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How to Talk So People Will Listen with Lizzie Waterworth (Age: 8+)
We all have to speak in public sometimes, whether it’s answering a question in front of the class, addressing an audience, or even just meeting someone new, and it can be a bit scary! But it doesn’t need to be. BAFTA-nominated voice artist Lizzie Waterworth – the voice of Horrid Henry – has written a fun new book to help children feel confident about talking to people, and is bringing all her tips and tricks from How to Talk So People Will Listen to MK Lit Fest.
Lizzie's book has lots of hints from professional voice artists and public figures, including Stephen Fry and Ben Shires, along with takeaways from her own experiences. From how to combat nerves to the benefits of smiling and the power of eye contact, this interactive, entertaining event will encourage children to take control of their voices and boost their confidence in speaking out – while creating (and voicing) their own cartoon character along the way!
About Lizzie Waterworth
Lizzie had her first break into animation voiceovers aged 22, and has been voicing award-winning cartoons and video games ever since, including the lead role in Horrid Henry and characters in numerous successful kids’ shows like Bob the Builder and Mush-Mush and the Mushables. In 2019, she was nominated for a BAFTA for her role as Henry.
When she’s not in a recording studio, Lizzie is helping young people to build their speaking confidence, visiting schools and businesses to run workshops, speaking at events, and coaching one-to-one. She is currently working with Milton Keynes University Hospital, supporting their paediatric department by identifying ways to help children feel more confident during their visits. How to Talk So People Will Listen is her first book.
Lizzie's book has lots of hints from professional voice artists and public figures, including Stephen Fry and Ben Shires, along with takeaways from her own experiences. From how to combat nerves to the benefits of smiling and the power of eye contact, this interactive, entertaining event will encourage children to take control of their voices and boost their confidence in speaking out – while creating (and voicing) their own cartoon character along the way!
About Lizzie Waterworth
Lizzie had her first break into animation voiceovers aged 22, and has been voicing award-winning cartoons and video games ever since, including the lead role in Horrid Henry and characters in numerous successful kids’ shows like Bob the Builder and Mush-Mush and the Mushables. In 2019, she was nominated for a BAFTA for her role as Henry.
When she’s not in a recording studio, Lizzie is helping young people to build their speaking confidence, visiting schools and businesses to run workshops, speaking at events, and coaching one-to-one. She is currently working with Milton Keynes University Hospital, supporting their paediatric department by identifying ways to help children feel more confident during their visits. How to Talk So People Will Listen is her first book.
Saturday 14 Oct 2023
Milton Keynes Central Library, 555 Silbury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK9 3HL
3.30 - 4.30pmTickets: £5 (£3 per accompanying adult)
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