In this workshop, we will break down the technique of learning an accent or dialect. You will learn how to research an accent, focusing on one accent in particular, and develop a set of tools to apply to any accent or dialect as you learn. You will also have the opportunity to observe the other students’ work on many different accents. You’ll get to experience how accent and dialect work add to the specificity of character and scene work as you use your new accent with text.
Week 1: You will learn specific tools and techniques for researching an accent or dialect, and a methodology of how to apply it to your performance. Students will each choose which accent/dialect they will learn.
Week 2: Students bring in personal research materials, and we review and refine as a class. Text/monologues are chosen
Week 3: Students transcribe accent/dialect changes onto their text and READ aloud for feedback and adjustments
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop an essential skill that you will use over and over again as an actor. Don’t miss out!