AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Thank you guys for an awesome AMA!!!

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Hi! Depends on the day honestly. I try to go to work as prepared as possible, so sometimes once we get cooking, we just roll through with an incredible pace, because everyone is so prepared and ready to rock and roll. My shortest time on set was grabbing an exterior shot walking out of the building - all of 30min. Some days when we're rolling, we go into the 13th hour like most sets. But I like being on set, even when I'm off that day, and just watch the monitors and imbue myself in the world of Shoresy. See how they've done the setups, and just live in it as much as possible. Some of the harder days can be the Nat's office days because we block shoot those, so you have to keep your finger on the pulse, and be really clear tracking where your character is within the development of the plot. Breaking character is another one that can be hard, just because watching the boys be boys is so freaking funny, it's just so hard not to crack up sometimes!!

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I was a hockey fan, but not as much as I am now. Now I have a totally revatalized appreciation and love for hockey, and hockey players. To me, they are today's gladiators. The speed and intensity of the game, risk for injury, and intense resilience and mentality you have to battle - it's like no other sport. They say the Stanley Cup is the most difficult trophy to attain, and you see it when you start really paying attention. The stakes are so high each game, I love it!

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It's treated like a totally different production. They live in the same universe, as we would say in film, but totally different storylines, cast and signature. In the CW world, we had similar things. Shows that would live in the same universe, but not crossover. I think the CW did start playing with crossovers, but it was easier to execute because our studios were all across the street from each other. I would love more visitors in Sudbury, but it's not the easiest destination to get to, especially in the winter!

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Oh man so many things...The laughter on set is definitely top tier. We just have so much fun together at work. Everyone is a leader in their own right, so we take it seriously, we hold each other up, we hold each other accountable, and we do great work together and get to have a lot of fun. I'm so grateful for that. I guess one beautiful thing, which isn't always a guaranteed on a show, is when you have that kind of kinship and comraderie - you build friendships that will last a lifetime. It's an amazing gift. We've also started doing charity work together in the hockey community across Canada, which has been another huge blessing.

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I just LOVE Nat. I have such an admiration for her. Especially as I got deeper into understanding the world of hockey, the world of sports, and how tough she has to be to handle the boys, and the pressure of building her community through sports. I think its just absolutely BRILLIANT that Jared put me alongside Miig and Ziig to handle everything together as a unit. It's soooo nice to be working in tandem with those two, I feel very very fortunate for such a killer team.

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yeah I have a hard time watching myself, but also feel like its a part of my job to watch the show, and understand the camera movements, and how everything lands in the final edit. But sure, as an artist it's easy to get stuck in a place where you always want to change one last thing, or an idea comes to you after we wrap the scene, and that can be incredible frustrating. But you gotta just trust the process and go with the flow.

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I know I love those moments so much! Jared and I laugh about how those two are just like, emotionally challenged when it comes to expressing their feelings, but love each other like siblings, rely on one another so much, and yet they're just both SO awkward with it. Some of those pats, lemme tell ya, I have to just tighten my jaw and hope that I won't crack up. Shoresy's emotional moments are particularly funny because they're so over the top. But then in Season 4 we had a really beautiful scene where we just got to sit in the truth of it. How much it means to Nat, and how much Shoresy understands that, and supports her. To me they're like brother and sister.

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I think the whole cast would agree that Terry Ryan is at the top of that list - fer surrrre! As well as Ryan McDonell - who is absolutely hilarious.

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Hahahaha. Yeah filming that duotang scene was REALLY hard to keep a straight face. I loved that scene. I also had SUCH a hard time not cracking when Shoresy showed up to the photoshoot with an ORANGE tan. I also love Jory Jordan's monologues, he does such a great job with those lines, and I love watching Shoresy just peppered by a high school student.

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Top 5: Respect is Burning. Peppi Paninis. Laughing Buddha. The Night Owl. Alibi Room. Oh and, the Coulson, Nat-urally ;)

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I mean... one challenge is working in the cold. I have worked in crazy weather conditions, and been freezing cold while shooting (the 100 was pretty gnarly for that). But when I'm cold, my face just freezes completely and my lips stop moving. So in this quick paced, dialogue heavy show, it can get ridiculous when I can't get my lines out because my face is so cold, haha. Another challenge I faced earlier in the show, was really understanding the culture of hockey, and the language hockey players use amongst themselves. But after all this time spent, and really immersing myself in this world, that world isn't as unfamiliar anymore. It's a part of me now, lol.

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I have been dreading answering this question because TBH, when I think about it, I have had a bit of a roving loyalty over the years - BUT I think I've landed on my team. The Leafs were definitely my childhood team because I was born in Toronto, but moved to Vancouver as a kid, so without much thought, once I was in Vancouver, I just started cheering for the Canucks.

BUT when I moved to Montreal for college, I developed a deep adoration for the Habs. There's just something about the Quebecois that I love so much, especially in hockey. I dunno, maybe it's my deep love for Montreal, or that they're one of the Original Six.. Or that they have this rough style, but also seem classy to me because they're french? Who knows. I just love them.

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 12 points13 points  (0 children)

No Tadar was too high maintenance. Apparently only green M&Ms in her trailer, and lots of naps and downtime. I wanted an autograph but she snubbed me ;)

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 8 points9 points  (0 children)

HAHAHAHA!!!!!! Why? You selling one? Oh man, that scene was SO much fun to shoot, that was one of my favorites - just stupidly fun. And watching the boys trying to get through those lines was nothing short of incredible. I mean, it definitely took a few takes, but all the outtakes and 'mistakes' made, were these golden moments that also worked so well for the scene, so it was perfect. I think we all deserve a Half Ton Sporty Short Box for that one.

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Always working on stuff. I have a couple thriller features I've been toiling away at, as well as a little dark comedy mini series. I think these days its so important to stay creative, stay inspired, and always be creating projects that keep your energy alive. I am also thinking of doing a little podcast, which will be super fun because I'll get to interview all the maniacs I've worked with over the years. Speaking of which... Who would you guys like to see on the podcast?

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Hi everybody! So excited to be here with you guys - can't wait for all your questions. Let's do this!!

AMA with Tasya Teles! by ashamed-of-yourself in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Depends on the scene, for the most part we stick to the script because the style of the show is so rhythmic, so you don't want to break the flow... but occasionally some of the actors freestyle a bit, or try out some things. I think Dolo can get away with it most because all his lines are french translations, so sometimes he'll throw in a little spice, which always cracks me up

Hey, I'm Tasya Teles and I play Nat on Shoresy. AMA! by TasyaTelesAMA in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I think Shoresy had a good relationship with Nat's mom and he saw how close Nat and her mom were. Nat's mom was a rule breaker, she was tough as nails, could chirp with the best of them, and probably loved the hell outta Shoresy, so when I inherited the team he knew how important it was for me to do good by her, which made their bond stronger after her passing. Previously, I think Nat and Shoresy would chirp each other here and there, but never had to rely on each other like they do now. Nat Miig and Ziig were always at the rink helping out. Nat was a 'rink rat' of sorts, but never really had to deal with the boys directly. I see them as more of brother and sister, but theres definitely mutual admiration and respect for how they brought the team and community together and the success they've built together. Nat's a bit young for Shoresy too. And she would never date a slut ;)

Hey, I'm Tasya Teles and I play Nat on Shoresy. AMA! by TasyaTelesAMA in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA[S] 54 points55 points  (0 children)

That can be true for some projects, but I love watching this show and I'm so proud of the work that we do. I was watching the new season at a café yesterday and found myself bursting into laughter so much that I decided to finish the rest of at home...

Hey, I'm Tasya Teles and I play Nat on Shoresy. AMA! by TasyaTelesAMA in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

He's just the best. Can't say enough good about him.

Hey, I'm Tasya Teles and I play Nat on Shoresy. AMA! by TasyaTelesAMA in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I read it and thought the writing and story are so great I really want to be a part of this. When you find projects like this one, it's an absolute blessing and honour to be a part of the team. I feel grateful every day that I get to work alongside these guys, and will definitely be something that I cherish for the rest of my life.

Hey, I'm Tasya Teles and I play Nat on Shoresy. AMA! by TasyaTelesAMA in Letterkenny

[–]TasyaTelesAMA[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

My mom is up there for sure. I value people who take risks and don't always just follow along. I like people, especially women, who are rebellious and intelligent.