Scientists recreate 15th-century King Richard III's voice, revealing a medieval Yorkshire accent.
Voice coach Yvonne Morley-Chisholm led a decade-long project to recreate the voice of 15th-century King Richard III using his skeleton. The team determined he had a medieval Yorkshire accent and created a digital avatar reciting a real address from his reign. Displayed at York Theatre Royal, the 90% accurate voice has received overwhelming public approval, offering insights into the real king rather than Shakespeare's portrayal.
November 29, 2024
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