Behind the uplifting humor of Apple TV’s hit comedy series “Ted Lasso” — about a London-based soccer team and their optimistic American coach — is a charming ensemble complementing Jason Sudeikis’ star turn as the title character.
British casting director Theo Park is the woman partly responsible for that on-screen alchemy.Sudeikis, one of series co-creators and an executive producer, was the loudest creative voice when it came to building the ensemble, which meant he had final say in every casting decision.
His steadfast vision facilitated Park’s search.
“It was all about how Jason perceived the roles.
All I needed to do was have a quick chat with him about what he wanted and then it was clear,” she told IndieWire from London.Even if Sudeikis had veto power, the concept lent itself to plenty of exploration, especially considering neither Sudeikis nor the other producers knew many British actors.
Park,
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