Acting Quote by Bob Bergen
“If you want to get into the business of doing voices for cartoons, you've got to be a good actor. It's all about acting. It's not about the voice. The voice is just one part of what you bring to the character.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Voice Acting Workshop, 2020
Effective voice work requires acting skill; the voice is just one element of a character’s portrayal.
In simple terms: Acting drives voice roles.
Key Takeaway
Develop acting fundamentals.
Themes
voice acting
characterization
performance
Mood
educational
practical
Type
instructional
professional
When to use this quote
- animation
- video games
- audio books
- commercials
Key Concepts
acting technique
vocal expression
character development
Questions to Reflect On
- What acting methods improve your voice work?
- How to integrate voice with movement?
A Different Perspective
Focusing only on voice may neglect physicality.
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