Case Study: Naomi Sorkin
Naomi Sorkin, Professional Dancer, Creative, and Businessperson
We are delighted to be working with Naomi Sorkin, one of America’s leading classical and dramatic ballerinas. Naomi has extensive experience in film and radio and is a founder of The Playground Theatre in London.
Client Problem:
Lack of Confidence and Vocal Presence. Naomi came to us feeling a lack of confidence as an older woman. She felt she had become invisible, and her voice was no longer heard.
Our Analysis:
Despite being extremely physically fit and highly skilled in her physical abilities and vocal techniques, Naomi lacked confidence in projecting her talents, beliefs, and self-image. We identified several key areas contributing to her challenges:
- Inhibited Vocal Impact and Stamina: Inability to assert her voice and opinion.
- Lack of Self-Belief: Leading to a disconnection between thought and vocalisation.
- Uncertain About Her Self-Image: Making it difficult to fully express her voice.
Our Solution:
We implemented personalised strategies and exercises for both voice and body, including:
- Physical Alignment: A program to support body alignment and breathing for self-regulation to combat anxiety and tension.
- Vocal Technique: Exercises in pitch, intonation, volume, tone, and vocal intensity to support clearer dialogue and understanding.
- Thought Process and Intention: Techniques to express thoughts and self-expression.
- Body-Voice Alignment: Improved connection between body and voice delivery. Recognising and encouraging positive emotive interaction and connection to herself and others.
- Relaxation & Breathing Techniques: To enhance overall vocal health and confidence.
- Weekly Video Diary: Building a presence, finding confidence, and feeling at ease with her present self-image and the authority of her voice by tapping into emotional recall and sharing her stories.
The Results:
Naomi experienced significant improvements:
- Improved Body-Voice Connection: Enhanced engagement of energy and vocal impact.
- Improved Self-Worth: Greater confidence in her abilities and self-image.
- Vocal Impact: Stronger, more resonant voice with better projection and stamina.
In Conclusion:
Naomi’s increased confidence around her self-image has allowed her to see where she fits into her personal and professional world. Her voice now has a significant impact and continues to shape her life positively.
We are proud to have supported Naomi in her journey to vocal excellence and look forward to her continued success in the creative and business communities. And most importantly, getting her voice of experience out into the world.