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.
What you will learn
By the end of the course, you will:
- Produce a confident, authentic-sounding General American accent.
- Use breath and body alignment to create a “whole accent” from the inside out.
- Develop accurate facial muscle patterns and sound placement for resonance.
- Identify and correct your own “give away” sounds.
- Master key vowel and consonant shifts, physically analysing tongue and mouth movement.
- Apply the accent confidently to scripted text and performance.
- Record, analyse, and refine your work with feedback from your tutor.
Benefits of Taking This Course
Your voice is one of your most powerful tools, and the right accent can land you the right roles. Student on this course will get:
- Performance-Ready: Perfect your American accent for auditions and roles.
- Professional Guidance: Learn from experienced coaches with industry credits.
- Authenticity Matters: Go beyond imitation to develop a natural, confident delivery.
- Targeted Feedback: Identify and fix your unique challenges.
- Career Advantage: Expand your casting potential for stage, screen, and voice work.
Performance-Ready
Step into auditions and roles knowing you have the tools for delivering a polished, authentic General American accent that holds up under pressure.
Expert Coaching
Train with industry professionals who have worked on stage, screen, and voiceover, learning exactly what casting directors want to hear.
Personalised Feedback
Receive targeted guidance to address your specific challenges and strengthen your accent work.
CLASSES STARTING SOON
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 6 Sep 2025 | Sat | 10:30-17:00 | 1 day | Acting Tutors | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £149.00 | Sold Out Add to waiting list | ||
| 23 Nov 2025 | Sun | 10:30-17:00 | 1 day | Nancy Wigglesworth | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £149.00 | 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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| 10 Jan 2026 | Sat | 10:30-17:00 | 1 day | Nancy Wigglesworth | City Academy, Farringdon | £149.00 | 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 open to beginners as well as professionals. Techniques are broken down clearly and practised in a supportive group setting.
Yes, but always in a friendly, collaborative environment. Performing together is an important part of building skill and confidence.
Yes, the General American accent is one of the most requested in the industry, and this training can make you stand out.
A notebook, pen, water, and any text you’d like to work on (monologue, poem, or dialogue).
Other Students Also Attended
Many students pair their American Accent Training with complementary courses to broaden their vocal and performance skills. You might also enjoy:
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 6 Sep 2025 | Sat | 10:30-17:00 | 1 day | Acting Tutors | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £149.00 | Sold Out Add to waiting list | ||
| 23 Nov 2025 | Sun | 10:30-17:00 | 1 day | Nancy Wigglesworth | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £149.00 | 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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| 10 Jan 2026 | Sat | 10:30-17:00 | 1 day | Nancy Wigglesworth | City Academy, Farringdon | £149.00 | 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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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, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.
CANCELLATIONS POLICY
We offer a full refund or full credit 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. Please note bookings are non-transferable after 72 hours.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
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.
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Sep 2025 | Sat | 10:30-17:00 | 1 day | Acting Tutors | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £149.00 | Sold Out Add to waiting list | ||
| 23 Nov 2025 | Sun | 10:30-17:00 | 1 day | Nancy Wigglesworth | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £149.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
|
| 10 Jan 2026 | Sat | 10:30-17:00 | 1 day | Nancy Wigglesworth | City Academy, Farringdon | £149.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
|
Select your Entry Level:
PAYMENT OPTIONS
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, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.
CANCELLATIONS POLICY
We offer a full refund or full credit 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. Please note bookings are non-transferable after 72 hours.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
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.
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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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