Composer. Director. Creative Leader.
Creating cinematic, theatrical, and transformative musical experiences across stage, screen, and global performance.
Welcome
Nicholas Gentile is an internationally recognised composer, conductor, and creative director whose work bridges opera, film, and contemporary performance.
With a career spanning Australia, Vietnam, London’s West End, and New York’s Broadway development scene, his practice operates at the intersection of music, narrative, and human experience, creating works that are both emotionally resonant and structurally ambitious.
Beyond his creative output, Nicholas is deeply committed to artistic leadership and the cultivation of emerging talent. As a board member of The Developing Artist Project (TDP), he plays an active role in shaping pathways for the next generation of performers and creators, supporting their transition into sustainable and impactful careers.
His work reflects a broader vision: not only to create at the highest level, but to contribute to the ecosystems that allow art and artists to thrive.
Selected Highlights
AT A GLANCE
INTERNATIONAL REACH
Creative work across Australia, Vietnam, London and New York, collaborating with leading artists and institutions.
STAGE & SCREEN
Composer & director of original operatic, musical theatre and cinematic works.
DEVELOPING ARTISTS
Deep commitment to mentoring and developing emerging talent through education, coaching and creative leadership.
COLLABORATIVE CREATOR
Work with renowned composers, librettists, performers and creatives to bring bold artistic visions to life.
LEADERSHIP
Board Member of the prestigious Talent Development Project (TDP), supporting the next generation of performers as they transition into sustainable careers.
EDUCATOR
Passionate about sharing knowledge and shaping the future of musical storytelling.
Featured Work:
Émilie & Voltaire
A C I N E M A T I C O P E R A
Composed by Nicholas Gentile
A bold reimagining of opera for the modern world - merging philosophy, cinema, and music into a new form of storytelling.
WORK WITH NICHOLAS
From large-scale musical works to intimate collaborations,
Nicholas Gentile creates music and experiences that bridge story, sound, and meaning.
Composition for Film & Theatre
Original scores crafted to elevate narrative, emotion, and atmosphere—
from independent film to large-scale stage productions.
Conducting & Musical Direction
Development and presentation of original works for orchestra, voice, and stage —
including internationally developed projects such as Émilie & Voltaire. Leading ensembles, productions, and recordings with clarity, depth, and artistic vision.
Education & Mentorship
Teaching, workshops, and institutional work across composition, performance, and creative development.
