THTR 202-203 Voice & Speech for the Actor
Fundamental theory and technique course intended to develop the actor’s breath, tone, range of the voice, and the muscles of the articulators. The goal is to develop simple, clear, unaffected speech. Through an integrated approach of movement and voice, the student begins to develop balance among the body, the voice, the diction, and finally the thought. Voice and speech techniques employed may include those of Clifford Turner, Catherine Fitzmaurice, Kristin Linklater, and Arthur Lessac. The bodywork may include Bartenieff Fundamentals, Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais Method, and yoga. There is study of the International Phonetic Alphabet and anatomy. Vocal practice, which includes speaking short texts, provides the basis for application to dramatic texts and poetic interpretation of language. Additional lab fee applies.