What is the Delco accent and how does it differ from other Philly-area accents?

The Delco accent is a unique blend of northern and southern influences, with specific vowel sounds and phrases that set it apart from other regional accents in the Philadelphia area. Dialect coach Susanne Sulby explains the distinct characteristics of the Delco dialect and how it was incorporated into the performances of the "Task" cast.

How did dialect coach Susanne Sulby work with the "Task" cast to help them nail the Delco accent?

Sulby provided extensive research, audio samples, and on-set coaching to the "Task" cast, including actors like Tom Pelfrey and Mark Ruffalo, to ensure they authentically captured the nuances of the Delco accent in their performances.

What other productions has Susanne Sulby worked on to help actors master regional accents?

Prior to her work on "Task", Sulby has coached actors like Jacki Weaver and Evan Peters on capturing the Philly-area accent for films like "Silver Linings Playbook" and the TV series "Mare of Easttown".

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Dialect Coach Susanne Sulby Reveals Secrets Behind "Task" Accents

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Dialect coach Susanne Sulby helped actors master the Delco accent for HBO's "Task"
Sulby has coached accents for other productions like "Silver Linings Playbook" and "Mare of Easttown"
Delco accent is a unique blend of northern and southern influences, with specific sounds and phrases

Dialect Coach Susanne Sulby Reveals Secrets Behind "Task" Accents

In the weeks leading up to the October 19th finale of the HBO crime thriller "Task", viewers were treated to the distinct Delaware County, Pennsylvania (Delco) accent that had previously been heard in the network's 2021 hit "Mare of Easttown". Dialect coach Susanne Sulby, a Doylestown, Pennsylvania native, was the driving force behind helping the "Task" cast, including Tom Pelfrey and Mark Ruffalo, master this unique regional dialect.

Sulby, an actor and dialect coach who studied at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, has a keen ear for accents and has previously coached actors like Jacki Weaver and Evan Peters on capturing the Philly-area sound. For "Task", she worked closely with the cast to help them navigate the distinct blend of northern and southern influences that make up the Delco accent, from the specific vowel sounds to the unique local phrases.