Dec 20, 2025  
Ohio University 2025-26 Graduate Catalog 
    
Ohio University 2025-26 Graduate Catalog
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THAR 5171 - Voice and Speech for the Actor II


Voice work to develop range and vocal power through repeated and practiced exercises and sound and movement. Speech work covers the International Phonetic Alphabet consonants and proper linking techniques along with the study of speech patterns and rhythms.

Requisites: THAR 5170
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 6.0 hours.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 6.0 studio
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Apply voice, speech and linking skills in combination with truth and emotional connection to text.
  • Complete a warm-up in both voice and speech.
  • Expand personal speaking rhythm patterns.
  • Proficiently speak Standard American English in all required work.
  • Speak text with freedom of range and vocal power.
  • Speak with clarity and precision in the use of consonants and linking.



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