Voice for Performance: An Introduction

Whether you’re looking for an introduction to using your voice as a performer or to build confidence and develop techniques which will help you speak in public, this course has something offer you.

Learning how to unlock your voice can help you increase in confidence and bring new depth to your performance if you are portraying a character on stage or presenting as yourself in a business context.

Course Content

An introduction to using your voice as a performer or public speaker
Explore fundamental voice techniques including breath support and control through practical work
Learn about and explore key aspects of speech such as consonants, vowels and tone
Build confidence and develop effective techniques to help conquer nerves
Learn an effective vocal warm up
Link your developing skills to practice on texts, enabling you to begin to experience speech in the present moment, free your voice and find a true connection to the words you speak
At the end of the course you will be invited to perform a poem and a piece (acting monologue/public speech) to apply your learning in context

Please note: Due to the nature of voice work, the course contains a certain amount of floor work (especially in the first few weeks). We recommend bringing a yoga mat or towel to the sessions for your comfort.

Course Dates

Dates for the Autumn to be confirmed soon | Register your interest

Booking Information

Our courses are available on a first come, first served basis in order of payment.

To secure a place, please take the following steps:

Read through our Terms and Conditions before booking
Click on ‘Book your place’ above. Please make sure you are booking for the correct course and option (i.e. Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu if more than one option is available)
Click ‘Select’ and follow the steps through to the completion of booking
If your preferred dates are sold out, you can click ‘Join Waiting List’ and we will let you know if a place becomes available

People who are looking to improve their public speaking skills
Actors that want to explore the use of voice in performance
Anyone that wants to embark on a journey of vocal development
Voice Practitioners who want a solid base from which to specialise

Days	Various. The course consists of 8 sessions in total and is delivered once a week for 8 weeks.
Times	All times listed are either GMT or GMT +1 (depending on the time of year).
Age	The minimum age is 18 on the first day of the course. There is no upper age limit.
Max. class size	16 students
Course Delivery	All of the Evening Courses take place onsite at our Swiss Cottage campus in London.
International students	We welcome International Students to our courses, however please ensure you are on the correct visa. As our Evening Courses are classed as part-time, non-accredited short courses they are not eligible for a Tier 4 Student Visa however you may be eligible for a Short Term Study Visa.
Language requirements	Applicants must be confident speaking and reading English to a conversational level (IELTS score of 7.0 or equivalent). You may be expected to read texts/scripts that have advanced vocabulary.
Attendance	Due to the structure and the collaborative nature of the courses, full attendance is requested.
Refunds	We are able to offer a full refund up until 14 days before the course begins. After this, the course will become fully non-refundable.
Cancellations	Central reserves the right to cancel this course if we do not meet the minimum number of participants. In this instance, a full refund will be made to you. We are unable to refund any other costs you may have incurred.

What our students say...

“The course was practical, playful and highly enjoyable. Atticus is a brilliant teacher who helped everyone develop their voice in a supportive and fun environment. I got a lot out of the course - both from an acting perspective which will help to enhance my performances, but also applying what I’ve learnt to my everyday life.”

Sharmin, 2022

“I loved this course! It was exactly what I needed and I learned so much! Atticus has been a brilliant teacher, focusing on what each student needs to work on and gearing exercises towards working on our individual goals, would definitely recommend this course!”

Dominique, 2022

Recent Tutors

Emmy Broomfield

Emmy specialises in practical voice and has a particular interest in working with clients to hone their presence and personal impact, as well as helping clients to maintain a healthy voice.