Yuri Lowenthal and Tara Platt Offer a Peek Into the World of VO
LOS ANGELES, July 24, 2009 -- Voice-Over superstars Yuri Lowenthal and
Tara Platt will officially announce publication of their book,
"Voice-Over Voice Actor: What It's Like Behind the Mic," this weekend
at the prestigious San Diego Comic-Con, the largest comic book and
popular arts convention in the world.
Have you ever watched a cartoon, played a video game or heard a movie
trailer and wondered just who are those folks behind the mic? Maybe
you've wanted to get into the business and become a voice actor
yourself, but wanted to know where to begin? Coming this November, you
can get answers to those questions and more with husband and wife duo
Yuri Lowenthal and Tara Platt new 'How To' book.
With insider tips and in-depth discussion about this exciting
profession, the book, "Voice-Over Voice Actor," is also peppered with
anecdotes from stars in the field like Phil Morris (Secret Saturdays),
Wil Wheaton (Batman: The Brave and the Bold), and Dee Bradley Baker
(Spongebob Squarepants), and with a foreword by Eisner Award winning
comic book writer Paul Jenkins (Wolverine: Origin). This book is sure
to open your eyes and entertain.
LOS ANGELES, July 24, 2009 -- Voice-Over superstars Yuri Lowenthal and
Tara Platt will officially announce publication of their book,
"Voice-Over Voice Actor: What It's Like Behind the Mic," this weekend
at the prestigious San Diego Comic-Con, the largest comic book and
popular arts convention in the world.
Have you ever watched a cartoon, played a video game or heard a movie
trailer and wondered just who are those folks behind the mic? Maybe
you've wanted to get into the business and become a voice actor
yourself, but wanted to know where to begin? Coming this November, you
can get answers to those questions and more with husband and wife duo
Yuri Lowenthal and Tara Platt new 'How To' book.
With insider tips and in-depth discussion about this exciting
profession, the book, "Voice-Over Voice Actor," is also peppered with
anecdotes from stars in the field like Phil Morris (Secret Saturdays),
Wil Wheaton (Batman: The Brave and the Bold), and Dee Bradley Baker
(Spongebob Squarepants), and with a foreword by Eisner Award winning
comic book writer Paul Jenkins (Wolverine: Origin). This book is sure
to open your eyes and entertain.
"So many people have asked us how we got into [VO] and how they can do
it too," Yuri says, "and in the book we do our best to tell them all
about what we've done." Tara adds, "But more than that, we let them
know what they might be able to do on their own to break in." The book
includes everything from mic technique and the auditioning process to
suggestions for voice exercises and tips on self-marketing.
Several VO celebs have already praised "Voice-Over Voice Actor." Phil
LaMarr (Futurama), no stranger to acting and voice-over, says, "People
always ask me for advice on how to get started in the VO business. My
advice: Get this book." Emmy award-winning voice director Andrea
Romano (Avatar: the Last Airbender) lends her endorsement by adding,
"Anyone wishing to pursue a career in voice-over will be more prepared
and have a better chance of success if they read & heed the wisdom
contained in this book. Were I teaching a class right now, this book
would be a required text."
Lowenthal and Platt have a long list of voice-over credits from
animation to video games, commercials, narration and more. Some of
their recognizable credits include Yuri's Superman (Legion of
Superheroes), Ben (Ben 10: Alien Force), Jinno/Kuma (on the
Emmy-Nominated Afro Samurai: Resurrection), and the Prince (the Prince
of Persia series of video games) as well as Dell, Coca-Cola and more.
Tara's credits include Wonder Woman (DC vs. Mortal Kombat), Dream Girl
(Legion of Superheroes), and Temari (Naruto) as well as commercial
work for clients like Subaru, Budweiser and McDonald's.
Published by Bug Bot Press, a 15% pre-order discount is being offered
on the Web site before the book comes off presses November 1st.
To pre-order "Voice-Over Voice Actor: What It's Like Behind the Mic,"
visit: www.BugBotPress.com.
it too," Yuri says, "and in the book we do our best to tell them all
about what we've done." Tara adds, "But more than that, we let them
know what they might be able to do on their own to break in." The book
includes everything from mic technique and the auditioning process to
suggestions for voice exercises and tips on self-marketing.
Several VO celebs have already praised "Voice-Over Voice Actor." Phil
LaMarr (Futurama), no stranger to acting and voice-over, says, "People
always ask me for advice on how to get started in the VO business. My
advice: Get this book." Emmy award-winning voice director Andrea
Romano (Avatar: the Last Airbender) lends her endorsement by adding,
"Anyone wishing to pursue a career in voice-over will be more prepared
and have a better chance of success if they read & heed the wisdom
contained in this book. Were I teaching a class right now, this book
would be a required text."
Lowenthal and Platt have a long list of voice-over credits from
animation to video games, commercials, narration and more. Some of
their recognizable credits include Yuri's Superman (Legion of
Superheroes), Ben (Ben 10: Alien Force), Jinno/Kuma (on the
Emmy-Nominated Afro Samurai: Resurrection), and the Prince (the Prince
of Persia series of video games) as well as Dell, Coca-Cola and more.
Tara's credits include Wonder Woman (DC vs. Mortal Kombat), Dream Girl
(Legion of Superheroes), and Temari (Naruto) as well as commercial
work for clients like Subaru, Budweiser and McDonald's.
Published by Bug Bot Press, a 15% pre-order discount is being offered
on the Web site before the book comes off presses November 1st.
To pre-order "Voice-Over Voice Actor: What It's Like Behind the Mic,"
visit: www.BugBotPress.com.
