Aesthetic Philosophy: We too often find (especially in the United States) that theatre and film practitioners do not place enough emphasis on voice work, neither In their production planning nor in their daily routines. And, consequently, we rely too heavily on microphones (theatre), so that the actors can be heard. But, the actor’s fundamental job is to develop craft — the audibility, clarity and stamina to make their spoken word heard, without amplification. Amplification (although certainly a legitimate artistic choice) should not be relied on de rigueur — it introduces a barrier to the human connection between speaker and listener. We train theatre artists to help eliminate that barrier and optimize the experience for themselves and their audiences. Hire a professional.
As teachers, we deliver to both our drama and non-drama students: the joys of rich language, the discovery of powerful voice, and the embodiment of optimal performance for all stages of one’s life. We also help other teachers develop the authority and stamina they need to have to get through the often-grueling, thankless and supremely necessary task of educating our precious future.
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