The Gilded Age Season 4 Casting Call in New York & Rhode Island

HBO’s hit period drama “The Gilded Age” is officially in production for Season 4, and casting directors are now seeking local background actors in Upstate New York and Newport, Rhode Island.

This is a unique opportunity to step into the world of 1880s high society—complete with stunning costumes and grand ballroom scenes—while getting paid as an extra. 🎬

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Production Overview

📍 Filming Locations:
- Troy, Albany, Schenectady (NY)
- New York City
- Newport, Rhode Island
🗓️ Troy Filming Dates: June 8–10, 2026
🎥 Project: The Gilded Age – Season 4
🏢 Casting By: Grant Wilfley Casting (GWCI)

⚠️ Note: This is a local hire only project. No travel or accommodation will be provided.

About the Series

Created by Julian Fellowes (Downton Abbey), The Gilded Age explores the dramatic transformation of America in the late 19th century.

💰 A time of rapid economic growth
⚔️ A clash between old money vs. new money
🏛️ Lavish settings filled with elite society, power, and ambition

The show follows aristocratic families and ambitious industrialists navigating a changing social landscape in New York and beyond.

Casting Details

Grant Wilfley Casting is looking for background actors to portray:

🎩 High-society event guests
🏙️ City pedestrians and street scenes
💃 Ballroom attendees in elite gatherings

Requirements

Applicants must meet the following:

📍 Be local to the NY/Rhode Island filming areas
👗 Be comfortable wearing period costumes (1880s style)
✂️ Willing to have haircuts or facial hair adjustments
🧵 No allergies to wool (costumes may include wool fabrics)

Appearance Guidelines

❌ No visible tattoos or piercings
💅 No acrylic nails, gel polish, or extensions
✨ Natural, period-appropriate look required

Pay Rates (Based on Casting Notice)

💵 SAG-AFTRA:
- $224 / 8 hours (shoot day)
- $56 / 2 hours (fitting)
💵 Non-Union:
- $187 / 10 hours (shoot day)
- $46.75 / 2.5 hours (fitting)

How to Apply

Interested applicants can register and submit via:

🔗 www.gwci.app/talent

What You’ll Need to Submit

Prepare the following information:

📛 Name
📞 Phone number
🎭 SAG-AFTRA status (or non-union)
📏 Height & weight
👗 Clothing & shoe sizes

Additional Measurements

👔 Men: Neck, sleeve, waist, inseam
👗 Women: Bust, waist, hips
📸 Current photos (close-up & full body)

Why This Casting is Worth It

🎬 Work on a major HBO series
👗 Experience wearing authentic 1880s costumes
💰 Get paid while gaining on-set experience
🌟 Be part of a visually stunning, high-profile production

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