Technique Workshops: The Singing Actor

About this course

The workshop approaches singing through an actor’s perspective, combining musical and vocal technique with dramatic interpretation and imaginative work. Participants work on songs they choose while considering how singing can communicate truthful storytelling. The course also includes guidance on selecting suitable songs and on preparing and sharing material with other participants.

What you'll learn

• Apply vocal techniques and strategies to singing
• Connect vocal technique with dramatic interpretation and storytelling
• Approach song preparation from an actor’s perspective
• Assess which songs may be suitable for their voice and performance aims

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for actors preparing and sharing songs, confident singers revisiting their technique, and others seeking to improve their singing. The Improver label suggests a focus beyond fundamental techniques, while the course welcomes participants with different levels of singing experience. Participants should be willing to share material in front of the group.

• Suitable for actors working on song preparation
• Also aimed at confident singers refreshing their technique
• Participants share material in front of other learners
• Fluent, confident use and knowledge of English is required