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CIVIL WAR TV DOCUMENTARY IN RICHMOND

Non-Union. Director: King. JWM Productions is looking for on camera character talent to fill the following roles in a two-hour civil war documentary. Actors must be available during the month of September.


Breakdown:
- Abraham Lincoln- 55 year-old Caucasian Male Tall, Thin Build Dark Hair, light eyes Must bear a resemblance to the former president. Speaking Role.
- Ulysses S Grant 42 year-old Caucasian Male Medium Height, Medium Build Brown Hair, Light Eyes, Facial Hair Must bear a resemblance to the former General. Speaking Role.
- William Tecumseh Sherman 45 year-old Caucasian Male Tall, Thin Build Red Hair, Brown Eyes, Facial Hair Must Bear a Resemblance to the former general. Heavy Speaking Role.
- Theodore Upson (Civil War Soldier-Union) 20 year-old Caucasian Male Thin Build, Must look Young Speaking Role.
- Garrison Frazier (Minister, former slave) 67 year-old Black Male Speaking Role.

If you are interested, please send a headshot and resume to: JWM Productions Att: Jessica Harrington 6930 Carroll Ave, Suite 600 Takoma Park, MD 20912. Expires July 21.

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ONION COMEDY TV SKETCH IN NEW YORK CITY

Non-Union. Director: Will Graham. The Onion is casting for an Arab-speaking male actor (roughly 30 to 50 years old) to play Osama Bin Laden in an upcoming video segment. We’re hoping that you’ll have strong comedy chops, be comfortable with improv, and can be absolutely fearless in your performance. If you’re interested, please send headshot/resume to Will Graham at onionwebvideo@gmail.com. Web: www.theonion.com

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CORPORATE FITNESS VIDEO DEMONSTRATION IN PHOENIX

Non-Union. Director, Stephen C. Krystek. Note: The duration for this project is not 30 days. It will be viewable on multiple fitness websites for an indefinite amount of time.

Male and Female actor needed for fitness video demonstration. No exercise is required. This is a demonstration on how to use an online weight management/training website. The location is Foothills Athletic Club (3830 E. Ray Road. Phoenix, AZ 85044), on Saturday, July 15, 2006 5-10 pm.

Breakdown:
- Male actor: 30-35 years old. Fit but not overly muscular. Pleasant smile and attitude. Voice must sound encouraging!
- Female actress: 30-35 years old. Fit but not overly muscular. Pleasant smile and attitude. Voice must sound encouraging!

This is a paid project. Please email headshot to: Stephen C. Krystek at info@krzystek.com and you will be contacted for an audition time. Web: www.krzystek.com

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POWERWAVEMEDIA CASTS SHORT FILM "DARKROOM" IN OCEANSIDE

Non-Union. Director: Todd M Wiseman. This short film deals with erotic intrigue between two random souls who encounter each other during a campus photolab assignment. They both knowingly delve into a dark world of needs and wants. More than just homework starts to develop after a night of intense kissing in the Darkroom. This short will shot on monochrome (black & white) with added color elements during post production.

Breakdown:
- Female / Any yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Laura is the attractive former airline flight attendant who enters the picture by being Mikes lovely neighbour across the hall, ideally she is a mature 'soccer mom' who is a natural tease, rules mean nothing to her as she takes great delight in playing her own little games with much younger men like Michael.
- Female / Any yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Michelle is a perky yet frustrated bank teller who feels overlooked and under appreciated by day, by night she 'pays them all back' by hacking into her banks very own ATMS for all the extra cash she can handle, she is a troubled young girl in desperate need of hot passion.

Apply to: Todd MichaeL Wiseman at videotodd@juno.com. Expires August 6.

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FEATURE FILM "THE READER OF SAVANNAH" IN SAVANNAH, GEORGIA

Non-Union. Director: Robbin Michael Wagner. When a beautiful and successful palm reader finds herself romantically pursued by an arrogant photographer, she uses her special powers to find out if the love and the man are worth it. A romantic comedy possessed of mystical magic, sultry jazz, ancient wisdom, love and a glowing Topaz... Zaharr touches the lives of all the unsuspecting souls who cross her path in Old Savannah, Georgia. Synopsis: A wonderfully inspired romantic comedy, “The Reader of Savannah” takes a colorful concept and spins it into a well-defined piece with a musical story line. The local action makes the script feel intimate and personal. The influx of miscellaneous characters gives value to the real depth produced by the main characters. While the writers introduce fun dialogue on the way to "enlightenment", there is plenty of substance to carry the characters throughout the piece. This charming, fully developed story line makes it possible for all who enter the theatre to leave whistling a happy tune.

Breakdown:
- Female / 25-30 yrs. / White. Requires Nudity. Perky, petite, intelligent physical therapist. She is healthy, no tattoos and ultimately gets naked in front of the leading male actor. NO SEX. She apparently has a prosthetic leg. She is pivotal to the relationship between the female/male leads.
- Female / 25-30 yrs. / White. Requires Nudity. A brash, gothic, alcoholic woman with tattoos, piercings and purple hair. She is beautiful, but hides it under her street person mentality. She is loud, bawdy, tall and thin. Her role is pivotal to story line of love and redemption.

Apply to: Robbin Michaal Wagner, 650-475-7058, email: bbrc@aol.com. Web: web.mac.com/RobbinMichaelWagner. Expires August 2.

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DIGRESS LESS PRODUCTIONS SHOOTING SHORT IN HOLLYWOOD

Non-Union. Director: Ramsey Denison. Actors needed for HD narrative short film about a restaurant owner who tries to help the homeless by hiring them as dishwashers. Looking for male and female actors between the ages of 25 and 60 who are up to the challenge of playing a homeless person. Especially interested in actors who naturally have a gruff, gritty quality about them. Amateurs who have these qualities but not a lot of experience will be given serious consideration. All ethnicities encouraged to reply. Pay is $50 a day plus meals and travel expenses. Director is an established editor who has worked for Universal, Disney, MGM, Showtime, and Twentieth Century Fox (go to www.ramseydenison.com to see work). Send resume and headshots or mail hard copy to: Ramsey Denison, 3405 Cahuenga Blvd. West. Los Angeles, CA 90068.

Breakdown:
- Female / Any yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Gacia is a genial, kind woman whose 3 children and full time job leaves her with little energy and almost no patience.
- Male / Any yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Benny is a tough, working-class, no-nonsense guy who's worked almost every day of his life since the age of 12. Though uncommonly patient, he doesn't tolerate insubordination or laziness and he doesn't suffer fools. He's a nice guy, but he's a guy you don't want to cross.
- Male / Any yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Toby's friends all think he's the nicest guy in the world. He smiles easily and often, always picks up the tab, and is a great listener. Still, those who know him well know he struggles with depression and is prone to self-pity. In Toby's view, no one ever treats poor Toby as good as he treats them.
- Male / Any yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Gabe is a homeless, recovering drug addict determined to get his life together, but he's been determined to do that before and hasn't had a lot of success. Gabe is timid, polite, and insecure.
- Male / Any yrs. / Any Ethnicity. Javy is an impulsive, homeless drug addict who dropped out of school at age 13. A master manipulator, Javy sold cars before his heroin problem left him on the streets.

Apply to: Ramsey Denison at email: denisonramsey@hotmail.com and via address above. Expires July 24.

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NELSON & ASSOCIATTES CASTING SEEKING ACTORS FOR VARIOUS PROJECTS

Union. Director: N/A. Union and Non Union actors/actresses needed for several film productions. We have a need for Caucasian, African American, Asian, Hispanic, Puerto Rican, East Indian, European accent, Italian accent, Australian accent, Arab accent acotrs/actresses. Local talent agency working exclusively with a production company on several major projects in development with preproduction starting soon. Age requirements are 5 yrs. - 75 yrs. Filming will be shot in various locations through out Southwest Georgia (USA). All who are interested may submit headshot with a resume (make sure phone number is included) to the following address: Nelson & Associates Casting Agency; P.O. Box 1094; Perry, Georgia 31069.

Breakdown:
- Male / 18-24 yrs. / African American. Actor should portray a 17-19 year old. Actor should project a hip look.
- Female / 31-40 yrs. / African American. Actress should portray a smart, sophisticated lady.

- Female / 18-24 yrs. / White. Actress should portray a 17-19 year old with a cute southern charm look.
- Male / 41-50 yrs. / White. Actor should be able to portray a southern gentleman with a sweet charming smile.

Apply to: Barbara Nelson, Nelson & Associates Casting, P.O. Box 1094, Perry, Georgia 31069. Expires August 1.

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THEATER AUDITIONS FOR NORTHERN STAGE PRODUCTIONS IN NEW YORK

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: Nov 9. Runs Dec 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: Sept 18. Runs Oct 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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OPEN STAGE AUDITIONS FOR "A CHRISTMAS STORY" IN CLEVELAND

Sun, July 9 and Mon, July 10. 11:00AM-6 pm. Cleveland Playhouse, 8500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. 44106. Local open auditions for children by appointment being held for the Cleveland Play House in Cleveland, Ohio, for their upcoming production of A Christmas Story. General manager: Merlin DeTardo, Author: Philip Grecian, Director: Seth Gordon (attending audition.) Equity LORT C, $663 minimum per week. First rehearsal will be Nov 7. Opens Dec 6, until Dec 23. Children’s rehearsals on weekdays, prior to tech/previews (Nov. 28-Dec. 1, Dec 5-6) will be conducted after regular school hours. For the audition, prepare anything of your choosing for three minutes. You may do a monologue or two, and you may sing, through there will not be an accompanist. There is no singing in the play; the purpose of the audition is for them to get to know you as a performer. For an appointment, call 216-795-7000 ext. 967. They would like to fill Sun, July 9 prior to making appointments for Mon, July 10. Leave on the voice mail the name of the child, the name of the parent contact for the child, a phone number, and whether you would prefer a morning or afternoon appointment. You will be called back with a specific appointment time. Seeking local Cleveland area children of any ethnicity for seven children’s roles in A Christmas Story. They are looking for boys and girls who can play nine years old on stage, and one boy who can play a five year old on stage. You needn’t be the exact age, as long as you can be believable in that age. Ralphie: Male, age 9. Wants a Red Ryder BB gun. Randy: Male, age 5. Ralphie’s younger brother. Schwartz: Male, age 9. Know-it-all. Flick: Male, age 9. Gullible. Scut Farkas: Male, age 9. Menacing. Esther Jane: Female, age 9. Sweet. Helen: Female, age 9. Wise beyond her years. These roles will be understudied. The Cleveland Play House is an equal opportunity employer. Except for parts where race, ethnicity or sex are an issue, casting is decided on the basis of ability alone.

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THALATTA! THEATRE INTERNATIONAL THALATTA!

Theatre International is seeking submissions for 10 actors of various nationalities (first generation OK) to fill positions in a growing ensemble. We are looking for international individuals living in NYC, with a basic command of English, who are willing to make a six month commitment. There is a small stipend and the work with result in a yet-to-be-determined performance. We will start in October with a series of workshops led by the artistic director designed to incorporate the various techniques held by the actors. Please send your headshot and resume to: 723 Eighth Ave, Suite 4H, Brooklyn, NY 11215 to schedule an upcoming audition or e-mail Doug Howe at theatre.international@gmail.com. Check out our website, www.thalattatheatre.org for more information about the company.

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THEATREWORKS STAGE AUDITIONS IN NEW MILFORD

Mon, July 17 & Tues, July 18. 7-9 pm. Theatre Works, 5 Brookside Ave, New Milford, CT 06776. TheatreWorks New Milford, New Milford, CT. TheatreWorks is an award-winning, regional theatre company located just off Route 202, in New Milford, CT. Seeking actors for upcoming production of Compleat Female Stage Beauty by Jeffery Hatcher, Director: Jane Farnol. TheatreWorks offers a stipend to all performers. First rehearsal: Aug 7. Runs Sept 22-Oct 21. Synopsis: A clever backstage comedy telling the true story of Edward Kynaston, a Restoration-period actor celebrated for his genius at playing female roles. When King Charles II responds to the request of his mistress—the infamous Nell Gwyn—and lifts the ban on women appearing on the English stage, Kynaston's world collapses until his ex-dresser takes it upon herself to make him into the man he never was. Seeking: eight men and five women between the ages of 20 and 50. English accents a must. For character breakdowns and directions, visit www.theatreworks.us. Note: all roles available to both professionals and amateurs. The audition will consist of readings from the script. Releases and high resolution photos are available at the website.

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CASTING FOR COMEDY SHORT "COUCH", DELAWARE, PENNSYLVANIA, NEW JERSEY

"Couch" a comedic short about 3 burnouts and a couch. It will be shooting in late July. Seeking: There are several roles available and we are looking for just about every ethnicity male or female. All we ask is that you be available for travel between DE/PA/NJ. Pay is deferred/negotiable. Meal and reel will be provided. Primary Roles: Joe, Tom, and Dave: Mid twenties to early thirties, losers, any ethnicity. Other speaking roles available: Beach Girl: any ethnicity, Strip Club Bouncer: any ethnicity, Strip Club Hostess: any ethnicity, Aerobics Instructor: female, butch, any ethnicity, Bum: Old, any ethnicity, Paulo: Male, Mexican, Basketball Player 1: Male, African American, Basketball Player 2: Male, African American, Old Folks Home Resident: either sex, any ethnicity. Non Speaking Roles Available: Aerobics class girls, Basketball Players: male, African American, Football Players: male, Caucasian, middle aged, Parkour/Freerunning athletes, Capoeira athletes, Mexicans. Send headshot and resume to: production@filmjitsu.com, "RE: Couch" in the subject line. No zip files, please. Casting calls will be announced in the next 2 weeks.

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COMEDY-ACTION SHORT FILM "WHAT'S YOUR PROBLEM" IN NEW JERSEY

Set against the backdrop of a suburban New Jersey town, "What’s Your Problem" is a comedy/action short film that tells the story of a private detective company and its unorthodox methods of crime fighting. There is a stipend of $200 Shooting will take place in September 2006. Seeking: Wilson: Male, Caucasian, 28-35, slim not built, slightly longer messy bedhead type hair, scrawny, late 20's, Jason Schwartzman from Rushmore meets Revenge of the Nerds. Type of guy that still lives at home like Jason Lee from Mallrats. Note: Non-union members only. Mail submissions to: Grey Sky Films, 114 Beach Street, Bldg 1W, Rockaway, NJ 07866.

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DIGITAL COMEDY SHORT, "SOMETHING BORROWED, SOMETHING BLOWS"

The McQuaid Brothers are casting for their new digital short "Something Borrowed, Something Blows" - a comedic look at the different views a soon-to-be-married couple have just minutes before their wedding. Auditions will be held in mid July, to shoot in early August. Producers are applying for SAG Experimental Contract so pay will be deferred, but meals and copy will be provided. Please email headshots and resume to: casting@mcquaidbrothers.com, and check out www.mcquaidbrothers.com for more info. Seeking: Sarah: the Bride to Be, 20s. Young, pretty and about to be married - she couldn't be happier. She's been planning for this since childhood of course life has a way of mixing things up when you least expect it. Strong decisive woman, who knows what she wants. Blair: Maid of Honor, 20s. Childhood friend of Sarah's, they've grown up together and are the closest of friends. Not as self assured as Sarah, though still a strong woman. Very pretty and well to do, but holding on to an optimistic view of love may get her feelings hurt more than she'd care to let on. Ian: 20s to early 30s. Rich, single, handsome - he's got it all - (looks not as important as cockiness and confidence.)
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