Game Mode is a dynamic VO program taught by Chris Okawa based on his monthly workout series Cricket Fam VO Jam curriculum he's taught at Cricket Sound for the past 4 years.Week over week it folds-in vocal disciplines specific to the video game genre, a genre unique for the opportunity to play the entire lifecycle of a character, it's epic theatrical scenework, and a branching, complex narrative structure.

Learn how to bring fights to life, spur the Player on, and access new and under-utilized corners of your voice. 

Why do some actors feel so confident improvising in their work and others seem to fall apart if the script isn’t followed to the letter?

Improvising is a learnable skill, not just something you’re born with. It takes practice in the playing and risking, to get comfortable in the area of discovery and performance without safety nets. What better place to do that work than with other actors and instructors BEFORE you might need it on set, stage or in the booth?

Improv is a tremendous skill to hone so that your work is always engaging, reactive and “real-feeling” to you and the audience.

Over 6 weekly online live classes, we will play in many ways to familiarize you with techniques you can do solo or in a group to unlock your potential as an actor creatively capable of improvisation in script or unscripted work.

Improv helps actors with their auditioning and acting skills as well as giving them the tools to use on set, stage or in the booth. Many directors will ask actors to improvise on set with their fellow actors, and often before casting you, in the audition(s).

A solid foundation in audio as a voice talent in this modern remote-working world is imperative, especially when working with studios and engineers, and while it takes time to master the craft, we want to give you a fast and effective path towards a professional standard of work in your own home studio.

Over the course of 8 weeks we will introduce to you definitions & terms used when working with sound, as well as such necessary tools & techniques as gain staging, equalization (EQ), and compression, as well as real world uses of the skills needed to be successful.

You will be given audio examples and practical projects that relate closely to real-world professional practice. This is a hands on course designed to guide you, step-by-step, along the path to possessing a strong skillset in audio engineering your voiceovers.

Note: While we use REAPER as the main software to demonstrate our concepts and methods, what we teach is not only applicable to REAPER - everything we teach can be done in almost any program, from Audacity to Pro Tools.

If you use a different program and are worried about whether you'll still be able to follow along, reach out to Laneth to ask them about setting up some extra time to show you how to do it in your preferred program - and who knows, maybe a group session will be set up if a number of people use the same program!

Now that you’ve discovered how to use your instrument properly and how to bring emotional context into your words, it’s time to learn how to put it all together and learn how to act.

You will hear many terms used to describe someone who uses his or her voice to make a living. Voice Over, Voice Talent, Announcer etc., but one of the most important terms that most won’t debate is Voice Actor. After all, this is what we are doing, acting with our voice.

As we’ve described in previous workshops, Voice Acting is the combination of Theatre, Film and Broadcasting. It’s very helpful to have experience in all three in order to truly master the variety of skills needed for each individual project. No two projects are the same, so there is always a need for a variety of skills. In this course we will do our best to teach you all three.

It's time to get down to the nitty gritty!

As with any profession or trade, it takes time for people to master their craft; voice acting included. A weekend seminar at a famous studio or a weeklong boot camp with a voice coach may be cool, but it probably won't increase your abilities to the point of landing loads of voice gigs. That's why we designed this course with the goal of making sure students see tangible improvements in not just acting, but speaking as a whole.

Join us for a multi-week voice acting workshop all about ADR, where you'll explore different genres each week!

Begin with animated action adventure, bringing mythical characters and martial arts to life with a mix of realism and comedy.

We'll also dive into live-action comedy, honing your timing and energy with a hilarious film; a tough skill to master.

Then we will tackle historical drama, delving into the nuanced performances of an 18th-century epic. Always remember it's not just the voice, but the acting!

Finally, we will jump into the world of anime, channeling high-energy performances and larger-than-life characters.

Get ready for a workout!

WARNING: You will be required to turn in a 1 hour recording of yourself before the first class session. This is to ensure that audiobooks are something you want to do. If you do not turn in your recording, you will not be allowed to participate in the class sessions.

This course is not for beginner voice actors.

Audiobooks are one of the fastest growing market segments for voice acting, growing 9 to 13 percent each year for the last 10 years straight. If you are interested in carving out a niche for yourself, this course is highly recommended. 

If you have decided that you enjoy audiobook voice acting and are thinking about such a career, this course gives practical advice (as well as opportunities) to do so.

Taught by Christopher Boucher, owner of Actors Everywhere and narrator of hundreds of audiobooks generating millions in revenue, this course will:

* Go over the business cases for audiobook production / careers

* Cover advanced topics in vocal performance

* Discuss contracts, negotiations, and price points for audiobooks

* Offer hiring opportunities in both performance and technical areas

WARNING #2: Course session 5 on Sept 4 covers 'spicy' content in audiobooks. If you are uncomfortable with this content, Chris will provide alternative material for you, but it will not be a live session if you choose not to participate in session 5.

In VA201 'The Emotional Roller Coaster', you will learn how important emotions are in the world of acting. Without feelings and emotions it is very difficult to bring words to life in a way that will engage the listener. Over the next 8 classes we will take you on the ride of a lifetime as we put you in the front seat of your emotional rollercoaster. You will work on techniques that will help you face your fears and get rid of any nerves you face that can get in the way of a great performance. You will discover how to bring hidden intentions into everything you read.

Explore an emotional journey and break down common basic emotions and get in touch with how you express emotions for different situations and how you can bring this into everything you do. You will uncover effective ways for your characters to express their emotions and hidden intentions that will differ from your own. Learn the different elements that contribute to creating emotion in your script from an acting perspective as well as production. Master the tools and techniques that will help you bring your scripts to life. You will learn how listening and reacting will completely change the way you perform. There will be plenty of scripts to read in this course, so grab your box of Kleenex, get your chops ready and hang on for an emotional ride into the world of emotional performance.

Game Mode is a dynamic VO program taught by Chris Okawa based on his monthly workout series Cricket Fam VO Jam curriculum he's taught at Cricket Sound for the past 4 years.Week over week it folds-in vocal disciplines specific to the video game genre, a genre unique for the opportunity to play the entire lifecycle of a character, it's epic theatrical scenework, and a branching, complex narrative structure.

Learn how to bring fights to life, spur the Player on, and access new and under-utilized corners of your voice. 

As with any profession or trade, it takes time for people to master their craft; voice acting included. A weekend seminar at a famous studio or a weeklong boot camp with a voice coach may be cool, but it probably won't increase your abilities to the point of landing loads of voice gigs. That's why we designed this course with the goal of making sure students see tangible improvements in not just acting, but speaking as a whole.

VA101 is designed to teach students about their vocal instrument and how to play it. Starting out from the basics and diving deep into understanding the different parts, how to control them, and how to train them to ensure its longevity. You will learn about your Voicebox, your articulators, posture, warmup and breathing techniques, consonants, plosives, sibilance, natural articulation, handling a lisp, mic techniques, and so much more!

Are you stuck in the trap of “putting on” a voice instead of embodying a character? This 4-week course is designed to help voice actors break free from forced habits and reconnect with their most powerful tool—their authentic voice.

Through cold reads, live coaching, and interactive performance exercises, you'll learn how to strip away the artifice and make grounded, emotionally resonant choices that bring your characters to life. You'll explore the difference between "voicing" a role and acting it, while developing better vocal awareness, rhythm control, and character presence.

Each session builds on your strengths while helping you identify and unlearn habits that may be holding you back. From physical grounding techniques to in-the-moment adjustments, this course will help you become a more connected, believable, and versatile performer.

Commercial Voiceover is taught by Dave Bisson, A Chicago-based full-time voice artist who’s lent his voice to hundreds of TV, radio, & digital commercials, as well as industrial narrations, video games, toys, IVR, & just about every other form of VO except audiobooks.

Commercial VO auditions are near-universally asking for a read that’s “Conversational”, “Authentic”, “Genuine”, “Guy/Girl-next-door”, “A real person, not an actor” which has left a lot of aspiring (or even established) voiceover talent wondering how they can be any of these things for a script saying that power saws are on sale at the local hardware store.

In this course, you will learn how to approach any Commercial script and, by answering a few simple questions, find a voice that is authentic, conversational, friendly, & confident – without having to do any research on power saws.

Additionally, this course will deal with all the traps and pitfalls scripts can contain that are sabotaging your authentic voice without you even realizing it.

Ready to expand your character wheelhouse and push your anime reads to the next level? This 4-week advanced course is designed for students who have completed Anime Archetypes and Auditions and are eager to dive deeper into performance variety, emotional range, and script interpretation.

Throughout the course, you’ll explore new archetypes and learn how to break down anime scripts, embody dynamic characters, and deliver performances that feel authentic and alive. We’ll be working with scripts written by the same writers behind some of your favorite anime—giving you a real-world taste of what the industry expects.

By the end, you'll walk away with practical tools to voice multiple character types with confidence—boosting your versatility and strengthening your skills as a working voice actor.

Please note: Completion of “Anime Archetypes and Auditions” is strongly recommended before taking this class.

Elley Ray Hennessy is an avant-garde, international, award-winning bon vivant who has dazzled audiences for 45 years across film, television, radio, and stage. A true powerhouse in the entertainment industry, Elley has excelled in acting, writing, directing, producing, and casting. Her significant contributions to the arts and humanities have earned her a Doctorate of Laws.

Recently, Elley returned from performing at My Little Pony conventions in Shanghai, Beijing, and Jinan, China, where she was greeted by fans and signed autographs. She stars as Warden Morgan Dungworth in the hit TV show Pink Is In, for which she was recently nominated for Best Actress in a Series at the Canadian Screen Awards. She is currently filming Pink Is In: The Movie and will be attending Hamilton Comic Con.

Elley published her first children's book, My Shaky World, a story about epilepsy, and is currently working on her second book under the same theme, with plans to create an animated series based on the concept. She also voices an array of animated characters, ranging from a 55-year-old man with Asperger’s to a magical unicorn, a helmeted duck, and a singing designer witch.

Currently, Elley is filming the TV Series-Coming Home, workshopping 3 new theatrical productions and enjoying the international world premiere of Dullsville and the Doodleverse at TIFF, where she plays the iconic, beloved Queen of the Doodles, Nana.

Are you ready to build a recreatable catalog of characters and take your voice acting skills to the next level? Mastering Characters with Elley Ray Hennessy is a one-of-a-kind course designed to help you create, perform, and sustain characters with confidence and versatility.

This course provides:

🎭 A Personalized Character Catalog – Develop a diverse range of voices that you can confidently perform and sustain.

🎙 Specialized Insights into Animation Voiceover – Learn the nuances of the animation industry from an expert.

📖 Strategies & Tactics to Advance Your Craft – Gain industry knowledge to elevate your auditions and performances.

🎤 Live Performance Coaching – Receive personalized feedback to refine your technique.

🌟 Exclusive Casting Opportunity – In the final class, you'll audition for a real casting agent—an invaluable chance to be seen and heard by industry professionals!

This isn’t just another voiceover class—it’s a career-boosting experience designed to set you apart.

Learn From a Renowned Industry Expert

Elley Ray brings decades of experience as a respected voice coach, performer, and educator. She currently teaches at Sheridan College and the University of Toronto, and has previously taught at California State University, and Syracuse University. Her wealth of experience ensures unparalleled insight into the craft of voice acting and the industry at large.

📌 Spots are limited! Secure yours today and take the next step in your journey.

Elley Ray Hennessy is an avant-garde, international, award-winning bon vivant who has dazzled audiences for 45 years across film, television, radio, and stage. A true powerhouse in the entertainment industry, Elley has excelled in acting, writing, directing, producing, and casting. Her significant contributions to the arts and humanities have earned her a Doctorate of Laws.

Recently, Elley returned from performing at My Little Pony conventions in Shanghai, Beijing, and Jinan, China, where she was greeted by fans and signed autographs. She stars as Warden Morgan Dungworth in the hit TV show Pink Is In, for which she was recently nominated for Best Actress in a Series at the Canadian Screen Awards. She is currently filming Pink Is In: The Movie and will be attending Hamilton Comic Con.

Elley published her first children's book, My Shaky World, a story about epilepsy, and is currently working on her second book under the same theme, with plans to create an animated series based on the concept. She also voices an array of animated characters, ranging from a 55-year-old man with Asperger’s to a magical unicorn, a helmeted duck, and a singing designer witch.

Currently, Elley is filming the TV Series-Coming Home, workshopping 3 new theatrical productions and enjoying the international world premiere of Dullsville and the Doodleverse at TIFF, where she plays the iconic, beloved Queen of the Doodles, Nana.

Are you ready to build a recreatable catalog of characters and take your voice acting skills to the next level? Mastering Characters with Elley Ray Hennessy is a one-of-a-kind course designed to help you create, perform, and sustain characters with confidence and versatility.

This course provides:

🎭 A Personalized Character Catalog – Develop a diverse range of voices that you can confidently perform and sustain.

🎙 Specialized Insights into Animation Voiceover – Learn the nuances of the animation industry from an expert.

📖 Strategies & Tactics to Advance Your Craft – Gain industry knowledge to elevate your auditions and performances.

🎤 Live Performance Coaching – Receive personalized feedback to refine your technique.

🌟 Exclusive Casting Opportunity – In the final class, you'll audition for a real casting agent—an invaluable chance to be seen and heard by industry professionals!

This isn’t just another voiceover class—it’s a career-boosting experience designed to set you apart.

Learn From a Renowned Industry Expert

Elley Ray brings decades of experience as a respected voice coach, performer, and educator. She currently teaches at Sheridan College and the University of Toronto, and has previously taught at California State University, and Syracuse University. Her wealth of experience ensures unparalleled insight into the craft of voice acting and the industry at large.

📌 Spots are limited! Secure yours today and take the next step in your journey.

Think your auditions are “pretty good”? That won’t cut it in today’s competitive VO game. It’s time to level up your reads, sharpen your instincts, and learn how to nail it when it counts, no matter your level.

Welcome to AUDITION BOOTCAMP — the high-energy, no-fluff training ground for voice actors who are ready to stop hoping they book…and start knowing they’re bringing their A-game every time.

What You’ll Get:

Real-world scripts. Real-time feedback. Real results.

Killer tips to make your auditions stand out in a sea of sameness.

Insider techniques used by working pros (and your coach!)

Weekly challenges to push you out of your comfort zone—and into the booking zone.

A supportive squad that grows with you (no yelling... unless it's in the script)

This isn't just another class. It's a VO wake-up call.Whether you're brand-new or been around the mic a few times, you'll walk away sharper, stronger, and ready to own your next audition.

Spots are limited—and they will go fast.Boot up. Mic on. Let’s get to work.

Register now for your 8 week AUDITION BOOTCAMP.Because your best read is waiting to be discovered.

FINDING YOUR OWN WORK

Creating a Voice Acting business takes drive!

In this 8 week workshop - you will be put to the test.

Hands-on activities that force you to look for work.

You will walk away with:

Marketing Schedule/Plan

Where to look for work 

How to approach potential clients

Pay 2 Play, Twitter, Fiverr, and other casting sites

Finding the right agent

Cover Letter Outlines

Follow Ups

Accountability

Assessment of your material *whatever stage you are at

This class is designed for everyone, from beginner & intermediate actors, to the working talent who might be hitting a wall and need to make a change!  

This unique approach to finding your own work has proven to be effective for not only hundreds of talents at different levels of their career, but is a tribute to the success of your coach - VO Chef Deb Munro.  

Deb will share her industry secrets with you and take you through a plan from beginning to end, showing you another side to the business that you may have not considered.  This is a daunting industry.  It's not just about having the right skills, getting a great demo and landing an agent!  You have to know how to go after and find the work yourself - and there are not many who want to share.  This is a great opportunity to learn from a talent who built her business from the ground up and continues to thrive in her career.  She isn't going to wait around for it to happen, so join her for 8 intense weeks of research, development and growth and take your career to the next level. 

Authentic Narration Voiceover is taught by Dave Bisson, A Chicago-based full-time voice artist who’s lent his voice to hundreds of TV, radio, & digital commercials, as well as industrial narrations, video games, toys, IVR, & just about every other form of VO except audiobooks (aside from his own).

Narration VO auditions typically demand a voice that is “friendly” & “welcoming”, as well as being “an authority” or “an expert.” This can be difficult when your script calls for you to discuss “the formation of malondialdehyde and conjugated diene compounds, which are cytotoxic and mutagenic.” Don’t forget to sound like an expert!

In this course, you will learn how to approach any Narration script and, by answering a few questions, find a voice that is authentic, conversational, friendly, & confident.

Additionally, this course will deal with all the traps and pitfalls Narration scripts can contain that are sabotaging your authentic voice without you even realizing it.

Commercial Voiceover is taught by Dave Bisson, A Chicago-based full-time voice artist who’s lent his voice to hundreds of TV, radio, & digital commercials, as well as industrial narrations, video games, toys, IVR, & just about every other form of VO except audiobooks.

Commercial VO auditions are near-universally asking for a read that’s “Conversational”, “Authentic”, “Genuine”, “Guy/Girl-next-door”, “A real person, not an actor” which has left a lot of aspiring (or even established) voiceover talent wondering how they can be any of these things for a script saying that power saws are on sale at the local hardware store. Even with characters in commercials, it's essential always to be authentic. 

In this course, you will learn how to approach any Commercial character script and, by answering a few simple questions, find a voice that is authentic, conversational, friendly, & confident – while still being a version of you.

Think of this class as an advanced version of our already authentic commercial VO class. You'll apply everything you've learned in those classes here.