Our Accent Clarity for Actors course has been designed for actors and performers who wish to develop a neutral English or New Standard English accent for performance.
The idea of portraying a neutral English accent for a part in an audition can be daunting, especially those that do not use English as their first language. In our voice and accent classes, you will work creatively and practically at mastering the characteristics of a New Standard English accent and applying these to text.
Our expert Voice Coaches will work with you in a group setting to explore the elements of the accent and work with you to achieve clarity and confidence.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course you will:
- Strengthen and train your speech muscles through targeted articulation exercises
- Understand the placement, rhythm, and facial movements of New Standard English
- Break down the sounds of New Standard English, including tongue position, mouth shape, and vowel length
- Improve vowel clarity, consonant precision, and intonation patterns
- Apply accent work directly to scripts, monologues, and other performance texts
- Recognise and address your personal speech and accent habits
- Develop techniques to continue your accent training independently
- Perform with greater vocal clarity and confidence in auditions and on stage
Benefits of Taking This Course
Developing a clear, neutral English accent is not just a skill — it’s a career advantage. This course provides the technical foundation and practical experience to help you audition for a broader range of roles and deliver performances with clarity and authenticity. As a participant of this course you will:
- Increase your casting versatility for stage and screen roles
- Improve the clarity and impact of your spoken performance
- Gain confidence in handling text in a neutral English accent
- Learn healthy vocal habits to avoid strain and fatigue
- Take away exercises and strategies for long-term improvement
- Build an adaptable vocal toolkit you can draw on for future roles
Strengthen Your Voice
Train the muscles that shape your speech for clarity and control.
Apply It to Text
Integrate your accent work into scripts, monologues, and performance pieces.
Refine Your Sound
Work on vowel clarity, consonant detail, and natural intonation patterns.
Build Lasting Skills
Leave with practical exercises to keep improving beyond the course.
Perform with Confidence
Step into auditions and roles with clarity, precision, and ease.
CLASSES STARTING SOON
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 1 Sep 2025 - 6 Oct 2025 | Mon | 19:00-21:00 | 6 weeks | Nicholas Gauci | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £325.00 | Book Now Click the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 4 Nov 2025 - 9 Dec 2025 | Tue | 19:00-21:00 | 6 weeks | Kate Montague | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £325.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 12 Jan 2026 - 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | 19:00-21:00 | 6 weeks | Louise Fitzgerald | City Academy, Farringdon | £325.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 24 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026 | Sat | 13:30-15:30 | 6 weeks | Acting Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £325.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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Useful information
No. This course is suitable for both beginners and experienced actors who want to refine or adapt their accent.
Not at all. While it’s valuable for non-native speakers, it’s equally beneficial for native speakers who want to adjust regional sounds to a neutral English accent.
Bring a short piece of text — this could be a poem, a novel extract, or a monologue — to practise applying your accent work.
Yes. You’ll receive personalised, constructive feedback throughout the course.
Absolutely. A neutral English accent is often requested in casting, and this course equips you with the tools to deliver it convincingly.
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| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 1 Sep 2025 - 6 Oct 2025 | Mon | 19:00-21:00 | 6 weeks | Nicholas Gauci | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £325.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 4 Nov 2025 - 9 Dec 2025 | Tue | 19:00-21:00 | 6 weeks | Kate Montague | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £325.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 12 Jan 2026 - 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | 19:00-21:00 | 6 weeks | Louise Fitzgerald | City Academy, Farringdon | £325.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 24 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026 | Sat | 13:30-15:30 | 6 weeks | Acting Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £325.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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Select your Entry Level:
PAYMENT OPTIONS
You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.
ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS
Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833 .
CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS
Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG.
If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.
INDUSTRY TUTORS
City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance.
CANCELLATIONS POLICY
We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 1 Sep 2025 - 6 Oct 2025 | Mon | 19:00-21:00 | 6 weeks | Nicholas Gauci | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £325.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 4 Nov 2025 - 9 Dec 2025 | Tue | 19:00-21:00 | 6 weeks | Kate Montague | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £325.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 12 Jan 2026 - 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | 19:00-21:00 | 6 weeks | Louise Fitzgerald | City Academy, Farringdon | £325.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 24 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026 | Sat | 13:30-15:30 | 6 weeks | Acting Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £325.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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Select your Entry Level:
PAYMENT OPTIONS
You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.
ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS
Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833 .
CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS
Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG.
If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.
INDUSTRY TUTORS
City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance.
CANCELLATIONS POLICY
We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
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Photoion Studio, Waterloo
14 Lower Marsh
All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class.
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