Dialect AND accent coaching

Our sessions will be

  • In-Depth

    Liz leaves no stone unturned in her research for an authentic accent, providing comprehensive and accurate coaching.

  • Collaborative

    Liz works closely with actors and directors to achieve the best results, making her a valued member of any production team.

  • Friendly

    Her expertise and personable nature have earned her the loyalty of numerous West End directors and returning clients.

How you’ll feel

more confident and clear with a stronger technique and a believable accent

Specialist Accents

Liz has supported actors with a vast array of accents and dialects, with this being a selection of specialisms:

  • Received Pronunciation (RP)

  • Heightened RP

  • Cockney

  • General American

  • NYC

  • Southern American

  • Russian

  • ‘Peaky Blinders’ Birmingham

  • Hollywood accent of the 1930s

  • Scottish Standard English (SSE)

FIlm & theatre ClIENTS

From theatre actors to film professionals, here are some lovely people Liz has worked with as a dialect coach:

  • Maxine Peake

  • Samuel Barnett

  • ‘Peaky Blinders’ Influencers

“Liz’s contribution as dialect coach on several shows I’ve directed has been transformative.

Her knowledge, passion and attention to detail mean that actors feel empowered when working in a non-native accent. She is a joy to work with!”

Joseph Pitcher

Associate Director of Matilda The Musical, and Director of the
WhatsOnStage award-winning production of ‘Gypsy’ at The Mill at Sonning

FAQs

  • It depends on the accent and your starting point, but most actors can achieve a solid, production-ready accent in 2-4 sessions. Some roles need more; some need less. We'll work out a realistic timeline together.

  • An accent is how you sound – the pronunciation, rhythm, and melody of speech. A dialect also includes vocabulary, grammar, and expressions specific to a region or community. I coach both.

  • Yes. Whether you want to neutralise your accent for auditions, soften it for clarity, or simply have more control over how you sound, I can help – without losing what makes your voice yours.

  • Absolutely. The technique differs slightly – screen work requires a more naturalistic, subtle approach – and I tailor coaching accordingly. I've worked across West End, Netflix, and everything in between.

  • Of course. I work with anyone who wants to develop their voice, whether that's for professional reasons, personal interest, or simply curiosity. You don't need to be preparing for a role.