Friday, February 09, 2007

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

NYU STUDENT 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.

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CHRISTIAN TV SHOW SEEKS ACTRESS, NEW YORK

Christian Actress to host TV show about Jesus to be seen on cable and the World Wide Web. Non-Union. Some Pay, meals and copy provided. To audition, send resume to the Family Church of God, 244 5th Ave. Suite R211, NYC 10001.

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AUDITIONING CHILDREN FOR "NINE" AND "OLIVER", OPEN AUDITIONS BY APPT, CLEVELAND HEIGHTS

Fri, Feb 23, 6PM–11PM and Sat, Feb 24, 12–2PM –Children only. 2PM–6PM – Adults. Grace Lutheran Church, 13001 Cedar Road (Between Coventry and Lee). Cleveland Heights, OH. Casting in Cleveland Heights, OH for Nine and Oliver. SPT (tier, approval and salary level pending. 2005: Tier 5. Current tier 5 salary: $300/week minimum) and Guest Artist (approval pending). For an appointment, please call (216) 291-2323, Mon– Fri from 9AM–5PM, beginning Feb 1. Please prepare two brief songs in the style of the shows. Bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. No taped music, please. Please bring a picture and resume, stapled together. Photo/resumes will be retained by Cain Park. Please allow enough time to park, fill out some paperwork, and be on time to audition. Callbacks are planned for Sunday, Feb 25 (OLIVER! from 1PM–6PM: NINE from 6:30PM–10PM). Please note: Readings from the script and dance auditions will take place at callbacks. 2007 season with available roles: NINE. Director: Victoria Bussert. Equity SPT Agreement (approval, tier and salary level pending). 1st rehearsal: July 10, 2007. Runs Aug 2–5, Aug 8–12, Aug 15–19 in the Alma Theater. The roles of Guido Contini, Luisa Contini, Claudia Nardi and Liliane La Fleur have been cast. All other roles are open. With the exception of the role of Guido At An Early Age (who should look 9 years old), actors age 18+ are sought. Some actors will play multiple roles. Guido At An Early Age: Age 9. Carla Albanese: Guido's mistress. Guido's Mother. Lina Darling: La Fleur's mysterious accomplice. Stephanie Necrophorus: A critic. Our Lady of the Sea. Mamma Maddelena: Chief of chambermaids. Sarraghina: A voluptuous whore. The Italians. The Germans. OLIVER!. Director: Fred Sternfeld. Equity Guest Artist contract (approval pending). 1st rehearsal: Tues, May 22, 2007. Runs Jun 21-24, Jun 28-July 1, July 5-8 in the Evans Amphitheater. All roles are open. Ages listed below are "character ages", not actor ages. For descriptions of the characters in the Charles Dickens novel, the Theatre directs actors to sparknotes.com/lit/oliver/ characters.html. Oliver Twist: Age 9–12. Fagin: Age 40–70. The Artful Dodger: Age 10–14. Nancy: Age 20 – 30. Bet: Age 12–15. Bill Sikes: Age 20–30. Charles Bates: Age 10 – 16. Mr. Brownlow: Age 50–70. Non-singing role. Mr. Bumble: Age 40 – 65. Widow Corney: Age 40 – 65. Mr. Sowerberry: Age 30 – 50. Mrs. Sowerberry: Age 30–50. Charlotte: The Sowerberrys’ daughter, 15–25. Noah Claypole: Age 15–25. Dr. Grimwig: Age 30–70. Non-singing role. Workhouse Boys / Fagin's Boys: Ages 7-18. Both boys and girls can audition for these roles. Girls must be able to believably appear to be a boy to be considered for casting. Adult Ensemble: All ages and types, 15 – 70. Paupers, Runners, Milkmaid, Rose Seller, Knife Seller, Strawberry Seller, Hussar, People of London. Also seeking featured dancers.

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SURRONOMER CASTING FOR "STAIRCASE," SHORT FILM, CALIFORNIA

Surtronomer films is casting the short film "Staircase." SAG Contract: Short Film Agreement. Location: California. Staircase is the story of one man's obsession with the ocean. It's an obsession strong enough to rip him away from his family and everything he holds dear in life. Seeking: Neil is a rugged, handsome, blue-collar man in his mid-thirties. He’s spent the last two weeks traveling up the California coast in search of perfect waves. He is a quiet, soft spoken, yet stern man. Surfing experience for this role would be extremely useful, but is not required. Natalie is an early-twenties woman traveling down the coast to Mexico, looking for warmer waters. She is a confident, free-spirited, independent woman committed to a life by the ocean on her own terms. Mickey is a rough, mid- twenties male who will hold on to his home surf break any way he can. He is devoted to protecting his line-up from transplants, visitors and the kooks. Surfing experience for this role would be extremely useful, but is not required. Jamie is Neil’s young son, age seven to eleven. He will follow in his father’s footsteps as a true soul surfer. Surfing experience for this role would be extremely useful, but is not required. Submission Info: Please mail headshots and resumes to: Surtronomer Films, 13309 Woodbridge St Sherman Oaks, CA 91423. Additional Info: Surfing is an essential component to this film. Prior experience in the water will be highly useful, but not required. This film falls under the Sag Short Film Contract. All payment is deferred. The character of Neil will require two to three days of out of town work. Production Medium: High Definition. Submission Deadline: 03/15/2007.

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MALE BALLET DANCER FOR SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

Seeking Male Ballet Dancer, 20-45, for independent short film: The Wild Hunt. Film will be shown as part of The Film Odysseys premiering in NYC Spring of 2007 (as well as entered into film festivals). Dancer requirements: Classically trained, Be able to partner well, Have an expressive face, Be able to portray two roles (one of a dying man, one of the intense Captain of the Furious Host), Have a strong build, Ability to improvise and collaborate, Be willing to shoot outdoors in a cloak and boots. No nudity. Shoots for one day beginning of March, 2007. No Pay (possible deferred pay). Meals and transportation provided. Copy of film provided. SAG or Non-SAG. Please e-mail headshots, dance pics, resumes (word doc and jpgs only) to: FilmOdysseys@aol.com (Subject Line: Wild Hunt). Auditions will be held Feb 10. (by appt only) Thank you-We look forward to meeting you!

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STAGE PLAY "LITTLE BEASTS" HAS OPEN AUDITIONS BY APPT, MONTCLAIR

Thurs, Feb 15. 10AM-3PM. TBG Studios, 312 W 36th St (Between 8th & 9th Avenues). Luna Stage in Montclair, NJ is casting Little Beasts by Jeanne Marshall. SPT Tier 2. $206/week minimum. Director: Jane Mandel. First rehearsal: April 3, 2007. Runs: April 26-May 20. The producer will run all aspects of this call. Equity Principal Audition procedures are not in effect and no Equity Monitor will be provided. Appointments may be made Tuesdays- Fridays, beginning February 8. Please call Mona Hennessy at (973) 744-3309 x207. Please do not call on the weekend or on Monday. Deadline for requesting an appointment is 3 PM on Wednesday, February 14. Please be prepared to do a cold reading from the script. Visually-impaired performers may request an advance copy of the sides when making an audition appointment. Please bring a picture and resume, stapled together. Seeking: Beatrice Goddard: Seeking actress 18+ to play the teenage, bratty, younger self of protagonist Romaine Brooks, a famous portrait painter of the 1920’s- 1930’s. Henri (Lester Munch): 30s, African-American. Aging, gay chorus boy from Josephine Baker’s Revue Negre (must do a convincing high kick), who is now posing as a French butler. Theatre’s mailing address: Luna Stage, 695 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042. www.lunastage.org.

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SEEKING CHILDREN & ADULTS FOR "I KNOW GOD HEARS MY PRAYERS", PHILADELPHIA

Sat, Feb 10. Community Education Center, 3500 Lancaster Ave. Philadelphia, PA. Dates needed: May 12 – 13, 2007. Walk-ins are welcome! Contact: Robert Bell, robertlbell47@aol.com. Phone: 267-258- 7967. GROUP Publishing is casting for I Know GOD Hears My Prayers, Lynne Walker's play about a woman who suspects her neighbor of physically abusing her young daughter. What she doesn't know is that her own daughter is experiencing some secrets of her own. Please bring two (2) 1- minute contrasting monologues. Prepared to sing 16-Bars in acappella or with track music, a Gospel or R & B song of your choice. The R & B song should be upbeat. A CD player will be available, but no accompanist will be available. Please bring a resume and a picture. Rehearsals will be evenings and weekends. Dates will be announced. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Seeking: Dot - 40-50's; Roberta - 40-50's; Toby - Male - 30's-40; Michelle - Female - 30-40; Mindy - Female - 12-14yrs old; Mya - Female - 9-11yrs old; Officer Simpson –Male- early 20’s/early 40's; Officer Rodriquez – Female - early 20's/early 40's – Spanish accent; Remi – Female – 15-16yrs old; Deacon Miller – early 40’s/ mid 50’s.

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"EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH!", AUDITIONS BY APPT, NEW YORK

Thurs, Feb 22 and Fri, Feb 23. Joe Franklin's, 713 8th Avenue @ 45th St. EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH!, Improv Troupe & Viral Videos. Exec Producer, Laurice Fattal; Artistic Director, Spero Chumas. Frasier Productions is casting for a number of projects with EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH! Auditions by appointment. Seeking: New cast members for NYC Improv Shows (Unpaid), and understudies touring companies (Pay/ gig) Also looking for all types for Viral Video Productions (Unpaid). Please submit headshots, resume and brief email cover letter to info@fpny.org. More company info at www.eightimprov.biz and www.improv4kids.com.

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SEEK STAGE ROLES FOR "HAPPY HOUR", NEW YORK

Sun, Feb 11, 10AM-5PM. The Big Little Theatre, 141 Ridge St, Lower East Side. Big Little Theatre. Job starts Mar 1. Payment is on a lo/no/ deferred basis. Non-Union. Director: Michael Horn. 'Happy Hour' is a satire on narcissism, vanity, and sex. It is a very funny show, and a lot of fun for the cast. We are looking for exciting actors, 20-30, male and female. Sides will be provided. Specific roles include: Girl with French accent, and man with Scottish accent. Please email headshots and resumes to michaelbowenhorn@yahoo.com ASAP. Apply to: Michael Horn.

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"THE TOOLBOX BANDIT", SHORT COMEDY FILM, NEW HAVEN

CT Pictures, LLC is now looking for talent for its upcoming S16mm short, THE TOOLBOX BANDIT, a comedy based on the true story of a man who used power tools to hold up a series of convenience stores. Format: S16mm film. Writer/Director: Christian H. Clark. Producer: Angela Trevino. Shooting Location: New Haven, Connecticut. Tentative Shooting Dates: March 26-30. Casting: March 2-4 in Manhattan, location TBA, and in Connecticut, location and dates TBA. 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: toolboxcasting@yahoo.com. Copy/Credit/Food/Transportation/ Lodging provided. Pay deferred. Both Union/Non-Union submissions welcome. We will be working under the SAG Short Film Agreement. Down and out of luck, Luke Dawson must choose between a life of crime and the love of his life. CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS: LUKE DAWSON, mid to late 20s, Caucasian, sloppy, unmotivated, out-of-a-job, occasionally engages in frat boy escapades. Though his only passion is playing video games, he manages to survive by free-loading off his family and friends. That is, until the repo man comes. SAMIR, 50s to 80s, Indian, Pakistani, or Middle Eastern submissions accepted, speaks English with a heavy accent, Arti’s grandfather, part-time manager of a gas station, annoyed by costumers who try to barter for gas. He frowns more than he smiles and is over-protective of his granddaughter. ARTI, 20s, Indian, Pakistani, or Middle Eastern submissions accepted, attractive, works at her grandfather’s gas station, not afraid to purchase a gun to protect the family business, inclined to date guys who make her laugh, her family considers her a goody two-shoes though she has a wild streak. REPO-MAN, mid 30s to mid 40s, Caucasian, punctual, a man with a mission who lives by the motto "early to bed early to rise." BUFF NEIGHBOR, mid 20s to early 40s, Caucasian, enjoys weightlifting and baking cupcakes, an upright citizen willing to help his neighbors, unforgiving of those who take advantage of his kindness. Though not gay, he has a secret fetish with wearing bright pink clothes. MOM, mid to late 30s, Caucasian, a stay-at- home mom, she brings her five year old boy everywhere she goes. BOY, 4-7, Caucasian, has a wild imagination, pays attention to details most adults are too busy to notice. MOVERS, 20s to 30s, any race, blue-collared working men who get off on working side jobs for the Repo-Man. JACKSON POLLOCK, a middle-aged cat, has a love-hate relationship with his caretaker, Luke. For more information, please see www.ctpicturesllc.com.

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MUSICIAN NEEDED FOR "CASH ONLY", SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

Knock Twice Films is casting for the short film "Cash Only." Location: Manhattan. Duration: 3 days, starts mid March. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Non-Union. Director: Asher Novek. A musician returns to the stage for one last performance. Apply to: Asher Novek - cashonlyfilm@yahoo.com. Seeking: Male / 31-40 yrs. / Edward is a music producer, he is all business and very stubborn. Male / 51-60 yrs. / Paul is a retired musician coming out of retirement for one last show. He cares more about his music than his fame. *Must be able to play instrument. Please, when responding, list instruments. Also, must be able to bring instrument to audition.

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SCHOOL VISUAL ARTS CASTING SHORT FILM "MEG & GEORGE", NEW YORK

School of Visual Arts is casting for the short film "Meg & George." . Location: Longport, NJ. Two weekends, starts March 23rd. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Non- Union. Director: Peggy O'Leary. The film is about two best friends coming of age and the parallel lives they live. The young friends find themselves falling apart in the most important times in their lives. Apply to: Peggy O'Leary - oleary.peggy@gmail.com. Seeking: Steve Hughes, 35, a handsome young father who is cheating on his wife with Meg. Meg, 19, Beautiful but a mess of a person. Outrageous and confused at who she is. Best friends with George. George, 19, shy, nervous and depressed. Best friends with Meg. Abby, 20, a sweet, beautiful bohemian looking girl. She is dating George.

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"THE SHARPEST TOOL IN THE SHED", NYU SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

New York University. Duration: One Week, starts Apr 4-11. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Non-Union. Director: Rachael Kliman. In a small Rhode Island cemetery, Emmett Shaw, a misanthrope dedicated to his job as a gravedigger finds everything he has worked for and cares about in jeopardy when the existence of his cemetery is threatened by an influx of deaths slowly claiming the finite land that remains. Having spent all his time cultivating his cemetery, Emmett is forced to face the complex reality that his life has consisted of nothing else. The Sharpest Tool in the Shed is a story of change, choices, and of finding one's place in the world. Apply to: Rachael Kliman. Seeking: 1. Male / 31-40 yrs./ White. EMMETT- The role of EMMETT SHAW. Aloof gravedigger who is dedicated to his job, hindering him from cultivating personal relationships. Spending his days making rubbings of the headstones that fill his cemetery and daydreaming about the lives the dead might have led, Emmett has found the only true connection he has is to his cemetery. Sensitive and untrusting, Emmett leads a of life of detached solitude, only finding peace when he is at the cemetery. 2. Male / 41-50 yrs. PRIEST- The role of the PRIEST. Wise, kind, and patient. The Priest attempts to solve everyone’s problems, despite the fact that his solutions are not always ideal. His sermons are not widely attended, but he takes pride in each one in the same way he attempts to learn about and remain close to all of his congregants. He is diligent and humble, but has a life outside of his church.

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ON STAGE NARRATOR/ACCOMPANIST NEEDED, VIRGINIA BEACH

Seeking a charming, attractive, articulate male. On stage experience helpful. Job start date Date: 3/5/2007. Job End Date: 4/1/2007. Union Information: Non- Union. Salary: $600/$120 per diem. Virginia Musical Theatre, 228 N. Lynnhaven Rd. #114, Va. Beach, VA 23452. Contact: Jeff Meredith, Jeff@VMTheatre.org. Fax: (757) 340-5398.

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