Introduction to Dialects    3 s.h

Catalog description

Introduction to vocal expression as an actor by way of speech and accent/dialect. Content will address vocal heritage of a character in an acting role, speech sounds, patterns, and physiology. Identification of sound symbols of the International Phonetic Alphabet will form a bridge to vocal transformation into character accents. Whole-body exercises will be used to cultivate organic and physical relationship to speaking. Speaking with intention, meaning, and feeling will be explored through the vocal dynamics of volume, pitch, rhythm and resonance (One hour lecture/three hours Lab). Prereq.: THTR 2667 or permission of instructor.