Thursday, August 29, 2013

8/29 CIA HEADQUARTERS


Hello and welcome.  Following you will find the information for what you need to bring with you for your work at the CIA.

You will be working in 2 screen days.  Please bring enough clothing options for us to make 2 days out of what you bring.

*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

Everyone should come dressed in their first, best choice based on the descriptions below and bring your other options for us to look at and make the final decisions.  Please bring all your clothing in with you when you check in.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!!!!!!!  


We are playing Spring in our story.  This means that there should be a mix of long and short sleeves in your options and layering items like light weight sweaters and jackets.  Color palette is more muted and neutral.  Nothing to brightly colored or too bold in pattern.  Please avoid solid bright white for outer layers or tops/shirts that are worn without something over them.   White dress shirts and white blouses that are worn under a jacket or sweater are fine because most of the garment is covered.  Pale colors, cream, tan, light grey are always good options to white.

CIA

CIA TECHS are the most casually dressed at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following in a more neutral palette.  Nothing too light or bright and nothing with a loud pattern.
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual button front shirts/blouses
Long and short sleeve casual pullover shirts/blouses (no tees)
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigans and sweater vests
Light weight jackets/windbreakers
Hoodies and zip front jackets
Don't forget your shoes to go with these options.

CIA JR & SR ANALYSTS are the mid range of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following in a neutral palette.  Nothing too light or bright and nothing with a loud pattern
Sport coats/blazers
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual and dress shirts/blouses
Conservative ties
Polo shirts
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigan style sweaters
Don't forget your shoes and other accessories to go with these options.

Thank you in advance for being with us and for bringing all the great stuff.  We look forward to working with you and we will ...... see you on the set!

Monday, August 26, 2013

8/27 NO TELL MOTEL

Hello everyone.  This is gonna be a fun one!  Not the usual stuffed-shirt Washington, DC look we normally do.  First some housekeeping, then read the descriptions for your categories.


*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

*You may have been chosen to play more than one role.  You will be told this by Extras Casting.  It is imperative that you read the descriptions for each of the roles that you are playing and bring options suitable for all the different roles. 

*Always come dressed in your first, best choice of the look described.  This helps us with time in the mornings.We will be choosing all of your looks in the morning.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!  

*Please bring all of your options for the day with you when you check in in the morning.  You should always bring at least three options of the looks described; one that you are wearing and at least two others.  

*We are shooting Spring.  Your choices should have both and long and short sleeve options.  They should also include light weight layers such as cardigans, light weight windbreakers, etc.
We would prefer the colors of Spring; softer, more muted colors, rather that the bright, bold colors of Summer.


MOTEL
This is one of those sketchy motels that no one wants to be seen going into.  So the wardrobe options should reflect that.  A little street, a little thug, unless you are a CIA TECH OR SWAT guys, of course.

CIA TECHS are the most casually dressed at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual button front shirts/blouses
Long and short sleeve casual pullover shirts/blouses (no tees)
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigans and sweater vests
Light weight jackets/windbreakers
Hoodies and zip front jackets
Don't forget your shoes to go with these options.


SWAT  I have exchanged emails with most of you.  Please bring the things that we discussed and look the list below over to see if there is anything we did not discuss that you can bring. 

ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS SHOULD BE IN MEDIUM TO DARK, SOLID COLORS
LIKE GREY, BLACK, OLIVE GREEN, NAVY
dark wash, basic jeans with no rips or holes
cargo pants
long and short sleeve tees without logos or art work
long and short sleeve button front, casual shirts in solid colors
long sleeve zip front pullovers
light weight jackets
track jackets
vests
dark sneakers or dark ankle boots
These clothes should show your physique and not be too baggy.

A reminder now that some of the SWAT may be repeating and if so, will need to wear the exact same thing if they work again.

ND BG WITH CARS   /   ND PASSERBY   /    JOHN
Should bring several choices of street wear to include things like:
several jean options, some ripped some not, dark was, light wash,etc
Hoodies, track jackets, denim jackets, leather jackets
long and short sleeve casual shirts.  Please be careful with artwork and logos
sneakers, boots, and other shoes to work with your options
Bring any accessories that you think will work with your clothing options.  Jewelry, wallet chains, bandannas, caps ( again, watch the logos ), etc.
Bring as much interesting stuff as you have and then we have great choices.

PROSTITUTE
Should bring any of the typical things that one would think for this.  Have fun with it
tight tees, crop tops, strapless tops, 
leather jackets, little faux fur jackets, denim vests or jackets
mini skirts/fun or interesting hosiery like fishnets or other patterned hose
tight jeans, ripped jeans
high heels, knee (or higher ) boots
lots of big jewelry
Just bring lots of stuff and we'll play with it till we get it just right.

MONROE BODY DOUBLE & MANNY ALVAREZ BODY DOUBLE
Will be given your costumes by the Costume Dept.  Please bring with you a short sleeve white undershirt, a pair of black socks and a pair of solid black sneakers, if you have them.

Thanks in advance for being with us and for bringing all the great stuff!!  We look forward to working with you and we will.......See you on the Set!!
  

Friday, August 23, 2013

8/26 WEST WING ~ CIA HEADQUARTERS ~ BUS STATION


Hello and welcome to all of you!  We are glad that you will be joining us on Monday, 8/26.  It will be a busy day and there are three different scenes to shoot.  There's a lot of information here today.  Please take the time to read everything so that you know what to do for Monday.

*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

*Many of you have been chosen to play more than one role.  You will be told this by Extras Casting.  It is imperative that you read the descriptions for each of the roles that you are playing and bring options suitable for all the different roles. 

*Always come dressed in your first, best choice of the look described.  This helps us with time in the mornings.We will be choosing all of your looks in the morning.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!  

*Please bring all of your options for the day with you when you check in in the morning.  You should always bring at least three options of the looks described; one that you are wearing and at least two others.  

*We are shooting Spring.  Your choices should have both and long and short sleeve options.  They should also include light weight layers such as cardigans, light weight windbreakers, etc.
We would prefer the colors of Spring; softer, more muted colors, rather that the bright, bold colors of Summer.

*We will be shooting Rain or Shine.  So please include an umbrella and light rain jacket should we need one.

*One more thing... please read the notes that I am posting from the Props Department for some of the scenes and bring any of these things that you have.

WEST WING


SECRETARY / FEMALE EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS / FEMALE WHITE HOUSE STAFF
Dark Business suits
Sport coats/blazers
skirts/slacks
Conservative dresses with sleeves
Long and short sleeve dress shirts/blouses
Conservative sweaters/sweater sets/shells to wear with or without a jacket
Conservative ties/scarves/accessories
Shoes that are appropriate for your clothing options

MALE WHITE HOUSE STAFF  should bring several options of the following:
Suits
Sport coats/blazers
khakis/ dress slacks
long sleeve dress shirts
Conservative ties that are not too bold.
dress shoes and belts to work with your options

CIA HEADQUARTERS

CIA JR & SR ANALYSTS are the mid range of dress at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following in a neutral palette.  Nothing too light or bright and nothing with a loud pattern
Sport coats/blazers
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual and dress shirts/blouses
Conservative ties
Polo shirts
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigan style sweaters
Don't forget your shoes and other accessories to go with these options.


CIA TECHS are the most casually dressed at the CIA.  You should bring several options of the following:
Khakis/skirts/slacks
Long and short sleeve casual button front shirts/blouses
Long and short sleeve casual pullover shirts/blouses (no tees)
Pullover light weight sweaters and cardigans and sweater vests
Light weight jackets/windbreakers
Hoodies and zip front jackets
Don't forget your shoes to go with these options.

BUS STATION

So here's the fun one!!  We want this to look like a real bus station, which would have people from all walks of life.  On our show we mostly have to do the conservative Washington, DC look, but here's an opportunity for some character!
Since we won't know what everyone looks like and is bringing until the day, and since you have not been broken up into neat little categories that tell me how to dress you, we are going to do things a bit differently...

BUS PATRONS
Everyone should bring options of who you are.  If you are a flannel shirt and jeans kind of guy, bring lots of that.  If you are a skirts and tee kind of gal bring lots of that.  Don't try to bring "character clothes" of someone that you are not.  Let us add the character by layering, accessories, patterns and color.
Normally we say not too much pattern and not too much color, but this is a time when bold could work to our advantage.  I would also like everyone to include the following items, regardless of what ever else you choose to include:
1 pair of basic blue jeans
1 pair of basic khaki pants
1 grey tee shirt  long or short sleeve
1 neutral colored shirt or blouse
1 lightweight jacket

Don't forget your shoes and accessories that work with your clothing options. And don't forget to read the notes from the Props Dept at the end of the blog.

MILITARY
Will be given a uniform by the Costume Department.  Please bring a pair of black socks with you.

TICKET AGENT / FLOOR INFORMATION / BUS TRANSPORT / BUS DRIVER
Will be given a uniform shirt by the Costume Department.  You should bring with you a pair of black pants, a white short sleeve undershirt, black sneakers or dress shoes.  Female's shoes should be closed heel and toe and not a high heel.  Also bring a black belt.

NOTES FROM THE PROPS DEPARTMENT:  The Props department would like the BUS PATRONS to bring the following things as your traveling props.  These things don't have to be new and can look "well loved."
Backpacks
large purses
Luggage
Pillows
Blankets
MP3 players
Headphones
Cell Phones
Water Bottles

Thanks in advance to everyone for coming and working with us and for bringing all the great stuff that I know you will.  We look forward to seeing you on the set!

Thursday, August 22, 2013

8/23 SAUL'S HOUSE


Hello and welcome.  Pretty easy and basic for tomorrow.  Following find the instructions for what to bring.


We are still playing Spring in our story, so please bring a mix of choices with both long and short sleeves.  The color palette is also one of Spring.  We would prefer to see the more muted colors of Spring and not the bright and vivid colors of Summer.  Neutrals like, tan, grey, burgundy, navy, etc are always good.  Pattern and texture are also great, just nothing too bold or crazy.

Everyone should come dressed in their first, best choice based on the descriptions below and bring your other options for us to look at and make the final decisions.  Please bring all your clothing in with you when you check in.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!!!!!!!  

EVERYONE SHOULD BRING ENOUGH OPTIONS THAT WE CAN PULL A COUPLE TOGETHER IF WE NEED TO.  I JUST HAVE A SNEAKING SUSPICISION...... 

ND BACKGROUND W CARS should wear and bring a mix of casual clothing that would be worn around the house or the neighborhood, to walk the dog for example.  You will need several options as we will want to pull two separate outfits from your things.  You will be in 2 screen days.
polo shirts
casual long and short sleeve button front shirts and blouses
khaki type pants
casual skirts
cardigan sweaters
light weight jackets/windbreakers
casual shoes and belts to work with your clothing choices.
jewelry and other accessories should be simple.
If you have hats or cap without logos please bring them as well

Thank you in advance for being with us tomorrow and bringing all the great stuff.  We will.....
See you on the Set!

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

8/22 GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH ~ DOCTOR'S OFFICE


Hello everyone and welcome.  We are glad that you'll be joining us tomorrow.  Following find the information for what you need to bring with you.

*PLEASE BE ON TIME!!  You first have to check in with the ADs before we can begin to check your wardrobe.  Every moment that you are late is less time we have to make you look fantastic for the camera..... your choice :-)

*Some of you have been chosen to play more than one role.  You will be told this by Extras Casting.  It is imperative that you read the descriptions for each of the roles that you are playing and bring options suitable for all the different roles.

*Always come dressed in your first, best choice of the look described.  This helps us with time in the mornings.We will be choosing all of your looks in the morning.  DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CLOTHES IN THE CAR!  

*Please bring all of your options for the day with you when you check in in the morning.  You should always bring at least three options of the looks described; one that you are wearing and at least two others.

We are playing Spring in our show right now.  This means that you should include options of both long and short sleeves as well as layering pieces light weight sweaters and jackets, hoodies, etc.  The color palette is one of neutrals (grey, black, navy, dark green, burgundy, tan, brown, etc) and softer, muted colors.  No overly bright colors or bold patterns.

INTERIOR / EXTERIOR GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH

ND BACKGROUND & ND BACKGROUND WITH CARS
PASSERBY 
Should wear and bring options of the following:
khakis/ slacks/ skirts
nice non-ripped basic jeans in a medium or light wash
long and short sleeve casual button front shirts and blouses
long and short sleeve casual pullover shirts/tops and tees
cardigan sweaters, light weight jackets, hoodies
hats and caps without logos
appropriate footwear for your clothing options.  Everyone should make sure to include at least one pair of closed heel and toe shoes.  This is a safety thing and we want to be able to put you in something safe, should that need to be the case.
Don't forget your belts, jewelry and other accessories

JANITOR
Will be given clothes by the Costume Dept.  You should bring with you a short sleeve white undershirt, a pair of dark work boots or dark, solid color sneakers, and a dark belt.


DOCTOR'S OFFICE

NURSES
will be given scrub sets by the Costume Department.  We have a specific color palette that we want to use so any personal scrubs will not work.
You should bring with you comfortable shoes like light colored sneakers, Crocks and other medical profession slip on shoes.  
Also please bring layering items that could be worn under your scrub tops.  Long sleeve tees and short sleeve tees.  We ask that these items be light in color.  Grey, pale blue, pale green, tan, cream would all be great. 
Final note:  Please wear light colored under garments as the scrubs that you will be wearing are either white or a light color.  No dark underwear or underwear with a bold graphic, please. 

OFFICE WORKERS 
Should bring several options of the following:
long sleeve dress shirts and blouses
dress slacks / skirts / dresses
khakis
cardigan sweaters / sweater vests / light weight pullover sweaters
ties for the men
simple accessories for the women

Thanks in advance to everyone for coming to work with us.  We look forward to seeing you on the set!!