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The Telsey Office

Casting Call

Little America.

For a Universal Television Series

From executive producers:

Kumail Nanjiani, Emily V. Gordon, Lee Eisenberg, Sian Heder, Alan Yang, Joshua Bearman, Joshua Davis, Natalie Sandy, Arthur Spector

 

Seeking:

Sri Lankan Girl – Character portrayed is 9 to 16 years old, Sri Lankan, female. Seen as her family moves to the US from Sri Lanka, she is reluctant to leave her home and frustrated by the challenges she faces in a new country. Sinhalese language skills is a plus

Sri Lankan Women from 30s to 60s, Sri Lankan to play members of a loving Sri Lankan family as they move to the US. Sinhalese language skills is a plus.

 

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY

 

We are committed to progressive, equitable casting. For every role, please submit qualified performers without regard to race, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, religion, national and ethnic origin or any other basis prohibited by law.

 

This production films in the US. Please note that travel restrictions due to COVID may be in place.

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