Rockford Sansom, PhD, MFA, is a voice trainer and theatre professor. As a voice coach, he has worked with actors Off-Broadway and in regional theatres, Fortune 100 CEOs, United Nations officials, active members of the U.S. Congress, and speakers in TED Talks. As an actor, he has performed Off-Broadway, regionally, and in international and national tours. He was the Editor of the Voice and Speech Review, and he has published five books on voice. With Christina Shewell, he is the co-author of Voice Work (2nd ed.), a textbook about voice training used worldwide. Rocky was a member of the first teaching certification program for Knight-Thompson Speechwork. He is a VASTA Lifetime Distinguished Member.
Upcoming Short Courses
Friday 23rd January 2026
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
(London Time)
An Introduction to Knight-Thompson Speechwork
Dr Rockford Sansom
This two-hour workshop is an introduction to Knight-Thompson Speechwork (KTS), which is a leading voice, speech, and accent training methodology in theatre conservatories worldwide.
Thursday 14th August 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
(London Time)
The essentials of corporate voice training!
Dr Rockford Sansom
This two-hour workshop introduces the essentials of coaching clients in business, science, and politics—offering voice professionals an opportunity to expand their coaching repertoire. With a focus on practical tools and techniques, the session addresses the specific needs of corporate clients and other public-facing professionals. No matter your voice training background, this foundational workshop equips participants with core skills to adapt their teaching style and deliver targeted, effective feedback in corporate and professional settings.
Past Short Courses
Monday 31st March 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
(London Time)
Free Event*: Join Us for a Special Meet the Author Session!
Christina Shewell
Dr Rockford Sansom
We are thrilled to invite you to an exclusive Meet the Author session with Christina Shewell and Rockford Sansom, the brilliant minds behind the acclaimed book "Voice Work: Art and Science in Changing Voices". This is a unique opportunity to engage with the authors, gain insights into their latest research, and explore the fascinating world of voice work.
Tuesday 27th February 2024
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
(London Time)
The History of Voice Pedagogy
Dr Rockford Sansom
This two-hour workshop explores the history of voice pedagogy from an interdisciplinary perspective, examining the historical arc of various voice training disciplines and highlighting significant people and events within the voice studies field.
Thursday 21st July 2022
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
(London Time)
Accent Coaching: Tips For Working With Actors, Singers, And Directors
Dr Rockford Sansom
This two-hour workshop explores accent coaching from a variety of perspectives and includes practical strategies for coaching clients.