Table Read Tuesdays
From Table Read Tuesdays
In this session, the cast performs a table read of the pilot episode of *Game of Thrones*, focusing on the introduction of key characters and their backstories. With participants showcasing their excitement for various roles, the reading explores the complexities of characters like Daenerys Targaryen and Rob Stark while providing insights into the show's rich narrative and action descriptions.
Key Takeaways
- Live readings transform fantasy TV into improv theatre, with bonus dragons and audacious accents!
- Game of Thrones pilot: A mandatory crash course in character chaos and medieval melodrama.
- Casting dragons of Alberta and New Jersey unite to breathe life into Westeros wittily.
- Watch out Netflix, YouTube's amateur actors make the Iron Throne more accessible—and hilarious!
- Spoiler alert: Cold reads bring surprising twists and unexpected pronunciations to the realm!
Who is mentioned in this episode?
25 people come up, including Padminisukumarin, Eddard "Ned" Stark, Khal Drogo.
- Padminisukumarin (Person)
- Eddard "Ned" Stark (Person)
- Khal Drogo (Person)
- Catelyn Stark (Person)
- Bran (Person)
- Jackie (Person)
- Viserys Targaryen (Person)
- Daenerys "Dany" Targaryen (Person)
- Jaime Lannister (Person)
- Illyrio Mopatis (Person)
- Jon Arryn (Person)
- Ned (Person)
- Gared (Person)
- Daenerys (Person)
- Maester Luwin (Person)
- Queen Cersei (Person)
- Tommen Baratheon (Person)
- Benjen Stark (Person)
- Grand Maester Pycelle (Person)
- Jaime (Person)
Mentioned in this episode
- Direwolf (Concept)
- Dothraki (Company)
- The Handmaid's Tale (Book)
- Ghost (Product)
- Targaryens (Concept)
- Starks (Concept)
- House Stark (Company)
- Ice (Product)
- House Lannister (Company)
- Hand of the King (Concept)
- Raven (Concept)
- Seven Kingdoms (Location)
- Dragon eggs (Product)
- House of Dragons (Concept)
- Wheel of Time (Book)