Step into a grounded, authentic Afrikaans accent - built for performance, in real time.
Explore one of many South African accents in this live, 3-hour workshop designed for actors - with a specific focus on Afrikaans-influenced speech.
South Africa holds a wide range of accents, shaped by language, region, and history. In this workshop, we’ll focus on one clear and highly recognisable variation - giving you a strong, specific entry point into the landscape.
Format: Live (Zoom)
Duration: ± 3 hours
Date: Saturday - September 12th, 2026
Time:
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (PST)
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (UK)
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM (SA)
Spots are limited to allow for a focused, high-quality working environment.
Together, we’ll work through the core building blocks of the accent - exploring the PEOPLE, POSTURE, PRONUNCIATION AND PROSODY of Afrikaans - with a focus on performance-ready application.
Working live allows for real-time adjustment, exploration, and a more embodied understanding of the accent.
Key vowel and consonant patterns in Afrikaans-influenced English
Rhythm, melody, and placement
Nuance and variation
The role of language influence on sound
Moving from generalised → specific choices
Applying the accent to text and performance
A clearer, more specific understanding of Afrikaans accent patterns
Workshop recording and materials - and tools to continue developing the accent independently
Greater confidence bringing the accent into auditions and performance
An embodied South African accent
Actors:
preparing for auditions or roles requiring a South African accent
looking to bring greater specificity and truth to their work
wanting real-time guidance and refinement
expanding their range with a specific, grounded, globally relevant accent that not many actors have on their resumé!
Accent work isn't about imitation.
It's about understanding the sound systems, influences, and choices that shape the way people speak.
This is an invitation to explore Afrikaans accents with specificity, authenticity, and respect for the voices behind them.
Step into a grounded, authentic Afrikaans accent - built for performance, in real time.
Explore one of many South African accents in this live, 3-hour workshop designed for actors - with a specific focus on Afrikaans-influenced speech.
South Africa holds a wide range of accents, shaped by language, region, and history. In this workshop, we’ll focus on one clear and highly recognisable variation - giving you a strong, specific entry point into the landscape.
Format: Live (Zoom)
Duration: ± 3 hours
Date: Saturday - September 12th, 2026
Time:
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (PST)
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM (UK)
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM (SA)
Spots are limited to allow for a focused, high-quality working environment.
Together, we’ll work through the core building blocks of the accent - exploring the PEOPLE, POSTURE, PRONUNCIATION AND PROSODY of Afrikaans - with a focus on performance-ready application.
Working live allows for real-time adjustment, exploration, and a more embodied understanding of the accent.
Key vowel and consonant patterns in Afrikaans-influenced English
Rhythm, melody, and placement
Nuance and variation
The role of language influence on sound
Moving from generalised → specific choices
Applying the accent to text and performance
A clearer, more specific understanding of Afrikaans accent patterns
Workshop recording and materials - and tools to continue developing the accent independently
Greater confidence bringing the accent into auditions and performance
An embodied South African accent
Actors:
preparing for auditions or roles requiring a South African accent
looking to bring greater specificity and truth to their work
wanting real-time guidance and refinement
expanding their range with a specific, grounded, globally relevant accent that not many actors have on their resumé!
Accent work isn't about imitation.
It's about understanding the sound systems, influences, and choices that shape the way people speak.
This is an invitation to explore Afrikaans accents with specificity, authenticity, and respect for the voices behind them.
