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American Accent Training

Master the General American Accent and add one of the most in-demand skills to your performer’s toolkit. Whether you’re preparing for auditions, working on stage, or filming for screen, the accent is a must-have for actors, voice artists, and anyone looking to sound authentically American.

Led by industry professionals, our course gives you the vocal toolkit to deliver an American accent that sounds natural. You’ll explore not just the sounds, but the muscular energy, resonance, and placement that make the General American accent so distinctive. As part of a small group class.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE

Master a natural American accent with the skills to speak confidently, clearly and authentically.

  • Develop a convincing General American accent for performance and professional use.
  • Improve your pronunciation, rhythm and intonation to sound more natural and consistent.
  • Build confidence maintaining an American accent in dialogue, monologues and everyday speech.
  • Strengthen your listening skills to recognise and reproduce key American speech patterns.
  • Receive expert coaching and personalised feedback to refine your accent.
  • Leave with practical techniques to continue developing your accent beyond the course.

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Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
17 Sep 2026
Thu
10:30-17:00
1 day
£149.00
30 Nov 2026
Mon
10:30-17:00
1 day
£149.00
06 Jan 2027
Wed
10:30-17:00
1 day
£149.00
29 Jan 2027
Fri
10:30-17:00
1 day
£149.00
02 Feb 2027
Tue
10:30-17:00
1 day
£149.00
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17 Sep 2026
£149.00
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Time:10:30-17:00
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Tutor: Carl Dolamore
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30 Nov 2026
£149.00
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Tutor: Megan Burns
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06 Jan 2027
£149.00
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29 Jan 2027
£149.00
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Time:10:30-17:00
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02 Feb 2027
£149.00
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Time:10:30-17:00
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General American Accent

Learn the core sounds, vowel shifts and speech patterns that define a contemporary General American accent.

Pronunciation and Placement

Develop accurate pronunciation by exploring mouth placement, consonants, vowels and connected speech.

Rhythm and Intonation

Practise the pace, stress and melody of American English to create a more authentic and consistent accent.

Accent in Performance

Apply your accent through practical exercises, scripted scenes and spoken text to build fluency and confidence.

Listening and Replication

Train your ear to recognise subtle accent patterns and reproduce them with greater accuracy and consistency.

Expert Coaching

Benefit from practical vocal exercises, live demonstrations and personalised feedback from an experienced voice coach.

Useful Information

Do I need previous acting or accent experience?
No. This course is open to beginners as well as professionals. Techniques are broken down clearly and practised in a supportive group setting.
Will I have to perform in front of others?
Yes, but always in a friendly, collaborative environment. Performing together is an important part of building skill and confidence.
Will this help me in auditions?
Yes, the General American accent is one of the most requested in the industry, and this training can make you stand out.
What should I bring?
A notebook, pen, water, and any text you’d like to work on (monologue, poem, or dialogue).

Want to learn more?

Many students pair their American Accent Training with complementary courses to broaden their vocal and performance skills. You might also enjoy:

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Cancellations Policy

Our cancellation policy depends on the course you have booked.

 

Weekly courses and one-day workshops
Cancel at least 72 hours before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer to another available date. Cancellations made within 72 hours will receive course credit instead.

 

Intensive courses of five consecutive days or more
Cancel at least 7 days before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer. Cancellations made with less than 7 days’ notice will usually receive course credit instead.

 

We are unable to offer refunds for missed classes or non-attendance.

Book 2 courses at the same time for 10% Off*

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*Please note 2ORMORE & 3ORMORE - this offer cannot be redeemed against our One year, 3 Month Courses , Private tuition, Tasters, or Resident Companies i.e. Choirs, Musical Theatre or Dance companies. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

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