This summer seems to be the summer of new shows--at least for me. And because many of my favorite actors are going to be guest-starring on the new show Dead of Summer, I developed a tremendous interest in the show iteself as well as the main cast of the show. It just so happens that Eli Goree is one of those regular cast members, and I was quite pleased when he set aside some time recently to answer a few questions about his experience as an actor as well as his thoughts about this new Freeform TV series.
IMG-20160614-WA0035RH: What inspired you to become an actor? What kind of training have you received?
EG: I always wanted to be in entertainment since I was very young. I thought that was something I would be good at. While I also would …show more content…
It was my first really big network acting job, and working with that cast of amazingly talented black women was a real proving ground. I learned a lot about being professional and being creative. I'm still friends with the producers and the other actors.
I noticed you also had a recurring role on The 100. That show has a very devoted fan base. What was your experience like with the fans of that show?
The fans of The 100 are amazing. They're so supportive, respectful and committed to the show and to the characters on the show. It's really being a great experience getting to know some of them now through social media.
13502104_10154306914931972_7587132589863235927_nYou are now a part of the cast for Freeform TV's new show Dead of Summer. How did you happen to get involved with this show?
I booked the role of Joel on Dead of Summer during pilot season. It was my first pilot of the year, and when I walked out of the casting office not even a few minutes later, I got a call from my agent, telling me that I was their choice.
How would you describe the show and specifically your character without giving anything away?
The show is a teen horror similar to Jason or Friday the 13th movies but done in a serial episodic format.
What was your experience filming on the set? What was it like working with your …show more content…
All of my co-stars are very talented and unique. It's going to real interesting experience.
If you were trying to convince someone to tune in to Dead of Summer, what might you say to capture their interest?
I would just tell them that it's a great story. The writing team is top-notch. The producers are amazing, and the actors are very talented. And if they like good television, and they're not afraid to get a little bit scared, they should check it
IMG-20160614-WA0035RH: What inspired you to become an actor? What kind of training have you received?
EG: I always wanted to be in entertainment since I was very young. I thought that was something I would be good at. While I also would …show more content…
It was my first really big network acting job, and working with that cast of amazingly talented black women was a real proving ground. I learned a lot about being professional and being creative. I'm still friends with the producers and the other actors.
I noticed you also had a recurring role on The 100. That show has a very devoted fan base. What was your experience like with the fans of that show?
The fans of The 100 are amazing. They're so supportive, respectful and committed to the show and to the characters on the show. It's really being a great experience getting to know some of them now through social media.
13502104_10154306914931972_7587132589863235927_nYou are now a part of the cast for Freeform TV's new show Dead of Summer. How did you happen to get involved with this show?
I booked the role of Joel on Dead of Summer during pilot season. It was my first pilot of the year, and when I walked out of the casting office not even a few minutes later, I got a call from my agent, telling me that I was their choice.
How would you describe the show and specifically your character without giving anything away?
The show is a teen horror similar to Jason or Friday the 13th movies but done in a serial episodic format.
What was your experience filming on the set? What was it like working with your …show more content…
All of my co-stars are very talented and unique. It's going to real interesting experience.
If you were trying to convince someone to tune in to Dead of Summer, what might you say to capture their interest?
I would just tell them that it's a great story. The writing team is top-notch. The producers are amazing, and the actors are very talented. And if they like good television, and they're not afraid to get a little bit scared, they should check it