The August Light

Accents, Dialects, & the Illusion of Perfection


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This ones for my actors. On today's episode, I sit down with dialect coach Amani Dorn to discuss the difference between accents & dialects, the illusion of perfection, and personal style. We also enjoy a few rounds of a virtual improv to bring it all together. Tune in to learn a bit about being a professional actor. 

Until next time, be a light an august light. 

Character Breakdowns:

Brianna: Female, 30-50, Any ethnicity. A southern pastor, who is strong-willed and outspoken.

Annette: Female, 30s-40s, Black, An angry Christian mother, grieving the loss of her child.

Erica: Black Female, 30s, Jamaican psychic herbalist with Mother Earth energy.

Janet: 20s-40s, Any ethnicity, annoying pap photographer willing to do anything to get the shot.

Male or Female, 40s, British newscaster.

Ms. Williams: 45 to 60 years old, Black Female, rigid with little compassion for others. Obsessed with her job as a matchmaker.

Flower: 40s, female, Black, music teacher

Resources:

www.AmaniDornDialects.com

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Follow Amani Dorn on Instagram @AmaniDornDialects.

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Theme music produced by L.B. ThatProducerGuy (B Sharp Entertainment)

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The August LightBy Asa A.