32 Sounds

A film by Sam Green
with music by JD Samson & sound design by Mark Mangini

Part of Hancher's Infinite Dream festival

Part of Hancher Up Close

Part of Hancher's 53rd season

Sink into an astonishing soundscape that just might change how you hear the world.

32 Sounds is a documentary film—delivered in real-time—that explores the ways in which sound can shape our perception of the world, seemingly bend time itself, and make boundaries permeable. This full-immersion sensory experience includes headphones provided for each audience member, live narration by filmmaker Sam Green, and live original music by JD Samson.

“Bursting with humor, emotion and curiosity, 32 Sounds is a uniquely mind-expanding plunge into a dimension of the human experience so many of us take for granted, a rare and rewarding sonic journey with the potential to enrich our lives.” – Variety

32 Sounds website
Sam Green website
JD Samson website

TICKETS
Festival passes and individual tickets will go on sale to the general public on Monday, July 21 at 10:00 a.m.

Day Dreamer Pass $75 / $25
Infinite Dreamer Pass $150 / $50

Individual tickets:
Adults $35
Students & Youth $10 for students, youth, and patrons 25 and under

Friday, September 19, 2025 6:30pm
Hancher Auditorium
Hadley Stage / Onstage Seating
141 Park Road, Iowa City, IA 52242
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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Paris Young in advance at 319-467-4849 or paris-sissel@uiowa.edu.