The Voice Playground: Crafting Healthy and Hilarious Character Voices

Schedule

Sat Jul 06 2024 at 10:00 am to Sun Jul 07 2024 at 04:00 am

UTC+01:00

Location

North Merchiston Club | Edinburgh, SC

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** The Super Early Bird price deadline is midnight on June 16th. **
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Stuck using the same voice for every character?
Ready to explore the potential of your acting voice?
Want to learn techniques to create memorable voices quickly?
We've all been there. As performers (whether we do it professionally or just for fun), we often struggle to create unique and sustainable character voices. It can be frustrating when a voice that initially seemed fun and exciting suddenly becomes difficult to maintain or falls flat after just a few lines.
But fear not, for you are not alone! Even the top actors and voice-over artists face similar challenges when it comes to mastering character voices. And luckily, there's a solution – The Voice Playground workshop.
Led by Alex Owen-Hill, a voice coach, voice researcher and comic actor with a background in clowning, this two-day workshop will equip you with the tools and techniques to create interesting and sustainable character voices. Not only that, but you'll also learn how to keep your voice healthy while perform these voices over extended periods of time
Welcome to The Voice Playground – where vocal play meets healthy technique!
Dates & Location:
📅 Saturday, July 6th, 10am-4pm & Sunday, July 7th, 12pm-4pm
📍 North Merchiston Club, Main Hall
Join this unique voice lab workshop, specifically designed for improvisers, actors, comedians, podcasters, voice-over artists, and role-playing game enthusiasts – basically, anyone who wants to improve their voice and character creation skills.
In this workshop, you'll learn how to:
- Create vocal dexterity by exploring the full range and dynamics of your voice
- Develop distinct voices with ease and avoid common pitfalls.
- Build a "cast" of reliable character voices you can use in any performance.
- Stretch and explore your vocal range
- Learn different games to create unique voices
-Create your own healthy vocal warm-ups to prevent strain and fatigue
In this workshop, we'll use a combination of vocal exercises, voice theory, improvisation games, and character work to help you develop your skills in a fun and engaging way. You'll leave with a newfound confidence in your voice and the ability to create dynamic characters that will wow any audience.
How to Join the Voice Playground 2-day Workshop:
- Registration: Secure your spot by purchasing a workshop ticket through TicketTailor
- Special Discounts: Enjoy early bird prices if you register soon.
Doing character voices shouldn’t cost you your voice. Come and play in The Voice Playground, and let’s make every character you embody truly unforgettable.
Get ready to unleash your vocal potential and become a truly flexible performer!
LOCATION
North Merchiston Club, 48 Watson Cres, EH11 1EP
** As a Big Friendly follower, use the promo code BIGFRIEND for a further 10% discount! **
** The Super Early Bird price deadline is midnight on June 16th. **
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