Thursday, January 25, 2007

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

DISNEY CRUISE LINE FOR DANCERS, VOCALISTS, NEW YORK

Feb 5. Open dancer audition 10AM. Open musical theater vocalist audition 1PM. Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave Suite 16, New York, NY. Disney Cruise Line is seeking talented and versatile musical theater performers for mainstage productions on their luxury cruise ships in the Caribbean and Bahamas. Dancer audition: Male ensemble dancers who can sing on key. Females to portray classic Disney Character Look-a-like, must move very well. Vocalist audition: Need male & female musical theatre principle vocalist, must move well and have acting ability. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Rehearsals are held in Toronto. Contracts are approximately 7-9 months and include competitive pay, room and board, and no cruise staff duties. For more information including audition requirements, visit www.DisneyAuditions.com.

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ITS JUST A READING SERIES, NEW YORK

TimeSpace Theatre Company (Paul Casali, Artistic Producer) is accepting submissions from all types and ages for a reading series of new and published plays for possible future production. Readings will be both private and public. Readings will occur once or twice per month. Actors who submit are encouraged to suggest plays they would like the company to read. Plays can be from any genre or period. Participating actors may be invited to be company members. Actors who submit may be interviewed and/or auditioned. No pay. Union/ Non-Union. Please send headshots, resumes, and suggested play titles, authors, and a brief description to readings@timespacetc.com. If you cannot email materials, please send mail requesting mailing address.

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AUDITIONS FOR "FOREVER PLAID" BY APPPOINTMENT

Wed, Jan 31. 4-7PM. Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 Eighth Ave., NYC. Auditions are being held for "Forever Plaid" by Appointment. The producer will run all aspects of this call. Equity Principal Audition procedures are not in effect, and no Equity Monitor will be provided. $426/week minimum. Producer: Susan D. Atkinson. Director: Edward Keith Baker. Author: Stuart Ross. 1st rehearsal: Mar 27. Runs: Apr 19 – May 13. For an appointment, please call Spencer at (215) 785 - 6664, Mon – Fri, 9AM - 5PM. Please prepare 16 bars of a song in the style of the show. Bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Please also be prepared to read from sides. Sides may be picked up in advance at the Theatre. An e-mailed copy may also be requested when appointment is made. Please bring a picture and resume, stapled together and sheet music. Callbacks are planned for Thurs, Feb 1, 2007. Musical revue centers on four young male singers, killed in a car crash in the 1950’s on the way to their first big concert. The singers are now miraculously revived for the posthumous chance to fulfill their dreams and perform the show that never was. Singing in the closest of harmony, the boys perform songs such as "Catch a Falling Star," "Chain Gang," "Rags to Riches," "Love is a Many Splendored Thing," "Three Coins in the Fountain," and "Lady of Spain." Seeking: All roles are men in their 20s. Francis: Lyric baritone/second tenor. Leader of the group. Confident, humble. Sparky: Baritone. The group clown, a real jokester with a big heart. Jinx: High tenor. The shy member of the group; terrified of performing. Has it in him to be more than he appears. Smudge: Bass. The worrier of the group. Easily confused. A "diamond in the rough."

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BUSCH GARDENS PERFORMERS WITH VARIOUS TALENTS, TAMPA

Busch Gardens, Tampa, Florida. Now hiring performers of many talents for a variety of live show productions. Excellent benefits! No appointment necessary. Outgoing personalities and comic acting abilities are always a plus. Bring prepared audition and a current non-returnable resume and headshot. Seeking: Male and female dancers and singers proficient in all types of musical theatre styles, dancers with knowledge of West African dance styles, specialty performers such as jugglers, stilt walkers and magicians. Also seeking technicians and stage managers. Visit our website for helpful audition tips, photos and pay rates. www.buschgardenstalent.com. Call us at 813-987-5164.

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"FAMILY MEETING", NYU STUDENT FILM, NEW YORK

Casting for the NYU short "Family Meeting," a dark comedy about 5 people working in a fast food chain. When one person tries to unionize the store, corporate sends a suit to have a meeting with the employees to make them learn that the employees of this company are like a family and must operate that way if they don't want to be terminated. Email kae_cool@yahoo.com. Shooting Mar 21 - Apr 4, 2007. Seeking: OSCAR (31-40 Male) Can play quiet and strong, sense of humor, wry - Oscar is more abused than anyone at the store and he's fighting back by secretly spreading union pamphlets. Stays quiet, if not pretending to be non-English speaking, but considering his role in unionizing the store as a proud calling. RUDDY (18-24 Male) A young kid, strong-headed, loyal to the company - hard and demanding on his subordinates, child-like and loyal to his superiors. Rudy wants to impress the store and get promoted before he's 21 - but someone in his 'troop' is trying to unionize, and he is breaking down in a desperate search to find the mole. EDISON (31-40 Male) A wall: tough, cold, calculated. Edison has been sent by the company to torture and terminate the unsuspecting employees of a fast food company who are trying to unionize. He is a cold-blooded, corporate assassin - absolutely loyal to the company and its rhetoric. MICHAELA (18-24 Female) Is used and abused by the company she works for, and she's getting sick and tired of it. She is the unspoken manager of the store - she cares for the workers, she assembles the food, she could run the store by herself. Very strong, very passionate. FELIX (18-24 Male) Tired, a little juvenile, a little sad, but a loveable, self-deprecating kind of sad - Felix does not like his job and will do anything to get home, even if he has to get fired. He doesn't want to work at a fast-food restaurant, but his parents force him to. STACY (18-24 Female) Strong; chubby, yet fast - really fast - sweating bullets, soldier-in-a-warzone, Stacy has to deal with the customers: juggling nitpicky orders, nasty complaints, and a cashier register that simply doesn't work.

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CASTING "KANSAS CITY", SHORT FILM, LOS ANGELES

Location: Los Angeles, CA. Company: The Two Bit Empire. Casting for the short film "Kansas City." John and Katie are engaged and have moved in together. However, one day she gets a call from her first, strongest, and most devilish love and then stands at the crossroads of the her past and her future. Submission Info: Submit headshots and resumes to kansascityfilm@gmail.com. Audition dates TBD. Deferred pay under SAG short film letter. Copy and credit provided. No Nudity. Production Medium: Hi-Definition Video. Please submit by Jan. 26. Seeking: Katie (23-27) Female- Capable, confident, beautiful, funny, a combination of the girl next door and the girl of every man's dreams. She can bring home the bacon AND fry it up in the pan! John (23-27) Male- Katie's fiance, a smallish, sorta scrawny art guy working as a roofer (!) he's dryly funny, low-key and solid as a rock. Toby (25-32) Male-Katie's ex-boyfriend. Four words-Lock. Up. Your. Daughters. And the lead singer for a rock band. Ouch! He's lanky and hot, but also a little dirty looking.

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"I HAVE A WISH" SHORT STUDENT FILM, NEW YORK

Foro Films is casting for "I Have a Wish," a Non-Union short film. Shooting begins February 2007. Director: Rodrigo Fonseca. Thesis Film. Short narrative. Drama. A story about the loss of innocence. Two sisters are separated 10 years ago, one comes to the United States with her parents and the other is left behind in Ecuador. The bond that unites them is never broken despite the difference between them, and the circumstances surrounding their separation. Apply to: Rodrigo Fonseca, at nycecua7@aol.com. Seeking: Female / 15-17 yrs. / Hispanic. Quiet, smart and sweet. Recently withdrawn. Nostalgic. Bilingual. 2. Female / 18-24 yrs. / Hispanic. Outgoing, fun, optimistic. Spanish Speaking. 3. Female / 31-40 yrs. / Hispanic. 38 years old. Traditional, strong willed. Hard worker. Good mother. Spanish Speaking. Some English. 4. Male / 41-50 yrs. / Hispanic. Hard working. Disciplined. Perfectionist. Good head of household. Spanish Speaking. Some English. 5. Female / 6-10 yrs. / Hispanic. 7 years old. Free spirited. Loves her older sister. Upset when are separated. 6. Female / 6-10 yrs. / Hispanic. 9 years old. Protective of her younger sister.

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ADMINISTRATIVE STAGE AND FILM INTERNSHIPS, NEW YORK

New York Stage and Film, a not-for-profit AEA company which produces its summer season of new plays at the Powerhouse Theater at Vassar College, is accepting applications for internships in the following departments: Producing, Administration, Company Management, New Play Development & Marketing. Housing will be provided. June through early August. Website: www.newyorkstageandfilm.org. Send cover letter, resume and list of references to: Charlie Whitehead, General Manager, NEW YORK STAGE AND FILM, 315 West 36th Street, Suite 1006, NY, NY 10018, fax: (212) 736-4241, email: info@newyorkstageandfilm.org. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

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CASTING FOR "HAMLET ", NEW JERSEY - NEW YORK

Arts4All Theatre Group is casting non-union actors for a summer production of Hamlet, with shows in New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. Some pay possible. Please email headshots and resumes to: Jane Prendergast, Artistic Director. Arts4All Theatre Group, 260 Sunset Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631 or email to: LadyXoc2@hotmail.com.

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ROLES STILL OPEN FOR BENEFIT PERFORMANCE, NEW JERSEY

Looking for African American, Asian, Middle Eastern, South East Asian, and West Indian Women descent. "THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES " as part of V-Day, a benefit performance to raise money and awareness to stop violence against women and girls Written by Eve Ensler The play will be directed by Lillian Lips Ribeiro. For more information visit: http:// www.gaiastudio.org. Performance Dates & Times: One Weekend Only in April. Location: Union City, NJ at The Park Theatre's 32nd Street Playhouse Performance in late February/ early March. EQUITY or NON-EQUITY. No Pay. Benefit Performance. If Equity will need waiver. Casting will be based on several factors. Acting Experience a plus, but not necessary. Please send pictures and resumes to: performing@gaiastudio.org. Or snail mail to: Attn: Lillian Ribeiro _gaia, 66 Willow Ave, 3rd Floor, Hoboken, NJ 07032. NOTE: Auditions by appointment ONLY. Please submit the role you are submitting for on the envelope or email.

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE AUDITION FOR DANCER WHO CAN SING, NEW YORK

Feb 5. Open dancer audition 10AM. Open musical theater vocalist audition 1PM. Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave Suite 16, New York, NY. Disney Cruise Line is seeking talented and versatile musical theater performers for mainstage productions on their luxury cruise ships in the Caribbean and Bahamas. Dancer audition: Male ensemble dancers who can sing on key. Females to portray classic Disney Character Look-a-like, must move very well. Vocalist audition: Need male & female musical theatre principle vocalist, must move well and have acting ability. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Rehearsals are held in Toronto. Contracts are approximately 7-9 months and include competitive pay, room and board, and no cruise staff duties. For more information including audition requirements, visit www.DisneyAuditions.com.

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SEEK MALE ACTORS FOR SHORT HORROR FILM, NEW YORK

Sat., Jan 27 and Feb 3. 10AM-3PM. St. John's University. Conference Services, 101 Murray St. (Corroon Lecture Hall Room 118.) OPEN Auditions for Short Horror Film. Seeking FOUR Male actors 18-24.

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CASTING FOR AFTRA FX NETWORK PILOT, NEW YORK

Sylvia Fay/Lee Genick & Associates Casting are looking for actors who are AFTRA members in good standing for an FX Network pilot shooting in NYC during February 2007All ages and ethnicities are welcome. Please send recent headshot and resume to: Sylvia Fay/Lee Genick Casting 71 Park Avenue, NYC, NY 10016, Attn: AFTRA - contact@sylviafaycasting.com. No phone calls or office visits please.

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CASTING FOR PILOT FOR VH1 AND BET NETWORKS, NEW YORK

Pilot - 1 Hour for VH1 and BET Networks. UNION - AFTRA. N.Y. Casting: Jeff Mitchell & Jennifer Rudolph. Start Date: Late Feb, 2007. Location: New York, NY. If you feel you fit one of the below descriptions, you are welcome to submit yourself for the project. We will be auditioning SAG & non- SAG, AFTRA & non-AFTRA actors for this project. All submissions MUST contain e-mail addresses because appointments will be given via e-mail. Please follow these directions carefully. 1. Place a post-it-note with the name of the project and character you are submitting for on the front of your picture and then slip it into a mailing envelope. 2. Make sure your email address is on your resume. All appointments will be given out via email. We will not be able to call you in if we do not have your email address. 3. Mail your picture/resume so that it is received no later than Fri, Jan 26. Use First Class US Post Office only. Do not send overnight packages or anything that requires a signature. Do not drop your picture off at our office. We will only consider submissions that come through the US mail. The address is: ATTN: WIFEY’S (the name of the role you are submitting yourselves for), Mitchell/Rudolph Casting, 70 West 36th Street, Suite 1006, New York, NY 1018. When her millionaire rap producer husband Ray dies suddenly, Freddie Million must cope with the revelation that Ray was leading a double life. However, that doesn't deter her from taking over Ray's failing entertainment company, which she is determined to save from ruin if it's the last thing she does. Seeking: Goldie: Age late 20's mid 30's, Caucasian. She's a beautiful, glamorous woman with a perfect face and body, enhanced by constant surgery. Freddie and Eva's close friend. She's a huge star in the pop music world, despite the fact that she hasn't had a hit in years. Married to legendary music producer, Milo Avner. Goldie is desperate to hang onto her youth and fame, and can be a real emotionally needy diva, especially where her long-suffering husband is concerned. Series regular (11). Parnell: Ray's chauffeur, African American. He's a 34-year- old ex-con who dresses in the height of style, but is obviously from the streets. Handsome, edgy. After Ray's death, Parnell proves a bastion of support to Freddie. He knows which skeletons are rattling in Ray's closet, and he offers to stay on in Freddie's employ as much-needed protection. Series regular (4). Ray Million: Freddie's husband of 17 years. He's a handsome, 39-year-old African American man, a former drug dealer who has gone on to become the preeminent rap and hip-hop producer in the country. Ray adores Freddie, and claims that he would have ended up in prison if it weren't for her love and support. When Ray dies suddenly, apparently of natural causes, he leaves behind an uncertain legacy -- and the unpleasant revelation that he was leading a double life all along. 12 speeches & 8 lines, 2 scenes (1) (Guest star; please submit recognizable names.) Dana Million: Age 15. She's Ray and Freddie's daughter, a rail-thin, model-beautiful African American girl who was raised in the lap of luxury, and has a massive attitude to match her means. Dana was keenly aware of her father's infidelity, and holds her mother in contempt for allowing him to treat her so badly. After her father's death, Dana finally confronts Freddie with her feelings in an ugly exchange that may permanently estrange them. 6 speeches & 8 lines, 3 scenes (3) Recurring; please also submit older to play younger. Wiz: Age 19. Ludacris's protege, already a huge rap star in his own right. After Ray's death, he meets with Peter to discuss his future with the label. 2 lines, 1 scene (22) (Submit recognizable names.) Jevin "Huss" Jones: Eva's husband, age 35. Legendary African American rap and hip-hop star who has fallen out of favor with the public. Out of cash and desperate for a hit, Huss is floored when his old pal, Ray, fires him from his label. Huff keeps his firing a secret from Eva for a time -- but then, she's not telling him that she's been having multiple affairs behind his back, either. Recurring role. (9) Kadeem "Candy" Kane: Age 42, this intense African American prison inmate has "cannon-size arms" and a deadly attitude. Once Ray's close friend, Candy has a bitter grudge against Ray, whom he claims owes him millions. Now, Candy's about to collect on the debt -- anyway he can. Recurring role. (19) Milo Avner: Goldie's husband, age 62. A refined, legendary music promoter in a Gatsby-inspired suit. Often hard-pressed to cope with his diva spouse, Milo knows the music business in and out. After Ray's death, he encourages Freddie to take over Ray's company, Jersey Entertainment, before it goes belly up. Recurring role. (25) Jessica Weintraub: Age 21, this attractive Jewish girl has just dropped out of college, to the consternation of her entire family. A long-time hip-hop buff, Jessica's intent upon getting a job in the industry, and has been haunting Ray's company, Jersey Entertainment, hoping for a big break. She's met with nothing but rejection so far, but when she encounters Freddie by chance in an elevator, she may have found the break she's been looking for. Recurring role. (8) Peter Cohen: Age 38. A handsome, ambitious, trendily-attired executive, the second in command at Jersey Entertainment, after Ray. A real "snake" who is maneuvering behind the scenes to sell out the company, Peter is outraged when Freddie takes over as CEO and promptly dismisses him...5 speeches & 6 lines, 3 scenes (9). Recurring. Sheila: A receptionist at Jersey Entertainment, she's a Brooklyn-bred woman in her mid-20s with serious attitude. Two-faced, lazy and downright rude, Sheila gets a surprise when Freddie takes over the company and fires her - - and it couldn't happen to a nicer person. 5 speeches & 8 lines, 4 scenes (8). Featured. Dora Jackson: A sassy, opinionated African American woman in her 50s, Dora is Freddie's cook and the general manager of her household staff. She adores Freddie, and the feeling is mutual. When Freddie is suddenly widowed, Dora does all she can to lighten Freddie's load. Dora is horrified when the family pet is killed, and she rages at the police for not doing more to track the culprit. Featured (13). Aubrey: Jacqueline's 9-year-old son, this African American boy is an extremely well-spoken and scholarly youth who prefers Salinger to Grand Theft Auto. Probably Harvard-bound, the precociously mature Aubrey takes a great interest in the goings-on at the Millions mansion across the way. Featured. (15) Rodney: Age 19, this colorful messenger is a regular courier for Jacqueline. He brings Jacqueline a package -- and the latest gossip. 1 speech & 7 lines, 1 scene (28). Kabir: Age 28, he's a nerdy, bespectacled lab technician who runs some tests for Freddie, then phones her with the shocking results...3 speeches & 6 lines, 2 scenes (36) Gordon Edwards: Ray and Freddie's long- time family attorney, he's a sleek and successful man in his 30s who meets with Freddie to discuss Ray's will. He has some unpleasant news for Freddie about Ray's estate. 7 speeches & 6 lines, 1 scene (37) Kadijah: African American - A bitchy young woman of 25, she's Ray's assistant at Jersey Entertainment. When Freddie takes over the company, Kadijah is one of the first to get the axe. 1 speech & 3 lines, 3 scenes (9) Salesman: This luxury car salesman negotiates with Freddie about a top-of-the-line vehicle. 2 speeches & 2 lines, 1 scene (7) Butta: A young thug, age 25, he's reluctant to carry out Candy's cruel order to kill the Million family dog - but Candy warns him to obey, or else. 3 lines, 1 scene (19) Dr. Jerry Gutnap: Age 53. This plastic surgeon tries to talk Goldie out of undergoing any more unnecessary procedures - but she's adamant. 1 speech & 2 lines, 1 scene (35) Cop #1: This cop takes a report after the Million family dog is killed. 2 speeches & 1 line, 1 scene (42). Staff members: These Jersey staffers greet Ray as he walks through the office. Ad libbed lines, 1 scene (9). Liona Roman: Age 34. This good- looking man in an expensive suit is a top sports agent who catches Eva's eye while he's buying a Ferrari Enzo. Later, he's seen having wild sex with Eva in the car. 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NYU SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

David Bellarosa is casting for "Steven," an NYU short film about a lonely pastry chef. All inquires and headshots should be sent to lonelygiant.casting@gmail.com. Seeking: Steven: 22-30, medium build to heavy-set. A pastry chef who lives alone. Young Steven: 11-14, medium build to heavy-set, gets beaten up on by his older brother.

Saturday, January 13, 2007

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

PRESENTATION SPECIALISTS NEEDED FOR "LIVE EUROCLEAN!" EVENT, WASHINGTON, DC

Non-Union. Director: Alexandra Berardi. We are currently casting actors for our Live in-store performances; acting and/or sales experience a plus. Must be willing to travel anywhere in the Greater Washington D.C. area and possibly other locations all over the world. This is an amazing opportunity for the right people! Paid training with the opportunity to make $750-$1500 per week. Theatrical and/or sales experience preferred. Vehicle a must! If you stand out with exceptional sales, you will be chosen for guest spots on QVC and The Shopping Channel. We just finished filming a new infomercial and cast from the best of our group of actors. We currently have an outstanding group of actors working in North America year round. Our team includes: an actor who just finished a film with Morgan Freeman (which also features our products) , an international reality television star, a music video director who has worked with Ice Cube, 50 Cent, and Olivia, an actor who starred in a movie with Jason Priestly, a stand up comedian, a musician, a producer, etc… This is not an acting job, but a great job for actors. We look at it like working in a Tide commercial. Are you selling Tide? Yes, but are you a salesman? No. The benefit is that this is not a one-day or even a one-week job, but something you can use as a vehicle to help and support you throughout your entire career. We offer amazing flexibility with scheduling (minimum of 30 hours req. /week) . Training is fully paid and very supportive. Just like an acting job, everything is scripted, rehearsed, directed, and performed in front of a live audience. Apply to: Alexandra Berardi at: email: aberardi@usjesco.com.

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CORPORATE VIDEO FOR SPRING BEDDING PROMO, NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY

Non-Union. Director: TBD. A promotional video/commercial for our newest line of bedding. Actors will display and describe, sheets, duvet covers, etc. Seeking one male and female, 18-24 years of age as a young couple. One female 25-30 years old as a young mother. Any Ethnicity. Three days of work beginning February 7. Apply to: Andrew L. Weakland at email: recruitment@altitudeinnovation.com. Ends February 4.

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LOCAL EXPERTS TO ACT AS HOSTS FOR SHORT FILM, WORLDWIDE

Non-Union. Director: various. Local experts wanted to host two minute travel films (everywhere): Do you know of places only locals eat? Do you know the best tips and tricks for enjoying your city? Share your knowledge and passion about where you live at NYCfilms.org, a website which promotes high-quality short films and filmmakers from around the world. NYCfilms.org is looking to hire local experts to host short (two minute) films that bring a destination to life. Previous film or TV experience is not required. To learn more and view sample films, visit http://www.NYCfilms.org/jobs.jsp. If interested, please send your resume and a concept for a film you would like to make to jobs@nycfilms.org. Please also include a photo and a clip of you on film, if available. Email: jobs@nycfilms.org. Web: http://www.NYCfilms.org/jobs.jsp. Ends February 8.

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DISNEY'S "ALADDIN" MUSICAL, OPEN CALL, NEW YORK

Tues, Jan 30. 10 AM. Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 8th Avenue, 16th Floor. The Hyperion Theatre at Disney’s California Adventure, Anaheim, CA. AGVA Contract (Chorus base rate begins at $811.60/week; Featured/Principal base rate begins at $902.00/ week – principal rates negotiable); 7 month contract. Relocation from NYC and full medical/dental benefits provided. Original Direction: Francesca Zambello. 1st Rehearsal: Mar 25. 1st Performance: Apr 29. Contract End Date: Nov 3, 07. Disney Entertainment Productions is holding OPEN auditions for singers, dancers and actors to perform in our Broadway- caliber, theatrical production of Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular. This show is performed in the state-of-the-art, indoor, 2000-seat Hyperion Theatre at Disney’s California Adventure. We are seeking performers with a strong ethnic look. Must be at least 18 years of age to audition. Please prepare 16 bars of a contemporary musical theatre selection showing vocal versatility and range. You may sing from the show. Bring sheet music in your key; an accompanist will be provided. Be prepared for a possible movement evaluation. Bring a current picture and resume, stapled together. Equity audition procedures are NOT in effect for this call. The producer runs all aspects of the audition. Seeking: Aladdin: 18 - 22, 5’7"-5’11", Baritone/Tenor with a youthful sound, great charisma, good physique. Good looking guy filled with teenage charm and appeal, clever, survives on the streets of Agrabah. Jasmine: 18 - 22, 5’2"-5’6", Soprano with strong mix, classic Disney princess sound. Beautiful, exotic, independent and feisty princess. Desperately longs to experience life beyond the castle walls. Genie: 26 - 40s. Must carry a tune. Great celebrity impressionist, quickly transforms from character to character. Charismatic and full of energy. Genuinely pained by his lack of freedom. Especially seeking actors with extensive improv and/or standup comedy background. Jafar: 35 - 55, 6’0"+. Bass/Baritone, deep rich voice, great classical actor. Commanding, menacing presence. The ultimate Disney villain. Lusts for power. Desires Jasmine. Classical training, opera, and/or operetta background a plus. For additional casting information, please visit us at www.disneyauditions.com and click on "Disneyland". Entertainers for this show are covered under the terms and conditions of a collective bargaining agreement with the American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA). If you are not a current member of AGVA, you will be required to join the union. If unable to attend this call, please send picture/ resume with cover letter to: Dave Clemmons Casting Attn: Aladdin 265 West 30th St. New York, NY 10001.

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AUDITIONS FOR "WORKING TOWN" BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, NEW YORK

Jan. 12-13, 1PM-5PM. Location TBD: Midtown NYC studio. Casting for stage production: 'Working Town.' Pay: Travel compensated. Pay will be $50/per performance. Union/Non union both OK. Callbacks will be January 14th, 1-5pm if necessary. Director: Jon Selby. Author: Jon Selby. Prepare: contrasting monologues; bring 2 headshots & resumes. Please be ready for cold read. You will have time to prepare. Submission: By appt. only. Please email headshot & resume or website to: selbyproductions@yahoo.com. Auditioners encouraged to submit if they cannot make times listed above. Original three act play. One workshop already done. Looking to produce the play for this upcoming April in NYC for a one month run. Story: Story of 4 working class women based in the DC area. Evaluates their dreams & goals and how they meet & live, plan the future. Seeking: Jennifer- Caucasian/18 -25. Leader of group/most vocal about getting out. Linda- Caucasian/18-25. Follower to Jennifer/getting tired of being bullied. Carol- Caucasian/25-30. Defiant to the others/ happy with her life & relationship. Tara-Caucasian/18-22. Torn between staying here/quitting going home.

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AUDITIONS FOR "FOREVER PLAID" BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, NEW YORK

Wed, Jan 31. 4-7PM. Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 Eighth Ave., NYC. Auditions are being held for Forever Plaid by Appointment. The producer will run all aspects of this call. Equity Principal Audition procedures are not in effect, and no Equity Monitor will be provided. $426/week minimum. Producer: Susan D. Atkinson. Director: Edward Keith Baker. Author: Stuart Ross. 1st rehearsal: Mar 27. Runs: Apr 19 – May 13. For an appointment, please call Spencer at (215) 785 - 6664, Mon – Fri, 9AM - 5PM. Please prepare 16 bars of a song in the style of the show. Bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Please also be prepared to read from sides. Sides may be picked up in advance at the Theatre. An e-mailed copy may also be requested when appointment is made. Please bring a picture and resume, stapled together and sheet music. Callbacks are planned for Thurs, Feb 1, 2007. Musical revue centers on four young male singers, killed in a car crash in the 1950’s on the way to their first big concert. The singers are now miraculously revived for the posthumous chance to fulfill their dreams and perform the show that never was. Singing in the closest of harmony, the boys perform songs such as "Catch a Falling Star," "Chain Gang," "Rags to Riches," "Love is a Many Splendored Thing," "Three Coins in the Fountain," and "Lady of Spain." Seeking: All roles are men in their 20s. Francis: Lyric baritone/second tenor. Leader of the group. Confident, humble. Sparky: Baritone. The group clown, a real jokester with a big heart. Jinx: High tenor. The shy member of the group; terrified of performing. Has it in him to be more than he appears. Smudge: Bass. The worrier of the group. Easily confused. A "diamond in the rough."

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AUDITIONS FOR "TEA" AT PAN ASIAN REP BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Thurs, Jan. 25. Send photo/resume for appointment. Actors' Equity Association Audition Center, 165 W. 46 Street. Sides will be provided. Pan Asian Repertory Theatre is casting TEA, by Velina Hasu Houston. Tina Chen dir. LOA contract. Rehearsals begin May 7; run May-June in NYC. 5 Japanese War-brides, Kansas, 1968 examine the contents and circumstances of their lives. Some roles cast. Roles are: Himiko: 35-40, delicate, feminine, beautiful and beaten, can behave outrageously; Teruko: 35-40, modest, impressionable and innocent; Atsuko: 35-40, judgmental, status conscious; Chizuye: 35-40, philosophical most Americanized, independent; Setsuko: 35-40, kind, elegant, formal and sensitive to others. Photos/resumes can be sent to: Tisa Chang/TEA, Pan Asian Rep., 520 8th Ave. Ste 314, NYC 10018. No phone calls please.

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AUDITIONS FOR NON EQUITY "BORDERTOWN" BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Manhattan Rep's Winterfest in association with Directions Theatre Company is casting for Steve Ives' Bordertown, being performed March 14-17. Seeking: Wyatt - late teens-early 20's - A quiet and naive young man with a deep sense of the innate goodness of humankind. Retains an air of innocence to him despite his less than ideal upbringing. George - 30s-50s - Owner of a diner in the middle of nowhere California. Former baseball player who lost it all due to an injury and picked up gambling instead. World weary but still able to keep moving forward. A lovable curmudgeon. Hank - 40s-60s - A dotty man who believes that he has sold his soul to the Devil in exchange for his wife's health. Someone who was willing to sacrifice everything for that which he held most dear. Meter Guy - mid- late 20s - A medical student who paid his way through college by participating in medical experiments and is now paying his way through medical school by building bombs for the mob. A little quirky due to being a lab rat for a few years. Otto - 20s-40s - African-American - The mostly silent half of a pair of prison escapees on the run from the law and headed to Mexico. He also may or may not be God. Important to have a strong comedic presence while still being silent; an expressive face and good body chemistry is desired. Auditions are by appointment only. Please send headshot/resume to: Martha Goode, 112 W. 27th St. 7th Floor New York, NY 10001. ATTN: Bordertown or via email to: redirectionstheatre@gmail.com.

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CASTING FOR SHORT SPY FILM, NEW YORK

Shooting 16mm in NYC and NJ. Tentative shooting dates, Late Winter/Early Spring. Producing company is oneSHOT Entertainment, LLC. www.oneshotenter.com. Submissions welcome at oneshotenter@gmail.com. Also accepting headshots @ 243 5th Ave, #318 New York, NY 10016. Must have recent photos. Will not be considered without. Myspace accounts are welcome. Casting Call: Short spy film. Think James Bond, but with less money. And with similar charm. The film consists of no on screen dialogue. Instead it is visually heavy. Establishing a secret agent with his mission and the opposition. Only three roles. All Male. Looking for ages 21-30. Will consider older. Important requirements: Prefer actors with previous martial arts backgrounds. Willingness to perform minor stunts. Male, Cunning, good looking, and dangerous. The Agent. Male, Quiet and Intimidating. The Mark. Male, Strong and Large. The Grunt. Please no crew submissions.

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CASTING ACTION/COMEDY SHORT FILM ABOUT LONG ISLAND SORORITY GIRLS AND CHINESE DRUGLORDS, HAMPTONS

PictureBox Entertainment Location: Hamptons. Duration: to Tuesday 02/20/07, starts Friday, 02/16/07. Payment is on a lo/ no/deferred basis. Non-Union. Director: Kristine Bogan. Casting all roles for Untitled Movie about Long Island Sorority girls and Chinese druglords.' Comedy/Action Short Film (15 minutes). Fun action packed shoot in the Hamptons over President's Day Weekend. Apply to: Kristine Bogan, pictureboxentertainment@hotmail.com. Seeking: ZHOU (30s -40s, Chinese Male) a troubled introvert with fiery eyes and an empty heart. He is a rebel that plays by the rules until a better opportunity comes along. He comes from nothing, and has worked in the dirtiest of places to get where he’s going. He is impressed only by the wise, and scoffs at ignorance and naivety. CHONG LONG (50s-60s, Chinese Male) an old school gangster with a twist. Part Dr. Claw (the faceless cigar smoking kitty stroking badass, minus the kitty), part Joker (the wisecracking super villain armed with a witty comment and a painted face), CHONG LONG is the boss. He is as calm and comfortable as he is conniving and manipulative. When double- crossed he is a force to be reckoned with. His movements are sharp and determined, however delicate and agile. ASHER (30s-40s), a suave undercover cop. He’s a compassionate stand up guy. He’s up for any challenge, and does whatever he must to solve the case. He eats right and exercises regularly. He is a guard of justice and the principles of freedom. He has a strong sense of responsibility and moral values. CARLA (18-21, Female) "She rests her weight on one hip and covers her sleepy eyes with oversized Christian Dior sunglasses." She’s intense and overdramatic. Everything bothers her even though she doesn’t care about anything. She’s smart and imaginative, a dreamer and a schemer. She likes soft, sturdy materials and dark colors. She’s pretentious, but not judgmental. She appreciates unique qualities in people, and roots for the underdog. She believes in tough love. WHITNEY (18-21, Caucasian Female), the blond one. She’s a genuine kind of friendly and always says what’s on her mind. Wisdom sings through her small words. She appreciates and understands art but is not artistic. Her creativity lies in her abilities to make logical connections about things with no logical connection. You can trust her with a secret, and to tell you about that booger dangling from your beak. But don’t worry, Whitney’s got a tissue. COP (30s-50s, Male) Aviator sunglasses, doughnut crumbs, slow runner. Open for interpretation. Non-speaking roll. POLICE CHIEF (40s-60s, Male) He’s angry, loud, and knows everything. He spits sometimes when he talks. DETECTIVE (30s-50s, Female) Intense CSI type detective. Open for interpretation. Mostly a non-speaking role. Physical comedy required. DADDY (50s, Caucasian Male) Golf suit. Plastic smile. Solid handshake.

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CASTING "ONE WAY", NON UNION SHORT, NEW YORK

Casting for the short film "One Way." Non-Union. Director: Bert Estrada. Employer: l.i.u.-c.w. post. Location: New York City. One weekend, starts February/March. Payment is on a lo/no/ deferred basis. An existentialist piece. Two people start to question their very existence when reality falls apart before their very eyes. Nothing seems right when they closely examine their surroundings. Are they really real? Or are they figments of someone's imagination? Is there a difference? Apply to: Bert Estrada. starvingartistsproduction@yahoo.com. Seeking: 1.'Eve' 25-30 yrs. You are the first to notice. Driven. Physically fit. Average height. Clean and neat. Model type. Charismatic. Killer? 2. 'Adam' 25-30 yrs. You are the second to notice. Stunned. Physically fit. Average height. Clean and neat. Model type. 3. Male, 25-30 yrs. 'Malevolence' You do not notice. Obtuse. Physically fit. Average height. Clean and neat. Model type. 4. 'Man' 31-40 yrs. You are part of the false reality. No peripheral thought or sight. Single-minded. Blue-collar. Plain build. Average looks.

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CASTING FOR FEATURE LENGTH "LORENZO", NEW YORK

Casting actors for the feature film "Lorenzo." Dir. Nick Oddo. Please send headshots and resumes to Lorenzo c/o Nick Oddo 50 Wall Street, 1C Staten Island NY 10301. SAG/ Non SAG. Applying for experimental SAG contract. No Pay. Food and beverages along with transportation will be paid provided. Film will be screened in New York and distributed on DVD worldwide by a reputable distributor. A copy of the DVD and a pass to the screening will be given to all actors. Seeking: Gloria- 40' to 60's. Caucasian. Gloria is the madam of a whorehouse she runs with Vinny. Gloria is a tough New Yorker woman. Should know her way around the kitchen. Lucy, Gina and Jenny- 20's. Caucasian. Three attractive girls who work in the whorehouse as prostitutes. (Some tasteful nudity). Bruno- 50's to 60's. Caucasian. Bruno is a friend of Lorenzo's from the old neighborhood. Gerry, Sidney, Jimmy, Mickey, Henry- 20's to 60's. Caucasian. Customer at the whorehouse. Kathleen- 30's to 50's. Kathleen is a worker at an employment agency. Tommy- 50's to 70's. Tommy is an old friend of Lorenzo's. Dr. Lombardi- 40's to 70's. Dr. Lombardi is a nfriend of Gloria and Vinny. He makes house calls. Joe- 20's to 40's. Neighborhood guy. Friend of Vinny's. Bit parts- All ages and types.

Musician & Band Alert

MUSICAL SCORE COMPOSER FOR REDWIND FILMS, NEW YORK

This is a horror movie. About 30 mins in length. It's about a boy named Simon whose parents are leaders of a cult that kills children. I'm a student in NYC, and I'm basically broke so I won't be able to spend more than 1-2 hundred on this. But the film will be screened at the Director's Guild of America in NYC and will be sent to many festivals. It's an entertaining movie, but will depend so heavily upon it's score. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Apply to: Brian Sizensky at Filmman85@aol.com. Shooting begins late February. Ends February 1.

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COMPOSER FOR BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY, LONDON

An Unforgettable Crime is a drama doc, directed by Bournemouth Television Production Student, Sahar Bluck. Based on true events, it follows the story of a middle-aged woman, Joyce, who after discovering the affair of her husband, and in a state of drunkenness and drug abuse, captures herself on home video suffocating her child to death. She is now in prison, and in a provoking and moving story she tells her side of the event. She is looking to collaborate with a composer for this short film, in which she hopes to enter into future festivals. If interested please contact me at saharbluck@hotmail.com for further information. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Apply to: Sahar Bluck. Ends February 1.

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LIVEUNIVERSE LOOKING FOR MUSICIANS TO WRITE FUNNY PARODIES, WEST HOLLYWOOD

We are an internet based company. We have a variety of programming for internet broadcast. We are looking to hire musicians to write funny-zany-off-the-wall genre parodies. It really doesn’t matter what genre: Rap, Hair-Metal, 80’s synth pop. Whatever your genre, it does not have to be comedic, it just has to be good! Please respond to this ad with more than one sample of your work. In addition, please include a resume or any relevant work experience. We are looking to hire musicians to write funny-zany-off-the-wall genre parodies. Please reply to this e-mail and include a link to your reel or attach samples of your work. Email: Liveuniversecrew@yahoo.com. Will accept your resume as text in body of email or your resume as an attachment.

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COBALT BLUE MUSIC NEEDS MUSICIANS/PIANO BAR ENTERTAINERS FOR CRUISE SHIP WORK

We need showband musicians who can read, swing, have jazz and big band experience, and be proficient on their instruments. Needed are Saxophonists with doubles, trumpet, trombone, and bass, drums, and guitar. Piano bar entertainers and cocktail pianists are also needed. We also are now looking for experienced singers who move well to front Las Vegas style revues. This is a high-energy position which requires excellent stage presence, and someone who can sing lots of styles well.Professionals only, please. All applicants must have promo. (Piano bar, singers, etc. must have video). We REALLY need Piano Bar entertainers with good video who can really entertain a crowd and get them partying. We can now offer 3 month contracts for this position!!! This is the most fun gig on the 7 seas! Also, I need horn players. Must have a great attitude, be willing to be at sea for months at a time, and be ready to make music and entertain passengers from young to old. No drug users as cruise lines do random drug testing. At this time we can only book United States citizens. Salary varies by position. Please reply to this e-mail and include a link to your reel or attach samples of your work. Email: cobaltbluemusic@aol.com. Will accept your resume as text in body of email or your resume as an attachment.

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WUNDER BOY RECORDS SEEKS JUNIOR A&R REPRESENTATIVE, PHOENIX

We're a indie label based out of Phoenix, AZ. The primary responsibilities of an A&R Representative at a record label (also called A&R Coordinator or Talent Representative) are to identify new talent, locate new song material for signed artists, and generally assist the artistic and commercial development of the label's artists. The A&R Internship position reports directly to the A&R Director. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Finding a minimum of one unsigned group / artist per month for consideration; Building relationships with local promoters, artists, venues, etc.; Submitting songs to be considered for upcoming market research compilations. Please send email with the job title as the subject to: jobs@wunderboyrecords.com. Will accept your resume as text in body of email or your resume as an attachment.

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SONGSALIVE! SONGWRITING SHOWCASE AND WORKSHOP AT THE COFFEE JUNCTION, LOS ANGELES

Come to regular Songsalive! workshops and develop collaborations, meet industry guests, showcase and workshop your music for feedback in a professional and supportive environment. Songsalive! holds workshops where songwriters gather to share their songs, gain feedback and develop relationships within the songwriting communities we have created around the world. The first half is solely dedicated to an in-the-round workshop where writers present one song each - either on tape, CD or live - followed by a guest speaker/industry discussion in the second half and plenty of time to talk and network. Our workshops often feature guest speakers representing all facets of the industry from A&R, publishers, successful producers, CD production and distribution execs and, of course, writers and composer who share their ideas, tips & techniques on all aspects of the songwriting craft. The workshops are open to all songwriters and music composers of all levels and music genres and you don't have to be a Songsalive! member to attend. It is usually best to register your attendance in advance. This workshop takes place Sunday, February 4, at The Coffee Junction, 19221 Ventura Boulevard, Tarzana, California 91356. It will be starting promptly at 10:00 a.m., running until 2:00 (PST). Cost is $5 for non-members, free to Songsalive! members. Send email to: usa@songsalive.org with 'Los Angeles Chapter Songsalive! Workshop' in subject header, or contact us by phone, 310-238-0359.

Sunday, January 07, 2007

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

AUDITIONS FOR STAGE PRODUCTION "FOREVER PLAID" BY APPT. NEW YORK

Wed, Jan 31. 4-7 PM. Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 Eighth Ave., NYC. Auditions are being held for Forever Plaid by Appointment. The producer will run all aspects of this call. Equity Principal Audition procedures are not in effect, and no Equity Monitor will be provided. $426/week minimum. Producer: Susan D. Atkinson. Director: Edward Keith Baker. Author: Stuart Ross. 1st rehearsal: Mar 27. Runs: Apr 19 – May 13. For an appointment, please call Spencer at (215) 785 - 6664, Mon – Fri, 9AM - 5PM. Please prepare 16 bars of a song in the style of the show. Bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Please also be prepared to read from sides. Sides may be picked up in advance at the Theatre. An e-mailed copy may also be requested when appointment is made. Please bring a picture and resume, stapled together and sheet music. Callbacks are planned for Thurs, Feb 1, 2007. Musical revue centers on four young male singers, killed in a car crash in the 1950’s on the way to their first big concert. The singers are now miraculously revived for the posthumous chance to fulfill their dreams and perform the show that never was. Singing in the closest of harmony, the boys perform songs such as "Catch a Falling Star," "Chain Gang," "Rags to Riches," "Love is a Many Splendored Thing," "Three Coins in the Fountain," and "Lady of Spain." Seeking: All roles are men in their 20s. Francis: Lyric baritone/second tenor. Leader of the group. Confident, humble. Sparky: Baritone. The group clown, a real jokester with a big heart. Jinx: High tenor. The shy member of the group; terrified of performing. Has it in him to be more than he appears. Smudge: Bass. The worrier of the group. Easily confused. A "diamond in the rough."

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VARIOUS PERFORMERS WANTED, NEW YORK

Wed, Jan 10. 1-3 pm. Producers Club Theatres, 358 W. 44th Street, New York, New York. Seeking tap dancers, jugglers, solo musicians, and comics/MCs. Some pay.

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COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY STUDENT SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

Casting for Columbia University Short Film "Night Stand." Location: In and Around New York City. Duration: 1 week (4-5 shoot days), starts Jan 8th. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Non-Union. Director: Ross Sclafani. 'Night Stand' is a dark and comical story about two women who plot revenge on the guy who slept with one of them and forgot her name when she saw him again. Night Stand will be highly stylized, both dramatically and visually. Apply to: Michelle Cajucom, Night Stand Casting, 141 West 75th Street, Mailbox A, New York, NY 10023. Email: casting@kolektiv.net. Breakdown: Female / 25 -30 yrs. / White. Helen: mid-to-late 20s, tall, gorgeous and darkly confident. She's very jaded about men and their intentions and deep inside bears a viscious resentment for the gender at large. Helen will play one scene in only a trenchcoat and heels visible to the audience, but there will be no nudity required. The script calls for an onscreen kiss with the other female role, Ivy as part of their revenge plot.

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"MOJADO," 16 MM SHORT, CONNECTICUT / NEW YORK

CT Pictures, LLC is now looking for talent for its upcoming 16mm short film, entitled MOJADO. The project is the recipient of the notable 2006 Abel Cine Tech Filmmaker Grant. Shooting Location: New Haven, Connecticut. Tentative Shooting Dates: March 20-25. Casting: January 19-21 in Manhattan, location TBA, and January 13-14 in Connecticut, location TBA. Directed by Angela Trevino. Produced by Christian H. Clark. After fifteen-year-old Anne causes the deportation of her maid Sofia, Sofia's fifteen-year- old son, Miguel, must decide whether to remain in the country or to leave it behind like his mother. CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS: ANNE WRIGHT, 13-18, Caucasian, classy, poised to sneer at the world; once a bookworm, she has abandoned her former intellectual pursuits to follow fashion trends and secure her popularity. FIONA WRIGHT, mid 30s to mid 40s, Caucasian, a working professional mom; hides the pain of her divorce from her daughter; a habitual smoker, though she would never admit it; practical, considers housekeeping a waste of her time. MIGUEL BUSTOS, 13-18, Hispanic, must be fluent in Spanish and English; unsure about his presence in the United States; quiet and patient, but willing to stand up for himself when provoked. SOFIA BUSTOS, early 30s to late 40s, Hispanic, must be fluent in Spanish, speaks English with a heavy accent; a caring mother; after years of working as a maid, she continues to hope for a better life. MORGAN CAROL, 13-18, Caucasian, has little regard for authority, delights in making fun of others; manipulative and selective in her choice of friends. JOE DORSEY, late 20s-early 40s, Caucasian, manager of a greasy, fast-food restaurant, tough on his employees but not unreasonable in his demands. SCHOOL BUS DRIVER, mid 30s-mid 40s, African American, fed up with her job, a little impatient with the students she drives. STUDENT EXTRAS, 13-18, any ethnicity, day players in a school bus. Both hard copy and electronic submissions welcome, but hard copy is preferred. Please send hard copy headshot/resume to: CT Pictures, LLC Attention: CASTING PO Box 203810 New Haven, CT 06520. Electronic submissions may be sent to: mojadocasting@yahoo.com. Both union/non-union submissions welcome. A SAG Short Film Agreement will be procured for union talent.

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CASTING FOR SHORT FILM "POPTART", SAN FRANCISCO

Ivan Shumaker is casting the short film "Poptart," to be filmed in San Francisco. A charismatic delinquent befriends an ambitious rebel who becomes his guide as they set out to take revenge on a corporation that has wronged them both. Ernie is isolated social misfit that has the innocence, sincerity, and awe of the world as a child would. He is obsessed with Hip hop and the death of his mother. His attitude is quite bipolar when it comes to the two subjects, ranging from quiet, small muffles to energetic, hysteric rants. When he is happy he is contagious, when sad, unbearable and vulgar. From an audience perspective Ernie is sympathized with but deeply tormented. Marlon is a confidant, manipulative and cunning man in his twenties. Marlon is very stylish and suave. Marlon understands contemporary society but disapproves of it. Marlon is an instigator and not afraid to speak up when he see's something he doesn't like. Marlon is an extremely moral man, but he makes his own. $75 day rate, copy, credit and meals. Please email headshots and resumes to: Poptartmovie@yahoo.com by Jan 10.

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CEO ENTERTAINMENT MODEL SEARCH FOR MUSIC VIDEO, ATLANTA

Non-Union. Director: Cheri Lockheart. Music Video. Please send a photo to email address above! Before you come to the go-see, you should have headshots, height/weight requirements, and full-length shots. Pictures don’t have to be professional. Female models exotic ethnic looks. Nice features height, hips, and bust (For example 34-26-36). Looking for age groups 15-17 years; 18-24 years; 25-30 years. Speak well. Dance (a plus). Connect with audience. Print well. Physically fit physique's. Nice face, skin, teeth and toned body are major factors. Apply to: Cheri Lockheart, Ceo Modeling Agency, 3455 Peachtree Rd NE, 5th floor, Atlanta, Ga 30326. Email: models@bandwconsulting.com. Web: http://www.ceomodels.com. Expires February 3.

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BOCA MODELS PRODUCING TV PROGRAM "BREAKFAST CLUB", WEST PALM BEACH

Non-Union. Director: G.Marksteiner. Production: BREAKFAST CLUB (Daily Live Television /Home Shopping) Employer: Boca Talent for MIG Broadcast Group /eieio entertainment LLC Location: West Palm Beach Florida [view map] Duration: Daily Live TV Show, starts January 9, 2007. Payment: Hourly $35.00 per hour in a flex rotaing daily schedule 7A-5P daily. Rate Review will be considered after one month for appropriate performers. Location: WHDT Studios, West Palm Beach Florida. TV show description: Boca Talent and Models is Casting for:MIG Broadcast Group NEW HOME HOPPING SHOW ' BREAKFAST CLUB ' airing on cable 7A-5P daily. Breakfast Club includes, Diamond and Jewelry experts with other guests inter-cut in a On Air Live Auction of selected fine Jewelry, Watches and other Merchandise. Local Females of All Ethnetcity/Ages: Women who are comfortable in front of the camera, who admire and enjoy jewelry, having tea , chit chatting from a women’s point of view, welcoming guests to the Breakfast Room are urged to Email Resume and Headshot. Local Male/Female Registered Gemologists and Jewelry Experts. Live Studio at WHDT Studio AIRS on Channel 17 Cable in WPB Market. Fort Lauderdale and Miami, Broadcast OTA in HD on Channel 44. ABSOLUTELY NO PHONE CALLS! Email head shot w/ Resume to Tammy@bocamodels.com. Expires February 3.

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TLC PRIMETIME SHOW SEEKS NEW TV HOSTS, NEW YORK

Non-Equity. Director: TBD. Casting 2 hosts to present an exciting new series about physical fitness, feeling great and being in healthy relationships! Apply to: Alicia Peyrano, 8 Upper St Martin's Lane, London, WC2H 9DL, UK, Fax + 44 7836 8596. Email: alicia.peyrano@reeftv.com. Web: http://www.reeftv.com. Runs for three months beginning in February. Expires February 3.

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NEXT NEW NETWORKS CASTING FOR SHORT FILM "FAST LANE DAILY", NEW YORK

Non-Union. Director: Emil Rensing. Fast Lane Daily, the daily car news show is looking for energetic car enthusiasts to host our daily 3-minute news show. Hosts should be male or female, 22 to 32 years old, and have a love of all things automotive. Experience working with a prompter a plus. If you're interested, please submit headshot and resume via email to casting@instigatortv.com If you've got a demo reel online, feel free to forward that along, too. Camera tests will be conducted within the next 2 weeks and production will begin by the end of February. Apply to: casting@instigatortv.com. Web: http://www.nextnewnetworks.com/. This expires February 2.

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SISYPHUS PRODUCTIONS CASTING FEATURE FILM "ANIMALS", SEATTLE

Union. Director: Matt Wilkins. 'Animals' will be the second feature film by Sisyphus Productions, about the trace of wild animal left over in all of us, and what happens to the people who can't keep it bottled up. Ten day shoot starting in Spring '07. Apply to: Matt Wilkins. Email: matt@sisyphusproductions.com. Web: http://sisyphusproductions.com. Expires February 2.

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RNA FILMS CASTING FOR BOLLYWOOD FILM "DEAR MOM", NEW YORK / NEW JERSEY

Non-Union. Director: BOLLY WOOD DIRECTOR. Tentively Title -- "Dear Mom", genre-drama format in 35mm. Number of shooting days: 25. Production starts March 24, 2006. Shooting locations: New York, New Jersey. "Dear Mom" is a touching story of family love, values, and loyalties. Actors Sharmila Tigore Upen Patel Diya Mirza Gulshan Grower.

Breakdown:
- Male / 51-60 yrs. / Black - African. John NY. Actor (around 60 years old black American, Ice cream truck.
- Female / 51-60 yrs. / Hispanic. Maria Sanchez NY. Actor (an 55 to 60 years Latin lady).
- Male / 25-30 yrs. / Hispanic. Raphael NY. Actor (mid 30’ Latin man, Maria’s son-in law).
- Female / 6-10 yrs. / Hispanic. 2 Andrea Child actor from NY. (a little girl, around 10 years. Maria’s grand child ).
- Male / 25-30 yrs. / Indian. Chandan Basu Indian actor from NY. (low 30’s young man, Arun’s friend).
- Male / 25-30 yrs. / Indian. Siddharth Indian actor from NY. (low 30’s young man, Arun’s friend).
- Female / 18-24 yrs. / Indian. Sharmila Indian actor from NY. (mid 20’s young lady, Arun’s friend).
- Female / 25-30 yrs. / Latin American. Sylvia Sanchez NY. Actor (low 30’s Latin lady, Maria’s daughter).
Female / 51-60 yrs. / White. Margaret NY. Actor. (An old white lady, around 60 years).
- Male / 31-40 yrs. / White. Cop 1 (Police officer) A cop in NY/NJ.
- Male / 31-40 yrs. / White. Cop 2 (Detective) A cops in NY/NJ.
- Female / 25-30 yrs. / White. Debbie Brill NY. Actor (low 30’s young white lady, Arun’s office colleague).

Send your resume with your shots to: khnassad@yahoo.com. Apply to: Assad Khan.

Wednesday, January 03, 2007

Palm Springs International Film Fest, Chicago City Limits Comedy, Macworld Conference, Jazz Education Conference, Conference for Media Reform, Golden

Women In Film and Video - Washington, DC Chapter - present a panel session on how volunteer opportunities in their organization lead to effective networking strategies leading to career success, happening on January 3. The Office of Film and Entertainment, Film Florida, Inc, and the Florida Film and Entertainment Advisory Council Committees convene in a January 3 meeting via telephone conference call to discuss proposals for production funds available for films and television shows shot in Florida. At this year's Palm Springs International Film Festival and Market, Cate Blanchett and Philip Glass will receive Honors, and Jennifer Hudson will receive Breakthrough Performance Award, among the many tributes and activities slated when the festival runs, January 4-15. The Chicago City Limits Comedy "First Sundays" Film Festival is a showcase on January 7 for the creators of short comedy films harnessed onto the tradition of Chicago City Limits' 20 plus years in comedic storytelling and where an audience member is randomly picked to star in a film to be shown the following month at First Sundays. FCC Chairman Kevin Martin is on hand for the Industry Insider series at the International CES Digital Hollywood and Game Power, happening in Las Vegas, January 8-11.

The Macworld Conference and Expo in San Francisco, January 8-12, provides its attendees with a survey of the latest applications in film, photography, and other tools for Apple's Macintosh computer. The 34th International Association for Jazz Education Conference, taking place this year in New York City, runs January 10-13, and will have performance by over 500 groups and individual musicians. At the Berlin and Beyond 2007 Film Festival, taking place January 11-17 in San Francisco, independent dramatic, and documentary features from Germany, Austria and Switzerland in 16mm and 35mm are screened among the offerings. BMI hosts this year's Trailblazers of Gospel Music Luncheon - a breakout event of the Annual Stellar Awards - on January 12 in Nashville. Bill Moyers, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Jane Fonda are just some of the featured attendees for the National Conference for Media Reform focused on strategies for better media policy, happening January 12-14 in Memphis. Florida Media Market presents a seven week project development workshop on January 13 covering from idea to polishing, packaging, budgeting, marketing, and pitching your project, and happening in the Miami Beach area.

The Golden Globe Awards, honoring achievements in film and television, are slated for January 15 in Los Angeles. The NATPE Conference and Exhibition, focused on the television industry, runs for four days starting January 15 in Las Vegas. Well regarded Sundance Film Festival, founded by Robert Redford in 1981, kicks off January 18 in Park City. MIDEM, the annual international music industry affair addressing all things musical, gets going January 21-25 in Cannes. At the annual "Country In The Rockies" extravaganza, you can enjoy both the best in skiing and country music performance, from January 26-30, in Steamboat Springs. IPTV WorldForum Latinamerica happening in Rio de Janeiro January 30-31 examines Latin America's growth potential for digital TV delivered over DSL broadband. Making Your Documentary Matter 2007, a series of panel discussions on the latest in documentary outreach, runs January 31 to February 1 in Washington, DC. Happy New Year to all!

The above events are only a sampling of what is listed. Many of the events above have a submission process for indie and/or performing artists to take part in. Complete details are on the "Media, Entertainment and Performing Arts Industry News and Events" page at http://www.actorschecklist.com/news.html . Stay current with the latest posts of news and information posted by industry professionals to the message board on The Actor's Checklist which now provides RSS 0.91, RSS 1.0, RSS 2.0 and Atom 1.0 customized newsfeeds which you can find at http://actorschecklist.com/phpBB2/ .