ABSTRACT

This chapter explains diphthong sound shifts of Ugandan language. It is a comprehensive workbook for actors, not only addresses the methods and processes by which to go about learning an accent, but also looks in detail at each example. It covers the key characteristics and profiles of a wide range of African accents of English. Full breakdowns of each accent cover:an introduction giving a brief history of the accent, its ethnic background, and its language of origin and preparatory warm-up exercises specific to each accent and a directory of research materials including documentaries, plays, films and online resources.