Wednesday, October 04, 2006

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

ACTORS FOR UNION/NON-UNION SHOWCASE, NEW YORK CITY

Casting the lead role of DANNY MURPHY – late 30’s/early 40’s, rugged good looks, tall, well-built, a paradox, affable, extrovert, with quiet depth; requires an excellent stage actor with versatile range. DESIGNER-DRESSED PATRON – a happy drunk, 30’s to 50’s, can be Asian, or Latino heritage - JOHN – 60-70-s, Danny’s alter-ego and mentor, works in a graveyard, Caucasian, DR. DAN, 40’s, African-American, comedic flair, JOSEPH, 40’s, very attractive, addictive personality, can be manipulative yet charming, experienced actor, POP, 60- 70, a traditional father, expects his daughter to be the same, Latino or Asian, strong actor. "All About Sneakers," an original play by Asian-American actor and award-winning playwright, Arista; is a story of Love - the discovery that loving oneself first precedes loving another. Rehearsals begin late October, evenings and weekends. Tech and Performance dates: 11-17 December, at the Lion Theatre, Theatre Row. Chad is dedicated to multi-cultural casting and the realistic portrayal of today’s society. Two performance dates will be benefits for the non-profit org. The Chad Foundation for Athletes and Artists, to provide free heart screenings for NYC high school students and athletes to prevent Sudden Cardiac Death in Young People. Union/Non-union. Travel stipends. Producer intends to apply for Equity Basic Showcase Code. Please send pictures and resumes to The Chad Foundation for Athletes and Artists, 130 Water St., Ste. 4G, NYC 10005-1614, no drop offs or email to allaboutsneakers@aol.com

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TORCH SONG TRILOGY, OPEN CALLS, NEW YORK CITY

Wed, Oct. 11. 7PM-9PM. Sign-up begins 6:30PM. Gallery Players, 199 14th Street, Brooklyn. Take F Train to 4th Ave or R Train to 9th Street. Equity Basic Showcase (approval pending). Writer: Harvey Fierstein. Producer: M. R. Goodley. Director: Stephen Nachamie. Rehearsals begin end of October. Runs: November 25 (Thanksgiving weekend) thru December 10, 2006 (Thursday thru Sunday). Actors MUST be available the full week of Thanksgiving (Thursday will be off). Please prepare a one-minute contemporary monologue (may be comic or serious). Lady Blues must sing. Bring picture and resume, stapled together. Equity Audition Procedures are NOT in effect. No Equity Monitor provided. Producer runs all aspects of the audition. All Roles Open. Seeking: 4 Males, 2 Females. Arnold Beckoff: (Early 20s – 30s). Self-made man (professional drag queen) seeking love and respect. A kvetch of great wit and want. Sense of humor shields his vulnerability. Seeking an actor of depth, heart and comic timing. Ed Reiss: (30s - 40s). Handsome, masculine with a boyish charm. Lover to Arnold and later husband to Laurel. He is conflicted between what is heart wants and what he thinks the world expects of him. Laurel/Lady Blues: (30s). Rather unfancy in appearance, thoughtful, bright, slightly neurotic with girlish charm. Strives to be tolerant of husband's bisexuality and past relationship. Must sing. Please bring 16-32 bars of blues or torch song to be sung a capella. Alan: (18 - Early 20s). A beautiful young model/hustler in love with Arnold. He needs to be needed. Mrs. Beckoff: (60s). A true Jewish Mother, full of love and fight. Not comfortable with Arnold's sexuality or his idea of family. A powerhouse with heart and great comic ability. David: (15). Arnold's street smart, caring and witty gay foster child. Person playing David must be able to be a convincing 15 year old.

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ACTORS FOR PLAY READING, NEW YORK CITY

Actors needed for a play reading for playwright Lawson Caldwell in New York City on Thurs Nov 16. 3 Males - Ages 25-35. 1 Male - Age 45-55. 3 Females - Ages 20-30. 1 Female - Age 45-55. Scripts will be sent to the actors in advance of the reading. Rehearsal-6pm-Thurs, Nov 16. Play Reading-7-10pm-Thurs, Nov 16. Job starts 11/16/2006 and ends 11/16/2006. Salary $50.00 Contact: Lawson Caldwell, LCald56333@aol.com.

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NYU STUDENT SHORT FILM

NYU final year graduate film student is casting for "Nowhere Man" (working title), an HD short film. Producer: Tamas Toro. Director: Wing-Yee Wu. Writer: Hart Eddy. 3 NYC day shoot Nov 4 - 6. Audition: TBA. No pay but copy, credits, meal and travel expenses covered. SAG student agreement will be obtained. Story: Aida is stuck in wartime Sarajevo, Nowhere Man has recently arrived to America - both of their realities are equally bizarre. The lovers try to stay sane through communicating with each other, but both of them have to navigate getting from point A to point B in doing so. Nowhere Man encounters Garth Brooks during his journey. Aida has to maneuver an alleyway, a space clearly visible to snipers. AIDA: female, 35-40, Eastern European. NOWHERE MAN: male, 40-45, Eastern European, MUST be able to speak broken English. HOOPS: female, 40-60, Caucasian, good humored loud American tourist. Email pix and resumes ASAP to: wyw205@nyu.edu

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CASTING SHORT SUPER 16MM FILM "OFFICE POLITICS", HOLLYWOOD

Efren Pardilla is casting the Super 16mm short film "Office Politics." SAG Contract: Short Film Agreement Logline: An interview at a morally bankrupt office turns gory in this dark comedy/horror portrait of cubicle culture. Two-day shoot in November (11/18-11/19). Breakdown: Jill, Caucasian female, mid 20s to mid 30s, dark haired, slender, clever & insightful secretary coming in for a job interview. Miller, Caucasian male, 35-45, a smarmy, evil boss, a symbol of bureaucracy, and in total denial. Submission Info: Please send headshots/resumes to: Efren Pardilla, 9000 Cynthia Street #300 West Hollywood, CA 90069 Email submissions to filmjerks@gmail.com. Pay rate: $100/day. Auditions will be held in October TBD. Please submit by Nov. 8th.

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NYU STUDENT SHORT FILM REQUIRES LITE ACTING, NEW YORK CITY

An award-winning filmmaker and current NYU Grad Film student from Ukraine is casting roles for a short film. Looking for: 1) Lead actress, 17-27 yrs old (Former USSR descendant). Fluency in Russian or other Eastern European language is essential. 2) Male actor to play her father, 40-55 yrs old (Former USSR descendant)Fluency in Russian or other Eastern European language is essential. 3) Leading actor, 30 yrs old, Latin American or Eastern European. To be filmed Nov. 7 through Nov. 13 2006. Acting experience is not necessary. No pay but good meal, transportation and copies will be provided. Please send your photos or headshots to bs1168@nyu.edu or call Bohdana Smyrnova 347-581-5347 (Filmmaker speaks Ukrainian, Russian and English.)

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FREELANCE VIDEOGRAPHER NEEDED, NEW YORK CITY

Looking for Freelance Videographer with experience shooting corporate and live events. Candidate must be reliable and willing to work hard. Day rate ranges from $100-$175 a day depending on experience. Must own a camera, and have flexible schedule to apply. Please email resume and reel to griots@griotsrollproduction.com or mail reel to college station, P.O. Box 124, NY, NY 10030.

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THEATRICAL STAFF AND TECH POSITIONS, NEW YORK CITY

"All About Sneakers," Union/non-union. Seeking a Stage manager/house manager with valid Fireguard Certificate, Set designer, Lighting and Sound Designers, Lighting and Soundboard Techs, Wardrobe and Makeup, Property Master, Asst. Office mgr., to help with PR and marketing. Students are welcome as volunteers and interns. The Chad Foundation for Athletes and Artists, a nonprofit organization, promotes multi-cultural works and talent. Tech and Performance dates: 11-17 December, at the Lion Theatre, Theater Row, NYC. Two performance dates will be benefits for the non-profit org., The Chad Foundation for Athletes and Artists, which will provide free heart screenings to prevent Sudden Cardiac Death in Young People. Please send resumes to: The Chad Foundation for Athletes and Artists, 130 Water St., Ste. 4 G, NYC 10005, no drop offs or email resumes to: AllAboutSneakers@aol.com. Travel stipends. Equity/Non-Equity. Producer intends to apply for Equity Basic Showcase Code.

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Sunday, October 01, 2006

Ur Network Film/Acting Biz Support, ASCAP "Meet & Greet", Durango Songwriters Expo, Latino Screenwriter's Lab, VH1 Hip Hop Honors, Alameda Writers

Hollywood based Ur Network Alliance at http://www.urnetworkalliance.com/3.html will begin weekly networking and support group meetings featuring film and show business industry guests leading sessions where they discuss new projects, share leads and motivate serious actors, writers, and filmmakers. Meetings happen in various locations but will be situated in and around Brentwood in West Los Angeles and are limited in size so registration to email: urnetworkalliance@urnetworkalliance.com is a must. In the series titled "Anatomy Of A Script Master Class" happening in Los Angeles, Tuesdays, October 3 to November 7, Writers Guild Foundation produces a series of discussions tracking the evolution of a script. Music industry support network, ASCAP, hosts a "Meet & Greet" in Dallas on October 4 with free food and drinks and open to the public. More than 300 artists will perform as part of this year's Atlantis Music Conference in Atlanta, October 4-7, representing a wide variety of generes including Rock, Alternative, Urban/R&B, Hip Hop, DJ/Electronica, Soul, Americana, Country, Christian and more. A business primer conducted over 9 meetings, October 4 to November 29 in Westwood, explores starting an Entertainment Production Company, whether in motion pictures, television, music, or the new media sector. Durango Songwriters Expo and Conference, opening October 5 in Park City, is famously known to limit its Expo enrollment to 200 attendees to preserve that low "expert to songwriter" ratio helping to distinguish it from other music events. Aside from presenting the best Latino films made in the US, Spain, the Caribbean, and Latin America, the 10th LALIFF holds a Latino Screenwriter’s Lab and presents the Desi Arnaz scholarship when it runs October 5-15 in Hollywood. At the Third Annual VH1 Hip Hop Honors, Ice T hosts VH1's awards show to honor Wu-Tang Clan, Afrika Bambaataa, Russell Simmons and Beastie Boys, and pay tribute to Ice Cube, at the ceremony taking place October 7 in New York City. Todd Robinson (Lonely Hearts, The Senator's Wife) leads discussions for the month's Alameda Writer's Group Meeting, October 7 in Glendale. BMI, Gibson Guitars and Billboard Magazine present the Industry Insider Series: "Where Are the New Sounds and Rhythms Taking Latin Music," October 11 in Los Angeles. SAG continues to present its Low Budget Agreements Workshop which are held the second Thursday (October 12) of every month from 6-8 pm in both New York and Los Angeles. American Cinematheque will present the 21st Annual American Cinematheque Award to George Clooney in an October 13 event taking place in Beverly Hills. Miami Digital and Cine Expo presents two days of the latest production equipment, seminars and workshops opening October 13. From October 16-28, Women In Film present "Creating Your Own Yellow Brick Road", an exploration of entrepreneurial and non-traditional Hollywood career options, held in Los Angeles. At Entertainment and Media Forum 2006 industry leaders gather in Beverly Hills, October 18 & 19, to review the challenges faced by entertainment and advertising executives to reach and engage consumers by todays leading edge technologies. The theme at the 13th Annual Austin Film Festival and Conference, October 19-26, is "Telling Your Story By Any Means Necessary" featuring accomplished screenwriters and filmmakers participating in roundtables, panels, and with agents and producers on hand to network with. For the two day (October 20 & 21) that the 15th Annual Entertainment Law Institute will meet in Austin, a review of current legal issues, such as copyright protection for sound recordings, digital distribution of music and film distribution models are on the agenda. Nashville Songwriters Association International and Nashville Songwriters Foundation puts on an induction ceremony from Nashville October 22. When NAB New York opens October 23 it will feature more than 100 training sessions in cutting-edge production and post-production techniques and an exhibit floor that showcases the latest audio and video content creation technologies. The "Fourth Annual Los Angeles Independent Horror Film Festival and Gothic Pagan Halloween Ball" is merely a celebration of darkness in films, animation, music, art and cyber-creation, on October 29. CMJ Music Marathon and CMJ Film Fest launches October 31 running through November 4 featuring dozens of panels covering topics affecting all corners of the music industry in addition to live music and film screenings.

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. Experience the newly relaunched message board on The Actor's Checklist which now permits user profiles and private messaging which you can find at http://actorschecklist.com/phpBB2/.

Thursday, September 21, 2006

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

OPEN CASTING CALL, STAMFORD

Sun, Sept 24. 11 AM-12 PM SAG Members. 1 PM-4 PM Non-union performers. Holiday Inn Select Stamford, 700 Main Street, Stamford, CT 06901 Sylvia Fay/Lee Genick & Associates Casting is holding an open call for background performers for the upcoming feature film "Reservation Road". The film will be shooting in the Stamford, Connecticut area. We will be looking for all types, all ages, and all ethnicities. All Screen Actors Guild members must bring your paid up SAG card. Everyone must bring 2 new (taken within the last 18 months) photos. Do not submit your old headshots. Please bring a pencil in order to fill out a registration card. Absolutely no phone calls to the hotel, or to the Sylvia Fay/Lee Genick & Associates Casting office, and no photos "dropped-off" will be accepted at either location.

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NY AUDITIONS FOR A CHRISTMAS CAROL, NEW JERSEY

Fri Oct 6, 10 AM. Chelsea Studios, 151 W 26th St (between 6th & 7th Ave), Studio 607, 6th Fl. McCarter Theatre. Princeton, NJ. Christmas Carol rehearsal dates will be scheduled between Nov 7 and Dec 2. Exact dates will be available at the audition. A stipend will be provided. Production runs Dec 3 thru Dec 24. McCarter Theatre is an equal opportunity employer. Seeking: 10 non-equity actors (5 male, 5 female) for the ensemble; two actors may also be cast in roles. Must be able to sing and dance well. Please note: Actors cannot be members of Actors' Equity Association and must be U.S. citizens. Audtion sign-ups will begin at 9 AM. Please be warmed up and ready to dance at 10 AM. Please prepare a song and sheet music, (accompaniment will be provided). Please bring a headshot and resume. Be prepared to stay the entire day. To schedule an audition or for more information contact ChiChi Anyanwu at 609-258-6508.

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LEBENSRAUM, PHOTO/RESUME REQUEST, NEW YORK CITY

Studio J Productions. Showcase (approval pending). Stipend offered. Author: Israel Horovitz. Director: Jonathan Rest. Casting Director: Kevin Kennison. 1st rehearsal: November 15, 2006. Runs December 14 – 30 at the Kirk Theater/Theater Row. Submission deadline: September 18. Appointment auditions will be held in late September. To be considered for an appointment, send headshot/resume to: KEVIN KENNISON, K2 CASTING AT ABC FILM VIDEO, 303 FIFTH AVE, 10TH FLOOR, NEW YORK NY 10016. Mark envelope: LEBENSRAUM. Submissions may also be sent via fax to 212-504-7943. Actors will prepare a short contemporary monologue, or two one-minute monologues, showing extreme character contrast. Showing a dialect would be beneficial, including German, French, Israeli, Yiddish or Bostonian. One of three plays in a Horovitz festival which will include Mr. Horovitz's newest play, MADAME BONNARD'S BATH. Mr. Horovitz, retiring this year as Artistic Director of Gloucester Stage to start a new company in New York City, will be closely involved with the production of all three plays. Story: The Chancellor of Germany awakens one morning after a bad dream and invites six million Jews from around the world to repopulate Germany. He promises them jobs, housing - in short, to make them citizens. What follows is a whirlwind of reaction from across the globe. Seeking an ensemble of three strong, versatile actors, each of whom will play many roles, and one actor/percussionist creating all live sound effects. Play includes approximately 80 characters. Male 1: Multiple role. Late 20s/early 30s. Strong lead/character actor. Actor must flow seamlessly from narration to playing a convincing 16-year-old boy to playing several other male characters. Male 2: Multiple role. 50s. Strong character actor. Actor must flow seamlessly from narration to playing a 45-year-old North Boston dock worker to playing a 70-year-old Orthodox Eastern European Jew, among others. Female 1: Multiple role. Mid 20s-30. Strong lead/character actress. Actress must flow seamlessly from narration to playing a convincing 16-year-old girl to playing a 40 year old North Boston dock worker's wife and several other female characters. Actor/Percussionist: Performer is on stage throughout the show. Performs all background sound effects. Performer is part of the ensemble.

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CASTING "DAVID" THE MUSICAL, BOSTON

Sat. Sept. 30, 9 AM to 5 PM, By Appointment. Boston Playwrights' Theatre, 949 Commonwealth Ave. Boston, MA 02215 LCM Productions and The Mystic Players will join forces in April 2007 to bring this incredible show to life. The story tells the tale of King David, an inspirational ruler of Israel, as well as an acclaimed warrior, musician, and poet. This debut musical has an incredible script/score with definite Broadway potential. Seeking -- For character breakdowns please see: http://www.myspace.com/davidthemusical. NOTES/WHAT TO BRING: Headshot/Resume; Please prepare 16 bars of music from a musical. Also, performers will be asked to read from the script. Contact: Michelle Holmes, Email: davidthemusical@gmail.com. Phone: 508-317-8214. Pay is TBD. However, performers may be given recording opportunities, as well as the possibility to be shown in a documentary about artists working in the Boston area.

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KITCHEN THEATRE COMPANY CASTING "COMFORT FOOD" NEW YORK CITY

Kitchen Theatre Company, Inc. Special Appearance (approval pending) $400 Per Week (+ private housing, transportation, health and pension); $105 weekly per diem. Book and Lyrics: Rachel Lampert. Music: Larry Pressgrove. Artistic Director: Rachel Lampert. Author: Rolin Jones. Director: David Lefkowich. Casting Director: Michael Cassara. First Rehearsal: December 18, 2007. Opens: January 11, 2007. Closes: February 11, 2007. Seeking: Saul: 60-75, Male. A retired physician on a journey to rediscover his past has come to town track down his old buddy, Joe, after many, many years. Instead he finds Joe’s widow, Estelle, who has no interest in catching up with her dead husbands friends, especially not when there’s cooking to be done! Will Saul be able to melt Estelle’s icy veneer and reawaken some romantic possibility? The character requires a sharp, flinty wit and an abundance of charm. The singing will be in the style of standards from the 30s and 40s. Appointment auditions will be held in New York City. To considered for an appointment, please e-mail or mail picture/resume to ATTN: Comfort Food, Michael Cassara Casting, 333 W. 39th Street - Suite 601A, New York, NY 10018 or michaelcassara@aol.com.

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CASTING STUDENT NYU FILM

Keepin It Real Films is casting a seven minute 16mm color sync NYU film entitled "The Rabbit's Foot." We are seking one male, 40s to play an overly superstitious individual who has a nervous breakdown. In addition, a 40s male, to play repairman/mob boss. Also needed: an eight year old boy to play Lou as a child and a 40s woman to play his mom. Please e-mail pix and resumes to therabbitsfoot@hotmail.com for audition time and location. Auditions will entail a prepared monologue of your choice and a cold reading. No pay but videocopy, credit and meals.

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NON-UNION EXTRAS NEEDED, NEW YORK CITY

Indie Move co. seeking extras; various ethnicities for feature film now in production; Scrolls the book of life. We are shooting in New York City, the Bronx and upstate. We are non-union. Please respond by e-mail to eternaltruth7@aol.com.

Monday, September 18, 2006

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

MAKING BOOKS SING CASTS MUSICAL "A SHELTER IN OUR CAR", NEW YORK CITY

Union. Director: Rajendra Ramoon Maharaj. A Shelter In Our Car Making Books Sing Tya Contract Artistic Director: Barbara Zinn Krieger Associate Artistic Director & Casting: Brad Malow. Adapted by Sophie Jaff from the book by Monica Gunning Music: Rob Wilson & Lyrics: Sophie Jaff Director: Rajendra Ramoon Maharaj. Performers will be contracted for Both contracts. Please do not submit unless available for: Equity Staged Reading: Oct. 9 - 13, 2006. (Staged Reading contract, $100 stipend.) Full Tya production contract: 1st rehearsal: January 2, 2007. Runs January 15 - February 13, 2007. Plays four large venues, including Symphony Space. ($403/week minimum). Please Submit Headshots/Resumes to Brad Malow: Sheltercasting@Gmail.com. Please prepare your best musical theatre selection. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring a picture and resume, stapled together. In 1996, Making Books Sing was launched as the family theatre and arts education program of New York City's Vineyard Theatre, one of Off Broadway's most accomplished theatres. Today, Making Books Sing is a dynamic, independent organization that will serve over 9,000 kids and adults in the coming year. Web: http://makingbookssing.com.

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LIVE NATION MOTOR SPORTS SEEKS FEMALE ON AIR TV TALENT FOR NATIONWIDE EVENTS

Currently seeking qualified individuals for potential reporter position for an upcoming fast paced motor sports oriented TV program beginning November 6. Send resume and video sample to: Krista Speller at Live Nation Motor Sports located at 4255 Meridian Pkwy, Aurora, IL. 60504. Seeking female - any years, any ethnicity - preferred with experience for both on and off camera position. Must be able to interact with drivers, crews and existing staff. Must be able to travel. Only experience need apply. Apply to: Krista, 4255 Meridian Pkwy, Aurora, IL. 60504. Expires October 15, 2006.

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CENTENARY STAGE COMPANY CASTING FOR "THE DEW POINT", NEW JERSEY

Union. Director: Margo Whitcomb. Casting Centenary Stage Company Equity contract: Spt Tier 4, $268/week minimum Artistic Director : Carl Wallnau Program Director, Women Playwrights Series : Catherine Rust Director: Margo Whitcomb Author : Neena Beber. First rehearsal on/about October 16, 2006. Runs Nov 3-19th. Performances Thursday through Sunday with 2 Wednesday matinees. Accepting Headshots & Resumes for the role of “Jack” in the Premiere of “The Dew Point” by Neena Beber Rehearsal process will include developmental work with the playwright. Jack – 40-50, artist who designs furniture; a charming “rogue” with a ambiguous moral compass. Should exude a visceral heat with an urban artist’s sensibility. Send headshots & resumes -'Attn: Dew Point' - to: Centenary College 400 Jefferson Street Hackettstown, Nj 07840. Email: boxoffice@centenarystageco.org. Web: http://www.centenarystageco.org.

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SHOOTING INDUSTRIAL INFOMERCIAL IN NEW YORK CITY

Looking for Male or Female to be on-camera talent for national real-estate company's sales DVD that will be given to prospective clients. Should be aged 30's-40's, average build, caucasian, and have a 'evening news anchor' look. For men, we'd like a full head of hair. Will need to show up camera ready for a one-day studio shoot sometime in September in New York City and be able to deliver several pages of monologue. This is a non-union job and pays $500 for the day. Submit Headshots/Resume and Web Links to any of your work to: nycastingdvd@yahoo.com Please don't apply if you don't meet the above requirements. Apply to: Producer at nycastingdvd@yahoo.com. Ends September 20.

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SEEK MALE VOICE OVER TALENT FOR INDUSTRIAL VIDEO, NEW YORK CITY

Non-Union. Director: Roger DeLaCruz. We are looking for a rugged american male Vo talent. Ages 30-50 to be voice of new natonal closed-curcuit network. Industrial Video Budget Scale. Submit samples on-line or submit discs to: R. DeLaCruz 130 W. 29th St. suite 400 New york, NY 10001.

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AVVISIONE INC. CASTING FOR SHORT FILM "OSAMA BIN LATTE", FARMINGTON HILLS

Non-Union. Director: Ross Marroso. Short Film Osama Bin Latte - Politcal Satire Comedy short on the 'making of' one of Osama's internet videos. Done by an active film festival director. Has shown films at Tribeca Film Festival and Seattle International Film festival and more.

Seeking:
* Osama-Bin-Laden look-a-like. This is a hilarious part and the lead role. I do not need you to look like him but rather CAN you look like him with a lot of make-up. I am hiring a special effects make-up person for beards noses n'such. Preference will be given to people speaking Farsee or Arabic as well as those who naturally look a little like him...I.E. same shape eyes or nose etc. Paying $150 per shooting day+ Food, Gas and DVD of completed movie. And additional $200 for some time for the Make-up artist before the shoot and a partial day for rehersal.
* Studio executive. Sharp-cocky-slick-slick-slick. Also a lead role I need someone who has intense comedic timing. This role takes on many of the jokes in the movie and has a lot of screen time and speaking lines. I do not care what you look like but you have to clean up well and look like a million bucks...think the kind of person who is always spraying breath spray in their mouths. Paying $150 per shooting day+ Food, Gas and DVD of completed movie. +$100 dollars for a partial day of rehersals.

Apply to: Ross at rossmarroso@hotmail.com. Expires October 5.

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ABSINTHE-MINDED THEATRE HAS NEW PHOTO & RESUME REQUEST

The Absinthe-Minded Theatre Company is currently accepting photos & resumes from actors, actresses and techies. We're an Off-Off Broadway company that does neglected but worthy (and edgy) British & American plays from the late 20th century. Mostly non-union, with an occasional Equity showcase. To find out about our company as well as past and upcoming productions, check out our Website at Myspace.com/absmind. Mail photos/resumes to: Ralph Scarpato, Producing Artistic Director, The Absinthe-Minded Theatre Company, 1484 Stadium Ave., Bronx, NY 10465.

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NEW THE HEART OF THE MATTER

Resolve Productions is casting the short film "The Heart of the Matter." SAG Short Film Agreement. Synopsis: Long term partners Jamie Davidson and Steven Carlyle meet several weeks after their break-up to finalize the division of assets. Seeking: Steven Carlyle (Mid to late 30s) arrogant, self absorbed entertainment industry executive. Jason Prescott (Early 20s) Consummate boy toy. Will be shirtless (jeans only) for one of two scenes. Please send headshots and resumes to casting@resolveproductions.com. Deferred pay, copy, credit, meals, and all related expenses covered. Production Medium: 24P Mini-DV on Panasonic DVX-100A. Please submit no later than September 24.

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NEW MALE PERFORMER

Porter Novelli Casting is seeking one full-time male performer to portray brand icon. Applicants must be bilingual (colloquial Spanish and English) with experience in comedy, improvisation, and clowning. Position is salaried and includes medical and dental benefits, sick leave and vacation. Applicants should be of average or slightly above average height and at "healthy weight." To apply, please send professional resume, photo and a 10-minute videotape of your work by September 25 to: Eniko Bolivar, c/o Porter Novelli, 10960 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1750, Los Angeles, CA 90024.

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NEW ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER

The Working Theatre, NYC. Equity LOA-NYC, minimum salary and contract approval pending. Producing Director: Mark Plesent. Writer: Mike Batistick. 1st Rehearsal: September 27, 2006 (at the Players Theater, 115 MacDougal Street). First Public Performance: October 20, 2006 (at 45 Below at Culture Project, 45 Bleecker Street) Closes: November 19, 2006. Please Email Resumes to: Mark Plesent at mplesent@gmail.com or Mail hard copy to: The Working Theater, PO Box 892, New York, NY 10002.

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KITCHEN THEATRE COMPANY CASTS "NEW COMFORT FOOD", NEW YORK CITY

Kitchen Theatre Company, Inc. Special Appearance (approval pending) $400 Per Week (+ private housing, transportation, health and pension); $105 weekly per diem. Book and Lyrics: Rachel Lampert. Music: Larry Pressgrove. Artistic Director: Rachel Lampert. Author: Rolin Jones. Director: David Lefkowich. Casting Director: Michael Cassara. First Rehearsal: December 18, 2007. Opens: January 11, 2007. Closes: February 11, 2007. Seeking: Saul: 60-75, Male. A retired physician on a journey to rediscover his past has come to town track down his old buddy, Joe, after many, many years. Instead he finds Joe’s widow, Estelle, who has no interest in catching up with her dead husbands friends, especially not when there’s cooking to be done! Will Saul be able to melt Estelle’s icy veneer and reawaken some romantic possibility? The character requires a sharp, flinty wit and an abundance of charm. The singing will be in the style of standards from the 30s and 40s. Appointment auditions will be held in New York City. To considered for an appointment, please e-mail or mail picture/resume to ATTN: Comfort Food, Michael Cassara Casting, 333 W. 39th Street - Suite 601A, New York, NY 10018 or michaelcassara@aol.com.

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NEW THE FREEDOM TOAST HAS THEATRE AUDITIONS, ATLANTA

Mon, Sept 18, 10AM-4PM. Saint Mark United Methodist Church, 781 Peachtree St, NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 (Parking available behind the sanctuary, follow signs to audition studio.) The Freedom Toast, LLC and Blue Rondo Productions. Lawrenceville, GA. AGVA Special Engagement Agreement (pending). Note: This is not an Equity production. Tour to begin Fall/Winter 2006. Rehearsals begin within weeks of final casting. Production will be based out of Atlanta, GA. Domestic travel required. For an appointment, e-mail auditions@thefreedomtoast.com or call (678) 377-7382. Please include name, daytime contact info and e-mail address when requesting appointment. Please prepare 32 bars of any up-tempo song; no ballads please. Bring sheet music in the correct key; an accompanist will be provided. No tapes or a cappella auditions will be heard. Please also prepare a one-minute comedic monologue. Please bring two copies of your stapled headshot and resume. Ongoing musical/comedy cabaret-style touring production, built around parodies of well-known songs, incorporating setup dialogue and skit comedy. Seeking: Two male principal singer/actors and two female principal singer/actors. Understudy positions also available. Production requires performers with all vocal ranges, any race, any body type, able to play ages 30-60. Improvisation and impersonation skills a plus.

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GLASS BOTTOM PRODUCTION READIES NEW SAG FEATURE, MIAMI

Glass Bottom Productions is casting the action/romance feature film Merlyn's Gorilla. Basic SAG contract. Location: Miami/Fort Lauderdale. Seelomg: Supporting Roles - 1 Male (28-40, 1 Female (18-24), 5 Males (30-40), 3 Female (30-40). Character Roles - 7 Males (16-65), 10 Females (16-65 All Ethnicity. Submission Info: Chris Malow, Casting Director, 1245 South Powerline Road, Suite 301. Pompano Beach FL 33069. Additional Info: Union Scale. Production Medium: 35 mm Film. Please submit by Dec. 14.

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NEW FALL/WINTER THEATRICAL AGENCY INTERNS, NEW YORK CITY

Kazarian, Spencer & Associates is a bi-coastal theatrical agency. Established in Los Angeles, the New York office was opened in June 2002 and represents actors for Film, Television & Theatre. Currently seeking Interns for the Fall & Winer Semesters, to begin immediately. Office duties as well as picking up scripts and delivering submissions to casting directors’ offices. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering phones, preparing submissions, handling headshots & resumes, various clerical duties. We look for individuals who are computer literate, have good communications skills, great organizational skills and are passionate about the entertainment industry. This job is an amazing opportunity to learn about the way talent agencies work. If you have an interest in this field there is no better way to start out! A two or three day minimum is required. Interviews begin immediately, college credits are available and a minimal stipend is paid. Please email your resume and cover letter to Eileen Priboy at: KSANYOffice@aol.com or fax it to 212-582-7448.

Musician & Band Alert

BLUE RONDO PRODUCTIONS CASTS THE "FREEDOM TOAST-LIVE!" MUSICAL, ATLANTA

Union. Director: Dale Grogan - musical director. Blue Rondo Productions & The Freedom Toast, LLC announce auditions for the touring production of The Freedom Toast - Live ! ... a vaudeville/cabaret style show built around parodies of well-known songs, incorporating setup dialogue, skit comedy and improvisation. Performances in both concert setting and private/corporate events scheduled on an ongoing bases beginning Fall 2006. Casting for 2 male & 2 female singer/actors for multiple characters able to play ages 30- 60 (understudy positions also available) . Improvisation and impersonation skills a plus. All positions paid. Equity and Non-Equity both encouraged to audition. Working under an Agva letter of agreement. Auditions are Monday, September 25th, 10 a. m. till 6:00 p. m. Prepare 32 bars of any up tempo song (no ballads) - accompanist provided. Must bring sheet music in correct key- no taped accompaniments or a capella auditions will be heard. Also prepare a 1 minute comedic monologue and bring 2 copies of your headshot & resume. Auditions by appointment only. Please email H/R to Amy Holt at: auditions@thefreedomtoast.com or call (678) 377-7382. In your message, please provide your name, daytime contact information & email address. http://www.thefreedomtoast.com.

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CHRISTIAN BROADCASTING NETWORK SEEKS SOUND DESIGN ENGINEER, VIRGINIA BEACH

Join our animation team at The Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN), where for 25 years, CBN has been the world leader in Bible-theme animation programs for television. Our award-winning animation features and series have captivated children and adults throughout the world, bringing Bible stories to life and touching lives in 114 countries and in 60 languages! If you love producing memorable audio elements and have a desire to impact your world, you don’t want to miss this opportunity! We’re looking for a cutting-edge Sound Design Engineer/Producer with excellent experience in audio non linear production and sound design using Nuendo or comparable software. This position will produce a variety of animated projects which also requires knowledge of non linear editing in Final Cut and DVD studio pro or comparable software; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; strong communication skills; and ability to distinguish sounds on a variety of levels. CBN offers you a professional and challenging work environment, competitive salary and full benefits package. If you meet the listed qualifications, and are in agreement with CBN’s mission and purpose, please submit an application online by visiting www.cbn.com and send a demo reel to: CBN, Attn: Employment, 977 Centerville Turnpike, Virginia Beach, VA, 23463. Apply to: CBN Employment, 977 Centerville Turnpike, Virginia Beach, VA 23463, Fax 757 226-3899. Email: employment@cbn.org. Web: http://www.cbn.com.

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SUNDALE DREAM SEEKS MUSIC COMPOSER, BURBANK

I'm looking for a music composer for my latest 20min length short film titled "Pearl". This is a fairy tale about a little girl named Pearl who smells like a rotten fish. Because of the fact, she thinks she is a mermaid and goes to a journey to find a real mermaid and her place in life. We just finished the shooting last weekend and get into post production. The format of this film is Super 16mm film, so it looks pretty good. I'm planning to submit this film to many film festivals around the world. If you are interested in this project please contact me. Also, you can see the trailer of my last film, "Pomegranate" which was nominated by Short Shorts Film Festival, the biggest short film festival in Asia, on the website of my organization, http://www.sundaledream.com. Apply to: Kentaro Hagiwara, email: kentaro1213@hotmail.com.

Monday, September 11, 2006

Musician & Band Alert

LABEL RELATIONS MANAGER FOR NAPSTER, LOS ANGELES

Join us, we are Napster, the world's most recognized brand in online music.
Napster provides a competitive salary and benefits, a positive and supportive work environment, interesting and challenging work and a ringside seat to witness and contribute to the explosive growth of digital media in the 21st century.

* Please indicate your salary requirements on your resume when submitting.
* Relocation assistance is not offered.
* Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

Label Relations Manager
Job Description

Napster, a digital music service provider, is currently looking for a Label Relations Manager for our Los Angeles office. The Label Relations Manager will manage and coordinate all communications, program execution and business relationships with our label partners to meet company objectives. This person will be responsible for identifying new sources of content, closing deals in tandem with the Legal Department, executing promotional programs and be the primary interface between the Music Programming Team and Napster’s label partners. The Label Relations Manager will report to the VP, Music Services.

Candidates will preferably have at least 4 years experience in a similar role at a large retailer, digital service or label. Potential candidates must be able to multi-task while leading and directing the work of others. Successful candidates will have extensive experience in working with the major labels and a strong professional network of contacts.

Requirements:

-Possesses superb presentation, verbal and written communication skills
- Familiarity with processes and technologies involved in publishing content to the internet and ability to work in a cross-functional capacity with internal development teams
- Identify new content acquisition opportunities.
- Manage the interface and tracking of potential new business targets and ongoing relationships.
- Define and Manage communications database.
-Maximize vendor relationships
-Provide input into special music programming projects

Please indicate salary requirements when submitting your resume for this position in email to: recruiting@napster.com. This employer will accept your resume as text in body of email or as an attachment.

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FILM COMPOSER/BAND NEEDED, NEW YORK

Film production company seeking original music for 20 minute digital short film soundtrack. Pay dependent upon number of songs used. PLEASE DO NOT SEND ANY E-MAILS. Send CDs/materials to 226 west 78th street Apt 2D NYC 10024. Apply to: Smith, 226 West 78th street 2D, Nyc 10024. Expires October 7, 2006.

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SOUND MIXER/ENGINEER, SAN FRANCISCO

Amazing independent feature film shot in Ireland and San Francisco needs a great sound engineer/mixer to perform a quick festival-mix on the sound in order to get the film in shape for the sundance and slamdance submission deadlines. The engineer just needs to smooth out the sound and add a few sound FX. Should be no more than 2 or 3 days work. Check out the movie website for more info on the film - www.TruthAboutKerry.com. Compensation $100 per day. Apply to: Shaun O'Sullivan at Shaun@truthaboutkerry.com; general inquiries: DoubleOPictures@aol.com.

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CANARSIE BOY SEEKS COMPOSER INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC, NEW YORK

We are looking for a composer for the award winning film, Serial. We currently have some temporary tracks and we want to replace all the music with an original score. Payment is on a lo/no/deferred basis. We are looking for instrumental music. Something along the lines of Cliff Martinez, Thomas Newman. If you want to get a feel for the film, feel free to visit the movie's official website, www.serialthemovie.com. We can pay a little something for the right composer. Obviously, to make things easier, we need a sample of your work so please supply links to your stuff. PLEASE DO NOT E-MAIL US REGARDING OTHER POSITIONS. WE ARE ONLY LOOKING FOR COMPOSERS--INSTRUMENTAL. Apply to: Alan: mail form (http://www.serialthemovie.com/htmlsite/contact.htm), http://www.serialthemovie.com.

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MUSIC COMPOSER FOR TROUBLE PRODUCTIONS, LOS ANGELES

Local producer seeks recent grad/professional composer to write a song or series of songs for a children’s video. Looking for fun, simple song to grab the attention of a toddler. Style flexible. Candidates must be enthusiastic and eager to collaborate on a low-budget project. Familiarity/interest in kids shows a plus. Please send resume and audio files to Alex: ChildrensVideo@gmail.com Pay is negotiable. Expires September 30.

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PHOENIX ENTERTAINMENT HOLDING GROUP SEEKING TO FILL A&R SPOT, BARCELONA

PHOENIX ENTERTAINEMNT Spain is currently seeking someone that has the knowledge, talent and background as A&R for majors or important label, Applicants must be familiar with R&B & Hip hop and Latin pop world AND absolutely have very deep contacts with agents, managers, labels & majors. Applicant must know everything about Touring, booking, artist developping, managing, endorsements deals finding, will be day to day business. Applicants without experiences in music industry and no deep contacts or references do no need to apply. Spanish language, french or german would definitely be a plus. Please send email and cover letter with salary history to: info@phx.es. This employer will accept your resume as text in body of email or as an attachment.

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

NYC TV PRODUCTION COMPANY SEEKING MALE HOST

Non-Union. Director: TBD. You the Man? A Male Host is needed for “CUBE FABULOUS” season II (check out the 1st season at www.cubefabulous.com) This series is a comedic take on makeover shows (think The Office meets Pimp My Ride). What we’re looking for: Mid to late 20’s, attractive, funny/charismatic, great at Improv, any ethnicity. If you have design experience this is a bonus, but not a requirement. If you have what we’re looking for, send a headshot, bio and a reel to Casting Department 545 8th Avenue Suite 24NE New York, NY 10018. If you don’t have a reel, please make a 3-minute tape introducing yourself and show us your TV hosting skills. All submissions must be received by Friday, September 15, 2006. Email: cubefabhost@hotmail.com.

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CHRISTIAN TV COMMERCIALS, ATLANTA

Non-Union. Director: Show us your submission. What we do is really interesting. We take talented actors and utilize their skills to demonstrate biblical concepts to a large Christian Television audience. All of our secular work is of a non offensive manner as well. Simple. We perfer Christian actors of all looks (especially MEN). We do not want perfect pictures so email us what you have. Most of our tapings will take between 3 and 5 hours from the time you show up on set. Until the time we wrap! No Phone Calls please! We will be reviewing hundreds of submissions and setting up a casting call early next week. Thank you, God Bless. Please email us your head shot, Media-x-2732, Christian Actors Only, 5925 Old National Highway, College Park, GA 30349. Expires September 29, 2006.

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SOUTHERNSTEELE XPRESS TV LOOKS FOR ANCHOR/HOST, UTAH

Non-Union. Director: Patrick Montgomery. Looking for main anchor host for a one of a kind long haul truckers tv show and production. Paying $5,000.00 a month for 10 months of duration. Will need to fund your own travel money for first audition/interview if you do not live in or near Utah. Please no married applicants, no LDS applicants, and please only female applicants we have our male cast already completed. Looking for: Female / 31-40 yrs. / White, main host, should have a trucker or former trucker background will anchor the show along with the RodeWolf should be a kountry gal with a Gretchen Wilson look; Female / 25-30 yrs. / White, same as anchor host but will travel to various trucker/trucking trade shows and report on trucking and the trucking lifestyle, must be single, must be able to travel, must be willing to work long hours, must be able to slate and read as well as help write own scripts. If your looking for a challenging job on air regional to go national television with no frills but plenty of serious grunt production, then please don't crawl, run to your computer and email us at both SouthernSteeleMedia@HOTMAIL.COM, or SouthernSteeleXpress@YAHOO.COM, or call 801-992-3333 afternoons mountain standard time. Apply to: Patrick Montgomery, 285 East 1450 North #224, Bountiful Utah 84010. http://www.hazzardcountyradio.com/.

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CASTING NEW MUSICAL, GAUGUIN/SAVAGE LIGHT, NEW YORK CITY

George Fischoff, classic 60s hit songwriter and theater composer is putting together a cast for a return engagement Nov 8 - Dec 31 of his new musical Gauguin/Savage Light at Theatre Now. Michael Ormond will direct at the Abingdon Theatre Arts Complex, 312 W. 36th St. Seeking-Paul Gauguin: must be believable mid-20s into mid-40s, legendary French 19th century artist, dashing, charismatic leading man, great singing and acting; Techura: female, must look 17-18, ravishing, exotic, plays Tahitian, great singing and acting; Vincent Van Gogh: look mid-30s, tortured, brilliant artist, great acting, very little singing; Tioka: male, look mid-40s to 50s or even 60s, Gauguin's older Tahitian friend, Maori, sensitive acting, little singing; Mette Gad: believable mid-20s to late 30s, beautiful, blonde, first wife of Gauguin from Cophenhagen, Denmark, fine acting and singing; All Purpose Chorus Members: one male, one female, must be triple threats, great singers, actors and dancers. For more info, call George at 718-271-7260. Some small pay. Non Union.

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STAGE AUDITIONS FOR AMERICAN BUFFALO, PENNSYLAVNIA
Pittsburgh Playhouse, 222 Craft Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. The REP, Pittsburgh Playhouse. Pittsburgh, PA. SPT Tier 4, $268/week minimum. Author: David Mamet. Director: Gregory Lehane. 1st rehearsal: October 17, 2006. Runs November 15 – 19 and November 29 – December 10. For an appointment, please call Production Stage Manager Kim Martin at 412-621-4445, ext.4632, or e-mail kmartin@pointpark.edu. Sides will be provided at the audition. Visually impaired performers may request an advance copy of the sides when making an audition appointment. A reader will be provided. Please bring a picture and resume, stapled together. Seeking: Don: Owner of Don’s Resale Shop. Father figure to Bob. Bobby: Slow-witted, dull and Don’s gopher. Has a drug habit. Faithful to Don. Teach: A business associate of Don, often heard dispensing parcels of wisdom.

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CASTING OFF BROADWAY MUSICAL, MERRY-GO-ROUND, NEW YORK

Off Broadway musical Merry-Go-Round looking for two female and two male singers who move well. Equity and non-equity performers welcomed. Rehearsal and performance pay. Rehearsals beginning October in Manhattan. Perfomances in the Bronx and Manhattan in November and December. Benefit performances for Dancers Responding to AIDs, Lincoln and Montefiore Hospitals for children with blood diseases, as well as CBT's continued work in the South Bronx. Tour beginning in January. Robert Lubell, TCI College-Producer. Louis Johnson-Director. Stephanie Dabney and Pepper Choreographers. Contact Contemporary Ballet Theatre 718-860-6400 Telephone. Send picture(s) and resume to: Contemporary Ballet Theatre, P.O. Box 740015. Fax 718-860-4122. Cbt@contemporaryballettheatre.org.

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INFILMZ PRODUCTIONS CASTING SHORT FILM "ISABELLE'S KISSES",

InFilmZ Productions is casting for a short film titled "Isabelle's Kisses" about a forbidden love affair between two girls. Directed by Yelizaveta Neskina. Seeking: Annie: (18-21), any ethnicity, slim, slender, boyish looking with short dark hair. She is quiet, shy and secretive. Annie was raped at a very young age. She grew up with an alcoholic father who used to physically abuse her mother. Men never brought anything besides horror into her life. First time she fell in love was with a girl, during her junior year in high school. Annie is aware and comfortable of her sexuality; all she wants is to love and be loved. Actors may submit headshots/resumes/reels via e-mail to kisses@infilmz.com.

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CASTING ACTION/ROMANCE FEATURE, MERLYN'S GORILLA, FLORIDA

Glass Bottom Productions is casting the action/romance feature film Merlyn's Gorilla. Basic SAG contract. Location: Miami/Fort Lauderdale. Seelomg: Supporting Roles - 1 Male (28-40, 1 Female (18-24), 5 Males (30-40), 3 Female (30-40). Character Roles - 7 Males (16-65), 10 Females (16-65 All Ethnicity. Submission Info: Chris Malow, Casting Director, 1245 South Powerline Road, Suite 301. Pompano Beach FL 33069. Additional Info: Union Scale. Production Medium: 35 mm Film. Please submit by Dec. 14.

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ASBURY FOREVER, NONUNION FILM FEATURE, NEW JERSEY

Sun. Sept 10, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Sat. Sept 16, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. ASBURY PARK PARAMOUNT THEATRE LOBBY, 1300 Ocean Avenue between Fifth and Sunset Asbury Park, New Jersey 07712 Asbury Forever Productions LLC is holding an open casting call for the drama mystery "Asbury Forever". Director: Jay McCarey. Filming September - November. Bring photo/resume for a brief interview. Seeking: MAYOR HAROLD WHITNEY – Lead – Male - Caucasian – 40-50 - Brown hair, Mayor of Asbury Park – CAROL WHITNEY – Supporting – Female - Caucasian – 40-50 – wife of Mayor Whitney - JAMES BRADLEY – Lead – Male – Caucasian – 60-70 – founder of Asbury Park - ARTHUR PRYOR – Supporting – Male – Caucasian – 30-40 – Asbury Park bandleader - MARY KELLY - Lead – Female - Caucasian – 25-35 - Widow, Blond or Dirty Blond Hair, Jerseygirl, Bon Jovi Fan, Slender or Athletic Build, works at diner, emotional role - DETECTIVE AL BARDEN – Lead – Male - African-American - 40-50 – Slick, experienced detective, smokes tiparillo cigars - MARTIN "DUKE" GRIMLEY- Lead – Male - Caucasian – 40-50 - Brown hair, corporate tycoon – smokes cigars - TOMMY KELLY – Lead – Male - Caucasian – 5-10 - Dirty Blond Hair or Light Brown Hair - JOE WALSH – Supporting – Male - Caucasian – 65-75 – Tommy’s grandfather – ALICE BAUER – Supporting - 60-70 – Female - Caucasian - Mayor Whitney’s Secretary - DETECTIVE VALERIE PEREZ – Supporting – Female - 30-40 – Hispanic – DR. KEN CHANDRA – Supporting – Male - 40-50 – Indian - FRANK ALDEN – Supporting – Male – African-American – 45-55 - Asbury Park Police Chief - MS. HAYDEN – Supporting – Female - Caucasian – 55-65 – nurse - MARCY – Supporting – Female - African-American – 25-35 – Waitress & friend of Mary Kelly - KATHY – Supporting – Female - Caucasian – 30-40 – Waitress & friend of Mary Kelly - GOVERNOR RICHARD HARGROVE – Dayplayer – Male - Caucasian – 50-60 – NJ Governor - DR. NANCY MORGAN – Supporting – Female - Caucasian – 40-50 - Psychologist - MADAME ZOLTAR – Supporting – Female - 60-70 – Caucasian – Psychic - CEMETERY GROUNDSKEEPER – Supporting – Male - 50-60 – creepy, looks as if he has been working at the cemetery a few too many years -NEWSPAPER DELIVERYMAN – Dayplayer – Male – 20-30 – Caucasian – Long Brown Hair – Rock/Metal fan type – earrings & tattoos – GWEN – Supporting - Female - Caucasian – 40-50 - Duke Grimley’s Assistant – mean looking – Brown Hair or Black Hair. SEVERAL OTHER SUPPORTING, DAYPLAYER & FEATURED ROLES AVAILABLE. Principal & Supporting Actors will receive meals, DVD copy, contract for points/residuals on the movie. Transportation reimbursement is not provided. NJ actors that are able to commute by car to Asbury Park preferred. If unable to attend, mail photo/resume to: New Century Pictures, Attn: Asbury Forever Casting, P.O. Box 370, Fanwood, NJ 07023. Or email to: ncemovies@yahoo.com. Contact # (323) 509-9200. Do not contact the Paramount Theatre.

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STAGE AUDITIONS FOR "COMFORT FOOD", NEW YORK

Kitchen Theatre Company, Inc. Special Appearance (approval pending) $400 Per Week (+ private housing, transportation, health and pension); $105 weekly per diem. Book and Lyrics: Rachel Lampert. Music: Larry Pressgrove. Artistic Director: Rachel Lampert. Author: Rolin Jones. Director: David Lefkowich. Casting Director: Michael Cassara. First Rehearsal: December 18, 2007. Opens: January 11, 2007. Closes: February 11, 2007. Seeking: Saul: 60-75, Male. A retired physician on a journey to rediscover his past has come to town track down his old buddy, Joe, after many, many years. Instead he finds Joe’s widow, Estelle, who has no interest in catching up with her dead husbands friends, especially not when there’s cooking to be done! Will Saul be able to melt Estelle’s icy veneer and reawaken some romantic possibility? The character requires a sharp, flinty wit and an abundance of charm. The singing will be in the style of standards from the 30s and 40s. Appointment auditions will be held in New York City. To considered for an appointment, please e-mail or mail picture/resume to ATTN: Comfort Food, Michael Cassara Casting, 333 W. 39th Street - Suite 601A, New York, NY 10018 or michaelcassara@aol.com.

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DIVERSITY PLAYERS OF HARLEM CASTING FOR STAGE, NEW YORK

Diversity Players of Harlem is seeking actors in its November 7-12 production of A Soldier’s Play by Charles Fuller and directed by Kathy Lindboe. All actors must be willing to work through an intense rehearsal schedule and with a focused production team. The rehearsals are scheduled from October 1 – November 6. There is potential pay. Seeking: Sergeant Vernon C. Waters: a well-built light brown-skinned man that shows signs of self hatred. Corporal Bernard Cobb: an African-American man in his mid to late twenties. Private James Wilkie: an African-American man in his late thirties to early forties. A career soldier. Private Louis Henson: a thin African-American man in his late twenties to early thirties. PFC Melvin Peterson: an African-American man in his late twenties. Angelic looking with glasses. Corporal Ellis: a "spit and polish" African-American male soldier. Captain Charles Taylor: a young Caucasian man in his mid to late thirties. Captain Wilcox: a Caucasian medical officer. Lieutenant Byrd: a "spit and polish" Causcasian soldier in his late twenties. Speaks with Southern accent. Private C.J. Memphis: a Southern African-American male soldier that sings. Please submit resumes/headshots to the following email address: casting@diversityplayersofharlem.com.

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AEA SHOWCASE RADIOTHEATRE SEASON RADIOTHEATRE, OFF OFF BROADWAY

A live theatrical Off Off Broadway company producing five shows a season in Manhattan. Currently casting THE HAUNTING OF 85 EAST 4th STREET opens November 30. AEA Showcase contract pending. Union and non-Union. We are NOT a radio show. We produce a unique form of theatre using extensive soundtrack, music and live actors. Seeking: Deep voiced, mature "radio" actor, a great story teller, particularly of terrifying tales. Someone who can command an audience with his voice and natural ability to weave a tall tale and scare them at the same time. Not just looking for voiceover artists. Please do not send if this doesn't apply to you. Please submit headshot and resume to Radiotheatre, 190 Waverly Place, New York, NY 10014. Check out past productions at www.radiotheatrenyc.com.

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FILM ROLES FOR "FOREIGN XCHANGE", NEW YORK

Union feature film is looking for actors to fill two additional roles. Full Glass Film/Sycophant. Executive Producers: John Sachar/Alan Cohen/Michael Parness. Producers: Elana Pianko/Stan Erdreich/Michael Cohen/Greg Weiss. Director: Danny Roth. Writers: Elliot Phear/Joel Solomon. Casting Director: Casting House/Danny Roth. Casting Associate: Daryl Eisenberg. Location: Connecticut & New Jersey. Start Date: 9/14/2006. Please submit ASAP to: Danny Roth. C/o Castinghouse East, 9 Desbrosses, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10013. To download the script, go to www.screenplayonline.com and use script key code: 616foreign16. Seeking the following two additional roles: FEMALE LAURENT, 17 years old, French teenager. She is the object of DAVE’s fantasies. Must be VERY attractive. Must be comfortable with girl/girl kissing. Will be topless. GOOZE, an overweight 25 year old midget, with a wad of chew in his mouth, is an infamous local figure, a foul-mouthed guy who always shows up whenever the high schoolers have a party with beer and booze. He hangs out with Dave and his pals when they go to a campsite, and is never far from the keg. MUST BE A LITTLE PERSON...2 speeches & 5 lines, 6 scenes (27). STORY LINE: A group of regular suburban kids face their senior year in high school, distracted from their studies by beer, sex, drugs and a group of foreign exchange students who teach them about love and friendship.

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CASTING FOR SHORT FILM ISABELLE'S KISSES

InFilmZ Productions is casting for a short film titled "Isabelle's Kisses" about a forbidden love affair between two girls. Directed by Yelizaveta Neskina. Seeking: Annie: (18-21), any ethnicity, slim, slender, boyish looking with short dark hair. She is quiet, shy and secretive. Annie was raped at a very young age. She grew up with an alcoholic father who used to physically abuse her mother. Men never brought anything besides horror into her life. First time she fell in love was with a girl, during her junior year in high school. Annie is aware and comfortable of her sexuality; all she wants is to love and be loved. Actors may submit headshots/resumes/reels via e-mail to kisses@infilmz.com.

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LOOKING FOR ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER, NEW YORK

The producers of Pure Country are seeking two (2) Assistant Stage Managers for this new country musical. Producers: Ellen Rusconi and Christopher Presley, NYC. Equity 29-Hour Staged Reading, $100 Stipend. Director: Pete Masterson. Rehearsals: September 18 – 25, 2006, Monday through Friday only (no weekend rehearsal). Presentations: September 25th and 26th. All rehearsals and presentations in Midtown. Please e-mail resumes to purecountry@stimpson.com.

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LOOKING GLASS THEATRE HAS ACTING INTERNSHIPS, NEW YORK

The Looking Glass Theatre is seeking Fall 2006 Acting Interns. Interns will be cast in our Winter 2006 Looking Glass Forum, a festival of new works by upcoming female playwrights and directors, to be held in December. Interns will also receive free monologue coaching, as well as acting classes each week. The time commitment is from September 18 through December 18, 2006. Interns will be required to work in our offices for two 4-hour sessions per week. Acting class will be held Monday evenings from 6-10 pm. Auditions/interviews will be held by appointment at 422 West 57th Street (NYC) on Monday, September 11 from 6-9 pm. Email acting and work resumes to admin@lookingglasstheatrenyc.com for an appointment (given on a first-come, first-serve basis). Prepare contrasting monologues, no longer than two minutes combined. Bring pix & resumes.

Monday, September 04, 2006

7th Annual Billboard R&B Hip-Hop Conference, Starbucks Salon, Mobile Entertainment Summit, The State of the Motion Picture Industry, Thelonious Monk

The Tenth Annual Los Angeles International Short Film Festival opens September 5 in Hollywood, and continues through September 13 while showcasing short films and for the first time commercial spots, as well as "Writers Boot Camp" and "Actor's Access". American Idol alum Kelly Clarkson headlines a special recording session and gala dinner for Grammys On The Hill, which will also honor Sen. Dianne Feinstein and Rep. Mark Foley in Washington, D.C. on September 6. Getting records launched from concept to consumer is the topic Clay Pasternack will discuss at an NARIP event in North Hollywood on September 6. At the Seventh Annual Billboard R&B Hip-Hop Conference and Awards ASCAP is sponsoring a special Q&A with rap star Ludacris on September 8 with a conference start date on September 6. How the Internet is modifying the way media is produced, distributed and consumed will be a conference topic titled "Media in Transition Conference" opening in Munich September 7-8. DCTV, a not-for-profit providing low-cost services to the independent media community, has its Fall Open House, with free food and drink, on September 8 in New York City. Starbucks Salon is a nomadic interactive coffeehouse, gallery, and performance venue dedicated to showcasing work from up-and-coming performers makes its New York City debut with a run from September 8-17. The Mobile Entertainment Summit will explore the trends for mobile content and applications as well as facilitate a deal making environment between content owners and distributors during a September 11 session in Los Angeles.

The 30th Annual Canadian Country Music Awards taking place September 11 in New Brunswick is slated for broadcast on the CBC-TV network, as well as GAC in the U.S. The World Airline Entertainment Association gives its annual conference and exhibition in Miami, September 12-15, focused on educational sessions, workshops and forums on the airline industry's inflight film/TV market. For this year's annual Blue Ribbon Breakfast in New York City, CTAM hosts a forum on cable tv's future. On September 15 in New York City, Dan Glickman, the former United States Secretary of Agriculture and the current President and CEO of the Motion Picture Association of America addresses "The State of the Motion Picture Industry." Learning Annex presents "How to Make, Market and Sell Your Film or TV Project" with cinematographer Laszlo Kovacs, producer Ron Colby and editor Kevin Tent, on September 16 in Los Angeles. The Thelonious Monk Institute's Piano Competition and 20th Anniversary Gala happens over two days, September 16 & 17, and is where the winner of the 13th Annual BMI Jazz Composers Competition will also be announced at the event in Washington, D.C. This year the Billboard Dance Music Summit moves to Vegas and will be part of a city-wide Dance Music Festival, from September 17-20. The IFP Market is a week-long showcase, held each autumn in New York, for new features, works-in-progress, shorts, and scripts, is held this year from September 17-21 in New York City. Entertainment marketing opportunities in film, TV, music and gaming are presented by entertainment marketing executives at the L.A. Office Roadshow 2006, September 18-21 in Hollywood.

This year at the Vancouver International Comedy Festival, the first annual "Destination Funny Shorts" is a short film competition folded into the festival which happens September 18-24. This year's NAB Radio Show running September 20-22 in Dallas, incorporates podcasting technology and innovation, and a range of other topics. The International Bluegrass Music Association once again hosts an "interactive" discussion format and will expand the popular "Gig Fair" and other features like the DJ Taping Sessions and Song Demo Listening Sessions, etc., when it takes place in Nashville, September 24 to October 1. The NEMO Music Festival is dedicated to providing education and opportunities to independent musicians to help them advance, and runs September 28-30 in Boston. The 44th Annual New York Film Festival, under the auspices of The Film Society of Lincoln Center, features a retrospective of “50 Years of Janus Films” in this year's programming from September 29 to October 15. At the September 29 Golden Score Awards, in Universal City, the American Society of Music Arrangers and Composers (ASMAC) honors James Newton and Jeremy Lubbock over silent auction of music memorabilia, gourmet dinner and live entertainment.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. Experience the newly relaunched message board on The Actor's Checklist which now permits user profiles and private messaging which you can find at http://actorschecklist.com/phpBB2/.

Monday, July 03, 2006

Film Financing Clinic, ASCAP Indie Night, What Teens Want East, Writer's Boot Camp, Teens Music Camp, Music For The Screen, Acapulco Black Film Fest

A July 5 ASCAP Song Source in Nashville is an opportunity for ASCAP members to receive feedback on one of their songs from ASCAP staff and music industry professionals. The Alliance For Community Media Regional Conference, opening July 5 in Washington, DC, addresses Emerging Media, Media & Telecom Public Policy, Collaborations, Outreach & Marketing, Regulatory and other areas. A legal clinic for film financing teaches the strategies and pitfalls to avoid in raising and managing money for your documentary or feature film takes place in New York on July 6. The 48 Hour Film Project in which teams write, shoot, edit and score original music — all in just 48 hours hosts an event in Seattle, July 7-8, with other cities to follow. ASCAP's Indie Night School series presents a conference on July 12 with a group of music professionals to field questions from the Los Angeles independent music community. Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Adweek and others present "What Teens Want East" July 13 in New York. At the Mobile Game Conference on July 13 & 14 in Bellevue, areas under exploration are "Design, Construction and Potential". Galway Film Centre in association with FAS Screen Training Ireland presents an Actors Masterclass with Academy Award winner Kathy Bates, July 14 in Dublin. A Writers Boot Camp session in Santa Monica on July 15 hosts a panel on screenwriting apart from the usual seminar sessions. An "NAB Executive Development Seminar for Radio Broadcasters" will review strategy and how to manage the strategic planning process; how the big picture and corporate numbers affect the individual station budget, and other matters, when it meets July 15-18 in Washington, DC. The Grammy Foundation hosts an interactive music camp for teens aged 15-191 in Washington DC, from July 15-31. At the panel, "Music For The Screen: Making Money From Film and Television Music" NARIP spokespersons discuss opportunities to make money from film and TV music, July 19 in North Hollywood. Maverick Angels host an investment meeting where entrepreneurs can present their companies to investors, followed by discussion, at Sherwood Country Club Golf House in Thousand Oaks. The Acapulco Black Film Festival provides a "retreat like atmosphere" when it runs July 19-23 in Miami Beach, while featuring screenings, workshops, HBO sponsored competitions, panels and parties. The Henry Mancini Free Summer Music Festival gets underway July 21 till August 13 in Los Angeles, and presents symphonic jazz, film music and newly commissioned works. Laker great Earvin "Magic" Johnson delivers the keynote address at the Bodog.com Marketing Conference, focused on online gaming and digital entertainment, taking place in Las Vegas from July 23-25. A two day NATPE Producers Boot Camp in West Hollywood starting July 27 stresses the newest trends and hands-on how-tos featuring the latest platforms and genres. At a "My First Film" panel on July 29 in New York, panelist discuss what they did right, what they did wrong, and what they learned through the filmmaking process.

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. Experience the newly relaunched message board on The Actor's Checklist which now permits user profiles and private messaging which you can find at http://actorschecklist.com/phpBB2/.

Wednesday, June 28, 2006

Musician & Band Alert

SOUND ENGINEER/PRODUCER FOR SHARP LEFT, MANHATTAN

Looking for people that are creative and confident about their skills but humble enough to take direction and critique. We produce 90 second-4 minute webisodes for the wine and spirits industry and need a sound engineer/producer to help us make our deadlines. You need to be comfortable with audio editing and multitrack software. Some familiarity with plug-ins such as EQ, reverb, compression, delay, etc. Experience syncing audio to video Music instrument skills a plus; wide range of music tastes a plus. Software to know: Pro Tools, Cubase, Logic, Reason. Please send your reel, resume, cover letter and rates. Salary dependent on experience. Apply to Anita, 630 Ninth Avenue, Suite 208, New York, New York 10036. Email: sound@sharpleft.com. Web: http://www.sharpleft.com. Expires: July 26.

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ASSISTANT EDITOR VIDEO & SOUND FOR FUSION SOUND AND PICTURE, TORONTO

Seeking an assistant for our video and sound department. Interested applicants will be working day/evening/night shifts and having a working knowledge of Final Cut Pro & Pro Tools. GTA area residents only. Apply to Brent Pate at email: work@fusiondigitalpost.com. Job runs July 17, 2006 to October 6, 2006.

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OPERATOR WITH OWN SOUND STUDIO NEEDED, LONDON

We are looking for someone with a sound studio we can rent for 4 hours to do some voiceover work. To do as soon as possible. North West London preferable although anywhere North London considered. Please email Adie as soon as poosible at: as@lessonslearned.co.uk. Expires: July 26.

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MUSIC PROMO DIRECTOR FOR AGILE FILMS, LONDON

Agile is a production company based off Hoxton Square, Shoreditch. We are constantly on the lookout for vibrant and unusual new music promo directors to join our team. Applicants do not have to have a wealth of experience but must be able to grab the attention of producers and commissioners alike with original, innovative material. If you think your work stands out from all the others then we would like the hear from you. Please send in a copy of your showreel on DVD format, along with a copy of your CV to Andy Eaton at the below address. Apply to: Andy Eaton, 28-30, Coronet Street, London, N1 6HD. Email: andy@agilefilms.com. Web: http://www.agilefilms.com. Expires July 26.

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MUSIC/TALENT SUPERVISION COORDINATOR

We’re looking for an energetic, creative, resourceful team player to support senior staff in our growing NYC-based music/talent supervision and licensing company. You will support all aspects of music supervision, celebrity talent and the intellectual property clearance process. This position requires extensive research skills, innovative thinking, good organization, the ability to solve problems independently and a desire to learn about research and licensing of intellectual properties for commercial campaigns, including film clips, television shows, animation, photographs, printed material, artwork, literature, etc. As you advance in this role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with record and publishing companies, advertising agencies, brands, musical artists, talent agents and artist management companies. Please send cover letter and resume as text in the body of the email or as an attachment to email: nycjobposting@gmail.com

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

SHAMILLAN ADVERTISING LEAP COMMERCIAL, PHILADELPHIA

Non-Union. Director: Ben Bakshi (Dp). Design studio seeks (2) actresses for a 5-10 second 35mm film clip that will become the ‘logo’ for a new greeting card company. Pay: Day rate - Based on experience/performance. The scene features our actress running and leaping for joy into a man's arms (our “ultimate greeting”) . Will have a cinematic, fashion sensibility, with much care given to the beauty of lighting, clothes, hair and skin – to best capture her joy and delight at the reunion. Shot on 35mm, at various film speeds, in two ways: jumping directly at the camera (and landing on a soft cushion) and jumping into a man’s arms. There will be a test shoot day. Projected shoot date - mid August, 2006. Seeking slim, attractive woman 25 years old with flowing hair (not a necessity), and willing and able to run and jump into a man's arms – and on each take, do so with an expression full of exuberant joy and depth of feeling. Apply to Fred at email: casting@benjibakshi.com. Web: http://www.open-inc.com. Ends July 27.

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CORPORATE MENTAL HEALTH VIDEOS (ENGLISH/JAPANESE), PHILADELPHIA

Non-Union. Director: Kerry Hustwit. UBC Training and Education Group is seeking a male or female Japanese actor, fluent in both Japanese and English, to participate in a mental health training video. The actor will be interviewed in Japanese by a psychologist, but will be working with an English-speaking crew who will provide instruction. The interview will be taped at our office in Wayne, PA. The actor will receive payment for his/her participation in the video. If interested, please contact Kerry Hustwit at kerry.hustwit@unitedbiosource.com. Please provide contact information and headshots (if available).

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RADIOAKTIVE FILM "QUAD SQUAD" FEATURE FILM, MANHATTAN

Union. Director: Mocean Man (Daniel Steiner). 'Quad Squad' is a mockumentary style film about traumatized roller skaters and their journey through a series of therapy sessions and personal realizations. We are looking for an eclectic group of supporting actors. The film will be shot from mid-September to the end of October. If interested, please email a headshot and contact information. We will contact you!!

Breakdown:
- Male / 15-17 yrs. / African American. Spencer, young and mischievous.
- Female / 18-24 yrs. / Latin American. Stephanie, intelligent medical student type.
- Male / 41-50 yrs. / Latin American. Raoul, deli owner, father to Stephanie and one of the leading characters.
- Female / 41-50 yrs. / Latin American. Conchita, Raoul's wife.
- Male / 41-50 yrs. / Middle Eastern. Abdel, Lebanese descent.
- Male / 41-50 yrs. / Pacific Islander. Tobin, a man in his early 50s, with a quiet demeanor, out of shape.
- Male / 18-24 yrs. / White. Pete, police officer.

Apply to: Grace Park, email: grace@radioaktivefilm.com. Web: http://www.quad-squad.us. Expires July 13.

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NORTHERN STAGE PRODUCTIONS

Northern Stage is a regional, non-profit theatre located in the Upper Valley Region of Vermont and New Hampshire. Northern Stage is accepting submissions, union and non-union, for all roles in the following upcoming productions. CATS. AEA: Tier III contract; non-union: $200-$300/week, plus housing and travel. 1st rehearsal: November 9. Runs December 8-31. Auditions will be held in NY with dates TBA. Moon Over Buffalo by Ken Ludwig. AEA: Guest Artist Tier II (pending approval); non-union: $250-$300/week, plus travel and housing. 1st rehearsal: September 18. Runs October 6-22. Auditions in NY July 5-6, by appointment only. Send headshots and resumes to: Ashley Dickson, Casting Assistant, Northern Stage, P.O. Box 4287, White River Junction, VT 05001.

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THE DOODLEBOPS

Wed, July 5, Thurs, July 6, and Fri, July 7. By appointment. Bring headshot and resume. Feld Entertainment is looking for understudies for a seven month contract ending in April 2007. $850/week, including housing and transportation, plus $100 for each show that the understudy goes on as principal. Seeking: DeeDee Doodle: female, early-mid 20s, 5'1", strong dancer, high pop belt, plays the keyboard and keytar, high energy. She has a unique giggle that punctuates awkward moments. Rooney Doodle: male, early-mid 20s, 5'11", strong dancer, croony baritone, plays the guitar, excellent singer and dancer. Moe Doodle (principal and understudy): male, early-mid 20s, 5'5", needs to be a strong dancer able to break dance and do acrobatics, pop baritone, plays the drums, "a ball of energy". Bus Driver Bob: male, 5'9", Bronx accent, positive attitude and enthusiasm. For an audition, send headshots and resumes to: Cindi Rush Casting, 27 W 20th St, Suite 404, New York, NY 10011. Feld Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug

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STUDENT FILM SAG

Student Film Agreement, Directed: Brendan Daw. Synopsis: This short film explores the changing dynamic of family in a rural upstate New York home. Josh, an eccentric teen, is making his way through the summer before his freshman year of high school. A simple task to some, but for him the trials surrounding his confusing sexuality, his mother's new boyfriend and an old box full of matches, will lead to a summer that is anything but simple. Rehearsals begin the week of July 17. Shooting: August 1-2. Seeking: Josh: Male, caucasian, 13-15, extremely intelligent. He is witty and sarcastic with those he knows, and shy with strangers. He is unsure of his sexual orientation, which makes him awkward. Eileen: Female, caucasian, 33-35. Baby faced, stout but attractive. Slightly neurotic and an eternal optimist. Not refined. Jim: Male, caucasian, 38-43. Handsome, but not rugged. Offbeat, awkward, unrefined. STRONG ACTOR. Bar Patron 1: Male, caucasian, 40-49. Small town local, extremely homophobic. Submit all body types. Bar Patron 2: Male, caucasian, 27-29. Handsome but stupid. Looks like he lives in a small town. Submit all body types. Bartender: Female, caucasian, 40-49. Former beauty past her prime. Not refined. Submit all body types. For an audition, mail submissions to: Erica Palgon/Liz Lewis Casting, 129A W 20th St., Ground Floor, New York, NY 10011.

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NON-SAG HORROR

Savage Roses Productions is seeking NON-SAG actors for Feature length Horror Film shooting in NY/NJ in early September. Experience is NOT nearly as important as talent. Eat Your Heart Out is a Horror Film/Love Story. All roles open to any ethnicity, except where noted. All roles are deferred pay except where noted. This film will get major distribution. Casting will begin in July. Shooting will begin in early September. Seeking: Jeffery: Lead, male Caucasian late 20s-mid 30s. He is sweet, romantic, generous, very likeable and can't find a good woman to save his life! He's not a ladies man, but he's not ugly. This is an extremely challenging role and the actor must convey a very wide array of emotions. Laura: Caucasian, female, late 20s -early 30s. An attractive, intelligent, Psychologist that is very overprotective of her brother. Chucky: 30-50, sleazy, low-class male that runs an escort agency. Nikki: 20-30, female prostitute, drug addict, party girl. Role does involve a non-sexual topless scene and brief (and mild) intimacy with another woman. ($200 per day). Dimitry: Male, 25-40, large, bouncer type. Runs an escort agency. He is a dangerous, no nonsense type of guy. Venus: 20-30, Prostitute. Should be able to play an airhead and have a nasty attitude. Role involves a brief, non-sexual topless scene. ($200 per day). Fat John: 35-50, very overweight male to play a prostitute's John. Must be willing to take your shirt off in the scene and get covered with prop blood. Drug Addict: male or female, 18-40, to play VERY skinny, strung out heroin addict. We are also seeking several men to play "Johns". Men ideally will have a sleazy look to them. NOTE: If you are submitting for one of these roles, you must be willing to get prop blood on you. Please send headshots & resumes (indicate the role you are submitting for) to: J. Nelson Casting 295 Palmer Road, Yonkers, NY 10701.

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THE EXCELLENT FILM COMPANY - CREW

An up-coming non union, low budget feature film to be shot in NYC is seeking: producers, cinematographers, sound people, boom operator, assistant director, make-up artists, costume designer, line producer, lighting person, script supervisor, secretary, production assistant, etc. Mail your resume, reel, DVD, or video of your work to: Attn: Yves L. Excellent, 620 East 29th St., Suite B, Brooklyn, NY 11210. E-mail: luckner_06@yahoo.com. Please include phone number and e-mail address for quick response.

Thursday, June 22, 2006

Musician & Band Alert

TV MUSIC COMPOSER FOR OSTRICH MEDIA, LONDON

Ostrich Media is looking for new composers to write music for Quizcall, our interactive live TV show, broadcast on Freeview, Sky, NTL and Five. We are looking for people who are capable of writing music in a variety of styles and have a sense of what will fit our show. We can offer regular commissions to the right composer. Please have a look at our show, send in a showreel and/or refer us to your website. Quiz Call is available on Freeview Channel 36, NTL Channel 165, SKY Channel 855 and on Five on Saturday night from 1.45 am till 5.30 am. Apply to: Philippe Hunger, email: qmusic@ostrichmedia.co.uk.

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TV PROMO AUDIO MIXER/DESIGNER STARTING JULY 1

Studio City, America¹s #1 independent TV marketing agency is looking for talented pros to work on the most successful shows on television, including Regis and Kelly, South Park, Dr. Phil, Judge Judy, Fear Factor, That 70s Show, According to Jim, One On One, and more. We want an experienced and technically savvy audio engineer/mixer capable of crafting powerful on-air marketing for some of the most prestigious clients in America. All our spots air nationally and require a "nobody can do it better" marketing edge.

You must have professional experience using Mac OS X, the latest version of Digidesign ProTools software and hardware, Multimax hardware, ISDN hardware (e.g. Zephyr), and various plug-ins for ProTools. Additional duties will include setting up and recording on-site and remote (ISDN) voiceover sessions.

A huge plus would be a candidate who possesses managerial experience overseeing the work of other audio designers and the ability to troubleshoot technical and workflow issues should they arise. If you have the ability to mix 5.1 surround, create custom sound effects, and/or music we would like to hear from you. We are looking to reward the brightest and the best who wouldn't be caught dead mixing cookie cutter, formulaic spots. If you're a groundbreaker with a highly refined work ethic and you desire to work with the best in the business, send your reel/resume today. College degree preferred.

See our website (www.studiocity.com) for demos of our current work. Compensation commensurate with your ability. No phone calls accepted. Apply to: Mike Mannarino, Studio City Audio Designer Job, Attn: Mike Mannarino, 3330 Cahuenga Blvd #500, Los Angeles, Ca. 90068. Email: production@studiocity.com Web: http://www.studiocity.com

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POST AND LOCATION SOUND FOR CORKSCREW MEDIA, CALGARY, ALBERTA

Want to see the world? Have awesome adventures? And not have to join the Navy to do it? Welcome to Corkscrew Media, a full HD television production company based in beautiful Calgary, Alberta. We are looking for a location / post production audio professional capable of the following:

Location Sound. Setup four channels of wireless and boom microphones. Operate within a fast-paced environment. There is also world travel involved for a few weeks at a time.
Post Production Sound. Mix multiple channels of audio (voice overs, SFX, music, ADR etc.). Each episode must be mastered for Broadcast (stereo and multi speaker surround sound).
Additional Requirements. The applicant must be creative, flexible and outgoing. Traveling to beautiful, fun places with a great crew around the world is also a requirement. Obviously a love for audio is a must!

Sound like you? Then send us your stuff. Our need is immediate. Salary is Negotiable. Apply to: Scott Henuset, email: scott@corkscrewmedia.net. Web: http://www.corkscrewmedia.net. Ends June 25.

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USA SONGWRITING COMPETITION ONLINE ENTRIES & SPECIAL DEADLINE EXTENSION

With our new sponsor Broadjam, you can now enter your entries online as well as your regular mail-in entries. Winning songs will receive radio airplay in United States and Canada along with great prizes such as a Top Prize of over $50,000. Sponsors of the 2006 Competition are: New Music Weekly, Keyboard magazine, Sony, Audio-Technica, Ibanez Guitars, D'Addario Strings, Peavey, Sam Ash Music Stores, IK Multimedia, Hear Technologies, MixDownMedia.com, Indie Bible, Garritan Music Software, Acoustic Cafe, Livewire Contacts, Loggins Promotion, Superdups.com and XM Radio. We are having a special extension to June 30 to postmark or enter your entries with our new sponsor Broadjam. Everyone who enters the USA Songwriting Competition from now onwards receives a FREE 6 month Broadjam MoB Membership from Broadjam FREE ($25.00 value!).

EXTRA FREE BONUS: Enter 3 or more songs from today onwards and receive an extra bonus - USA Songwriting Competition's Compilation CD of the past winners.
TWO WAYS OF ENTERING: If you wish to enter your songs online with your MP3 files, Lyrics (if any) and credit card:
http://www.broadjam.com/submissions/details/index.asp?contest_id=98 The mail-in entry form can be found at: http://www.songwriting.net/entryform.html

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**MUSICIANS/PIANO BAR ENTERTAINERS NEEDED FOR CRUISE SHIP WORK

We need showband musicians who can read, swing, have jazz and big band experience, and be proficient on their instruments. Needed are Saxophonists with doubles, trumpet, trombone, and bass, drums, and guitar. Piano bar entertainers and cocktail pianists are also needed. We also are now looking for experienced singers who move well to front Las Vegas style revues. This is a high-energy position which requires excellent stage presence, and someone who can sing lots of styles well.Professionals only, please. All applicants must have promo. (Piano bar, singers, etc. must have video). We really need Piano Bar entertainers with good video who can really entertain a crowd and get them partying. We offer 6 month contracts for this position. This is the most fun gig on the 7 seas!
Requirements:
Must have a great attitude, be willing to be at sea for months at a time, and be ready to make music and entertain passengers from young to old. No drug users as cruise lines do random drug testing. At this time we can only book United States citizens.Salary varies by position Thanks. Email: cobaltbluemusic@aol.com

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MUSIC AGENT ASSISTANT AT CHAPLIN ENTERTAINMENT, INC.

A small, boutique music talent buyer and agency are currently seeking a highly motivated, detailed oriented assistant to help facilitate both businesses in New York City. Candidates must have a college degree, music industry experience and be able to handle heavy phones, contracts, offers, mail and other office duties. Must be able to multi-task and have strong MS office skills. There are opportunities to grow with experience as merited.
Requirements:
Four-year college degree. Music industry experience. Salary based upon experience plus benefits. Please send resume as a word attachment with the cover letter in the body of the email at davidpoe@chaplinentertainment.com.

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MUSIC WRITER FOR THE COMMERCIAL APPEAL, MEMPHIS

The Commercial Appeal, Tennessee’s best newspaper, needs a great music writer to cover a great music city. Memphis helps define the nation’s musical tastes with everyone from Elvis to Justin Timberlake, to Three 6 Mafia. We have a thriving concert scene, hundreds of independent artists, and a tremendous musical heritage and economy. The Commercial Appeal needs someone who can write about music in Memphis, review performances in a wide variety of venues, interview and interact with musicians, and do it all on deadline every day. Good writing skills, a track record of working well on deadline, and a broad knowledge of music are essentials for this once-in-a-career job. E-mail or mail resumes and clips by July 14. Contact: Ms. Tajuana Hughlett, Human Resources Department, 495 Union Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee 38103 USA. Phone: 901-529-2706; Fax: 901-529-2660. Email: hr@commercialappeal.com. Include cover letter, resume and work samples. Please send emails in Word or PDF format.

Casting News Hot Off The Wire!

LIMHAJ FILMS CASTING FEATURE "REAL MEN WEAR PINK", NEW JERSEY/PHILADELPHIA

Union. Director: NA. Immediate Casting/ Audition for new project in Phila./New Jersey. Real Men Wear Pink, new production shot in Phila/ N.J. on or around October-December. Project Budget is 300k. Distribution: Canadian Sales Distributor Limhaj Films Distribution Consigment Agreements through major venues. Auditions are @ Trago's Nightclub 38 S 19th St/ Phila PA. 19103 between ludlow and chestnut. If you need directions please call the club @2156369901. Audition times are 4:30 pm-9 pm. Please note we only space for the alloted time, if you fail to show up in this time frame, we can consider you for an audition.
Breakdown:
- Stan- Tall, Caucasion, curly hair. 18-23
- African American- late 20's early thirties.
- Indian/Spanish decent- 18-23/ 20-30 lbs. over-weight
- Caucasion Male/ 18-23
- Caucasion Woman/ 18-23 model, or hopeful with significant acting experience.
- Caucasion Male/ 30-40
Apply to: Jamil Glenn, 427 Locust St Moorestown NJ 08. Email: directingall@hotmail.com. Web: http://www.limhajfilms.com

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MENTAL HEALTH CORPORATE VIDEO (ENGLISH/JAPANESE), PHILADELPHIA

Non-Union. Director: Kerry Hustwit. UBC Training and Education Group is seeking a male or female Japanese actor (character is suffering from anxiety and depression), fluent in both Japanese and English, to participate in a mental health training video. The actor will be interviewed in Japanese by a psychologist, but will be working with an English-speaking crew who will provide instruction. The interview will be taped at our office in Wayne, PA. The actor will receive payment for his/her participation in the video. If interested, please contact Kerry Hustwit at kerry.hustwit@unitedbiosource.com. Please provide contact information and headshots (if available). Apply to: Kerry Hustwit, 575 E Swedesford RD, Wayne PA 19087. Position is for one day, July 6.

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STORY HOUSE PRODUCTIONS CASTING FOR TV DOCUMENTARY SERIES, NATIONAL

Non-Union. Director: Story House Productions. We are currently looking for a host for a documentary series. We are searching for a male - any ethnicity - with TV personality and experience, aged 30-40. An interest or experience with science and/or history is a plus. The show is mainly a science program, but there is a history component as well. Pay: Yes, this is a paid host position. Details to follow once selected as a candidate. Send: Send an e-mail with resume, photo, and contact information. Mail vhs or dvd of previous television appearances to the address provided. Project: This is a science/history documentary series. Deadline: Please have submissions in by July 1, 2006. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Apply to: Star Lee, 2233 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 420, Washington DC 20007. Email: slee@storyhousepro.com. Deadline July 1.

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HIGHWAY HOOKER TELEVISION PROJECT, EVANSTON

Non-Union. Director: Nate Brown. The first of its kind , the automotive towing community will have its own TV series. So we need some sweet looking Highway honeys, to be co-hosts. Can you use your brain? Can you mix well with truckers, bikers, and the towing community? Do you look really sweet? Can you take camera direction, and are you a Dukes of Hazzard fan? Do you live in or near Southwestern Wyoming? Do you want to make a minimum of $100,000.00 a year, if so then give me a call, or run do not walk to your computer and submit your contact information and a pic, Please do not have a pic so big I can't see it. Full body shots, not just a head shot please. Don't let the name fool you, hooker is cb radio trucker slang for tow truck. If you want a challenging job, in the media, with real growth and can fly, drive to Evanston Wyoming, then call me yesterday. Remember I do not pay airfare or travel expenses on first time auditions. If your looking for Thee TV job this is it.
Breakdown:
- Female / 18-24 yrs. / Asian. Feature reporter
- Female / 31-40 yrs. / Italian. Feature reporter
- Female / 25-30 yrs. / Native American. Feature reporter.
- Female / 25-30 yrs. / White. On air co host feature artist, will do feature stories of trucking, towing, NASCAR and automotive topics. Travel bonus once hired. No Churchy applicants will be accepted. Should have a flexible schedule, and can relocate by 08-01-06 to Wyoming.
- Female / 41-50 yrs. / White. Main co anchor host, To report news of the towing, trucking, farming and motorsports communities, will do 4 daily broadcasts and will co host the two main broadcasts. Need to be female with a moderate country style personality, able to work yesterday and want to be part of the most radical automotive news and special features show of its kind. Should be single or have a very flexible schedule.
- Female / 41-50 yrs. / White. Weekend anchor.
Apply to: Patrick Montgomery, 201 Superior Drive, Evanston Wyoming 82930, 285 East 1450 North #224, Bountiful Utah 84010. Email: hwyhooker@hotmail.com. Web: http://www.hazzardcountyradio.com.

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CASTING FOR STAGE, BETWEEN THE LINES PRODUCTIONS

Send headshot and resume to Jamillah Lamb, PO Box 150188, Brooklyn, NY 11215-0188 choldit@aol.com Start 7/1 end 5/30. "From Auction Block to Hip Hop" and "Platanos and Collard Greens," both Non-Union stage productions, are accepting ongoing submissions for Asian female actresses and Latina Female actresses for its national college tour and NYC performances. The tour runs thru May 2007. Actors will perform intermittent dates throughout the tour. Travel and hotel are paid. In addition a stipend will be paid for each performance (At least 85 per show) Rehearsals begin in July in NYC. The character is 20-30, good with monologues and has a comfort with spoken word/poetry/rap.

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HEADSHOT & RESUME REQUEST

Trip is now accepting headshots & resumes for their next project. This original production is a multi-media work that will be sculpted around the members of the company. The show tours various New York City venues beginning in August. Seeking: experienced actors of all types, must have a professional work ethic and a strong desire to work as a member of an ensemble. Send pictures and resume to casting c/o Phil Wilcox, 214 1st Avenue #24, New York, NY 10009 or electronically to casting@tripnyc.org.

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TIME IS WINDING UP, GET OVER IT

Audition Saturday, June 24. 11:00 am - 3:00 pm in Midtown Manhattan. Call for an appointment and location. Rose of Sharon production company is casting "Time is Winding Up, Get Over It," a musical, gospel comedy. Writer/Director: Sharon Waller (daughter-in-law of jazz artist Thomas Fats Waller, whose music was featured in the well-known Broadway play "Ain't Misbehavin.) Will run in NYC area. For an audition appointment and location, call 718-406-3882. Please prepare to sing a ballad of your choice. Pay per performance. Seeking: Black Female Actresse: 25-60, some singing; Black Male Actors: 30-60, some singing.

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FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

Audition Monday, June 26th, and Tuesday, June 27th. 7:30 pm - 10 pm. St. Bernadette's School, 1313 82nd Street. Dyker Heights, Brooklyn. (please enter through the side entrance on 82nd Street). The Strivelli Players are holding auditions for their performance of Fiddler on the Roof. Director: Fred Grieco & Kathy Valentine, Musical Direction: Anne Rebold, Choreography: James Martinelli. Please call Danielle Giovinazzi at 718-907-3422 for an appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome. At the audition, you will be asked to sing so please come prepared with a song. Dance-choreography will be provided. You may bring a monologue (cold reads will be available). All roles available. They are also seeking people to work behind-the-scenes. So, if you are not a performer and would like to become involved, give them a call. Starts July 11, 2006 through Nov 5th.

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CASTING FOR HORROR FEATURE "FRIGHT WORLD" IN BUFFALO, NY

Casting for feature, "Fright World." Duration: 11 days, starts 8/14 We specialize in genre films for the domestic and international home entertainment markets. Fright World is an intelligent, erotic, and above all, frightening and original take on the slasher genre. Pay is deferred. Shoot location entirely in Buffalo, NY. Transportation, meals and room will be provided. Filming for 11 days beginning Aug 14th. Check out the movie web page for audition details located at www.redscreamfilms.com. Breakdown: Male: 25-30, Any Ethnicity. Requires Nudity. Jack Lacan has lived a real life. He is equally at home digging ditches as he is wearing a suit and doing business meetings. He has never lost his boyhood love for horror movies.

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MIND THE GAP THEATRE

Mind the Gap Theatre is seeking actor for a 3-day run of a new Welsh play. Actor must be native British/Irish. Male 50’s-60’s. Monologue play in the style of TALKING HEADS. Character is proud and cheeky, yet a bit depressed as the job he’s had for 30 years has come to an end and at this stage in his life he is trying to start again. Rehearsals begin mid-June. Performances: July 2, 3, 5 at ManhattanTheatreSource in the West Village. BOTH union and non-union accepted. Stipend possible. Submit CV asap by email to allaboard@mindthegaptheatre.com or fax to 775-854-0093.

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JELLY BEAN THEATRE COMPANY

Stage and video casting. Racially diverse cast (African American and Latino) males needed immediately. Ages 21-30. Seasoned actors with talented voice-over qualities required. Rehearsals are 9:30 am-2:00 pm on Fridays in Suffolk County. Car needed. Paid performances. ONLY RELIABLE AND DEPENDABLE PEOPLE WILLING TO COMMIT TO THE PROJECT IF HUMAN RIGHTS/SOCIAL ISSUES VENUE NEED REPLY. Submit pictures and resumes (including your return address on the letter of introduction) to P.O. Box 491, Commack, NY 11725.

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NYC FRINGE FESTIVAL: "A MAN’S A MAN"

New York City Fringe Festival seeking actors for a musical theatre production of "A Man’s a Man". Auditions will be held in June. Please send photo and resume to Leah Bonvissuto, 20 Skillman Avenue #2, Brooklyn, NY 11211. This play is being performed as part of New York City’s Fringe Festival in a cabaret setting. Although this is a "musical," they will not be casting strictly "musical theater performers" but more of great actors who can sing. Rehearsal July 1-August 11, 2006. Runs August 11-27, 2006. Seeking: Widow Leocadia Begbick: lead female, all ethnicities, 27-45. A brassy mother of 3 who runs a canteen. She is an earlier version of Mother Courage. Bloody Five: lead male, all ethnicities, 27-45. A vicious army sergeant with a weakness for women. Jobia Begbick: female, all ethnicitied, 18-30, punk/goth model type actress who can play an instrument (any instrument). Please specify what instrument you can play and your level of training.

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CHORUS FOR PIRATES OF PENZANCE

Tuesday, June 27, 2006. 10AM- OPEN call for Very Strong Male Singers (looking for special skills), 2:00 pm - Open call for Very Strong Female Singers who move well. Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street, 6th floor. Goodspeed Opera House is holding open call auditions for Pirates of Penzance. Please prepare a brief legit musical theatre song and bring sheet music. This is an OPEN Call. Equity Chorus Procedures are NOT in effect. No Equity Monitor provided. Producers run all aspects of the audition. AEA members are encouraged to attend the AEA chorus call on Monday, June 26th. Seeking Non-Equity performers for ensemble slots and for "swings." All Non-Equity performers will be eligible to enroll in the Equity Membership Candidacy program and will have the opportunity to join AEA at the end of the run. Callbacks will be on the 6th & 7th of July. Please see above for more information.

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"JEKYLL AND HYDE" IN WISCONSIN

The Armory Dinner Theatre in Janesville, Wisconsin (www.janesvillearmory.com) is seeking male and female leads for "Jekyll & Hyde" the musical. Contract dates will be from August 26-November 5, 2006. Please submit headshot and resume to: Jim Tropp, The Armory Dinner Theatre, P.O. Box 8038, Janesville, Wisconsin 53547-8038 or email jimt@janesvillearmory.com. Competitive salary, Travel, Housing, Health Club, and Workers Comp provided. Seeking Henry Jekyll/Edward Hyde: Late 20s-30s, male, baritone/tenor, excellent singer, handsome, strong physical presence. Lucy Harris: 20s-30s, female, a prostitute, attractive, any ethnicity, excellent singer with seductive physical presence.