AMERCIAN ACCENT WORKSHOP (9-18 YEARS OLD) AUGUST
AMERCIAN ACCENT WORKSHOP (9-18 YEARS OLD) AUGUST
For Acting for Film Students
Perfect your American accent and walk into your next self-tape or audition with confidence.
This intensive 4-hour American Accent Workshop is designed specifically for Acting for Film students who want to sharpen their U.S. accent for professional screen work. Whether you’re preparing for auditions or aiming to elevate the authenticity of your performances, this workshop focuses on both technical mastery and real-world application.
Workshop Breakdown
Part 1: Technical Foundations
Students will drill down into the mechanics of the American accent, including:
Vowel and consonant placement
Rhythm, stress and musicality of American speech
Common Australian-to-American traps and how to avoid them
Tools and techniques to maintain consistency under pressure
Part 2: Application for Screen
Students will then apply these skills in practice:
Work on a short scene using an American accent
Tape the scene as a mock self-test/audition
Receive individualised feedback on accent, clarity, and screen authenticity
By the end of the workshop, students will leave with:
Stronger accent control and awareness
Practical tools they can immediately apply to auditions
A recorded scene showcasing their American accent
Targeted feedback to guide ongoing practice
Resources to continue learning
Details
📅 Date: 8th August
⏰ Duration: 3 hours 9am-12 NOON
📍 Location: Burleigh
💲 Cost: $400
Limited places available.
This workshop is ideal for students serious about competing at an international standard and levelling up their audition work.
WHERE: Burleigh Studios, Unit 9 / 10 Rothcote Court, Burleigh Heads
WHEN: Monday 19th January, 2025
TIME: 12noon - 4pm.
WHO: Goat Track Theatre - Teacher Artist Team Andrew Wright & Louise Bahnson
WHAT TO BRING: Water bottle, notebook and pens, copies of your showreel and cv (work in progress)
REFUND POLICY: Goat Track Theatre can issue refunds if written confirmation is received 48 hours prior to the event starting. We cannot issue refunds within 48 hours of the start of the workshop day.
FREE TICKETS: This is NOT an Annual Member free ticketed event.
PARENTS: 1 parent is allowed to attend with the student.
