Monthly Archives: August 2011

Minneapolis | Seeking African American male actors

Minneapolis auditions posted by the Artistic Director
Casting notice posted on auditionsfree.com, casting location: Minneapolis, MN
Seeking African American male actors: 4 actors 30’s – 40’s; two African American females, late 30’s – 40’s; one African American male, 20’s – early ’30’s who must play guitar & sing. For stage adaptation of John Sayles’ “Honeydripper”. Send headshot/cover letter to theurbanspectrum@yahoo.com or call 612-869-5080. Paid stipends.

Casting Location: Minneapolis, MN
Contact email: theurbanspectrum@yahoo.com

TLC Now Casting for “My Strange Addiction”

Casting notice posted on auditionsfree.com, casting location: Nationwide
TLC is casting for a new season of “My Strange Addiction.”
This program explores the successes and struggles of people with uncommon and strange addictions and obsessions.

Past addictions include eating non-food items, bathing in bleach, cleaning, pulling out hair, and excessive body building and cycling.

If you have a strange addiction, compulsive behavior, or a hobby that’s getting out of control, send the following information to casting@20west.tv to be considered:
Name
Age
City/State
Brief description of your behavior and how it is affecting your life

Casting Location: Nationwide
Contact email: kcox@20west.tv

Open Auditions singers, dancers New York – all ages

Casting notice posted on auditionsfree.com, casting location: Bronx, NY
***This is an Original Production of Local Celebrity Theatre***

The Legendary Johnny Valentino makes his long-awaited return to the Bronx with a 3 night only musical event, featuring all the classic songs, comedy routines, and dance numbers that made him famous. Join Johnny and all of his closest friends as they bring the glitz and the glamour of Hollywood to New York City to film the first ever LIVE episode of the Johnny Valentino Variety Show!

Johnny is looking for some local talent to star in his show! If you sing, dance, tap, act and are between the ages of 15 – 100, Johnny wants you to come down to our open auditions!

Singers: Please prepare a Standard or Musical Theater song to be sung acapella.

Dancers & Tappers: Please prepare a dance combo.

Actors: Please prepare a short comedy monologue.

Audition Dates:
9/8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
9/12 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Audition Location:
1621 Pilgrim Ave
Bronx NY 10461

Show Dates:
11/18-11/20

For more information, visit LocalCelebrityTheatre.com , contact LocalCelebrityTheatre@gmail.com or call 646-543-LCT1.

Casting Location: Bronx, NY
Contact email: vanessa.localcelebritytheatre@gmail.com

Auditions for Singers New Jersey | Theatrical production

singer / dance auditions posted by the Artistic Director
Casting notice posted on auditionsfree.com, casting location: Metuchen, NJ
A Kids Forum will gear up for a long awaited 2011-2012 children’s theater season presenting three shows!! We will be holding auditions for Bert Bernardi’s “Jack and the Beanstalk”, Dawn Ward Lau’s “PIGS, the musical” and a final spring show TBA.
Auditions will be held at the Forum Theatre Arts Center
314 Main Street Metuchen, NJ
Saturday, September 17 from 1pm-3pm.
Please prepare a pop/rock song and bring sheet music in the correct key. (An accompanist will be provided) You may be asked to dance. (Please bring a picture, resume and bring jazz and tap shoes.) Productions will be directed and choreographed by Dawn Ward Lau. We are casting for both shows at this audition. A stipend will be paid for most roles.
If you are unable to attend please submit your picture and resume to dawnlaudance@aol.com or contact the Forum Theatre Arts Center at peter@forumtheatrearts.org.
Roles for Jack:
Jack: male, innocent, fun loving, playful, can be played by teen or adult (think Will Ferrell in ELF), tenor
Jack’s Mom: CAST
Giant: can be played by male or female with low voice, athletic, booming voice, role will be played on painter’s stilts
Linda, the Giant’s Wife/Beanseller: male, giant’s comical wife, cocky accent, also doubles as Beanseller
Three Beangirls: Similar to the Dreams from Dreamgirls, tight harmonies, also double roles as the narrator, harp, cow, red fairy (red fairy must roller skate)
Goosey Goose: can be male or female, Goose that lays the Golden Eggs, Merman type, alto/tenor
Roles for Pigs:
Serena Pig: CAST
Granny: CAST
Bertha Pig: the svelte sister pig, weight loss coach, dissociates herself from being a pig, mezzo, high belt
Sammy Pig: afro American male, funny, robust, soulful, always eating, high tenor
Little Red: a fitness instructor, “angry yogi”, mezzo, high belt
Wolf: clumsy, misunderstood, fun loving, must be an excellent dancer a la Michael Jackson, bari -tenor
2 ensemble roles: Play various characters must sing and dance
(all roles must dance)

Casting Location: Metuchen, NJ
Contact email: dawnlaudance@aol.com

Auditions nationwide for Documentary

Multiracials Needed for Documentary
Casting notice posted on auditionsfree.com, casting location: Nationwide
We are looking for multiracial individuals for a documentary that will investigate how the rapid growth of this rising population will change the face of America.

Are you a parent struggling with how to raise a multiracial child?

Are you a multiracial struggling with your identity?

Are you a college student that doesn’t know whether to join the black student union or whatever unions that make up your race?

Are you a person that lives as one race despite being multiracial?

Are you someone that refuses to self-identity race?

If none of the above questions describe your multiracial experience, we still want to hear from you. What is your story, conflict?

Please send us a paragraph about you to Rick at Katrinanetwork@hotmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

Casting Location: Nationwide
Contact email: Katrinanetwork@hotmail.com

open casting call in Washington, DC | Models and actors

open casting call posted by the Casting Agent
Casting notice posted on auditionsfree.com, casting location: Washington, DC
TeamBonding a leading Team Building company is holding an open casting call in Washington, DC in order to recruit actors, models and production staff. If selected during this casting call, you will work under a local facilitator to execute local corporate team building events.

Team building is a rewarding industry to be in because it’s your job to help other teams work well together and it’s very satisfying when you play a part in making this happen. Teambonding’s growing team is dynamic, caring and professional. Our team building events and team training programs are challenging, fun and require an enthusiastic approach. Everyone in the Teambonding team adopts this approach.
Teambonding believe in practicing what they preach and Teambonding’s team works well together because there is a strong foundation of mutual trust and respect.

Our Staff commits…………………..
* to be customer focused with good attention to detail
* to be friendly, enthusiastic and willing to learn
* to be creative and to be able to take the initiative
* to be self-motivated, positive and have a sense of humor

Wednesday September 7, 2011
1:00 PM-5:00 PM and 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
Hilton Garden Inn
1225 First Street NE, Washington D.C. –
Fremont Room
(202) 408-4870
Located at the New York Ave Metro Station (Red Line)

Casting Location: Washington, DC
Contact email: dcopencasting@gmail.com

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webseries tryouts Los Angeles – Casting multiple roles

Upcoming Hit Man Webisode Series
Casting notice posted on auditionsfree.com, casting location: Los Angeles
James is a hit man who lives alone and does select jobs. His brother John is a man who would be classified as a screw up, and always seems to get into some sort of trouble. John gets into a situation, and James Is handed a contract on his brother.

A choice has to be made, and that choice changes the lives and lifestyles of both men forever. A highly dramatic and action filled webisode with twist and turns throughout. The entire first season has been written and now seeking talented talent to fill the shoes of these diverse characters.

This project is UNPAID! Repeat UNPAID!

That means that I cannot pay you at this time for your services. You will be treated with respect, have a blast with your character, and gain exposure through this webisode. This casting is for the first half of the first season, roles available are listed below with a tentative casting call for 8/17.

Leads
(These roles are ongoing throughout the first season)

James King (Episodes 1-5) African American Male, mid 30’s to late 40’s, Professional Hit Man who doesn’t take any mess! He is calm and collective, but more than willing to fight and intimidate others. It’s clear that he is in charge of every situation he is involved with. A strong silent type who does wrong, but still seems to get your vote at the end.

John King (Episodes 1-5) African American Male, Early 30’s to mid 40’s, Brother of James who makes his living by doing odd jobs for criminal type friends. Sometimes seems to be under the influence of drugs, and makes many bad choices without thinking them through. Lives with his girlfriend Angie, and has a sporadic style of life.

Rico (Episodes 1-4) Any Ethnicity(non African American) Male, Late 20’s to late 30’s, psychopathic hit man, once worked as a team with James , but now lives a life bent on revenge. He wants to kill James, and does many contracts on various people. He often goes extreme and overboard in his killings; full of rage and unmethodical in his reasoning.

Angie (Episodes 1, 2, 5) Any Ethnicity, Female, Late 20’s to mid 40’s, long time girl friend of John. She has her own job and pays for the bills and food in the house. A woman who loves John deeply! She is dependent on his affection, but also a leader in her own right. Relaxed a little, but can put her foot down and rise up when needed.

Tony (Episodes 3, 4,) Any Ethnicity (Non African American) Male, mid to late 40’s, Mob boss and employer of James and Rico. Calm and collective, enjoys the finer things of life, loves wearing suits and being in charge. He meets with both men periodically, and considers himself on top of things at all times. He rarely shows emotion or concern, and hands out contracts on others lives without empathy.

Supporting
(These roles only appear in the episodes listed for the first half of the season)

Sean Bingsley (Episode 1) Any Ethnicity (Non African American) Male, Mid 30’s to late 50’s, In his last moments interacting with James before his life ends. He cries profusely and places a call to his daughter on the phone.

Elliot Stokes (Episode 1) Any Ethnicity (Non African American) Male, Late 30’s to late 50’s, Exits the shower to encounter James awaiting him. He resists and fights with James but is still overcame and killed. Doesn’t speak English, but understands the situation and fights for his life.

Chris (Episode 1, 2 / season 2) Any Ethnicity (Non African American) Male, mid 30’s to mid 40’s, friend of John who asks him for a favor, and compensates John with cash. A slick type guy who seems to look out for himself first; a low life type with a little class.

Manny (Episode2,3 / second half of season) Any Ethnicity (Non African American) Male, Late 20’s to late 30’s, John comes to his house to pick up a package. He recognizes something John has that a friend use to have. He gets into an altercation with John and ends up dead.

Barnes (Episode2, 3) Any Ethnicity (Non African American) Male, late 30’s to mid 40’s, preferably short, business man who goes to visit a woman at night. He returns to find himself facing Rico, and becomes a victim of Rico’s insanity.
Thomas (Episode 2) Any Ethnicity, male early twenties to late thirties, personal driver of Mr. Barnes, who is ambushed and killed by Rico.

Thug Men (3) (Episode 4) Any
Ethnicities, Any Ages above 18yrs old, these three men try to trap Rico in an alley, and get more than they bargained for.

Hired Man (Episode 5) Any Ethnicity, mid twenties to late forties, hired by James to fabricate a story to get angie away from his brother John.

Casting Location: Los Angeles
Contact email: rawjuc@aol.com

Dallas Texas Casting Call – Festival of Plays

D/FW CASTING CALL-Festival of Plays
Casting notice posted on auditionsfree.com, casting location:
2011 Festival of Plays

CASTING CALL

September 10th, 2011
2-6pm
Bachman Lake Library (Black Box Theater)
9480 Webb Chapel Rd. Dallas, TX 75220

Braeden’s Chance Productions is looking for adult male and female actors for its 2011 Festival of plays.

Please bring one headshot and resume.
Sides will be provided at the audition.

Please email nikkihurdthegreat@gmail.com for further questions.

Casting Location:
Contact email: nikkihurdthegreat@gmail.com

New York Singer/Actors Needed (2M, 2F) for new project “I Stand”

Casting notice posted on auditionsfree.com, casting location: New York, NY
Singer/Actors Needed (2M, 2F) for new project “I Stand”

“I Stand” is a one-man focused musical production going up November 11 and 12 (possible extension) in New York City. Seeking performers to play a variety of characters throughout the show. The show will feature music from Broadway and Off-Broadway shows as well as local theater writers and some new material.

Breakdown is as follows:

Females (20s-40s): Will play a variety of characters throughout the show. Need a strong alto voice to a mezzo pop belt. Must be able to harmonize and pick up music easily. Music-reading abilities a plus. All ages, body types and ethinicities encouraged.

Males (20s to 30s): Will play a variety of characters throughout the show. Need a strong tenor voice with power. Must be ok with playing homosexual at times during the show. Must be able to harmonize and pick up music easily. Music-reading abilities a plus.

When: Wednesday Septermber 7th from 7pm til 10pm
Where: Shetler Studios (Floor 12 Penthouse 5)
244 W 54th (Between 8th and 7th)
New York, NY 10019-5515

Auditions are by APPOINTMENT from 7pm til 8:45pm. Callbacks will be the same night from 8:45 til 10.
For an audition slot, please email Zachary Ryan at nodaybutoday_76@yahoo.com with headshot and resume (if possible. If not, please bring headshot and resume to audition).

Audition slots are every 5 minutes from 7pm til 8:45. You can request a slot, but it might not be possible. We will email you back with a confirmation.

Notes/What to Bring: Please prepare a 1 minute monologue and 32 bars (up to 1 min) of a contemporary musical theater song that shows off your voice. Accompanist provided. There will be a movement call at 8:45. This is not a strong dance show, but do come prepared to move.

Rehearsals will be 3 to 4 days a week in the evenings. All in Manhattan.

NO PAY. NON UNION. Performers will receive two (2) comps to the show.

Casting Location: New York, NY
Contact email: nodaybutoday_76@yahoo.com

Indianapolis Auditions for A Christmas Testimony

Casting notice posted on auditionsfree.com, casting location: Indianapolis, IN
1heart Arts Ministries & Faith, Hope &
Love invite you to be a part of an
original Christian production of “A
Christmas Testimony”. Auditions are
now open for musicians, dancers and
actors, to be held Sept 16th & 17th.
We also are searching for a number of
crew positions to be filled.
Performances will be in early
December.

Visit our production site for more
details and to reserve your audition
slot –
http://www.achristmastestimony.kingdom
designministry.com/audition-
information

Casting Location: Indianapolis, IN
Contact email: ztfrancis@gmail.com