Gary Owen to Present Workshop at 2005 ConVENTion!

November 13, 2004

You�ve just purchased a new figure or puppet and you haven�t a clue what kind of voice would bring it to life. Here�s a workshop that will teach you the secrets to creating amusing cartoon vocalizations demonstrated by one of the most respected voiceover talents in America, Gary Owen.

Gary�s resonant tones have been heard on hundreds of radio and television commercials. He is the signature voice for �The Lawrence Welk Reunion� shows seen on over 300 PBS stations nationwide. Many of his character voices can be heard at Six Flags Theme Parks.

His workshop, �Vocalizations and Impersonations� offers great ideas on character voice development using the voice, mouth, tongue, teeth and nose to create awesome voices and sounds. You will learn tips and tricks on how to do character voices and sound impersonations (polyphony) and how to apply them to ventriloquism.

More importantly, you�ll learn health tips on how to take care of your voice and what NOT to do before a performance.