54-105 Voice for the Stage I

5 units, Carnegie Mellon University

An Introduction to the fundamental foundation of speaking voice training for the actor; physical awareness, breath, and the free release of sound. Resonance, range, articulation, vocal clarity and expressiveness are also emphasized. The work is based upon the classic progression of voice exercises of Kristin Linklater. The exercises are designed to liberate the voice from habitual psychophysical tensions as well as developing sensitivity to impulse. This approach offers the possibility of liberating your natural speaking voice rather than adopting a vocal technique in order to truthfully embrace the performer's instincts. The natural voice is transparent, revealing, connected to thought, emotion, sound, and the spoken word; elements that are essential to an authentic embodiment of a character.

Prerequisites: none listed

Offered: Fall 2026, Fall 2025

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