Showing posts with label hip hop. Show all posts
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Monday, September 03, 2007

MTV Video Music Awards, Duke Ellington Jazz Fest, One Mic Nite @ Voyage Restuarant, Wired Mag NextFest

President Clinton will be on hand to sign copies of his latest release, Giving, during a November 4 book signing in New York. The NYTVF, opening September 5-10 in New York, features an Independent Pilot Competition that has established a pipeline allowing producers, writers, and directors to showcase their original TV pilots directly to the decision-makers of the industry. The West Coast Songwriters Conference, happening September 7-9 in Los Altos Hills, contains two days of seminars, songscreenings, performances, lyric reviews, one-on-one consultations, performance-showcases, networking and more, including a sunset concert. MTV Video Music Awards will air live from the Palms Casino Resort September 9 in Las Vegas 9 pm WST on MTV, and feature performances by Kanye West, Rihanna and others. The Third Annual Duke Ellington Jazz Festival launches September 9-17 in Washington, DC, and as part of the festivities, this event will also celebrate Dizzy Gillespie's 90th birthday. For September 10, and actually every Monday night, the One Mic Nite talent showcase (http://www.myspace.com/onemicnite) and industry networking event turns over the microphone to a variety of performinng artists at the Voyage Restaurant/Bar, in the far west quarter of Greenwich Village. BMI is a co-sponsor for the first industry conference focusing primarily on Latin hip-hop, urban, and reggaeton which opens with a party and showcase produced through LA TV September 12 in West Hollywood.

The Wired Magazine NextFest in Los Angeles features more than 160 interactive exhibits from leading scientists and researchers around the world, allowing your to experience the future of communication, design, entertainment, exploration, health, play, robots and more when it opens September 13 for 4 days in Los Angeles. The Primetime Emmy Awards stages its ceremony September 16 in Los Angeles, and willl be captured via teleccast over the FOX network. The NAMIC Conference and Inaugural Television Writers' Workshop is a customized daylong workshop designed to give experienced writers of color the opportunity to hone their craft and learn the essentials of creating, packaging and selling a television script, all happening September 16-18 in New York. The IFP New York Filmmaker Conference wiill be held September 16-21 and offers daily social networking opportunities and over 35 panel discussions on new technologies, current issues and global marketplace trends, in addition to conference themes like “Making Your First Feaure”, “Filmmaking 2.0”, and “Music Makes Movie” panels. Over two days starting September 17, The Seventh Annual Future of Music Policy Summit taking place in Washington, DC, brings together musicians, music industry executives and policymakers to discuss critical issues relating to music, law, technology and policy, as well as conversations about copyright, music licensing, and this year presents a special breakout sessions for musicians on how to better use emerging Internet technologies such as podcsating and online social networking.

Digital Entertainment World 2007 will take place in Hong Kong, September 19-21, and is all about new distribution channels for entertainment content including strategies on monetising digital entertainment by bringing content to consumers using new technologies and new distributions capabilities. Festival do Rio/The Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival is the most celebrated cinema event on Brazil's cultural calendar, and for fifteen days, starting September 20, Rio steps into the spotlight, with gala parties, film market events, Brazilian and international celebrities, major media attention, and of course, great films. Advertising Week hosts their annual gathering of advertising and media decision-makers of North America in New York from September 24-28, with an agenda that includes a hybrid of 200 distinct events. Mamak Khadem (http://www.mamak-khadem.com/), the lead singer of the cross-cultural Persian fusion ensemble Axiom of Choice, and who has been a featured performer on numerous American film and television scores, performs songs inspired by travels throughout the Middle East at a September 25 New York engagement. The NAB Education Foundation (NABEF), in partnership with the Broadcast Education Association (BEA), and Radio-Television News Directors Association (RTNDA), will host its annual Radio Career Fair, taking place in Charlotte, September 26-28, and welcoming seasoned professionals, college students and entry-level job seekers who are interested in a career in radio broadcasting. The Global Peace Film Festival, opening September 26 in Orlando, is being held in conjunction with the UN's International Day of Peace to promote the art of motion picture to further the goal of peace on earth, beyond anti-war, ideology and activism. The Ypulse Tween Mashup is a business-to-business conference, designed to help media and marketing professionals reach tweens using technology in a multi-platform world, that precedes the formal opening of DigitalLife, the consumer technology, gaming and entertainment exposition taking place in New York on Sepember 28.

The above events are just a sampling of what is listed. Most of the reported 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. Video and podcast versions of this news summary are now available at most popular video sites around the Web like MySpace, YouTube, the Apple iTunes store podcast category, as well as on The Actor's Checklist at http://actorschecklist.com/loudblog/ a great place to get your iPhone, ipod or Apple TV download from. This month on video you will see trailers and video clips of suspense, thriller The Prodigy, from F5 Films, LLC (http://www.myspace.com/prodigymovie - http://www.theprodigymovie.com); Ballet improvisations shown in sample clips from "Creating Ballet Dreams with Rochelle" from Arizona based Ballet Ovations (http://www.balletovations.com - http://www.myspace.com/balletovations); Video adventures and "Rocket Roll" music with Futureman (http://www.futureman.com - http://www.myspace.com/futuremandotcom ); Worldwide Cinema, and hip hop, R&B label OTISSSPROD, joint production of French language film "A Coeurs Perdus" starring filmmaker/musician Vince Bosco (http://www.myspace.com/acoeursperdus - http://www.myspace.com/otisssprods); The Psychedelic alt electro indie pop rock from the future fusion of video and music from Montreal based band TOYKULT. Another hearty welcome goes out to newly initiated iPhone owners to make http://actorschecklist.com/loudblog their premiere video download destination for media industry news and entertainment.

Monday, February 19, 2007

Musician & Band Alert

GREAT MALE SINGER NEEDED, NEW YORK

Award-winning director and television producer seeking a male singer to lay down the audio track of a song that will be made into a viral music video, similar to SNL's ''D... in a Box.'' You should be a tenor / upper tenor, be comfortable belting out an 80's power ballad / rock song, and ideally able to nail the comedy of the lyrics. The recording session will be Wednesday, February 14 in Manhattan. While there is no pay, you will have a copy of the song and finished music video days later, and the video has an excellent chance of going viral. Previous videos have been featured in the past month on the homepage of YouTube, MySpace, NBC's It's Your Show, LiveVideo, DotComedy and IFilm, to name a few. Please email me if interested, along with links to your demo / website / myspace page so I can listen to samples of your music. Email your resume as text in the body of the email or as an attachment to: music@jamessmurray.com with "musician" in the subject line.

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COMPOSER/MUSICIAN FOR SCHOOL VISUAL ARTS STUDENT FILM, NEW YORK

Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. An ambitious Student Thesis production is seeking a musician/composer for choosing and creating the best music for the film in the making. "The Other Kind of Balance" is an ambitious film about new discoveries and different views on life. It touches upon one's search for a release from an everyday mundane life and finding it in the place where one didn't dare to step into before, an alternative lifestyle. It's a film about personal acceptance and human duality. (final film will be about 1 hour long with a possibility of later being expanded to a full feature) Currently in the final stages of production and simultaneously in post-production editing stage, the film needs a good score to be complete. With the deadline in early April, we are seeking to get the composer/musician on board as soon as possible. Since this is a very low budget student production, some compensation is possible (but not guaranteed) Transportation fees, meals on collaborative days, copy of a final project and credits are guaranteed, as well as free exposure at film festivals. Apply to: Tanya at email: filmfilmfilm777@gmail.com. Expires March 3.

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ORCHESTRA MUSICIANS FOR PROSHIP ENTERTAINMENT, MONTREAL & WORLDWIDE

Each year, Proship Entertainment provides over 700 musicians with one to six-month contracts playing music on board more than fifty cruise ships traveling worldwide. Live auditions are for showband musicians who play these instruments: piano, saxophone doubling on Clarinet and Fute, Trumpet, Bass, Drums, Trombone, Guitar. All candidates must be at least 21 years old. The Showband Musician is part of the main musicial group, the Showband, and consists of musicians with excellent sight-reading abilities and a knowledge of repertoire from the 20's to 90's. The Showband accompanies all floor shows and cabarets, performs dance sets, cocktail parties, masquerade parties and talent shows. ProShip Entertainment's team of adjudicators holds auditions across the United States, Canada, England, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. The audition process varies depending on the type of position being sought. Please submit a letter, resume, and headshot to ProShip Entertainment, Attn: Greg Buckles, 5253 Decarrie Boulevard, #308, Montreal Quebec, Canada H3W3C2. Email: gbuckles@proship.com. Additionally, a preliminary registration form can be completed at http://proship.com/PreShowB.html which asks for basic background information and contains a list of the cities where upcoming auditions will be held.

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

THE 2007 THEATER RESOURCES UNLIMITED AUDITION EVENT FOR ACTORS AND PRODUCERS

On Saturday, March 31, and Sunday, April 1, from 10 am - 6 pm both days, over 40 producers, theater companies, writers and directors will be sitting in on two days of auditions hosted by Theater Resources Unlimited, a not-for-profit organization and presented in association with Roy Arias Studios & Theatres, BackStage, Samuel French Inc., TimesSquare.com, Theatermania.com and Shakespeare Mailing. The two-day event happens at The Sage Theatre, 711 Seventh Avenue (between 47th/48th Streets), one flight up. Priority slots are given to members of Theater Resources Unlimited, but non-members are welcome, subject to availability. For non-singing auditions: you will have a two-minute audition slot in which you may perform two contrasting monologs. For singing auditions: you will have a three-minute audition slot in which you may do a monolog (required) and a song. A downloadable application is available from http://www.truonline.org/2007AuditionApp.htm. If you are a producer or company interested in watching over 200 actors for your casting needs, email trunltd@aol.com. Anyone with additional questions can call 212-714-7628, or send email to TRUnltd@aol.com
For more info visit the website http://www.truonline.org/2007TRUAudition.htm.

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DANCERS FOR HIP HOP MUSIC VIDEO, LOS ANGELES

Non-Union. Director: undisclosed. Producer Too Spoiled is shooting a hip hop music video and needs 6 dancers. Female and male between the aged of 18 -35, any ethnicity, requires nudity. The artist is an acclaimed Female rapper and the scene enacts Dancers in a club setting dancing to get the singers attention. If you know hip hop, please send photos and resume to Julie Lieder at julieratz@yahoo.com. Ends February 20.

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FUN AUTO PROMOTION EVENT... NEAR YOU!

Non-Union. Director: EventPro Strategies. EventPro Strategies [eps], a leader in promotional staffing nationwide is currently booking exceptional talent in your area. We are now hiring dependable & outgoing 'snowbirds' to assist with this great event: Event Staff - Auto Promotion @ Ski Resort Dates: March 3rd-4th Time: 8am-4pm Location: Ski Resort near You! Mt. Bachelor, OR Pay: $15/hr Talent Requirements: - Attractive, energetic & outgoing - Extremely comfortable approaching random consumers - Able to work OUTDOORS in cold weather for long periods of time - Dependable, professional & on time - Available to work ALL event days preferred - Must have own transportation to/from event (no reimbursement offered) Dress Code: Must dress appropriately for cold weather (layers) & be comfortable working OUTDOORS for long periods of time. Talent Requirements: Attractive, energetic and outgoing of either gender, 18-24 years of age. Extremely comfortable approaching random consumers - Able to work OUTDOORS in cold weather for long periods of time - Available to work ALL event days preferred - Must have own transportation to/from event (no reimbursement offered). To Apply: Send resume along with headshot to Danielle Speisman at email: dspeisman@eventprostrategies.com. Only submissions with both will be considered. Subject Line: 'Ski Resort- Mt. Bachelor, OR' in the subject line of your email.

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MODEL SITTING FOR WESTMORE ACADEMY OF COSMETIC ARTS, BURBANK

Makeup students need Females (caucasians/ light skin) models to sit Wednesday Feb. 21st from 12:30pm - 6:00pm and/or Thursday Feb. 22nd. from 12:30pm - 6:00pm. Pays $25 per day. Respond to Jackie via fax. For inquiries questions only call 877-978-6673 or email: info@westmoreacademy.com.

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RADIANT MEDIA PRODUCING "FINE LIVING" TV SPECIAL, KNOXVILLE

Non-Union. Director: TDB. Must have expertise/experience as cable program on-air talent. Interest/experience in design, decorating, cooking and entertaining at home helpful. Applicants need to be attractive, energetic, and most of all entertaining. Availability during March 2007 for approximately 12 days imperative. Apply to: Doug Renfro at doug@radiantmedia.tv. Web: http://www.radiantmedia.tv/. Ends February 28.

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MACK PRODUCTION CASTING FOR FEATURE FILM "TOWNERS", NEW YORK/NEW JERSEY

Non-Union. Director: Smith Ransom. Thanks to those that have replied to my earlier casting calls. For this particular casting call I am in need of the following cast to shoot a scene that is very short but is very important to the story of the film. Looking for three female of any nationality age is set at 25-30 but any one with qualifications are okay as well to participate in a short 20 minute scene in a feature length movie. The scene will require the cast members to be in lingerie provided by the wardrobe crew. At this current moment the director is pushing towards a scene requiring partial and some instances full nudity. Of course, with a full discussion with the cast member within reason. More about the film will be posted up on my website as soon as everything is all decided. currently, website is under construction. If there is any questions about anything from those interested in this please send me an email at any time. I'll do my best to answer it ASAP. Thanks. Apply to: Smith Ransom at mackproduction9511@yahoo.com.

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FOX MEDIA DETROIT CASTING SHORT FILM "THE LONELY DIARY", DETROIT

Non-Union. Director. The Lonely Diary is a short film following one man's day to day encounters and struggle to exist in a world that has completely left him behind and where everything goes wrong. Auditions are set for Saturday Feb 17. To apply please email resume and a headshot (optional) to foxmediadet@yahoo.com All actors casted will be fully paid the Sag (Union) minimum.
Breakdown:
- Linda: Female / Any yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Linda does all she can to help out Rory the main character. She shows endless love and caring yet can never get through to him.
- Rory: Male / Any yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Rory the main character. Very down and out.
- Best friend: Either gender / Any yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Rory's best friend.
- Other supporting roles: Either gender / Any yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Other supporting roles to audition for.

Apply to Casting Director at foxmediadet@yahoo.com.

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE DANCER AUDITION, NEW YORK

Mon, Mar 5, 10AM, Open Dancer Audition. 1 PM, Open Musical Theatre Vocalist Audition. 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, 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 principal vocalist, must move well and have acting ability. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Audition location is at Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 Eighth Avenue, with a 9 am sign-in and 10 am start. Rehearsals are held in Toronto. Contracts are approximately 7-9 months and include competitive pay, room and board, and no cruise staff duties. For more information including audition requirements, visit www.DisneyAuditions.com.

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DINNER THEATER FILL ROLES FOR "CABARET", WISCONSIN

The Armory Dinner Theatre in Janesville, Wisconsin is casting for Cabaret. Union or Non Union. Equity Guest Artist Contract/Tier II/ Approval Pending. Contract dates: 3/26/07 - 5/27/07. If you would like to be considered please mail your resume and photo to: Jim Tropp, The Armory, Inc. P.O. Box 8038, Janesville, Wisconsin, 53547-8038. Or email jimt@janesvillearmory.com. Seeking: Fraulein Schneider- female (late 40's-60's) Alto, non- dancer, German dialect, A moralistic yet pragmatic woman who rents a room in her house to Clifford. She is in love with Herr Schultz. The Armory Dinner Theatre. www.janesvillearmory.com.

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"THE FINAL CATCH," STUDENT SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

Sun, Feb 18th, 1PM-4PM. New York Film Academy-SoHo, 568 Broadway at Prince St., 2nd Floor. (By Appointment Only). Casting for the New York Film Academy thesis short film “The Final Catch.” Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Non- Union. Director: D. M. Kelly. Format: 16mm color sync- sound. Length: 10 min. Genre: Comedy. Shooting Dates: Apr 30th-May 6th, 2007. Location: Upstate New York. No pay, but meals, all transportation, on-location lodging, and video copy provided. Please send head shot & resume electronically by Sat, Feb 17 for an audition appointment. Apply to: D. M. Kelly: thefinalcatch@msn.com. Synopsis: Two terrorists are stuck in an airport when their plane is cancelled due to inclement weather. One questions his faith while the other struggles to follow through with the plan. Seeking: Rhoda - female, late 40s/early 50s, white American, average; a territorial, sassy gate attendant. Ezral - male, late 20s/early 30s, dark hair & complexion; a devout, focused terrorist.

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NYU TISCH SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

Casting for the NYU Tisch short film, “Saturday in the Pillar.” Non-Union. Director: Sam Thompson. Location: New York/ New Jersey. Duration: Mar 23-25, 2007, starts Mar 23. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Synopsis: A teenage son struggles to make sense of his cross-dressing father and his misplaced anger in the days following his mother's decision to leave the family. Please send headshots and resumes to Mandy Menaker, saturdaypillarmovie@gmail.com. Seeking: Male: 41-50 yrs. White. Lead, father of teenage sone who is dealing with separation from wife. Must be comfortable in a dress, dynamic, and likeable. Think Tome Sizemore, Mark Harmon, Chris Cooper type. Male: 15-17 yrs. White. Lead, son of recently separated parents. Has misplaced anger towards father. Imaginative mind. Good looking. Female: 31-40 yrs. White. Featured role, mother of crumbling family. Only requires one day of filming. Male: 41- 50 yrs. White, featured role, cocky boyfriend of mother. Only requires one day of filming.

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CRUISE DANCERS NEEDED, LOS ANGELES

Six-star Crystal Cruises is openly accepting promotional materials for submission and active consideration. Seeking professional male dancers, male singer/dancers and female dancers. A comprehensive, paid rehearsal period - room and transportation included - is scheduled to begin April 2007 in sunny Los Angeles, California. For criteria and submission requirements, please visit their website at http:// www.crystalcruises.com/employment.aspx#id8. Note that talent 21 years of age and older is welcome to submit promotional materials. All packets must include a letter, resume, headshot and video/DVD as outlined on the site. For further information, please email production@crystalcruises.com.

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CASTING JD LAWRENCE'S COLOR BLIND, NEW YORK

Thurs, Feb 15, Fri, Feb 16, Tues, Feb 20, Thurs, Feb 22, and Fri, Feb 23, 8PM-10PM (sign-in starts at 7:30 PM). The Producers Club, 358 West 44th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues, NYC. Casting for (two time national award winning writer and director) JD Lawrence's COLOR BLIND. Please prepare one comedic monologue, 2 minutes or less. In addition, be prepared to do a cold reading from the script. We are looking for actors who sing (no exceptions) all types, shapes and ethnicity with a great sense of humor welcomed. Bring picture and resume, stapled together. The producer will run all aspects of this call. Equity Principal Audition procedures are not in effect and no Equity Monitor will be provided. Appointments may be made Mon-Fri, beginning Feb 13 (IF YOU DO NOT RSVP, YOU WILL NOT BE SEEN). Please email or call Mr. Chris Williams (Re: Color Blind), thejdlawrenceshow@gmail.com. Phone 631-357-3924. Paid Performances.

Thursday, January 25, 2007

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

DISNEY CRUISE LINE FOR DANCERS, VOCALISTS, NEW YORK

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

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ITS JUST A READING SERIES, NEW YORK

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

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AUDITIONS FOR "FOREVER PLAID" BY APPPOINTMENT

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

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BUSCH GARDENS PERFORMERS WITH VARIOUS TALENTS, TAMPA

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

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"FAMILY MEETING", NYU STUDENT FILM, NEW YORK

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

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CASTING "KANSAS CITY", SHORT FILM, LOS ANGELES

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

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

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

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ADMINISTRATIVE STAGE AND FILM INTERNSHIPS, NEW YORK

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

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CASTING FOR "HAMLET ", NEW JERSEY - NEW YORK

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

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ROLES STILL OPEN FOR BENEFIT PERFORMANCE, NEW JERSEY

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

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

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

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SEEK MALE ACTORS FOR SHORT HORROR FILM, NEW YORK

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

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CASTING FOR AFTRA FX NETWORK PILOT, NEW YORK

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

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CASTING FOR PILOT FOR VH1 AND BET NETWORKS, NEW YORK

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

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

Sunday, January 07, 2007

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

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

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

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VARIOUS PERFORMERS WANTED, NEW YORK

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

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COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY STUDENT SHORT FILM, NEW YORK

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

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

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

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CASTING FOR SHORT FILM "POPTART", SAN FRANCISCO

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

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CEO ENTERTAINMENT MODEL SEARCH FOR MUSIC VIDEO, ATLANTA

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

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

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

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TLC PRIMETIME SHOW SEEKS NEW TV HOSTS, NEW YORK

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

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

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

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SISYPHUS PRODUCTIONS CASTING FEATURE FILM "ANIMALS", SEATTLE

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

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

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

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

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

Saturday, December 23, 2006

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

CHILDREN'S TOURING SHOW

Thurs Dec 21. 2-6PM. Ripley-GrierStudios. 520 8th Ave, 16th Fl Studio 16M, NYC. La Jolla Playhouse, La Jolla CA is casting Honey Bo and the Gold Mine, a children’s show that tours San Diego elementary schools. OPEN audition. Weekly salary: $462 Housing and transportation provided. Director: Rebecca Lynn Brown. Rehearsals: January 2 – 18, 2007. Performances: Jan 19 - Mar 11, 2007. All actors must be available for daytime rehearsals and performances. Auditions by APPOINTMENT. For an appointment, please e-mail the Theatre by 9 AM on Wed, Dec 20 at auditions@ljp.org. In your e-mail include your name, phone number, e-mail address, and, if possible, attach your headshot and resume. Or fax this information to (858) 228 -3043, ATTN: Casting. You will receive a confirmation e-mail or phone call verifying your audition slot. Actors will have sides e- mailed or faxed to them when they make an appointment. All actors should prepare a two-minute urban/contemporary/hip- hop/rap song. You may either sing a cappella or bring a CD to sing along with. The Theatre will provide a CD player. Please bring TWO sets of your stapled headshot / resume. Equity Members: Please bring a photocopy of your current Equity Membership card. Seeking: Honey Bo: African-American, Latino, or bi-racial/tri-racial female. Seeking actress 18+ who must be able to play a young teenager. Mr. Lopez and As Cast: Latino male, 30-40s. Actor must be able to play multiple roles. •••grease The Armory Dinner Theatre (Janesville, Wisconsin) www.janesvillearmory.com is casting "Grease" (contract dates: 1/08/07 – 4/01/07). Seeking– Doody (male 18-early 20’s) Rock Tenor, Strong Falsetto, Strong Dancer. The youngest member of the Burger Palace Boys who worships the older members. Competitive Salary, Travel, Housing, and Workers Comp provided, Heath Club Membership. If you would like to be considered please mail your resume and photo to: Jim Tropp, the Armory, Inc. P.O. Box 8038, Janesville, Wisconsin, 53547 -8038. Or email jimt@janesvillearmory.com.

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OPEN AUDITIONS FOR MUSICAL "RESPECT", NEW YORK

Thurs, Dec. 14. 10AM-6PM. Nola Studios, 250 West 54th Street, 6th Floor. Open Call Auditions, Non-Equity Female Singer/Actors. Mungioli Theatricals is casting for “Respect: a Musical Journey of Women.” Contact: Arnold Mungioli. Gem Theatre, Detroit, MI. (PAID WORK) Book: Dr. Dorothy Marcic; Music and Lyrics by: Various. Directed & Choreographed by: Hinton Battle. Casting: MUNGIOLI THEATRICALS, INC. Begins Reh: 1/10/07 in Detroit. Begins Performances: 2/10/07 in Detroit. For this audition, Please Prepare: One Song (approximately 32 bars in length) in the style of the character you would be interested in -- your personality piece or big money number that shows yourself off well. SEEKING: DOROTHY: (Female; Early 40’s - Middle-Aged) Narrator; Great personality; Great storyteller; Charismatic; Interesting person; looks intelligent. Must look believably of Norwegian descent; Attractive -- May be trim or medium build; Vocally would be great if she could carry a tune, But more importantly, must have a funny great personality! FAITH/EMILY: (Female; Plays 20’s to early 30’s) Younger; bouncy energy; attractive; must be able to play ditzy. Must play multiple characters from Betty Boop to Coco Channel; Comedic; She is innocent and naïve. She needs to find her own strength, which shows up as becoming less naïve. She finally realizes she has been taken advantage of and learns she needs to be her own person. Vocally, must be able to sing JAZZ and POP. ROSA/ PAULETTE: (African-American Female, Plays young up to mid -40’s) At the start, she is too abrasive—the hard-hearted Hannah -- and her journey is to find her vulnerability; She learns that real courage is not displayed by aggression or overdone power; Ultimately, she learns to temper her strength, to push back in more productive ways; attractive. Vocally, must be able to sing JAZZ, SOUL, & R&B. EDEN/JEANETTE: (Female;.Younger – Plays early 20’s to early 30s) Must play multiple characters from Lily Langtry to Estee Lauder; Comedic; attractive; Lacking self-confidence, her only source of strength is her sexuality and her body, which she also detests; Ultimately, she learns to accept herself and find inner strength; Vocally, able to sing BROADWAY and POP.

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FILM AUDITION FOR TEENAGE ACTORS, NEW YORK

Bunkerfilm is seeking actors that appear to be age 14-19, all ethnic groups, for a short project filming in early January 2007 in the Manhattan area. All filming would take place nights and weekends, and should not take more than a day or two of your time. Pay to be determined. Meals provided. This project is a documentary style trailer to promote a non-fiction memoir. The story is about a teenage runaway, so some scenes may include adult situations, but will have no nudity. Casting call will be 12/ 16 in Chelsea. For more information, or to make an appointment, email bunkerfilm@gmail.com. Please attach resume and photo if you would like to audition.

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LOW BUDGET FEATURE FILM, NEW YORK

Producer: Justice Group. Filming over six months in New York City, starts ASAP. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. Non- Union. Director: Dashiell Finley/Riley Gay. Email headshots/ resume to justicegroup@gmail.com. Seth Baker is a popular kid at Benjamin Franklin Preparatory School. However, come the summer time, he finds all his friends have left the city for faraway places. Pushed to the limit by boredom, Seth contacts an old camp friend Graham Bishop, with whom he’d had a falling out. Graham welcomes Seth with open arms, and invites him to hang out with his friends that weekend. This group of eccentrics makes Seth uncomfortable at first, but he decides to stick around to try to get the attention of Graham’s friend Maxine Small. What follows is Seth growing to fit in with these oddballs, and discovering that maybe they’re not as weird as he thought. Web: http://justicegroup.wiki.com. Seeking: Max: 15-17, the beautiful girl who encapsulates Seth’s attention during his first visit to Graham’s house. With cutting wit and sarcasm, she quickly puts Seth in his place. This drives Seth crazy, as he is used to getting the girl. Max is the deep thinker of the group, she’s usually armed with some overlooked insight about the personality or group dynamic of people being discussed. She knows people, and loves to push their buttons. Sam: 15-17, the film’s antagonist. He’s secretly in love with Max, but won’t let anybody know it. A delinquent to the extreme, the kid pisses alcohol and breathes weed. He has difficulty taking responsibility for his own faults and laziness. His love for Max is challenged when she and Seth start going out, and he hatches a plot to get Seth to embarrass himself and insult Max, at which point he swoops in and picks up the pieces. Due to his nowhere-man tendencies however, things fall apart as quickly as they came together. Todd: 15-17, a satirical character, poking fun at emo kids, as well as the rise in self- mutilation as a form of release. Todd is plagued with never feeling good enough, he even feels like a second class cutter when compared to his girlfriend Sarah. His problems are mostly, if not entirely, imagined. Constantly clad in a dark blue hoody and girl pants, he loves Simple Plan and livejournal poetry. Sarah: 15-17, like Todd, is a satire on the emo culture. She is not quite as introverted as Todd, and in fact often seems to be in a good mood. However a quick glance at the scars on her arms reveals that she has gone through some deep emotional trauma. Still, she is a pleasant person to be around. Hailing from New Jersey, she is a proud member of the church of hot topic. She falls for Todd, seeing in him a rich creative soul and she just loves guys in girl pants. Aaron: 15 -17, spends most of his time on the internet memorizing facts that he has absolutely no use for. He loves comic books to a fault, and will often interject some superheroes into everyday conversation. Outgoing, nice and accepting the way only a nerd can be. He took “if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all” to heart, and so with this group, is often more quiet than the other characters.

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MALE AFRICAN AMERICAN ACTORS/SINGERS FOR MUSICAL PUPPET COMPANY, NEW YORK

The Shadow Box Theatre, a multi-ethnic children's musical puppet company, seeks African-American men who are Actor/ Singer/Dancers for African Drum production. Ability to move and sing well is essential. Puppetry experience helpful but not necessary (will train). Weekday rehearsals and performances. Paid positions/non-union. Rehearsals start Jan. 8. Performances from Feb. 1 – March 2. Performances in downtown Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Manhattan. Please call (212) 724-0677 for audition appointment. You can visit our website at shadowboxtheatre.org for more information about the company.

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CASTING FOR "GREASE", WISCONSIN

The Armory Dinner Theatre (Janesville, Wisconsin) www.janesvillearmory.com is casting "Grease" (contract dates: 1/08/07 – 4/01/07). Seeking– Doody (male 18-early 20’s) Rock Tenor, Strong Falsetto, Strong Dancer. The youngest member of the Burger Palace Boys who worships the older members. Competitive Salary, Travel, Housing, and Workers Comp provided, Heath Club Membership. If you would like to be considered please mail your resume and photo to: Jim Tropp, the Armory, Inc. P.O. Box 8038, Janesville, Wisconsin, 53547 -8038. Or email jimt@janesvillearmory.com.

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MIDDLE-EASTERN ACTORS FOR WORKSHOP, NEW YORK

David Gaard is accepting photos and resumes for an upcoming project dealing with the struggles, challenges, joys and aspirations of Islamic women as seen through the eyes of a woman journalist beginning at the time of the first Gulf War. The play will be workshopped in January 2007. Currently seeking actors (male and female) of all ages who have Middle Eastern heritage. Please send photos and resumes to David Gaard, 77 East 12th Street - 17-H, New York, NY 10003 or submit via email to: ninepartsofdesire@yahoo.com.