NTRO Output Type
- Recorded or Rendered Work
NTRO Output Category
- Recorded or Rendered Work : Digital creative work
Place
Melbourne, AustraliaNTRO Publisher
https://www.mtc.com.au/education/education-hub/short-courses/Medium
Digital recordingResearch Statement
Amy Hume developed the “Voice for Actors” short course for Melbourne Theatre Company’s Education program, as a digital resource for high school drama schools. The course uses instructional and demonstration videos to introduce breath support, vocal clarity, projection, and articulation.
Through practical exercises and interactive learning, participants gain an understanding of how to use their voice safely and expressively, developing skills that enhance their performance and confidence on stage. The course emphasises the relationship between voice and physicality, exploring how alignment, breath, and resonance contribute to vocal strength and endurance.
Designed for enthusiastic and curious drama students, “Voice for Actors” aligns with industry standards and best practices in professional voice training. It equips participants with tools to develop a sustainable vocal practice, preparing them for the demands of live performance. Delivered as part of MTC’s commitment to arts education, the course bridges the gap between training and professional practice, offering a valuable resource for students aspiring to careers in theatre.
"Voice for Actors" contributes to theatre education by integrating professional voice training methodologies into secondary and pre-professional actor training. The course innovates by making industry-standard voice techniques accessible to young performers, bridging the gap between formal training and professional practice. It highlights the crucial role of breath, resonance, and vocal care in sustainable performance, reinforcing vocal health as a foundational skill. This work broadens awareness of voice as an embodied practice, influencing how emerging actors develop vocal expressivity and endurance on stage.
In January 2024, Melbourne Theatre Company Education Hub won the Drama Victoria award for Excellence in the Digital/Online Delivery of Drama.Size or Duration of Work
Online short course available to high school drama students nation-wideAffiliation
Amy Hume, University of Melbourne
