A simple and accurate guide to speaking in a General American (GenAm) dialect: the preferred dialect for performance in a wide range of American stage, film and television works. GenAm can also operate as a foundation dialect for other American dialects. Written specifically for the Australian actor, this eBook covers pronunciation, intonation, American lingo, phonetics, tongue placement, lip formation and practical exercises, as well as words and phrases useful for improvisation work. Also featured are exercises involving words, sentences and scenes designed to teach each aspect of the dialect. Embedded audio files give examples in both U.S. and Australian dialect that can be played on iPhone, iPad or Mac or on any other device using Adobe Digital Editions. Speaking American is the perfect tool for the Australian actor at home, on set or in the rehearsal room.