1. THEATRE VOCABULARY Voice

2. INFLECTION (NOUN)  modulation of the voice; change in pitch or tone of voice.  Inflection helps an actor show emotions and convey meaning.  inflection inflection

3. MONOTONE  When an actor’s voice lacks inflection  An actor should rarely speak in monotone for a character.  monotone monotone

4. ARTICULATION (NOUN) ARTICULATE (VERB)  Speaking clearly—carefully pronouncing every sound without sounding fake  It is very important for an actor to articulate his lines so that the audience can understand him.  articulation articulation

5. PACE (NOUN)  How fast a character moves and speaks  Correct pacing is important for action and dialogue to be realistic.  too fast too fast  too slow too slow  pacing for a monologue pacing for a monologue