An analysis of King Richard III's skull reveals that rather than the posh 'Queen's English' commonly assumed, the king most likely spoke with a Yorkshire accent, reflecting the region where he spent his early years and highlighting the stark difference between historical and modern perceptions of the royal tongue.
Yvonne Morley-Chisholm, the project leader, emphasized the complexities of this endeavor, stating, 'This has never been done before - this collaboration has taken a long time,' showcasing the meticulous research and vocal training involved to approximate the king’s voice accurately.
The event at York Theatre Royal will debut the 'voice' of King Richard III as spoken by actor Thomas Dennis, which has been crafted from extensive research including the analysis of the king's skull and historical speech patterns.
Mrs. Morley-Chisholm highlights that the 'dent and dimples' in Richard III's skull offer vital insights into his musculature, which directly informs our understanding of how he might have pronounced words at that time.
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