Ep 1 Casting / Welcome to the Brass Eagle (PODCAST)
Shayla Tharp for Amara's Mom
MAJOR ROLE
The mother of Amara and Lily, she is a woman in her middle age who has raised two daughters alone.
Although it saddens her to see her eldest daughter leave, she supports Amara's ambitions even if she doesn't fully understand them. While Amara is out making a name for herself, she and Lily continue to live their quiet lives in their hometown until her world is shattered by an all-consuming grief.
The role of Amara's mom is open to any actor regardless of identity or background, but an English (British RP) accent is preferred for this role.
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Each episode will be rehearsed during a live remote table read with the other actors, director, and producer in order to provide notes and feedback. A secondary recording session will then be scheduled so the actors can interact and record their final takes. If necessary, pickups will be requested outside of the scheduled calls.
The goal will be to have as many actors as possible present for the reads to make the acting feel natural and believable, but scheduling will be flexible to accommodate each actor's availability.
(placating) Amara, of course I’m happy for you. We’re happy for you. Right, Lily?
(as if reading a letter) P.S. Amara–I want you to know that despite my worries, I’m proud of you. Take care of yourself, my love, and know that your family supports and misses you. –Mom.)
AMARA: I miss her so much, Mom. I don’t know if I can keep going. // MOM: I said the same. And here I am. She…would have wanted us to find the light in this darkness. One day at a time. Ok?
