Redefining Gender Identity & Authenticity in Musical Theatre Training, with Naomi Lee Schulke

This Is A Voice

In this thought-provoking and unusual episode of This Is A Voice, Dr. Gillyanne Kayes & Jeremy Fisher sit down with Naomi Lee Schulke, a passionate singing teacher / researcher at Falmouth University. Naomi shares her journey through Vocal Process's Teacher Accreditation Programme and her fascinating work in supporting gender identity in musical theatre training.
🎭 From overcoming imposter syndrome to finding authentic expression in a world of rigid vocal expectations, Naomi opens up about the importance of collaboration, identity, and creating safe spaces for trans and non-binary performers.
🎙 Listen as we dive into the challenges of navigating gender expression in vocal training and how this work is reshaping the future of musical theatre. Whether you're a professional singer, vocal coach, or an actor passionate about the performing arts, this conversation is a must-listen!
📌 Topics covered:
The role of identity and authenticity in musical theatre
Supporting gender-diverse performers
Redefining vocal training for trans and non-binary singers
Insights into musical theatre's evolution post-pandemic
Watch now and join the conversation on the future of vocal education in musical theatre!
00:00 Gillyanne & Jeremy set the scene
01:27 Naomi on “enlightening & scary”
06:44 No competition among singing teachers
11:48 Losing your identity as a student
16:02 How your feel isn’t how you sound
18:02 Gender expression
21:26 Choir parts and non-binary singers
26:46 Whose opinion is choral part allocation?
29:14 Problem of coming out in EVERY performance
32:59 Changing the industry at university level
38:29 Arrangement versus composition
Find out more about Naomi
Naomi @ naomileeschulke.com
https://vocalidentity.co.uk
You can find out about our Teacher Pathway for singing teachers, vocal coaches and choir leaders here
https://vocalprocess.co.uk/teacher-accreditation/
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