Are there any Voice Coaches in Arkansas??????????

Question

Ok so I live in Arkansas and I have a strong Southern Accent but I want to be an Actor well I heard having an Accent could be an Obstacle in your career to become one. So I need a Voice Coach to teach me how to speak without an Accent so does anyone know of any Voice Coaches in Arkansas???????

Also I am homeschooled so dont mention a High School also I am going to College next Fall but I dont think they have one where I am going.

Ok so can you please help me?????

Thanks.

Answer 1

I don't think Arkansas is the hub of show business, but if Nicole Kidman and Mel Gibson can play Americans I don't know why you can't play something other than an Arkansawan.  Little Rock and Memphis probably have somebody that could teach you.

Watch TV, there are lots of non-regional speakers on TV.  Get a tape recorder and practice imitating their accents.   Everybody has an accent by the way.  Some are just more regional than others.

Answer 2

Before you waste your money, get an acting part that requires your voice lessons once hired.