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Upcoming Workshops:


-Polonius, Hamlet, Act II, Scene 2

A MASTERCLASS
FOR ACTORS AND DIALECT COACHES

WHEN/WHERE: Watch this space for information on dates and venues. The itinerary is to include major US, Canadian, and British cities.

COST: (varies by location)
(includes a complimentary copy of the latest edition of Accents and Dialects for Stage and Screen350 pages, 24 dialects, 12 CDs, $99.95 value)

LEARN:

  • several accents and dialects actors need most
  • the secrets of integrating dialect work with acting
  • how to research a dialect from scratch
  • how to approach English language dialects versus foreign language accents
  • IPA transcribing skills
  • how to get the best out of IDEA
  • how to create and edit mp3 recordings
  • DETAILS:
    During our time together we will explore the skills actors need to approach dialect and accent work with confidence; and the techniques needed by dialect coaches.

    We will study several dialects and accents from among those most called-for in theatre, film, television, and voice-over.

    Additionally, we will explore the following:

    CREDIT TOWARD CERTIFICATION:
    In response to the demand for training from Paul, a training and certification program will be announced in the near future. If certification is of interest to you, either as an actor or a dialect coach, this master class will earn you credit towards the hours required.

    HOSTING A PAUL MEIER WORKSHOP

    Paul offers dialects for actors, accent reduction, Shakespeare acting, or voice-over, single-day or longer. If it's acting with an accent you're after, workshop participants receive a copy of Paul's dialect textbook, Accents and Dialects for Stage and Screen, in use at many theatre departments and conservatories around the world. Depending on the numbers of participants, the per-person fee could be little more than the cost of a single copy of the book!

    Participants enjoy:

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