Discovering ‘Vocal Transparency’: Integrating Miller Voice Method and the Michael Chekhov Technique
Tuesday 19th August 2025, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (London Time)
In this workshop, Kristi Dana will offer highlights of her performance and teaching-based research in the search for ‘Vocal Transparency’—a spontaneous, unfiltered, easily understood expression that clearly communicates the point-of-view of the character. She will share key points around the neuroscience of circular breathing techniques, focusing specifically on Miller Voice Method’s “Active Breath” and its integration with the psychophysical approach of the Michael Chekhov Technique.
Participants will first be guided through embodiment of the flow and presence created by Miller Voice Method's “Active Breath”. Focus will be placed on how the Active Breath assists in diminishing the “sculpting” of text that can get in the way of a spontaneous expression.
Next, Kristi will guide participants through the integration of the Active Breath work with select elements of the Michael Chekhov Technique, thereby igniting the imagination, spoken impulse, connection to the body, and revealing the inner psychology of the character. Participants will work with text to experience practical application of the merger of the two approaches.
*Participants may work with their own, memorized text, (just a few lines will do!) but if they do not have any, text will also be provided.
Kristi Dana
Kristi Dana is an Associate Professor of Voice & Speech at Southern Methodist University. She has been studying with and working alongside Scott Miller for the past twelve years, first assisting him at NYU Grad Acting and at the Michael Chekhov Studio in NYC, joining mVm’s first-ever official cohort of certified teachers, and eventually becoming the Director of mVm Miller Voice Method’s Teacher Certification Program and joining its faculty.
Attend this course for as little as £22 as part of the Voice Professional Training CPD Award Scheme.
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