Showing posts with label acting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label acting. Show all posts

Friday, July 20, 2007

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

STRANGE SNOW, AUDITIONS BY APPOINTMENT, NEW YORK

Auditions will be held by appointment on August 11th with callbacks on the 12th. Ripley-Grier Studios 520 8th Ave., 16th Floor. Eos Theater Co. is accepting submissions for a production of Strange Snow written by Stephen Metcalfe. Performances are October 25-November 4 at the Workshop Theater, 312 W. 36th Street. Director: Jeff Cureton. Equity-showcase approval pending. Please prepare a one-minute contemporary monologue. Seeking: Megs (mid 20s-30s): boisterous, loveable redneck, heart of gold, has a dark dangerous side. David (mid 20s-30s): buddy of Megs from Vietnam, lost himself after the war, drinks too much, sarcastic. Martha (mid 20s-30s): David's sister, biology teacher, warm, generous, wry sense of humor, willing to take a chance on love. Also seeking all actor types for future productions. Please send headshot and resume to Eos Theater Co. c/o Kristen Duffy 72-54 Calamus Ave. Woodside, NY 11377 or email headshot and resume to Eostheaterco@hotmail.com.

---------------------------------------------------------------

SVA STUDENT FEATURE FILM, BABY D, NEW YORK

Casting for "Baby D," a School of Visual Arts student feature film that has the potential to go abroad. Employer: sva student film Duration: 11/25/07, starts 9/15/07 Non-Union artist contracts Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Director: Deidre Britter. Shooting in New York. Synopsis: A comedy about a player, Mike, who messes with the wrong female, Amina, and gets a taste of his own medicine. Amina then winds up hooking up with Richard, Mike's best friend. All are unaware of the connection. Mike goes through many dillema's which eventually teaches him how to treat women. Duration: 9/15 - 11/25. Non Union. Payment is lo/no/deferred. Auditions and shoot dates to be announced, however auditions and shooting will begin in September. Apply to: Deidre Britter - dbritter@sva.edu. Seeking: Mike - black male between the ages of 25-30. This character is a fitness trainer that loves women. He gets involved with Amina, who causes him to go through various dilemmas. Partial nudity Amina - black female between the ages of 25-30. Amina is a shild social worker. After her rendevouz with Mike, Amina ends up dating her coworker Richard, who is Mike's best friend. Partial nudity Stacy - black female between 22-30. Stacy is Mike's girldfriend. They share a child, named Iris, together. She is very tired of his cheating ways. Iris - black female between the ages of 6month-2 years. Iris is Mike and Stacy's daughter. Richard - caucasian male between the ages of 25-30. Child social worker. Best friends with Mike. However Richard is nothing like Mike. He is not the player type. He happens to be deeply in love with Amina. Partial nudity. Jake - Caucasian or black male between the ages of 25-30. Age can vary. Jake is also Mike's friend. His personality is similar to Mike's. Jake supports Mike when he goes through his ordeal. Ms. Gladys - Any race between the ages of 60-100. Ms Gladys is the maid at the fitness center where Mike works at. She ends up stalking Mike. Mr. Bailey and Mr. Greene -black, Caucasian males between the ages of 40 - 100. They are chess players who give Mike advice during his ordeal. Lordes and Sonya -Any race females between the ages of 20-30. They are lesbians who have an encounter with Mike at the club. Counter girl - Any race female between the ages of 20 - 40. A worker at the diner where Mike meets Amina. Bag lady - Any race female between the ages of 30 - 50. Bag lady approaches Mike as well as guy in line for help. Poet - Any race male between the ages of 25-40. Recites a poem during poetry night. Psychiatrist- Caucasian or black male between the ages of 40 -60. Misunderstands Mike's situation. he has Mike wrongfully admitted. Witch doctor- black male. African descent is a plus. between the ages of 30 - 80. Mike seeks the witchdoctor for advice. Mya - Any race female between the ages of 13 - 15. Mya is a client at the child center where Amina and Richard works. Also need extras as well for the group session scenes at the center. Need male and female teens. Mike's cellmate in jail - Any race male between the ages of 40 - 60. Character gives Mike advice in jail. He is a homeless man. Gay guy in jail - Any race male between the ages of 25 - 40. Guy flirts with Mike and is insulted when Mike declines. He pays a bully to beat him up. Bully in jail - Any race male between the ages of 30 - 40. Bully fights Mike but apologizes afterward when he discovers Mike's situation. Extras needed for various scenes. Any race-Any age males and females needed.

---------------------------------------------------------------

SMASHED, FEATURE FILM, NEW YORK & MARYLAND

Want to live at the beach for six weeks? Casting for an indie feature shooting on location in Ocean City, Maryland. Director: Ryan Gielen. Shooting September-October. Non-Union artist contracts. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Casting July 17-18 in New York, July 19-20 in Maryland. Film is a coming-of-age drama about four high school friends who head to 'beach week' with high expectations, only to find everything except what they were looking for. Please send headshots and resumes to: Ryan - smashedfilm@gmail.com. Seeking: MELISSA: White. 18, average, cold and bitter. CHELSEA: White. 18, a lush, the party girl. MEGS: White. 18, the girl next door, the one who always gets her heart broken. ANDY: White. 18, the softie, totally whipped by his girlfriend. NICKIE: White. 18, small, wired, the troublemaker. MATTIE: White. 18, strong and silent. WILL: 18, the quiet one. STUART: 18, suffers from ADD, always on Ritalin. ANNIE: 18, the hot girl, and she knows it. Should be comfortable with one scene of tasteful partial nudity at climax of film.

---------------------------------------------------------------

LESSONS LEARNED, FEATURE FILM, BALTIMORE

Kubla Khan Productions is casting for the feature film "Lessons Learned," shooting in Baltimore. Duration: October 2007, starts September 2007. Non Union. Payment is lo/no/deferred. Director: Kalima Young; Aj Hyde. "Lessons Learned" is an intense psychological thriller about a rash of serial killings occuring in Mt. Vernon, Baltimore and a journalist who doesn't know if he is the killer or the next victim. Web: http://www.myspace.com/kublakhanproductions. Please send headshots and resumes to: Kalima Young; Aj Hyde, 1538 Ramblewood Road, Baltimore, MD 21239. Seeking: Justin Bishop - Male- 25-30. African American. Troubled writer/photographer who finds himself a suspect in a rash of serial killings. Raymond Ahmad - Male - 51-60 yrs. African American. Homicide detective leading the investigation. The Policeman - Male - 25-30. Any Ethnicity. Imposing authority type. Sean, the Waiter - Male / 18-24 yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Attractive, flirtatious. Transgender Prostitute - Male / 18-24 yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Young Cop - Male / 25-30 yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Man #1 - Male / 25-30 yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Requires Nudity. Attractive, gay. Man # 2 - Either gender / 25-30 yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Requires Nudity. Attractive, gay. Pretty Nurse - Female / 25-30 yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Cop at Hospital - Male / 18-24 yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Anchor Person- Either gender / 31-40 yrs. / Any Ethnicity. College Student #1 - Male / 18-24 yrs. / Any Ethnicity.

---------------------------------------------------------------

DISNEY OPEN CALL FOR JEDI MASTERS, FLORIDA

Mon, July 30, 10 AM and 6 PM, Disney's Maingate Office Complex, 3010 Maingate Lane, Kissimmee, FL 34747, Walt Disney World Resort is holding open auditions for Jedi Masters. Disney World Contract, $13.52/hr Minimum, incl. Equity Pension & Disney Health Talent Casting/Auditions: Amy A. Casso No appointment necessary. Sign in begins 1 hour prior to each call. Please attend only one call. Be prepared to read from a side. Be prepared to move if asked. Bring non-returnable current picture and resume. Applicants may be called back at a later date and asked to do a costume / wig fitting or learn additional music, scripts, or a movement combination. Applicants must be 18 years of age. Seeking: Jedi Masters: Athletic actors with strong interactive skills to portray the Jedi Master in the Jedi Training Academy to be performed daily at the Disney-MGM Studios. This will allow guests, both young and young at heart, to "feel the force" as the Jedi Master instructs them in the ancient art of wielding a Light Saber. For more information, visit: www.DISNEYAUDITIONS.com Or call the Audition Hotline at 407-397-3299.

---------------------------------------------------------------

HOME FOR THE WEEK, SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

Momentum Studios is casting the short film "Home for the Week." Non-ACTRA. Shooting in New York for one week this fall. Director: Tom Savage. Synopsis: When Kelly Strada and her teenage daughter Tessa inherit a cottage on the lake they thought it was a dream come true. However the cottage is in less than dreamy condition. Frustrated with unreliable repairmen, Kelly and Tessa decide to fix it up themselves. At first it goes well but when a chain reaction of accidents leave Kelly and Tessa trapped helplessly in different rooms of the cottage barely able to hear each other. The two then race to concoct a plan to get out of their sticky situation before their time runs out. Please send headshots and resumes to: Peter Goreman - momentumstudios@yahoo.com Seeking: Tessa, 15-17, is a regular flighty teenager but is exited to help her mother renovate their new cottage. However after becoming stuck in carpeting glue she has to become stronger to help her mother get them out of their situation. Kelly, 25-30, is a tough business woman who is out of her element in a cottage setting. While trying to repair a broken antique dresser ends up getting both of her hands 'locked' into a stuck drawer. Trying to keep her wits and come with a plan, she must coordinate with her daughter, stuck in a different room, all the while hiding her own distress.

---------------------------------------------------------------

STAGED COMEDY, OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS, NEW JERSEY

The Barn Theatre in Montville, New Jersey kicks off its 80th Anniversary Season by holding auditions for the Joe DiPietro comedy "Over the River and Through the Woods" on Saturday, July 14, 2007 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm and on Sunday, July 15, 2007 from 7:00 - 10:00 pm. Cheryl Marocco Hartley of Montville directs. The Barn Theatre is located on Skyline Drive in Montville, NJ, just minutes off Exit 47 from Route 287. For more information or directions, call The Barn Theatre Box Office at (973) 334-9320, or visit The Barn on the web at www.barntheatre.org; info@barntheatre.org Auditioners are asked to arrive and register within the first two hours of the audition. All roles are available; casting is open to all and newcomers are especially welcomed and encouraged. The audition will consist of readings from the script. Crew and other backstage volunteers are also needed and are encouraged to contact the theatre at info@barntheatre.org Performances will be Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from September 7-22, 2007 with possible additional benefit performances on September 13 and 20. Presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc. Nick is a single, Italian-American guy from New Jersey. His parents have retired and moved to Florida, but that doesn't mean his family isn't still in New Jersey. In fact, he sees both sets of his grandparents every Sunday for dinner. This is his routine until he has to tell them that he's been offered a dream job that will take him to Seattle and away from his beloved, yet annoying, grandparents. When he tells them, the news doesn't sit very well. And thus begins a series of hilarious schemes (including bringing to dinner the lovely - and single - Caitlin O'Hare as bait) as Aida, Frank, Nunzio and Emma do their level best to keep Nick from moving away. Cast Requirements: (3 men & 3 women) NICK CRISTANO -- (Male, early 30's) - Devoted grandson FRANK GIANELLI -- (Male, 55+) - Nick's maternal grandfather, cranky AIDA GIANELLI -- (Female, 55 +) - Nick's maternal grandmother, loves to cook NUNZIO CRISTANO -- (Male, 55 +) - Nick's paternal grandfather, reserved EMMA CRISTANO -- (Female, 55+) - Nick's paternal grandmother, fun loving CAITLIN O'HARA -- (Female, mid 20s to early 30s) - Irish American, attractive and charming.

---------------------------------------------------------------

THE GREATEST STORY NEVER TOLD, NEW YORK

Sat, July 21, 1 - 4 PM, South Oxford Space, 138 S. Oxford, Brooklyn, NY
MyView Productions is casting The Greatest Story Never Told. Rehearsals begin Sept. 10; runs Oct. 10-Nov. 4. with possible two week extension at Where Eagles Dare Studio Theatre, NYC.. Call 718-249-7049. Prepare a comic monologue no longer than two minutes in length. Paid. Please bring headshot/resume. Seeking: Jesus - female, 33, African-American, comedy background a plus; TV News Director: male, 30s, Caucasian.

---------------------------------------------------------------

PHANTOM - EQUITY/NON-EQUITY, NEW YORK

Casting for Yeston and Kopit's Phantom, Westchester Broadway Theatre, Elmsford, NY. AEA Dinner Theatre Contract. Will See Equity And Non-Equity. Director: Robert Cuccioli. Choreographer: Tony Stevens. Musical Director: David Andrews Rogers. Executive Producers: Bill Stutler & Bob Funking. Casting Director: Lisa Tiso. Interview Dates: August 6 & 7. Rehearsals start: 9/24/07. Opens: 10/10/07. Closes: 1/27/08 (unpaid hiatus from 11/26 thru 12/25). Seeking: The Phantom (Erik): Imposing, magnetic presence; dashing figure; deep sense of mystery & danger about him. 20s-30s, strong actor with very legit lyric baritone (F to F), must move very well. Christine Daee/Belladova: Early 20s, lovely actress with legit soprano vocal range (B flat to B flat), must move well. Count Philippe De Chandon: Late 20s, handsome, charming & elegant actor with light baritone (B flat to E flat), must move well. Gerard Carrier: Erik's father - 50s or older, warm, genial and fatherly, elegant & charming bass-baritone (B flat to E flat). Alain Cholet: New owner/manager of Paris Opera. distinguished gentleman with a flair for the dramatic, 40s to 50s, strong character actor with baritone vocal range. Carlotta: Cholet's wife - self proclaimed opera diva who is her own biggest fan. 40ish, strong elegantly comic character actress - fiery mezzo or soprano with strong low voice and upper extension to B. Jean-Claude: Stage manager of opera house - kindly gentleman, 30s or older, strong character actor with baritone vocal range. Inspector Ledoux: Chief of Paris police. 40s or older, strong character actor with baritone vocal range. Hardcopy Only To:Lisa Tiso Westchester Broadway Theatre 1 Broadway Plaza Elmsford, NY 10523 PLEASE MARK PHANTOM ON ENVELOPE.

---------------------------------------------------------------

SIMPATICO THEATRE PROJECT CASTING THE WHY, PHILADELPHIA

Fri, Aug 3 from 6:30 - 10 PM and Sat, Aug 4 from 1-5 PM. Conference room on the 2nd floor of the Simpatico Theatre Project office building, 525 South 4th St. Philadelphia. Simpatico Theatre Project in Philadelphia, PA will be holding auditions for its production of Victor Kaufold's The Why, to be performed Oct 10-28 in the 2nd Stage of the Adrienne Theater, located at 2030 Sansom St. Rehearsals for The Why will take place Mon-Fri from 6-10p beginning on Sept 3, and will be held in the Adrienne's 2nd floor rehearsal space. Performances will take place Wed-Sat nights with a Sun matinee. If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an audition time slot, please contact Stage Manager Katie Driscoll at kdriscoll@simpaticotheatre.org. Sides will be available, no monologues necessary. Stipend provided. Seeking: Three Men and One Woman, aged approx. 20-30, to each play a wide variety of characters. Callbacks will be Sun, Aug 5 from 6-8p.

---------------------------------------------------------------

FIVE TO SIX, WEB COMEDIC SERIES, NEW YORK/ NEW JERSEY

Tues, July 24th, Noon-4PM. Location: 350 W. 42nd St. 29th Fl, NYC. Auditions are being held for "Five to Six," an original Web-based comedic drama about college life. Please be prepared to cold read. Bring pix & resumes, stapled together. Possible pay, plus credit, meals, and travel provided. Shooting begins in August in NY and NJ. We are seeking male & female Actors: 18-50 to play students, professors, parents, and townies, all ethniticies and body types welcome.

---------------------------------------------------------------

BLUE IS GREEN IN VIETNAM, STUDENT SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

Casting is underway for the School of Visual Arts film "Blue Is Green In Vietnam." SAG Student Film Agreement. Graduate thesis DV short about a woman who is inflicted with an eye disorder that causes blindness. Shooting begins in August in the West Village. No Pay (Copy, credit). Auditions (by appointment) and will be held at the School of Visual Arts in NYC. Specific dates are to be determined pending response. Email headshots to loxendine@sva.edu. Actors must bring a short rehearsed monologue of choice and be ready to cold read. Seeking: Female: late 20s, Caucasian/European, dark hair, any eye color, slim build, increasing blindness caused by tunnel vision, (Lead).

---------------------------------------------------------------

BOOMERANG, FEATURE FILM, NEW JERSEY

Silent Sea Productions is casting for the Feature Film "Boomerang." Shooting August 13-31. Please email submissions and link to reel ASAP to silentseacasting@gmail.com or send to Silent Sea Casting, 26 Whitewood Place Old Bridge, NJ 08857, Attn: Mark Nistico. Pay/copy/credit/meals/trans/lodging. Seeking: Female Actor: 20s, Caucasian, medium height, practical, weathered, has seen rough times, attractive but not a model-type, edgy, (Lead) Male Actor: 20s, Caucasian, tall, charming, attractive, suave, highly intellectual, a well-read Bogart, (Lead) Male Actor: 20s, Caucasian, medium build, geekish, introverted, laconic, trusting, ambivalent; Male Actor: 40s, Caucasian, shrewd, timid, submissive, sneaky accountant Female Actor: 40s, Caucasian, arrogant, controlling, dominating bitchy wife. Male Actor: late 40s, Caucasian, stocky loan shark. Female Actor: 60s, Caucasian, frail, trusting, gullible, a grieving widow. Male Actor: 9-10, Caucasian, cantankerous kid, looks younger than his age.

---------------------------------------------------------------

GOING UP, COMMERCIAL, NEW YORK

A short film sponsored by 'Johnnie Walker'. Andres, a progressive young Hispanic man pursues the woman of his dreams as he celebrates his recent law school admission. Non-Union, 1 week, starts Mid August in NYC. Email: goingup07@gmail.com. Seeking: Andres: Age 24-26 Handsome dark-haired Latino. Shy and quirky,. A little on the nerdy-side but bursting with urban chic potential. Ambitious but reserved, wants more than anything to approach a stunning elusive beauty, and through encouragement of his roommate, and a few special friends, he is finally able to grasp what has been just out of reach. Ramone: Age 23-26 Handsome pony-tailed Latino. Cool, funny, smooth-talker, life of the party. Persuades shy friend to pursue his dream girl. In the process, gets him into some sticky situations. Frederico - late 30's to mid 40's. Latino Suave, sophisticated, boss-man with a soft side.. Man of few words and great power. Reminiscent of Harvey Keitel in "Mean Streets". When two strangers stumble upon his secret meeting, he takes them under his wing and leads them to the promised land. Golden Lady: Late 30's - early 40's. Latina. Mature, sophisticated beauty with an air of Mysticism. Speaks in cryptic messages, and leads a seeking man to his dream woman. Sapphire woman - Mid to late 20s. Latina. Stunning charming beauty. Captures the attention of shy young man, and inspires him to embark on an intense search for her. Tiny: 300lb intimidating body guard. Huge!!

---------------------------------------------------------------

FILM DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP

Crossroads Films (Igby Goes Down, Lovesong for Bobby Long) is looking for smart, reliable, and pro-active interns for our film division. Cover our scripts, tell us what you think of our projects, and see the inner workings of development. Crossroads also runs a television division and an editing division where we can possibly place you, if your interest lies there. We are looking for college students with excellent writing skills and the eagerness to compete any task, whether big or small. Internship starts ASAP and lasts through fall semester. Please apply to vcho@x-rds.com.

Friday, June 08, 2007

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

THEATER PRODUCTION OF ANNE FRANK & ME -- P.O.V., HAVERHILL

Stage Company in Haverhill, Mass. is holding open auditions for Cherie Bennett's ANNE FRANK & ME. Synopsis: A modern-day teen travels back in time to experience life from the perspective of a Jewish girl amidst the tragedies of World War II. A truly multigenerational story, both in cast and audience appeal. We are looking for 20+ MEN/ WOMEN/TEENS. Actors should be prepared to read from the script. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call P.O.V. Stage Company at (978) 518-1432. Audition dates: June 21 & 22, 6PM - 9PM, Universalist Unitarian Church of Haverhill, 15 Kenoza Avenue Haverhill, MA.

---------------------------------------------------------------

NIGHT - PIC & RESUME REQUEST, NEW YORK

The Occasional Theatre is accepting photos and resumes for Night. NYC appointment auditions: June 12-14. To be considered, please send headshot/ resume to: Judy Bowman Casting 140 Cabrini Blvd #10 New York, NY 10033 The Occasional Theatre Equity Showcase approval pending. Writer: Philip Gerson Director: Michael Lilly Casting Director: Judy Bowman Casting 1st rehearsal: July 11, 2007. Runs as part of FringeNYC: On/about August 10 - 26 (five- eight performances). World premiere. Synopsis: Contemporary urban characters face fear, loss and the true meaning of love in this dramatic, whimsical story of three couples at different stages in their lives over the course of one night in NYC. The youngest couple marries; the bride instantly gets cold feet and runs away. Nearby, a middle-aged couple's plans to celebrate their 20th anniversary are disrupted, revealing deeper fractures in their relationship. And at a midtown gym, two 30something singles meet, seemingly by accident, and turn out to be just what the other needs, but is afraid to face. The characters' journeys intersect with one another, and with a mysterious elderly woman who may or may not be a ghost, until finally by dawn each has confronted the hollow existence of their life and begun to unlock the fear that has kept them there. Seeking: Peter: Man, mid 30s-early 40s, any ethnicity. Very successful realtor. Type A, ambitious, driven, workaholic. "Mr. Big" personality: quick-witted, charming, handsome, can get into any restaurant, club or girl's bed. Lacks meaning in life, commitment in relationships. It's catching up with him. Enormously generous but equally demanding - works 24/7, expects everyone who works for him to as well. Well-meaning but screwed up. Samantha: Woman, 30s, any ethnicity. Transformational, charismatic; has a quality all her own. Magnetic, engaging, haunting -- once you meet her you never forget her. Spent most of her life living in an old mansion taking care of her grandmother; that has imprinted an old-fashioned quality upon her, which makes her sensuality surprising. Actress also plays Mrs. Jones and Old Lady, two elderly female characters. Mrs. Jones is revealed to be Samantha's grandmother -- an ancient, but still sexy, wealthy woman with a unique blend of humor, bite and wisdom. All three of these roles are refractions of the same life-force woman. Clare: Woman, mid-late 40s, any ethnicity. Struggling in her suburban marriage to Dave. Loves him, but feels she gave up her youthful ambition (to be an artist) to become a wife/mother. Now their kids are grown; she wants to move back into the city to regain her youth. High-end travel agent (Peter is her best client), which means being available 24/7. She doesn't mind, and will sacrifice her anniversary date with her husband if it means scoring points to help her get back into the city. Dave: Man, mid 40s - early 50s, any ethnicity. In a huge mid-life crisis, in enormous pain. Recently lost his job to downsizing; his youngest child (a boy who didn't turn out the way Dave wanted) has just left the house; his wife Clare has become the sole breadwinner. Reacts with a short fuse and a wandering eye. Has constructed his life to avoid thinking about a life- altering childhood tragedy; that wall is starting to crumble. Good guy in a bad place. Ana: Latina, 20s. Marries Billy, but panics and becomes a runaway bride. Attractive, smart, hardworking and confident. Went through hell to emigrate from Latin America; her childhood poverty haunts her. Worked her way up from a laundromat to a fancy real-estate office; she is Peter's assistant and a Realtor-in-training. Loves Billy but realizes that he's not onboard with her huge need for upward mobility. Billy: Caucasian man, mid- late 20s. Sweet, genuine, comfortable in his own skin. Good guy with no ambition whatsoever except to have the family he never had as a kid. Grew up in a lower-middle-class family the youngest of many brothers; took care of them and his alcoholic mother. Brothers led him into a life of minor crime; he took the rap for them. Now a sous-chef in a hot restaurant, and a totally regular guy. Ana is the girl of his dreams.

---------------------------------------------------------------

THE FULL MONTY, BY APPT, MASSACHUSETTS

Theatre III of Acton, Mass announces auditions for The Full Monty - Directed by Corey Jackson; Music Direction by David Rose. Auditions will be held on June 24th (4-7pm) & June 25th (7-10pm). Callbacks, if needed: June 26th (7-10pm). Auditions are by appointment. Please contact Mary O'Loughlin for a 10 minute slot at maryoloughlin@verizon.net. If you cannot make the above dates, please contact Corey Jackson at cojackso@gmail.com to schedule a time to audition. We will try and accommodate everyone's busy summer schedules. Please prepare 32 bars up- tempo in the style of The Full Monty (jazz/rock/ modern). Please do not sing something from the show. Rehearsals will begin late August. Production runs Nov 2 - Nov 17 Theatre III is located at 250 Central St. Visit www.theatreiii.org for more information.

---------------------------------------------------------------

DEAD RIGHT!!! MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATRE, NORWICH

Actors wanted for Diana Feingold's new guess whodunit murder mystery Dead Right!!!. Seeking: Sexy "trophy wife"...and her blustering, older husband... Handsome, studly guy, 30's to mid 40s... Seemingly dumb, adorable woman in her 20's, early 30's... Older, paternalistic (but secretly lustful) man in his 40s, 50s. Performances, Saturday, July 14 at private family reunion, and first 2 weekends in Aug. at Donald L. Oat Theater in Norwich for 4 dinner theatre performances, and possibly also on Cape Cod. Call Diana Finegold for info: 860 204 9871.

---------------------------------------------------------------

THUMBNAILS, SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

Simply Coat is casting for the short film Thumbnails, shooting in Red Bank, NJ and Brooklyn, NY. Deferred pay, Food and travel expenses, DVD copy of completed film, IMDB credit, production photos. SAG Short Film Agreement. Casting will be held in Ripley Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave. by appointment only. Email headshots and resumes to set up audition to: William Hoffman, 95 Mt Vernon Street, Suite #41, Boston, MA 02108 or email thumbnailmovie@gmail.com. Synopsis: Instead of babysitting her little brother Davey, Margot fidgets with her webcam hoping that the whole world will see he boyfriend Benedict say, I love you. Unsupervised, Davey and his best friend Milo steal a video camera and embark on the bestest, most dangerous bravery test of all time infinity - jumping off Davey's second story roof. Meanwhile, Todd, Margot and Davey's dad willingly tangles himself in a promiscuous digital affair. In a single moment, all of the events literally smash together and create an outlandishly YouTube video that's doomed for fame. Seeking: Margot: Female, Caucasian, a scraggly 17 year-old who likes to be seductive. She is controlling, yet tender. Margot will laugh in your face, then kiss you softly on the neck. Role requires partial nudity, Margot will take a digital picture of her wearing a bra. Benedict: Male, Caucasian, a gaunt 17 year-old who struggles to find the meaning of sex. He is insecure and considerate. After his girlfriend Margot exploits him online, benedict can't tell if she loves him or hates him, so he tries to grow a mustache. Role requires partial nudity, Benedict is wearing a t-shirt and underwear in one scene. Davey: Male, Caucasian, well kempt 8 year- old who rambunctiously seek Internet fame. He is short witted and bossy. He loves his best friend Milo but threatens to whiz in his mouth. No nudity. Milo: Male, Ethnicity open, a shaggy 8 year-old who struggles to keep his best friend Davey out of trouble. He is naïve, yet responsible. When Milo gets nervous, he grabs his groin. No nudity. Todd: Male, Caucasian, a father in his late 40s who hides his fierce sexual energy. The proud owner of a trophy shop, Todd is cocky, yet insecure. His relentless libido has himself coiled in an illicit digital affair. Role requires partial nudity, Todd drives a car with his pants at his ankles in one scene, though he is wearing underwear. Ethel: Female, Ethnicity open, a wrinkled woman in her 80s. She is bitter, yet understanding. Slow and shaky, Ethel is a longtime employee of Todd's Trophies. No nudity. Celeste: Female, Foreign ethnicity, a hot girl in her late teens. Celeste is immature and kinky. Recently employed at the trophy shop, she is having a promiscuous digital affair with Todd, the owner. No nudity.

---------------------------------------------------------------

1170 UNDERDOG - STAGED STORY OF GENHIS KHAN, NEW YORK

Casting is underway for 1170 Underdog... a Historical Story, about a Mongolian boy-genius who one day would be known as Genghis Khan in the 13th Century A.D. Mary E. Goulet (prod.); Scott A. Reagan (dir.). You must be available for ALL of the following: theatre rehearsals Aug. 6 & 7, 6-8:30 p.m.; runs Aug. 8, 10 & 11 at 7 p.m. a t the Manhattan Repertory Theatre, 303 W. 42nd St., NYC. Auditions will be held by appt. in NYC. To schedule an appt., submit to 1170Underdog Casting, 1525 Lincoln Circle, No. 107, McLean, VA 22102. If you would like to submit by email, or for more information, first send an email WITHOUT attachment to WorldsAwayMary@aol.com. Note: If you are submitting a child, a professional headshot is not necessary. Seeking: Young Temujin: 8-year-old Mongolian boy who is very poor, an outcast; Temujin: as an adult man, a genius, later in his career known as Genghis Khan; Young Jamuka: a well-born aristocratic Mongolian boy, slightly older than Young Temujin; Jamuka: a Mongolian warrior leader in the early 13th Century A.D.; Begter: a Mongolian boy about 10 years old, the older half-brother of Young Temujin, a very poor outcast; Torghill a/k/a Ong Khan: male, 40+, the most powerful, top Mongolian king; Kaz: a 13th-century Muslim man; Envoy: male, with a beautiful face; Muhammed: male, Turkish sultan; Muhammed's Son: male, son of the Turkish sultan, age range about 8-22.

---------------------------------------------------------------

A HANDFUL OF DUST, WESTERN STAGE PLAY, NEW JERSEY

Casting for A Handful of Dust: A Western Stage Play. We are looking for an exceptional cast for a theatrical presentation at the end of August. Ages 11-22. Pay possible. Please visit: www.crystaladvertising.com for submission details and character breakdowns. Email Photos to: hfdcasting@yahoo.com or regular mail to: A Handful Of Dust. 60 Washington Ave Carteret NJ 07008. Attn: Casting.

---------------------------------------------------------------

BRIEF CONFESSIONS, STAGE PRODUCTION WITH GAY THEME, NEW YORK

Casting non-Equity understudies for an August production of Brief Confessions. Stipend: $40 per show. Synopsis: Six actors go on an audition for which they think is a legitimate film but when they arrive find out it was a scam the film they arrive on the set for is really an adult film. They cast gets to know each other a lot deeper after they wind up in jail for the night and they express their true feelings to one another as well as their fantasies from childhood until today. They all share a similar dream, monologues and flashbacks of each actor are presented in a humorous as well as erotic form. No nudity in this production. Actors must be comfortable performing in costume shorts and be able to move well. Stage experience preferred. Age range from 20s up to 40. The show is mainly gay themes. Breakdown Of Characters: Seeking Understudies that can learn lines very easily (UNDERSTUDIES ONLY) Show to be performed at a Cabaret theatre Aug 2-4th 3 nights may be extended. Seeking: Frat Boy---Innocent but loves to look at himself in mirrors (20's) Georgio--A tough leather daddy type in good shape, verbal like to have his body worshipped (30-40) Hawk-- Southern accent preferred from a very religious family moves to NYC to get away from the stix adapt to big city life (20's) Robbie--Sexy go-go boy type well defined body, loves to be admired and confused about his sex (late 20's to 30) Twinkie--Male Prostitute (ESCORT) daring loves to hit on straight guys for fun (20's) Vincenzo--Coming out of the closet wants to find love in the worst way always attracts the wrong guys (20-30) Please submit all headshots and resumes to AFCollection@gmail.com You will be notified by e-mail about an audition.

---------------------------------------------------------------

NON-UNION STAGE PRODUCTIONS SEEKING MINORITY ACTORS/ACTRESSES, NEW YORK

Platanos and Collard Greens and From Auction Block to Hip Hop, both Non-Union stage productions, are accepting ongoing submissions for African American male and female actors, Latina actresses, and Asian actresses for its ongoing New York City stage production and national college tours. Actors may perform intermittent dates throughout the tour and NYC production run. On tour travel and hotel are paid. In addition a stipend will be paid for each performance. Rehearsals begin immediately in NYC. Characters are African American male, African American female and Latina college students age 18-22 (Spanish speaking a plus for Latina college students), and Asian American female age 20-30 who is good with monologues. Also seeking African American male to play father and college professor age 35-45, and Latina woman to play mother age 35 -50 (Spanish speaking a must for Latina mother character). All college age characters must have a comfort with spoken word/poetry/rap. Send headshot and resume to Jamillah Lamb, PO Box 150188, Brooklyn, NY 11215-0188.

---------------------------------------------------------------

DECEPTION, SAG & NON-SAG, LA, PHOENIX, NEW ENGLAND

Sirona Studios is casting actors ranging in age from 4 to 90 for "Deception," an Arab Sopranos with a taste of the classic Hitchcock whodunit filmed in a Film Noir style; (think Maltese Falcon, Laura, and Double Indemnity). We are looking for Middle Eastern actors for key roles and at least one Asian Actor. We also need a person of short stature. We have a 24 day shoot in Southern NH and Northern Mass from 7/24 -8/18 with a wrap party on 8/19. We have several investors interested but as of this post, we have not yet secured financing. We are currently in talks with the agents for F. Murray Abraham, Fyvish Finkle, and Katherine Ross among others. If financing is secured, we will have a SAG production but can hire non-SAG actors too. If not, we all have 3 weeks of fun and meet at Sundance. This is your chance to work with an award winning Producer/Director on a film going to Sundance. Given the tight schedule, we will not be able to hold a call in NYC. We will have calls in LA and Phoenix and those will be announced. For New England, we have 3 open calls scheduled for 6/15, 6/ 22, and 6/29 with screen-tests at our Merrimack Studios by appointment on 6/16, 6/23, and 6/30. The calls are located at the Merrimack Court House, the second Floor of the Town Hall Complex, 8 Baboosic Lake Road, Merrimack NH 03054. Calls start promptly at 5 PM, you must get there by 8 PM to be registered, Please bring resumes, portfolios, and/or comp cards. Those selected for a screen-test will be provided with scripts to prepare. For an appointment, please email sironastudios@gmail.com. Check out Web site for details: www.sironastudios.com.

---------------------------------------------------------------

JESUS AND JAINA, SHORT FILM, N EW YORK

Middle of Road Productions is casting the short film "Jesus and Jaina," shooting in New York City for 3 days beginning Aug 1. Director: Geva Patz. Synopsis: One week while attending church Jaina meets Jesus. Inviting him to stay in her basement, he tells her he is supposed to be planning the apocalypse, but thinks a total drag. God sends John the Revelator on Halloween to get Jesus on track. Dressed as a woman (and Jaina as a butterfly), John catches up with Jesus and together they start the apocalypse. Payment: No/lo/deferred. Apply to: Julie Buck - jesusandjaina@gmail.com Seeking: Jesus is, well, Jesus. He has longish medium brown hair, a beard and wears a long white robe. Jesus should be trim and fairly thin. Jaina, is an 8 year old. She can be of any ethnicity and preferably behaves like a real child NOT a child actor. She is innocent, and plays the straight man to Jesus.

---------------------------------------------------------------

MISUNDERSTANDING, SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

Sesa Productions is casting the short film "Misunderstanding," shooting in Manhattan for 5 days beginning Sept 5. Director: Sara Seligman. Synopsis: A Raw drama inspired by Albert Camus's work. Somewhere in the world Ester and Teresa (Daughter - Mother) run a Motel. No matter how beautiful it might seem, it's hell for them and they are willing to do anything to get out of there. Anything includes murdering any possible rich person that stays at their motel. Robert is their next victim, but they don't know it's the long gone son Teresa has been waiting for the last 18 years. While he grasps for the right words to explain the abandonment he gets murdered by his own sister and mother. Payment: Lo/No/Deferred. Please send headshots and resumes to: Sara Seligman misunderstanding07@yahoo.com Seeking: TERESA, 50's- 60's. Ester's mother. A women how's past haunts her everyday, guilt and murder are part of her daily life. She has been waiting for her son to come back since he left 18 years ago. Roberto, 30's-40's Teresa's son. He left everything in his early teens to find happiness somewhere else, he hasn't contacted his family since. He found that long search happiness, but he can't enjoy until he shares it with his mother and sister. ESTER, Early 20's. She was born in the motel her mother runs, and grew up in her brother's shadow even though he hasn't been there for the last 18 years. A women that grew up to soon. She is extremely strong, you might say emotionally frozen. Must speak Spanish with Mexican accent. Emotionally challenging scenes. Nicole, 20's-30's Roberto's wife. She has been married to Roberto for 4 years. She came to support him in reconnecting with his family, she never new what this meant for their relationship. One very emotional scene.

---------------------------------------------------------------

NYFA UNTITLED SAG SHORT, NEW YORK

Casting for a New York Film Academy thesis short, a surreal odyssey based on vignettes set in the past, present, and future. The storyline deals with death, rebirth, transit, creativity, sexuality, love, hatred, maternity, identity, human suffering, immigration, voyeurism, and art. Shooting 6/11-6/18. No pay. Food, copy, credit & travel provided. Apply to New York Film Academy, SOHO 568 Broadway, Suite 201-206 New York, NY 10012 or by email to emmanuel.trousse@gmail.com. Seeking: Child Actors: ages 7-12, boys and girls, from Asia, India, South America, for the role of immigrants, consists of being in one room working behind a sewing machine to depict child labor. African-American Pupeteer: male; Ballerina and Exotic Dancer: mid-20s, female dancers, no nudity Blind Saxophone Player: 50+, Caucasian musician, saxophone player Journalist: male, 30-70, with thick beard Suburban Couple: male and female, 60+ Gypsie Beggar: female, 30+ Untitled Role: African-American, mid-20s, tall and slim, strong theatre experience and imagination required.

Thursday, April 26, 2007

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

BRUNDAGE PARK PLAYHOUSE HOLDS AUDITIONS FOR "INTO THE WOODS", NEW JERSEY

Mon, May 14, Tues, May 15th, Wed, May 16. 6PM -10PM all three days. Tuesday auditions recommended for those 18 and under. Brundage Park Playhouse on Carrell Road, Randolph, NJ. Brundage Park Playhouse will be holding auditions for INTO THE WOODS by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine. Directed by Patrick Magill. Musical Direction by Matthew Swiss. Auditioners are asked to prepare 32 measures of a song in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided. Cold readings from the script will also be provided at the auditions. Callbacks will be held at Brundage Park Playhouse on Sun, May 20. Performances will be: July 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28, August 3, 4 at 8PM. July 22, 29 at 2PM. For more information contact the director at ActeurMan240@hotmail.com. For directions and other Brundage Park Playhouse information call 973-989-7092 or visit our website at www.brundageparkplayhouse.org. Seeking: Narrator: Male, any age. Cinderella: Female, 16 - 22. Jack: Male, 14 - 18. Jack's Mother: Female, 35 - 45. The Baker: Male, 20 - 30. The Baker's Wife: Female, 20 - 30. Cinderella's Stepmother: Female, 35 - 45. Florinda: Female, 14 - 20. Lucinda: Female, 14 - 20. Cinderella's Father: Male, 45 - 55. Little Red Ridinghood: Female, 10 - 16. The Witch: Female. Cinderella's Mother: Female, 45 - 55. Mysterious Man: Male, 45 - 55. Wolf: Male. Granny: Female, 55 - 65. Rapunzel: Female, 15 - 22. Cinderella's Prince: Male, 18 - 26. Rapunzel's Prince: Male, 17 - 24. Steward: Male. Giant: Female.

---------------------------------------------------------------

DISNEY CRUISE LINE SEEKS MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMERS, NEW YORK

May 7th, 2007 Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave Suite 16, New York, NY. Open Dancer Audition at 10:00 a.m. Open Musical Theatre Vocalist Audition at 1:00 p.m. Disney Cruise Line is seeking talented and versatile musical theater performers for mainstage productions on their luxury cruise ships in the Caribbean and Bahamas. This audition will be held in conjunction with Hong Kong. Casting Directors will call back performers for each location as needed. Dancer audition: Male, need for male ensemble dancers who can sing on key. Female, need for females to portray classic Disney Character Look-a-like, must move very well. Vocalist audition: Need for 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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

POLONIUS ROLE FOR NON-UNION HAMLET, NEW YORK

The part of Polonius in an outdoor production of a non-union Hamlet this summer, Arts4All Theatre Group is accepting headshots and resumes from non-union actors who can play age 40 and above. Honorarium paid; additional pay possible. Rehearsals in NYC. By email (preferred) to Arts4All.TheatreGroup@yahoo.com or mail to Jane Prendergast, Artistic Director, 260 Sunset Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631.

---------------------------------------------------------------

TEAM FACELIFT, CASTING HIP HOP MUSIC VIDEO, NEW YORK

HD music video for NY based hip hop group Team Facelift is seeking and attractive white female actress between the ages of 16 - 24 who is petite, girl next door type and capable of playing a wide range of emotions. Please send headshots and photos and resumes to TEAMFACELIFTVIDEOWL@YAHOO.COM. Compensation: No/Lo/Deferred payment, but food, credit, copy, transportation, etc. provided. Seeking Union and Non-Union. Producer / Director: Alex Levit, William Djuric. Shooting in Manhattan. Dates: TBA. Please submit no later than May 7.

---------------------------------------------------------------

PANIC IN NEW YORK, SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

Penny Dreadful Productions is casting the short film "Panic in New York." Shooting for seven days in NYC, starting May 14. Director: Marcos Herrera. Synopsis: An outbreak has hit New York City and the infected are feasting on the flesh of the living. The story takes place during the first night of the epidemic and is told through the eyes of a twenty-something couple. At first, they're oblivious to the trouble, but through the news reports on television the true horror is revealed. They soon realize it's time to leave the safety of their apartment when someone they love is struck down. Payment: Lo/no/deferred. Please send headshots and resumes to: Marcos Herrera - pennydreadfulproductions@gmail.com. Seeking: Veronica: 25 - 30. News reporter. She'd been wasting time doing fluff pieces for the local news and thinks covering this pandemic could be her big break. Francis: 25 - 30. A smart ass. Lucy looks towards him for strength during this time. Lucy: 18 - 24. Recently relocated to NY for her job. She is trying to establish her place in the world. Joanna: 18 - 24. Lucy's cousin. She gets infected and runs to Lucy's apartment for help.

---------------------------------------------------------------

COLUMBIA UNIV. SHORT COMEDY FILM, NEW YORK

Columbia University Graduate Short Film casting for a comedy not unlike Whit Stillman's "Metropolitan." Director: Graham Mason. Synopsis: A dinner party goes horribly awry when Harry decides to break up with his girlfriend after discovering a horrific picture of him that she painted. Payment: Lo/no/deferred. Shooting in New York City for 3 days, starting May 18. Please e-mail headshot w/ resume to - metropolitanmovie@gmail.com. **Must be free to audition on Friday, April 27, from 4-8 p.m. Auditions will be at Columbia Univ. Main campus. Seeking: Harry: 30s. Midwestern, neurotic, neat, straight, somewhat hip, but not too hip - literary hip. Good- looking, but not gorgeous.

---------------------------------------------------------------

CHARLIE BROWN SYNDROME, SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

Mixed Dialects Entertainment is casting for the mini DV short film "Charlie Brown Syndrome." (www.myspace.com/mrockholmes) SAG Short Film Agreement. SAG Rep Katie Watson. Shooting in the Bronx and NYC on May 17. Pay: Deferred. DVD copy of completed film, transportation reimbursement, meals provided, small pay, referral for other projects. Parkchester is a nice, easy to get to, mixed neighborhood in the Bronx. If I can find a closer location before then, I will update you. Send headshots & resumes (and link to your reel IF you have one) to: mixeddialects@optonline.net. Synopsis: Romantic Comedy. Two co-workers coincidentally take the same day off and decide to hangout. But they both have their own agenda. Seeking: LEAH - Female. Nerdy but has sex appeal. Not the prettiest girl but is attractive. Medium to slim build. Age range 24-30. Will be required to wear a towel as if just getting out of the shower but NO NUDITY. SEAN - Male. Comic book, Star Trek convention type. Must be in shape. Slightly geeky but cute. Please submit by May 4. Voice: Belt (B#2 to G4). SUSAN: Female. 25 - 33. Jonathan's sexy and supportive girlfriend. However, she is frustrated with Jonathan's fear of commitment. Voice: Belt (A#3 to D5).

---------------------------------------------------------------

I LOVE A PIANO - NON-UNION MUSICAL, NEW YORK

Mon, Apr 30. 10AM-1PM and 2PM-5:30PM. Chelsea Studios 151 West 26th St. 6th Floor. "I LOVE A PIANO" Tour is holding Open Call Auditions. Non-Equity Singer/Actor/Dancers. (PAID WORK). Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin. Conceived and Written by Ray Roderick and Michael Berkeley. Directed & Choreographed by: Ray Roderick. Casting: Mungioli Theatricals, Inc. Begins Reh: 8/26/ 07 in NYC. Begins Performances: 9/26/07 in Boston. For this audition, Please prepare two songs, one up- tempo and one ballad, each approximately 32 bars in length, in the style of the show (preferably by Irving Berlin) that show you off well. Bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring a current picture and resume, stapled together. SEEKING THE FOLLOWING ROLES: ALEX: (Male; Plays 40's) Baritone. Strong singer/COMEDIAN who moves well. Mature, charming and sophisticated. A bit gruff, the authority figure with a heart of gold. Tries to maintain control. SADIE: (Female; Plays 40's) Belt/Soprano. Strong singer/COMEDIAN who moves well. Mature and savvy with an earthy kind of sophistication. Lucille Ball or Eve Arden type. GEORGE: (Male; Plays 30's) Baritone/Tenor. Strong singer/dancer COMEDIAN. Handsome, romantic, playful. Tries to be suave and worldly, but fails. GINGER: (Female; Plays 30's) Strong Belt. Strong singer/dancer/COMEDIAN. Brassy, wise-cracking June Allison type. JIM: (Male; Plays 20's) Tenor/Baritone. Strong athletic dancer/ singer/ COMEDIAN. Young, enthusiastic, happy-go- lucky optimist. Athletic. Mickey Rooney type. EILEEN: (Female; Plays 20's) Belt/Soprano. Strong athletic dancer/singer/ COMEDIAN. Naïve, romantic, vulnerable, yet spunky. Judy Garland type. If you would like to be considered for this project but are unavailable to make it to this call, please send your picture and resume immediately to: 'I Love A Piano', c/o MUNGIOLI THEATRICALS, INC., 207 West 25th Street, 6th floor New York, NY 10001.

---------------------------------------------------------------

THE FELA KUTI PROJECT, NEW YORK

Thu, May 3. 10AM-1PM and 2PM-5:30PM. Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th St. 6th Fl. The Fela Kuti Project is holding non-equity auditions for female and male African, African-American or of African descent/mixed race, Principal Performers. Directed & Choreographed by BILL T. JONES. Please be prepared with an African Chant of your own choosing, as well as a contemporary/R&B/Afro beat song which shows off your voice and range. Bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring a current picture and resume, stapled together. ABILITY TO PLAY A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT (ESPECIALLY PERCUSSION!) WILL BE A PLUS. AT: SEEKING: OLDER MALE: (African, African-American or of African decent; Age may be late 30's to 50s or even 60s). Actor plays multiple characters, including FELA KUTI in the later part of his life and, perhaps a deceased Fela returning to look back at his life; the inventor of Afro beat Music; Political Activist and insurgent against the unjust government of Nigeria; He is ground glass and cacao beans; Declared Himself "The Black President" of Africa; Compelling with a wild energy & Great Passion; Commanding; Takes Power; Though it began with his love of music, when he was introduced to more in his life, he embraced it and began what became a political journey; Loves both Life and Disruption; Also must be able to play stern & rigid Christian authority figures, as well as Revelers and Compatriots; Playing Musical instruments is not necessary, but would be welcome. YOUNGER WOMAN #1: (African, African-American or of African decent; Plays Age 18 - Mid 30's). Has great beauty and sexual energy; Grounded and intelligent; This is the woman who changes Fela from an ordinary musician to a man with awareness of political history; ACTRESS MUST SING WELL (contemporary or Afro beat music), AS WELL AS ACT TO CARRY BOOK SCENES. OLDER WOMAN #2: (African, African- American or of African decent Plays Age late 30's - 50's). Has versatility to play Fela's Mother, a stern rigid strict Christian; revelers; compatriots; and possibly even Fela himself; A profound and compelling presence; ACTRESS MUST BE VERSATILE AND SING WITH GREAT PASSION (contemporary or Afro beat music), BE ABLE TO MOVE WELL, AND ACT TO PLAY MULTIPLE CHARACTERS. This NON-AEA Developmental Workshop will take place Mon Aug 6th thru Sat Aug 25th and require availability full days, 10am - 6pm. PAID WORK. For Further Info, please visit: http:// homepage.mac.com/roygabayproductions/FelaKuti. If you would like to be considered for this project but are unavailable to make it to this call, please send your picture and resume immediately to: THE FELA KUTI PROJECT, c/o MUNGIOLI THEATRICALS, INC., 207 West 25th Street, 6th floor New York, NY 10001. Thank you.

---------------------------------------------------------------

SINGERS NEEDED, DISNEY CRUISE LINE, NEW YORK

May 7, 2007 Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave Suite 16, New York, NY. Open Dancer Audition at 10: 00 a.m. Open Musical Theatre Vocalist Audition at 1:00 p.m. Disney Cruise Line is seeking talented and versatile musical theater performers for mainstage productions on their luxury cruise ships in the Caribbean and Bahamas. This audition will be held in conjunction with Hong Kong. Casting Directors will call back performers for each location as needed. Dancer audition: Male, need for male ensemble dancers who can sing on key. Female, need for females to portray classic Disney Character Look-a-like, must move very well. Vocalist audition: Need for 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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

HAPPY HOUR IMPROV, NEW YORK

Sat, Apr 21, 11AM-3PM. Ripley Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave., 16th Floor, Rm 16B. The Big Little Theatre, NYC. Duration: Three Weeks, starts May 1. Non-Union artist contracts. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. The Big Little Theatre is casting for Happy Hour, directed by Michael Horn. Synopsis: Happy Hour is a satire on narcissism, vanity, and sex. The show is comprised of 13 different comedic sketches, with some improv. This is a very funny show and a great experience for all involved. We are looking for excited actors, female and male, 20-35. Please bring a headshot and resume. Sides will be provided. Please send an email to michaelbowenhorn@yahoo.com with your name, phone #, and day and time of preferred audition. Seeking: One role calls for an African-American Female. One role calls for a Male with a Scottish accent. One role calls for a girl with a French accent.

---------------------------------------------------------------

ACTOR/COMEDIAN FOR WEDDINGS, BAR MITZVAHS, TRI-STATE AREA

Pasternak Productions is seeking an actor/comedian to portray a "comic rabbi" and appear at weddings, Bar Mitzvahs and Temple events throughout the Tri- State area. Open to any age over 18, but must have a "Catskills/Borscht Belt" feel. Excellent acting & improv ability required. Stand-up and/or MC experience extremely helpful. This is a great opportunity, as there is no conflict with any other performance jobs. (If you are not available, you don't have to accept our particular job for that weekend.) GREAT PAY and each performance is only about 20 minutes! Also casting for separate troupes (if you're thinking of relocating) in L.A., San Francisco, Las Vegas, Houston, Chicago, Baltimore/D.C., Florida, Boston, Philadelphia and Toronto. Please email a picture and resume to: pasproductions@yahoo.com (Put in the subject line - "Rabbi-NY.")

---------------------------------------------------------------

OFFICER DOWN, SHORT FILM, NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY

Casting for the short film "Officer Down," by Writer/ Director Richard Recco ("3000 Miles To Graceland." Synopsis: a short film ("Crash" meets "The Sopranos") to expand into a feature. The story is about a down-and-out detective struggling with faith and his marriage gets revenge on a drug addict who hit his son with a car bringing his family together and faith stronger. Shoot Dates: May 5-9. Location: NYC/ NJ. Pay: Low/No. Casting Call: April 16 -23. Contact: Joe (UPM) email: josephwf13@yahoo.com or phone: 610-247-8539. Roles: Grimes - (40-60), drug addict, pedophile, white, Hispanic. Coolidge - (40-60), cop, African American. Man - (30-50) cop, white. Man 2 - (30-50) white, drug addict, gets shot in head. Marie - (27-40) white, drug addict, having affair with lead male. Christopher - (6-10) white, lead male's son who gets hit by car. 2 babies - (0-1) one black, one white. EXTRAS - any ethnicity, ages (7-70), any gender.

---------------------------------------------------------------

THE LIST, FEATURE FILM, NEW YORK

Strife's Way Productions, Ltd. is casting "The List," a digital feature. Synopsis: Corey "C.C." Carson learns to overcome his fear of rejection and gains social acceptance among his high school peers when introduced to "The List". Shooting June 9-17 in Westchester County, NY and NYC. Non-union. Compensation: Deferred pay, copy, meals, and lodging. Seeking: Corey: Black male, 18, average looking, no taller than 5'4, small frame, lacks self confidence, LEAD. Fro: Black male, 18, tall, has a big afro, into Dragonball Z, Corey's friend. Paul: Caucasian male, 18, wears glasses, big movie buff that hates reality TV and Ben Affleck. Louise: Black female, 50s, heavyset, Corey's loving Jamaican grandmother. Bishop: Black male, 50s, athletic, Corey's Jamaican grandfather, retired police lieutenant who spends his days training like he's in the military. Nancy: Caucasian female, 18, a kindhearted nerdy redhead who wears big goofy glasses and out of style clothing who's constantly tormented by other girls. Kaili: Black or Hispanic female, 18, the gorgeous super bitch head cheerleader that's used to getting what she wants. Shelly & Meg: Any ethnicity females, 18, Kaili's followers. Lobo: Black male, 18, 6ft, overbearing, intimidating presence, the school bully. Eddie: Black male, 18, Lobo's follower, talks shit to others when he's around Lobo, when alone, a scared punk. Jessica: Hispanic female, 18, Lobo's follower, a thuggish chick who's quick to pick a fight, speaks with only two worded sentences that may or not make sense. Wiley: Black male, the 10-year-old thug in training, local purse-snatcher. Pablo: Hispanic or any ethnicity male, a little person about 4ft tall who lives inside a car trunk. Two Sexy Shemales: Any ethnicity, two transexuals or men in drag that tries to seduce the lead character while at a nightclub. All types will be considered for the following extra and under-five roles: high school students, teachers, parents, club goers, bouncers, etc. NOTE: Dance experience including knowing how to Salsa is a huge plus for Corey, Kaili, Nancy, Shelly and Meg roles. Please send headshots and resumes to: Strife's Way Productions, Ltd. PO Box 10 Mohegan Lake, NY 10547. Please submit no later than April 25. Auditions held at the end of April - Location TBA.

---------------------------------------------------------------

TIME AND PLACE, NYU STUDENT SHORT, NEW YORK

Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. New York University director Yaron Kaver is casting for the short film "Time and Place." This is an NYU undergraduate thesis film shooting in June. The shoot should be only a few days, plus a couple of rehearsal days. We have SAG-student film status so we are looking for union or non-union actors! - No pay but transportation costs plus meals are provided as is a final copy of the film upon completion. Great film experience with a fun and motivated student crew! Synopsis: An Israeli girl lost in NYC is taken on a journey of discovery, secrets and lies by a stranger who reveals to her it is the eve of Yom Kippur? Web: http://www.timeandplacemovie.com. Please send headshot and resume to: Yaron/Alicia - yaronkaver@gmail.com. Seeking: Fabian: late 20's to early 30's. He's handsome in a scruffy way.

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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."

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

"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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

"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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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. No lines, 2 scenes (7).

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

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."

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

"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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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.

---------------------------------------------------------------

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/ .