Looking for a paid acting job in Chicago, Illinois? Open auditions for Immersion Actors in Chicago, IL – American Immersion Theater is holding auditions in Chicago for talented and energetic performers interested in joining its team of immersive actors. This open casting call offers a unique opportunity to gain professional improv training, enjoy flexible scheduling,… Read More »
Upstage Theatre holding open auditions for the rest of the 2026 season of shows in Peoria, Illinois. Somebody’s Getting Grease’d: Murder at the Reunion, plus a few more shows. There is pay for those cast to be in the show. Auditions for: Men 18-65 Women 18-65 Actors/Singers who can move/dance WHEN: March 22 &23, 6:30… Read More »
Chicago PD – Extras casting Notice. Chicago P.D. is currently in production in the Chicagoland area and the NBC police procedural drama is looking for background actors to fit certain roles. Please note that you must actually live in the Chicago, Illinois area in order to be considered as no travel costs are being paid.… Read More »
Casting extras in Chicago for 2026 season on Showtime’s “The Chi”. This page has been updated for the 2026 season 8 of The Chi. The Showtime series, The Chi, is coming back for season 8 and is currently in production in the Chicago area. The Chi is created by Boomerang creator Lena Waithe and produced by… Read More »
Chicago Med TV Show background extras. Production is back on the NBC Chicago themed shows. Casting directors for the Chicago Med series are currently looking to cast area locals who would like to work as paid background actors on set. The show premiered in 2015 and is currently filming new episodes for the 2025 season… Read More »
NBC’s Chicago shows are now filming the 2025/26 season. Casting Call: Extras Needed for Upcoming Episodes of Chicago P.D. (2025/2026 season) The hit NBC series Chicago P.D. is gearing up to film new episodes for its 2025/2026 season and is currently seeking extras to fill various non-speaking roles. If you’ve ever wanted to be part… Read More »
Auditions for Dancers and Singers to join Virgin Voyages Cruise Lines Dancers are invited to audition by appointment on February 26 & 27, 2026, for a variety of entertainment experiences aboard Virgin Voyages’ fleet. CHICAGO February 26 & 27, 2026 We’re kick-ball-changing it up on the high seas, casting for ten experiences currently playing on… Read More »
FX’s The Bear is back for Season 5, and 4 Star Casting is seeking background actors to to work in various background roles for episode filming in Chicago in 2025. The production is looking for individuals of all ethnicities, ages 18 and older, to participate. The role pays $129.60 for an eight-hour shoot. To apply,… Read More »
The Beverly Theatre Guild – Shrek: The Musical Audition Location: CHICAGO IL Audition Category: Theater “Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in… Read More »
NBC’s “Chicago Fire” is back in production for the 2025 season. The Chicago based drama, Chicago Fire, is back in production in the Chicagoland area and the extras casting directors are looking to cast locals to the Chicago area that are available to work as paid background actors, in the next week. Don’t live in… Read More »
Now casting people who use power…or gas in unique ways. Please note that this is for various energy companies and the list of energy companies is listed below. Please only apply if the listed company is the one you use. PECO (Philadelphia area) Delmarva (D.E. & Eastern M.D. area) BGE (Baltimore area) Atlantic City Electric… Read More »
A&A BALLET Announces Open Auditions for Spring 2026 Performance of Swan Lake Audition Location: Chicago, IL Audition Category: Dancers The search is on for Chicago’s next generation of ballet stars. Dancers aged 6-24 from across Chicagoland are invited to audition for this unique opportunity. A&A BALLET welcomes all dance styles and skill levels to bring this… Read More »
PROJECT: 4 STAR CATING FUTURE PROJECTS ROLE: INFANT 6 MONTHS OLD IN JANUARY 2026 WORKING DATES: TBD UPCOMING SHOWS – JAN – MAY 2026 CALL TIME: VARIOUS LOCATION: CHICAGO AND SURROUNDING SUBURBS RATE: $250/4 LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WHO CAN PLAY THE FOLLOWING: INFANT 6 MONTHS OLD IN JANUARY 2026 – individual kids, twins, and quadruplets… Read More »
The Play That Goes Wrong Location: Arlington Heights, Illinois Type: Theater Open Call Paid production. PRODUCTION TEAM: Johanna McKenzie Miller – Director Tiffany Gates – Executive Director Matthew D. Carney, CSA – Casting Director Metropolis Performing Arts Centre is holding open auditions for the smash-hit comedy, The Play That Goes Wrong! We are seeking strong,… Read More »
Disney / Hulu show “Deli Boys” is now filming in Chicago and casting paid extras. The series is a comedy that follows the misadventures of two brothers who get caught up in a criminal enterprise. The first season premiered in March of 2022 and Season 2 is currently in production in the Chicagoland area. Season… Read More »