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Suitable for
18+
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Date
TBC 1st Sep 2025Â
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Tuition
14:00-17:00Â
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Location
Online
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Cost
£44
Overview
Who’s it for?
Actors, teachers, public speakers, and anyone who regularly presents in front of an audience who wants to strengthen their vocal abilities for stage presence.
What’s involved?
The session will cover essential techniques for vocal projection, clarity and stamina. Our aim is to ensure all participants can deliver powerful and expressive performances in any theatrical setting. Through practical exercises and expert guidance, actors will learn how to protect their voice while maximising its potential.
Course Highlights
>Understand the fundamentals of vocal anatomy and health.
>Develop techniques for effective vocal warm-ups and conditioning.
>Enhance vocal projection and clarity for stage performance.
>Apply breath control and support techniques for sustained vocal performance.
>Utilise vocal variety and expression to bring characters to life.
Overview
Foundations of Voice Work
- Welcome and Course Overview
- Vocal Anatomy and Health
- Vocal Warm-Up Techniques  Â
Projection and Clarity
- Breath Control and Support
- Projection Techniques
 Vocal Expression and Characterisation
- Articulation and Diction
- Vocal Variety and Expression
- Application to Performance
Q&A and Final Insights
- Open floor Q&A session
- Recap of key points and takeaways from the masterclass
- Final tips for ongoing improvement and preparation
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Admissions Requirements
Applicants must be aged 18 or over by the time of the course start date.
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Why join the course?
The Necessity of Presence
Actors, teachers, public speakers, and anyone who regularly presents in front of an audience should join this masterclass to significantly enhance their vocal skills and overall presence. Effective voice training is essential for clear, powerful, and engaging communication, whether on stage, in the classroom, or at a podium.
Practical & Sustainable Techniques
This masterclass offers practical techniques for vocal projection, breath control, articulation and expressive delivery. Participants will walk away with the tools to captivate and hold their audience’s attention. Joining this masterclass is an investment in your ability to communicate more effectively and persuasively in any public speaking or performance context.
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What do I need to bring and what do I need to wear?
As an online course you will need a laptop or computer with a strong internet connection and access to Google Meet.
For more detailed advice please see our BOVTS Online Course: Google Meet Guidance
Wear whatever you’re comfortable in.
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Short Course Cancellation Policy
We will make all reasonable efforts to deliver a short course as outlined on our site and in any brochure or published material. However, we reserve the right to cancel a short course in case of events outside our control or if the course fails to meet a minimum number of participants. In the event that we cancel a course, we will inform participants who have booked a place via email at least 7 days prior to the start date. We will also provide a full refund of the course fee paid. Bristol Old Vic Theatre School cannot be held responsible for any expenses you incur due to such a cancellation.
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Short Courses Refund Policy
If you wish to cancel your place on the course, you will receive a full refund if you notify the school at least 7 days prior to the start of the course. For cancellations, contact [email protected]
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