The AMC series “Turn” films in Virginia and is seeking local SAG-Aftra actors for speaking roles in an upcoming episode.
An AMC television series “TURN” is filming in the Central Virginia area, and Arvold Casting is seeking actors who look authentically from the Revolutionary War period for speaking roles.
TURN is based on the novel written by Alexander Rose called Washington’s Spies. The series is about Revolutionary War soldiers who are part of a spy ring. during the war. “Turn” is one of 2 new drama series that AMC has in production, the other is “Halt and Catch Fire“.
The show is written by Craig Silverstein and directed by Rupert Wyatt.
The show will be released in 2014.
You can see the series trailer below which aired during the mid-season finale of AMC’s hit show, The Walking Dead.
Set in the summer of 1778, show tells the story of New York farmer, Abe Woodhull, who bands together with a group of childhood friends to form The Culper Ring, an unlikely group of spies who turn the tide in America’s fight for independence.
The Virginia film office released the following casting call *** Please note that this is only for Union members in Virginia. Non-union and out of State actors will not be considered.
FROM ARVOLD CASTING:
Another episode of the AMC television series TURN seeks actors for principal (speaking) roles in the Richmond area. Please see submission instructions here:
http://arvoldcasting.com/casting-calls/amc-television-series-episode-104-speaking-roles/
Here are the character breakdowns from Arvold casting
LYDIA KETCHAM – late 30s, Caucasian. A busybody, she’s a member of a popular sewing club. Her accent should have a British flavor to it, somewhere between an English and American accent, reminding us that the colonies were still very tied to England and that these families had only been here for a few generations. Possible recurring.
RACHEL CLARK – 30s, Caucasian. A gossiper, she’s a member of a popular sewing club. Her accent should have a British flavor to it, somewhere between an English and American accent, reminding us that the colonies were still very tied to England and that these families had only been here for a few generations. Possible recurring.
LUCY SCUTTER – mid 50s, Caucasian. A powerful widow, she has no problem speaking her mind when she disagrees. Her accent should have a British flavor to it, somewhere between an English and American accent, reminding us that the colonies were still very tied to England and that these families had only been here for a few generations. Possible recurring.
REVEREND TALLMADGE – 55 – 60s, Caucasian. A scholarly Reverend presides over a young man’s funeral. His accent should have a British flavor to it, somewhere between an English and American accent, reminding us that the colonies were still very tied to England and that these families had only been here for a few generations. Possible recurring.
LT. APPLETON – 20s, Caucasian. A Redcoat. His formal education, scientific smarts and confidence come off as arrogant and a bit cocky at times. An authentic British accent is mandatory. Possible recurring.
EZRA CONROY – 20s, Caucasian. Tall and world weary Continental soldier suffering from frostbite. His accent should have a British flavor to it, somewhere between an English and American accent, reminding us that the colonies were still very tied to England and that these families had only been here for a few generations.
MAN IN BACK – Caucasian. A man who voices his opinion as part of an angry mob. His accent should have a British flavor to it, somewhere between an English and American accent, reminding us that the colonies were still very tied to England and that these families had only been here for a few generations. Possible recurring.
BRITISH GUARD – Caucasian. A redcoat who stands guard and tries to keep a mob from forming. Authentic British accent mandatory. Possible recurring.
MAARTEN DEJONG – Mid-late 40s, Caucasian. A zealot of Dutch descent and a leader of the community. He is a well-respected farmer and is not afraid to voice his opinion. His accent should be American with both a British and Dutch component. Possible recurring.
JOSIAH MABBS – Early 40s, Caucasian. The town doctor and veterinarian. His accent should have a British flavor to it, somewhere between an English and American accent, reminding us that the colonies were still very tied to England and that these families had only been here for a few generations. Possible recurring.
