Eden is one of Australasia’s finest contemporary composers, known for his prodigious contributions to theatre, film, and stage productions. His work is marked by a strong commitment to collaboration, producing powerful, poetic, and multi-layered music across various artistic fields.
Based in Queensland, Eden’s artistic approach is enriched by his background as a contemporary dancer and multi-instrumentalist. This unique combination of skills, along with his extensive experience as a collaborator and recording artist, allows him to move effortlessly between different artistic domains, pushing beyond traditional genre boundaries.
2024
To Hold – Dance | Royal New Zealand Ballet
Collaboration with Sarah Foster-Sproull for Solace tour.
World of WearableArt – Event | WOW
Show composer for 2022–2024.
2023
Fate Amenable to Change – Music Album | Self-released
Personal soundtrack-inspired work.
2019
Meremere – Dance/Theatre | Rodney Bell
Internationally acclaimed; blend of storytelling and sound.
Owls Do Cry – Theatre | Red Leap Theatre
Based on Janet Frame’s novel, praised for its music.
Fiji Untold – Dance/Theatre | VOU Dance Company
Collaborative Pacific storytelling.
2018
Rushes – Dance/Experimental | Independent
Sound Designer of the Year, Tempo Festival.
Red Speedo – Theatre | Auckland Theatre Company
Music complements the drama of competitive sports.
In Lore Part 2 – Film | Independent
Short film score.
2017
Peer Gynt: Recycled – Theatre | Auckland Theatre Company
Modern reimagining of Ibsen’s work.
Moon – Dance | Atamira Dance Company
Critically praised choreography and sound.
Nothing Stands in the Way – Film | Independent
Short film project.
2016
Despite the Loss of Small Detail – Experimental | Movement of the Human
Explorative and immersive project.
2014
Tama Ma – Dance/Theatre | Atamira Dance Company
Exploration of Maori identity.
Paniora! – Theatre | Auckland Theatre Company
Rich soundscape blending heritage themes.
2013
Lord of the Flies – Theatre | Auckland Theatre Company
Lauded for its dramatic score.
Amanimal – Theatre/Dance | Q Theatre
Examined themes of humanity and animality.
White Elephant – Theatre | Independent
Unique, dark theatrical score.
Black Confetti – Theatre | Auckland Theatre Company
Dark, experimental score.
2011
Nga Hau e Wha – Dance | Atamira Dance Company
Celebrates Maori cultural narratives.
Sum – Dance | Independent
Minimalistic and powerful choreography sound design.
2010
August: Osage County – Theatre | Auckland Theatre Company
Music heightens family drama’s intensity.
Purlieu – Dance | Atamira Dance Company
Blends modern composition and contemporary dance.
2009
The Thirty-Nine Steps – Theatre | Auckland Theatre Company
Witty, atmospheric musical contribution.
Stark – Dance | Independent
Abstract, physical movement matched by layered sound.
2008
Tent – Dance | Tempo Dance Festival
Won Best Music Award at Tempo.
2007
The Pillowman – Theatre | Auckland Theatre Company
Music deeply underscored the dark narrative.
Dark Tourists – Theatre | Independent
Early dramatic work exploring psychological themes.
2006
Weather Vain People – Dance | Independent
An experimental dance project.