Capturing Moments

Theatre photography aims to capture the iconic moment of a play or musical, along with the actor's perfect emotional reaction, in a technically perfect, beautiful shot. Just a dozen or so final images must reveal the essence of the story, while also highlighting the crafts—acting, choreography, stage design, lighting design, hair & makeup.

The shoots happen during the final dress rehearsal, with only one chance to capture the moment, live as it happens. Emotions flicker past in a millisecond, lighting changes continuously, and the shooting conditions are rarely ideal. And all too often, the photos are required the next day.

It is these challenges — coupled with the magic of theatre — that fuel his passion.

Jason has photographed dozens of productions, from nationally acclaimed stages to intimate performances, and remains continually inspired by the artistry and dedication of the casts and crews who bring each story to life.

And while Jason works daily on Broadway—in his California office situated on N. Broadway, that is—his dream is to, at least a few times, work with the teams on the Broadway.

Jason is simply the best photographer shooting theatre in Southern California…full stop…period…end of story. His work is stunning. He has an uncanny way of knowing how to be in the right place at the right time. He is also extremely professional, extraordinarily easy to work with, and I could not recommend him more highly.

— David Elzer, DEMAND PR

“Jason Niedle, you’re the best production photographer alive!!”

— Tom McCoy
McCoy Rigby Productions

“These are absolutely stunning. I can’t tell you what it means as a director to have a photographer who can capture in photos so perfectly my vision...”

— Brady Schwind
Director (Carrie The Musical) & Writer