It is a simple and accurate guide to speaking in a General American (GenAm) dialect: the preferred dialect for performance in a wide range of American stage, film and television works. GenAm can also operate as a foundation dialect for other regional or ethnic American dialects.
Written specifically for the Australian Actor, this book covers pronunciation, intonation, American lingo, phonetics, tongue placement, lip formation and practical exercises – as well as words and phrases useful for improvisation work. Also featured are exercises involving practice words, sentences and scenes, designed to teach each aspect of the dialect. The accompanying CD complements each exercise.