of Design

As founder and director of design of Auerbach Pollock Friedlander and Auerbach Glasow, Len brings over 50 years of professional experience and international expertise in theatre consulting to his practice. His approach to theatre, architectural lighting, audio-video and multi-media consulting combines a background in architecture with his scenic and theatrical lighting design experience gained in […] lauerbach@auerbachconsultants.com

S. Leonard Auerbach, FASTC, MIES, IALD

Founder and Director of Design

As founder and director of design of Auerbach Pollock Friedlander and Auerbach Glasow, Len brings over 50 years of professional experience and international expertise in theatre consulting to his practice. His approach to theatre, architectural lighting, audio-video and multi-media consulting combines a background in architecture with his scenic and theatrical lighting design experience gained in […] lauerbach@auerbachconsultants.com

S. Leonard Auerbach, FASTC, MIES, IALD

Founder and Director of Design

As founder and director of design of Auerbach Pollock Friedlander and Auerbach Glasow, Len brings over 50 years of professional experience and international expertise in theatre consulting to his practice. His approach to theatre, architectural lighting, audio-video and multi-media consulting combines a background in architecture with his scenic and theatrical lighting design experience gained in […] lauerbach@auerbachconsultants.com

Sabra Zacharias, MIES, IALD

Associate Principal

Sabra joined Auerbach Glasow as a project manager and designer in 2006.  She has been involved in numerous projects including commercial office spaces, theatres, museums, educational facilities, restaurants and wineries. Sabra has extensive experience working in the United States and internationally, utilizing her comprehensive design and management skills. Prior to joining Auerbach Glasow, Sabra was […] szacharias@auerbachconsultants.com

Steve Pollock, ASTC

Principal Emeritus

Steve joined Auerbach + Associates in 1985 and has since been instrumental in over 350 projects, playing a significant role from feasibility, programming, and planning studies to the design of new and renovated facilities.  2002 marked the year that the company was renamed Auerbach Pollock Friedlander to reflect the growth of the business and recognize […]

Steve Pollock, ASTC

Principal Emeritus

Steve joined Auerbach + Associates in 1985 and has since been instrumental in over 350 projects, playing a significant role from feasibility, programming, and planning studies to the design of new and renovated facilities.  2002 marked the year that the company was renamed Auerbach Pollock Friedlander to reflect the growth of the business and recognize […]

Steven Friedlander, ASTC, MIES

President

Steve brings enthusiasm and his broad experience in theatre production and design to his work at Auerbach Pollock Friedlander.  His thirty years of theatre consulting experience includes a wide range of projects in the United States, Europe and the Middle East.  Steve was named president of the firm in 2014 and leads many major projects […] sfriedlander@auerbachconsultants.com

Steven Friedlander, ASTC, MIES

President

Steve brings enthusiasm and his broad experience in theatre production and design to his work at Auerbach Pollock Friedlander.  His thirty years of theatre consulting experience includes a wide range of projects in the United States, Europe and the Middle East.  Steve was named president of the firm in 2014 and leads many major projects […] sfriedlander@auerbachconsultants.com

Tom Neville, ASTC

Principal

Tom brings a diverse background in theatre technology and production management to his work for Auerbach Pollock Friedlander.  With over ten years of experience at professional theatre companies in management positions, his perspective and understanding of facility user operations is of critical importance to the firm’s projects.  Tom is the principal-in-charge of Auerbach Pollock Friedlander’s […] tneville@auerbachconsultants.com

Tom Neville, ASTC

Principal

Tom brings a diverse background in theatre technology and production management to his work for Auerbach Pollock Friedlander.  With over ten years of experience at professional theatre companies in management positions, his perspective and understanding of facility user operations is of critical importance to the firm’s projects.  Tom is the principal-in-charge of Auerbach Pollock Friedlander’s […] tneville@auerbachconsultants.com

Xiang Yu

Architecture/Technical Designer

Xiang joined Auerbach Pollock Friedlander’s San Francisco office in 2016 bringing architectural studio experience gained through internships with firms in Beijing and on the East Coast.  In his role as technical designer with the firm, he supports the theatre consulting team on the design of concept space adjacency and building massing plans, space programming, as […] xyu@auerbachconsultants.com

Yue Zhao, LEED AP BD+C, MIES, LC, Associate IALD

Associate

Yue joined Auerbach Glasow in 2014 and brought with her broad lighting design experience in diverse cultural environments.  She is an associate and project manager with the firm and her recent project experience includes designs for the San Francisco Conservatory of Music at 200 Van Ness, Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Center for Education and Leadership and […] yzhao@auerbachconsultants.com

Yukiko Yoshida, MIES, LC, IALD

Associate Principal

Yukiko has been in the field of lighting design since joining Auerbach Glasow in 1995.  Her responsibilities encompass all aspects of lighting design and project management for projects ranging from small high school theaters to a transportation facility spanning four city blocks. She is a collaborator committed to design solutions where lighting is integrated seamlessly […] yyoshida@auerbachconsultants.com