The Broadway Voice

Overview

When I was fourteen I went to Broadway in New York City, and saw a show. It was Hello Dolly, starring Carol Channing in the title role. Carol had a Broadway voice, it was distinct, rich and gravelly, and at times she basically spoke the tunes but inflected in the right places so it was musically accurate.

There are many kinds of Broadway voices - operatic, jazz, showgirl, pop - but they are distinct in that they are right for Broadway. There is an element of acting in the voice that is essential for this style of performance.

Lucky for all those out there seeking to find their Broadway sound, the King of the Broadway voice Tim Smith is coming to town! Tim was musical director for the recent MAMMA MIA! Australian tour, assistant musical director on Billy Elliot, vocal coach on The Lion King Australia, founding head of Music Theatre at VCA, and well...so much more. During this two day workshop at the Judith Wright Centre, Tim will work with participants on the many layers of the voice; the framework, the mechanics, and the detail.

Many of Australia’s revered musical theatre talent have worked with Tim, and raved about it. Places are strictly limited to twenty per workshop, so get in quick!