Speakers of English as an Additional Language (SEAL)

We work with speakers of English as an additional language in all walks of life, who are working in English-speaking contexts. 

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We have previously worked with native speakers of Mandarin, Cantonese, French, Hindi, Tamil, Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, Romanian, Arabic, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, Japanese, Malay, Vietnamese, Thai and more.

We adapt our training to suit the individuals.

One-on-one training

• 6-week short courses.

• Continued support as necessary.

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Group training

• Workshops for drama institutions and community groups.

• 6-week short courses.

​Our ethos for training SEAL actors considers your particular learning and professional needs and expectations.

• Celebrating the native culture and languages of the actors, rather than supressing it.

• Guiding actors to what the industry expects of them.

• Accent training which considers the language learning element for SEAL.

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Our techniques include, but are not limited to:

• Creating a linear scale of accent options, to maximise casting opportunity.

• Finding relevant accents to add to actors' repertoire eg. a Spanish actor learning Italian accents.

• As well as elements listed on the Actors page.

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Our training is research-led and strives to be equitable. Our coaches draw their practice from a variety of sources such as Linklater Voice, Estill Voice Training, Alexander Technique, and Knight Thompson Speechwork.

We understand that there are additional struggles for speakers of English as an additional language. With our help you will be able to:

• Express yourself in English as you would in your native language.

• Be understood in English-speaking contexts.

• Find confidence in your voice.

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Our techniques include, but are not limited to:

• Identifying specific sounds to work on for clarity. 

• Theoretical and practical understanding of voice/accent.

• Muscle memory and repetition.

•  As well as all elements in the Business Professionals page.