Voice Training for Actors

About this course

The course explores how breath, body alignment and vocal anatomy contribute to a supported speaking voice. Participants use exercises to release tension, develop resonance, extend vocal range and improve clarity, diction and projection without strain. Work on tone, colour and musicality is applied to different texts and performance styles, with some exercises involving pitch. Teaching combines practical vocal work with feedback, and includes exercises that participants can continue using for independent voice development.

What you'll learn

• Explain key aspects of vocal anatomy and function
• Coordinate breath and body for a supported sound
• Release tension in the jaw, neck and larynx
• Develop resonance, vocal range and tonal variety
• Improve clarity, diction and projection
• Apply vocal techniques to different texts and performance styles

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for actors, performers and people seeking to refine their speaking voice for performance or public speaking. It is suitable for all levels, including beginners and experienced performers, and involves practical vocal exercises, applying techniques to texts and receiving feedback.

• No previous voice-training experience is needed.
• Suitable for learners developing or refining vocal technique.
• The focus is on speaking voice, with some work on pitch, tone and musicality.
• Skills can be used in acting, performance and public-speaking contexts.

Before you go

• Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement.
• Bring water for hydration.
• Course materials are provided.