THTR 2020 — Voice and Speech for the Actor 1

4 semester hoursUndergraduateLecture

Studies voice theory and techniques that develop breath, tone, range of voice, and the muscles of the articulators toward the health of the voice while developing the actor’s authentic voice and clarity of speech. Through an integrated approach of movement and voice, the student may begin to develop balance among the body, voice, muscular activity of the articulators, and the thought. Techniques employed may include those of Clifford Turner, Catherine Fitzmaurice, Kristin Linklater, Arthur Lessac, and the Miller Voice Method. Bodywork may include Bartenieff Fundamentals, Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais Method, and yoga. Covers anatomy of the voice and symbols of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Vocal practice and IPA transcription on short original texts provide the basis for application to dramatic texts and poetic interpretation of language.

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