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Wednesday, February 8th, 2012
Casting Actors & Actresses for TV Series
An open casting call for experienced actors is being held for “Lee Martin’s The Midnight Hour” TV series. Auditions are scheduled for February 14th in Troy. The series shoots in a variety of locations around metro Detroit.
Casting Call Details:
Tuesday, February 14th at 4:00pm
One Source Talent
3250 W Big Beaver Rd, Ste 526
Troy, MI 48084
Compensation:
These are not paid roles. Full IMDb credit (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1830073/) and TV exposure.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying please attend the open casting call and bring a headshot and resume. If you have any questions about the open casting call please email them to: themidnighthour.tv@gmail.com
NOTE: Prepare a 1-3 minute monologue. You may also be asked to do a cold read.
Tags: acting, Actors, Actresses, casting call, extras, february 14th, imdb credit, lee martin, metro detroit, one source talent, open casting call, the midnight hour, tv series, unpaid roles
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Wednesday, February 8th, 2012
Second Star Pictures Casting Call for Extras
Second Star Pictures is casting extras for its new film, “BETRAYED”. Shooting will take place in a private Troy residence, this weekend, February 11-12. You will be needed for a minimum of 4 hours; or you can stay longer to be in other scenes. You are welcome to be there for Saturday’s shoot, Sunday’s shoot or both. Shooting each day will begin in the afternoon and last until evening.
Available Roles:
- Extras: We are looking for men and women, approximately aged 35-55, variety of races preferred, for background guests at a casual home party.
Compensation:
These are non-paid, non-union roles, but you will receive credit, a DVD of the finished film, an opportunity to work with talented, serious filmmakers — and it will be a lot of fun!
How to Apply:
Please email us your information along with a recent picture to: casting@secondstarpictures.com
NOTE: Please include your availability for Saturday, Sunday or both days in your email.
Tags: Actors, Actresses, betrayed, casting call, dramatic short film, extras, february 11th, february 12th, party guests, second star pictures, troy, unpaid roles
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Tuesday, February 7th, 2012
Web Series TV Show Casting
Aroberson Production in association with RJ Productions is creating their very first web series. They are currently casting for 4 leads in this season which is season 1. We are also casting for many recurring roles. Project will be shooting in Sterling Heights and Roseville. Talent will be needed over a course of 3 months depending on the role. Shooting starts in mid March 2012.
“LIVING IT UP” is a 30-minute dramedy TV show centered around the life of Bianca Hicks, a psychology student trying to make it in a world where it is all about the money. You will see many characters, some will stay and some will just have to go. This show is going to be full of love, laughter, and even disaster
Available Roles:
- Bianca Hicks: (lead role) African American, early 20′s. Psychology student, very peaceful and calm girl. She is the girlfriend to model Darrius jones.
- Darrius Jones: (lead role) African American, early 20′s. Model. Darrius is a go getter and is used to getting what he wants. He is laid back and drama free. Biancas boyfriend
- Raquell Moore: (lead role) African American, early 20′s. An outgoing and very outspoken woman. Raquell is not afraid to say the first thing that comes to mind, she speaks the “truth” she ia Biancas best friend
- Chris Jackson: (lead role) African American, early 20′s. Biancas ex-boyfriend. Chris is cool. Outgoing and an overall loving person. He is an aspiring acting and he is a dream chaser
- Extras and Recurring Roles: Open ethnicity, any age. All types and sizes are needed.
Compensation:
These are not paid roles. Talent will receive a copy of the complete season, credit, tons of exposure, food on set, cast interviews, photo session for DVD and 3 tickets to the premier. The film will also be shown in many film festivals.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying please email your resume and 2 headshots to: livingituptheseries@gmail.com
NOTE: Upon applying you will receive part 1 to a 2 part audition. Submission deadline is February 25th, 2012.
Tags: acting, Actors, aroberson production, casting call, extras, february 15h deadline, lead roles, living it up, recurring roles, rj productions, unpaid roles, web series
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Wednesday, February 1st, 2012
Extras Needed for Mock Trial Courtroom Scene
Extras are needed for the filming of a mock trial courtroom scene. Told in 6 5-minute episodes, “Mock Justice” is a courtroom drama webseries set in the world of high school mock trial (think “Law & Order” meets “Saved by the Bell.”) While the cases, attorneys, defendants, and plaintiffs are all fake, the stakes of each trial are VERY real to the students involved.
Casting Call Details:
Saturday, February 11th at 9:30am
Churchill High School
8900 Newburgh Road
Livonia, MI
Available Roles:
- Extras: Extras are needed for the filming of a mock trial courtroom scene. All ages are welcome, but participants need to look high school age and bring professional dress.
Compensation:
These are not paid roles. Lunch will be provided. All those who attend will receive credit on IMDb.com.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please email your head shot and resume to: jamesmadejski@gmail.com
NOTE: Crew will meet you by the main entrance to the school and escort you to the set.
Tags: acting, Actors, courtroom scene, extras, february 11th, female, imdb credit, livonia, lunch, male, mock justice, unpaid roles
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Wednesday, February 1st, 2012
Casting for Independent Film
Delasha Entertainment will be holding a 2nd casting call to fill the remaining roles for their newest indie film, “The First Fam”. Looking for actors age 14 and older.
Casting Call Details:
Saturday, February 18th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
1135 E. 2nd St.
Monroe, MI 48161
Plot:
A unique American story about the strained relationship between the first African American President, Denzel James and his 15 year old aspiring rapper son, Jamal.
Available Roles:
- Jamal James: (The first son) African American male (look) between the ages of 13-16. Must be able to perform rap lyrics.(will be asked to perform rap in audition)
- Katherine Kneel: (Press Secretary) Open ethnicity, ages 25-40. Must be very well-spoken & attractive.
- (10) Secret Service Agents: 7 males, 3 females. Open ethnicity, ages 25-40. Must be fit.
- Two White House Guards/ Marines: Male, open ethnicity, ages 20-40. Must have access to a Marine uniform. (dress blues)
- Alex Williams: (CNN White House Correspondent) Well spoken, clean-cut African American male between the ages of 25-40.
- Jamal’s Rap Group Members: (Ralow, B-Nice, & Kyrun) Male, African American, ages 14-16. Must be able to perform rap lyrics. (will be asked to perform a rap in the audition).
- Executive Assistant to the President: Open ethnicity, ages 45+
Compensation:
These are not paid roles however a full acting credit will be received.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying please email your head shot and resume to: delashaent@yahoo.com
NOTE: Please include the role you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Upon applying you will receive a copy of the script so that you are prepared and familiar with it. If you have already applied for this film, you do not have to submit again.
Tags: acting, Actors, Actresses, age 14 and older, casting call, extras, february 18th, indie film, open ethnicity, the first fam, unpaid roles
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Monday, January 30th, 2012
Casting Call for Adult Actors and Kid Extras
Casting actors and child extras for an upcoming film in Grand Rapids, MI.
Audition Details:
Friday February 3rd at 7:00pm
Saturday, February 4th at 1:00pm
Grand Valley State University Pew Campus
DeVos 202E
Grand Rapids, MI
Plot:
Jim helps George and Douglas, his son and stepson, clean out his ex-wife Clara’s, house after her death. While wandering around the house, Jim finds a photograph of George and himself. At George’s 8th birthday he remembers this day as, after an argument with Mary Anne, Clara’s mother, and Clara, his ex-wife tried to take his son away from him.
Available Roles:
- JIM (Past): Early 30′s, Caucasian male, average height, husky build, short dark hair. Construction worker. Quick to anger, but loves his son.
- JIM (Present): Mid 50′s, Caucasian male, salt and pepper hair. Retired EMT. A reserved and proud man, but emotional about his ex-wife’s death.
- CLARA (Past): Early 30′s, Caucasian female, short height, beautiful flowing long brown hair. Substitute teacher. Two months pregnant. Tolerant and civil, but has her limits.
- GARY (Past): Early 30′s, Caucasian male, tall and athletic, brown hair, clean cut. History teacher. Marathon runner. Polite and oblivious.
- GEORGE (Past): 8-10yrs old, short, skinny, shaggy brown hair. Very bright and happy boy.
- MARY ANNE (Past): Late 50′s early 60′s, short height, wavy grey hair. Sarcastic and cynical, but with good intentions.
- DOUGLAS: Early 20′s, tall, athletic build, short brown hair. Advertising intern. Soft spoken, emotionally aware.
- GEORGE (Present): Early 30′s, Caucasian male, tall, lean build, clean cut, short brown hair. Accountant. Caring, worries about Jim.
- EXTRAS: Children Extras needed for a birthday scene.
Compensation:
There is no pay but a copy of the film will be provided on completion and food on set will be provided.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying please email your resume and headshots to: weyhingj@mail.gvsu.edu
NOTE: Please include the role you are applying for in the subject line of your email. The first casting call will be a cold read.
Tags: Actors, birthday party scene, child extras, cold read, female, film, grand rapids, grand valley state university, gvsu, male, unpaid roles
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Monday, January 30th, 2012
A Crossover Parody of Twilight and the Twilight Zone
Casting actors and extras for a short student film. Auditions are being held at the Compass College of Cinematic Arts in Grand Rapids on February 2nd. Shooting is scheduled for February 17th and 18th.
Auditions Details:
Tuesday, February 2nd from 3:00pm to 7:00pm
Compass College of Cinematic Arts
41 Sheldon Blvd.
SE Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Plot:
Max Schreck, a cynical minded movie critic , finds himself walking into the twilight zone, which is controlled by the influence of the movie series he hates most.
Available Roles:
- Max: (Early twenties, male)
- Narrator: (Male)
- Preachers #1 and 2: (Male)
- Extras: (Any age)
- Blade & Buffy: Looking for as close of a look a like as we can for both.(or any other well known vampire slaying character you think you have a costume for.) If You have any clothing that at all resembles these characters: sunglasses jackets, etc., please wear to the audition. (no weapons please!)
Compensation:
This is not a paid gig, but food will be provided on set, and all cast members will receive a free copy of the finished Project.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying please email your resume and headshots to: Ken.Johnson@compass.edu
Tags: acting, Actors, compass college of cinematic arts, extras, february 2nd, grand rapids, narrator, short film, the twilight zone, unpaid roles
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Friday, January 27th, 2012
Open Auditions for Actors and Extras
Open auditions are being held for Grand Valley State University senior thesis project, entitled “How To Love Me”. Looking to cast both actors and extras.
Audition Details:
Tuesday, 01/31/2012 from 5PM-10PM
Kirkhof Center: Room 2228
Grand Valley State University (Allendale campus)
1 Campus Dr.
Allendale, MI 49401
Thursday, 02/02/2012 from 2PM-5PM
Kirkhof Center: Room 1142
Grand Valley State University (Allendale campus)
1 Campus Dr.
Allendale, MI 49401
Saturday, 02/04/2012 from 10AM-12PM
DeVos Center: Room 202E
Grand Valley State University (Pew Grand Rapids campus)
401 Fulton St. W
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Synopsis:
Clarence is an obsessive-compulsive germ-a-phobe who has lost all hope in ever having a love life. However, his structured life is shaken upside down when his roommate’s messy and wild cousin, Jess, comes to live with them to heal from an addiction. Jess’s dark past and prying nature clash with Clarence’s ordered existence, and challenge him to overcome his fears and give dating one more shot.
Medium: 15 min. HD video
Genre: Buddy Drama-Comedy
Principal Photography: Late February-Late March
Available Roles:
- Clarence: Male. 20s. Very rigid, structured, terribly afraid of germs, obsessive-compulsive, believes that his strange behavior prevents him from being “date-able.” He later realizes that sometimes he can put people before his “condition,” when he rescues Jess from an alcoholic relapse at a drunken party.
- Jess: Female. 20s/early 30s. Wild, attractive, a hot mess, recovering alcoholic and drug addict, “easy” around most guys, intrusive, but has a good heart inside. Succumbing to her dark past, she has a drinking relapse, but still pushes Clarence to get back out into the dating world.
- Shane: Male. 20s. Clarence’s roommate and Jess’s cousin. Kind, generally happy, usually considerate of Clarence. He takes a trip to a conference, leaving Clarence alone with Jess.
- Scott: Male. 20s/early 30s. A jerk, disrespectful, mistreats and exploits Jess, uses her to satisfy his lust but doesn’t really care about her, a drinker, and wild.
- Alana: Female. 20s. A friend of Jess’s friend. Jess matches her up with Clarence. She is smart, cute, understanding, and intuitive. She helps resolve the story as Clarence’s dating interest.
- Partygoers: 8-15 extras. 20s/early 30s. Any sex.
- Restaurant Customers: 7-10 extras. Any age. Any sex.
Compensation:
These are not paid roles.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying please RSVP to Danica Butkovich at: butkovid@mail.gvsu.edu
NOTE: This is preferred but not required, and walk-ins are welcome to audition. Any inquiries can also be sent to Danica Butkovich.
Tags: acting, Actors, allendale, casting call, extras, february 2nd, february 4th, grand rapids, grand valley state university, how to love me, january 31st, open auditions, senior thesis film, unpaid roles
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Friday, January 27th, 2012
Casting Call for Short Film
A local filmmaker and producer is looking to cast actors and extras for an upcoming project. A casting call will be held at Wayne State University on February 4th, 2012.
Audition Details:
Saturday, February 4th from 3:00pm to 9:00pm (Must schedule an appointment)
Wayne State University
4130 Old Main
Detroit, MI, 48202
Production Dates:
Friday, February 10th, Saturday, February 11th, Sunday, February 12th, Sunday, February 26th, Friday, March 23rd and Saturday, March 24th.
Available Roles:
- Cecil: A 50-60 year old man, white, whose alcohol addiction has destroyed his family and forced him onto the streets. Cecil must be able to display quiet emotions through his eyes as he expresses his frustration with his inability to kick his addiction and his guilt over killing his family in a car crash.
- Mary: The wife of Cecil, 30s, who will be seen in flashbacks during the moments of happiness and frustration in their marriage.
- Kate: Cecil’s daughter. Between the ages of 7 and 10. like Mary, she will be seen in Cecil’s memories of times with his family.
- Extras: Passerbys on the street, dressed in casual clothes or business attire, Between the ages of 20 and 60. A male and a female of relatively same age to play a couple walking down the street. Age/Race not important. A clothing store clerk. Age/Race not important. A barber. Age/race not important.
NOTE: Most of the Extra roles are interchangeable and will only require a few days of shooting. Cecil, however will need to be available for all production days, which are all on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Compensation:
These are all unpaid roles, but all actors involved will receive a final cut of the movie that they will be able to use in their demo reels.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying please email your headshots and resume to: kristielizabeth17@hotmail.com
Tags: acting, Actors, Actresses, auditions, casting call, detroit, extras, february 4th, speaking roles, unpaid, wayne state university
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Wednesday, January 25th, 2012
50 Extras Needed for Restaurant Scene
“A Dog for Christmas” is seeking 50 extras for a restaurant scene on Thursday, January 26th from 4:00pm to 10:00pm. The shoot will take place in Grand Rapids, MI. If you would like to appear in this holiday feature film that was recently covered by local Fox17 when Dean Cain was on set, please contact us as soon as possible.
Available Roles:
50 Extras: Male and female, open ethnicity, ages 18+. A change of clothing (shirt, sweater or jacket only) is required.
Compensation:
These are not paid roles.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying please send an email to: adogforchristmas2012@gmail.com
Tags: a dog for christmas, acting, casting call, dean cain, extras casting, female, fox17, grand rapids, male, restaurant scene, unpaid roles
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