Barbara Rosenblat: Audiobook Narrator
Barbara Rosenblat: Audiobook Narrator
Barbara Rosenblat is one of the most sought after voice artists both here and abroad with countless fans worldwide. She is also and actress in both film and TV. Her portrayal of the cancer ridden prisoner 'Miss Rosa' in the groundbreaking Netflix original series 'Orange Is the New Black' continues to provide critical acclaim around the globe. Other TV credits include 'House of Cards', 'Homeland','Lincoln Rhyme' and 'Gotham'.
Barbara Rosenblat: Audiobook Narrator
She was raised in New York City but returned to her place of birth, London, to start her career. In the West End, Barbara appeared in Torch Song Trilogy, Godspell, Bar Mitzvah Boy and Look to the Rainbow. She appeared at the Edinburgh Festival twice and began what was to become a long career in Voice work. Her movie credits include 'Haunted Honeymoon', 'Little Shop of Horrors', 'Carry On England' and 'Reds'.
On her return to New York, Barbara began to get serious about audiobooks learning her craft with the Library of Congress and Talking Books for the Blind. At the same time, pursuing theatre and TV, Barbara created the role of 'Mrs. Medlock' in the Tony Award winning Broadway production of 'The Secret Garden'. She also served as production dialect coach. She also appeared in a new Broadway Production of Eric Bogosian's 'Talk Radio' with Liev Schreiber. At the Williamstown Theatre Festivals, Barbara appeared in a critically acclaimed production of Tennessee Williams' play, "The Rose Tattoo" with Marisa Tomei that transferred to Broadway.
She has recorded over 600 audiobooks in a distinguished career that has garnered 8 Audie Awards, 50 plus Earphone Awards from Audiofile Magazine for exceptional recordings and numerous accolades over the years. She has been inducted into the Audible Narrator Hall of Fame. One critic wrote, 'Barbara is to audiobooks what Meryl Streep is to film'. Her book, 'Audiobook Narrator- The Art of Recording Audiobooks' provides personal guidance for those pursuing this avenue of art and is a direct result of answering many questions at personal appearances and at her masterclasses about the craft.
Barbara has also done alot of animation, anime, and video games as well as documentaries and commercials.
Books narrated by Barbara:
I've recorded many series over the years and one of my favourites has to be the Amelia Peabody books by the late Elizabeth Peters. We became such good friends over 20 titles and I miss her. Happily, when you go to Audible or Penguin Random House or Recorded Books or just Google, you can listen to many clips from various titles. Other faves would be 'The Queen and I' by Sue Townsend (hilarious), 'Brigit Jones' Diaries' (hilarious). Honestly, the range of subject matter over the years has made me what I consider to be a 'genre free' recording artist. And, indeed, I am grateful.
Barbara Rosenblat: Audiobook Narrator
Barbara Rosenblat: Audiobook Narrator
Barbara Rosenblat: Audiobook Narrator
My 2 cents:
Anyone in this life who gets to follow their heart and be creative should sharpen their 'discipline of gratitude'. Having more than one string to my bow has kept all my disparate efforts sharp and focused. I am often asked, 'what's my favourite work...TV, film, theatre, audiobooks...?' Without hesitation, it has to be...I love what is 'in front of me'.
While in England, I did alot of cabaret with my band and what I found was that having your toes in different disciplines affords you greater insight into the spoken word and its power. So, lyrics had more depth and when I sang it was, ultimately, to tell a story. One must engage the listener from the outset and to do that one must be centered and prepared. After all, you only make a first impression once. Unlike turning the pages in a book...with an audiobook, you can't skim.
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