FILM/TV
Life is a just the picture
dancing on a screen
~Siegfriend Sassoon
NEW! SAG ACTORS – GET REGISTERED!
In preparation for new incoming projects, Grant Wilfley Casting will hold open registration to update their files on Wednesdays and Fridays 11am to 4pm, from 12/6/2006-2/2/2007. All SAG actors, M/F, interested in doing background work should attend only once on a day designated for the first letter of your last name. A-E: 1/10, 1/26; F-J: 12/6, 1/12, 1/31; K-O: 12/8, 1/17, 2/2; P-S: 12/13, 1/19, 1/31; T-Z: 12/15, 1/24, 1/26; Do not stop by at any other time. No phone calls. Bring your Sag card, a H/R or a snapshot with contact information. Be prepared to have a digital photo taken. Grant Wilfley Casting, 123 W. 18th St., 8th Floor, NY, NY 10011. [11-30]
NEW! IT GIRL FOR MUSIC VIDEO! ARE YOU IT?
Award-winning and experienced production company is seeking a female lead, non-union, for a new music video for a star-bound female fronted pop/electronic group. We're looking for a particular girl... 18-21 yrs old (but preferably looks even younger), Slender/Athletic build, beautiful but intensely interesting features (the more elfin/fairy/nymph or otherworldly looking you are the better!), ability to convey emotion through body movement and expression alone (non-speaking role), dance training and/or naturally gifted dancer. Tentative shoot dates are 2-3 days, likely weekend, in mid-late Jan. Shooting in or around NYC. Auditions mid-Dec. No pay but food/transportation/copy/credit (and fun) provided. H/R to: starcircleproductions@gmail.com See the director's reel and company website here: http://starcircleproductions. com/pages/director.html [11-30]
NEW! THIRTEEN IS YOUR LUCKY NUMBER!
Thirteen/WNET, New York City's Flagship PBS television station is casting Asian, Hispanic, and Black actors, M/F, for a new Station ID spot, a dark comedic piece about people who just can’t turn away from their television when PBS is on. We’re looking for people with an interesting/compelling look, who can play funny, frightened, and deadpan. Email Joshua Cohen at Cohenje@thirteen.org [11-30]
NEW! MAN WITH HAIR FOR 60S FEATURE – FOR PAY! We are seeking a white male w/ long hair and facial hair (prefer long beard) and a slim frame, in the 20s-30s age range, to be in a feature film set in the 1960's. It is a one day job, either shooting Tuesday 12/5 or Thursday 12/7. Please email a recent photo of yourself (not headshot) and include your name, phone #, height and weight to 60slook@gmail.com. Do NOT email us if you do not fit this description or if you are unavailable for the 2 possible shoot dates. Compensation: $126. [11-30]
NEW! HUNTING FOR ACTORS ACTORS FOR SHORT AT HUNTER!
Casting M/F for Profile 311, a Hunter College short film based on the true story of a person deemed suspicious by a 311 caller. Casting: Russian woman, 35-45, bilingual. Classic features, medium build. Lee: Latina, 40s, short with medium-dark features. Dayz: Latina, playing age teens, Fours’s sister. Stranger, 35-45, white male of large to medium build. Fours: mid-30s, preferably Latino but looks universal. Preferably a native New Yorker or other urbanite, thuggish energy. Detectives: 35-45, males, any race, tall, clean cut. Email: profile_311@yahoo.com [11-30]
NEW! SAY “INDIA!” SOUTHEAST ACTION ACTORS FOR FEATURE!
Sylvia Fay/Lee Genick & Associates Casting are looking for actors, M/F, to portray Southeast Asians (Indians, Pakistani, and Bengali) for the feature film Accidental Husband, shooting in NYC. Please send photos and contact info to contact@sylviafaycasting.com Please include the word "India" in the subject line. No office visits or drop-offs please. [11-30]
NEW! TAKE A CHANCE ON CHANCERS AUTHOR – FOR PAY!
Third Factory is casting Points. A series of non-union comedic shorts co-created by Frederik Carlstr and acclaimed novelist of The Chancers Damian Lanigan. Shooting for one week in Brooklyn, NY late January or early February 2007. Seeking Leads, 2 Males, early 20s to early 30s (great if already friends, but not a requirement), average to good looking, good sense of humor. Email pix, resumes, and/or audition tapes to pointstheseries@gmail.com Lo pay/flat rate; video copy, credit, meals provided. [11-30]
NEW! A FILM TO DIE FOR!
Columbia student film is casting 2F/1M, 18-50, non-union, no pay for The Shift.
A teenage girl takes care of her father the night before he dies of cancer - although she doesn't realize he's that sick. Auditions: 12/5, 5-8pm. Shooting: 12/9. Seeking: Jennifer Reyes: 18-24, mixed Latina/White, vibrant, fluent in Spanish, obsessed with Latino culture (in general); Vivian: Caucasian, 31-40, trophy wife; Martin Reyes: 41-50, Latino, often passes for white, distinguished. Fluency in Spanish is NOT necessary. Email: maroon2productions@gmail.com [11-29]
NEW! WOMEN LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS - HELP YOUR MEDS MAKER!
Commercial casting for women, all ages, taking Bristol Myers Squibb medication for HIV/AIDS, SAG, pay. For commercials directed by Oscar nominee Bennett Miller. Audition Dates: 12/6 or 12/7. Seeking: Female With HIV/Aids, 18-80, all Ethnicities. Talent must actually have HIV/AIDS and take (or have taken) a Bristol Myers Squibb medication for it. The BMS medication for HIV/AIDS is: Reyataz, Sustiva, Videx Ec, Zerit, Atripla. In each spot the talent/person talks about their own real life experience with a specific illness in a semi-testimonial style. The talent/person's name appears on screen. (You may have seen them currently running with actors as well as celebs Lynn Redgrave and Lance Armstrong). You MUST mark in the notes section which medication you have taken or are taking currently. Please note in your submission where you are locatedand email to cambria.hankin@gmail.com with description of condition. [11-29]
NEW! JOHNNY DEPP TO GO TO COURT!
New Court TV show is auditioning a Johnny Depp (male) look alike, non-union, pay for
Court TV pilot. One day, non-speaking, sometime between 12/11-17.
H/R and availability to hunterangj@yahoo.com [11-29]
NEW! KOREAN & JAPANESE ACTORS -- PERIOD!
Columbia University MFA is casting M/F, 20s-50, Union & Non-Union no pay for Short Film. This is a WWII period drama. Shooting January. Seeking: Sohee: late teens-20s, Korean-American female; Jin: late teens-20s, Korean-American male; Hiroshi: 20s, Japanese-American male; Ichiro: 20s-30s, Japanese-American male. Submit H/R to: James Bang, 30 River Ct #1208, Jersey City, NJ 07310. [11-29]
NEW! THE OPEN ROAD - WITH PAY!
Weekly serial production for online broadcast is casting M/F, 35-45, non-union, pay. Will include several public appearances in character. Travel required. Salary when steady production begins (summer). Seeking: Male or Female: 35-45, 5'7' - 6'5', 150 - 250 lbs, willing to travel often, good health, long term commitment to production (12-18 months.)
Your Reel needs at least one example of dialogue with other actors, some comedy
beneficial, taped stage performance fine if lacking television or film, more is obviously better.
DVD/H/R to ATTN: Smith, 145 Hudson St, Suite 301, NYC 10013. [11-29]
NEW! BE A HOST FOR WEB COMMERCIAL!
Auditions for 1M/1F, 20s-30s, non-union, pay for Upscale Automotive Dealer Web Commercial. The website spokesperson will be featured as the host and guide for the website service. Auditions by appt: 12/3 in Manhattan. Shooting 12/10 in Brooklyn. Pay is $300 flat rate for a 1-day shoot (approx. 6 hours.) Seeking: 1 Male/1 Female, 20's-40's, any ethnicity, attractive, polished and exude energy and enthusiasm about the service. Please submit H/R to info@kitchentablefilms.com. [11-29]
NEW! BEER COMMERCIAL NEEDS GORGEOUS LADY!
A holiday themed Miller Lite spec spot is casting 1F, 20s, non-union, no pay. Chuck, is very dull. He has no gifts, a tiny tree, and nobody to spend his Christmas with so he decides to leave Santa a Miller Lite. Seeking: Female, Caucasian, 20s, long hair, nice legs, great smile. Gorgeous woman. Email: harley.diblasio@yahoo.com
NEW! BOY AND GIRL AND MAN AND WOMAN AND ACTION
NYU Short is casting 1M/1F and 1Boy/1girl, non-union, no pay for Knock, Knock. A young boy is forced to grow up over the course of dinner in light of his older brother's death overseas. Seeking: Male, 11-14, White; Female: 41-50, White; Female: 15-17, White; Male: 41-50, White. Email: kcr226@nyu.edu [11-29]
NEW! COLUMBIA SHORT NEEDS DREAMER AND TIME BOMB
Casting M/F, 30s-40s, non-union, no pay for Montauk, The End. a Columbia University Thesis Short Film. Auditions by appointment only starting December 2006. Seeking: Tulip: 30's, a free-spirited dreamer, offbeat sense of humor, working class, vulnerable; Guy: 40's, a worn out, disillusioned, middle class man, quietly ticking time bomb, average build. H/R to: Sixteen Shorts Productions, Attn: Casting, 238 Carlton Ave # 2, Brooklyn, NY 11205; montaukfilm@gmail.com. [11-30]
NEW! FATHER SEEKS REVENGE IN SHORT FILM
Brooklyn College is casting for 1 man, 40s, non-union, no pay for Short Film. A father depends on the authorities to find the man who murdered and sexually abused his 10 year old daughter. Seeking: Robert: 46. Please send a link to a reel or headshot (profile) via email Js85@msn.com. [11-30]
NEW! CHINESE ACTRESS, 50s, FOR FEATURE FILM
Casting Chinese female, 50s non-union, no pay forAnnette and Her. Seeking: Natalie: Chinese: 50s, wife of a wealthy Broadway produce, energetic, eccentric. One /Two days shoot. Manhattan. Late February, early March. H/R to superhaiko@hotmail.com [11-30]
NEW! FEATURE HORROR HAS CREEPY ROLES FOR EVERYONE!
Established Production Company casting M/F, 20-75, 2girls, 5-13, non-union, no pay for Pinkeye. Shooting in early March auditions will be in early Jan. Seeking: Edgar: 20-35, tormented due to his disfigurement, well read and well spoken if creepy and very dark; Sherri: 18-30, runaway suffering from drug withdrawal. Brief, non-sexual topless scene; Technician #1: Male Lab tech, 25-35; Technician #2 Male lab tech, 25-35, sleazy, perverted; Raven: 18-30, Long dark hair, insane patient that goes from a coma like state to furious rage; Daisy: 5-8; Caucasian female, age Holly: 11-13, Caucasian female, rebellious and jealous; Gus: 40-60, Italian, Loud, funny, very "Brooklyn"; Edgar’s Mother: 45-75, Caucasian, creep; Mr. Spencer: 25-45, Insane patient; Bonnie: 18-30, Caucasian, Extremely skinny, must be comfortable in a bra and underwear; Bonnie #2:18-30, Caucasian, very overweight, must be comfortable in a bra and underwear; Shadow: 35-75, Native American man; Joyce: 20-30, Promiscuous nurse, requires brief, non-sexual topless scene; Jeremy: 25-40, more interested in his work than in his wife; Fortune Teller: 40-60, Male or female, Bizarre but authentic; Officer #1: Male, 25-50, own police uniform if possible; Mr. Van Horn: Caucasian, 45-70. Rich, heartless, corporate type; Various Extras wanted. Just write Will Be Extra on headshot. You must write what role you are submitting for. H/R and cover letter to: Savage Roses Productions, 295 Palmer Road, Yonkers, NY, 10701. No drop offs please. [11-30]
NEW! SING FOR US! TENOR FOR NYU FILM!
NYU student filmmaker seeking male singer 30-40's, tenor, non-union, no pay for short film. Shooting in NYC and Brooklyn 12/2-3. 8am call time each day. Experience with a cappella and/or barbershop quartet preferred but not required. Contact Jordan ASAP at: 540.460.8188 or invinema@gmail.com. [11-27]
NEW! MAN NEEDED FOR LONG TERM COMMITMENT-HAHAHAHA!
Non-SAG serial production needs: White male, 30s-40s, non-union, no pay. Seeking: White male: 35-45, 5'7" - 6'5", 150 - 250 lbs, willing to travel often, long term commitment to production (12-18 months.) To submit, please send a reel, need at least one example of dialogue with other actors, some comedy, taped stage performance fine if lacking television or film. Please send headshot, DVD and resume to: ATTN: Jeff Smith, 145 Hudson St., Suite 301, NYC 10013. [11-27]
NEW! DOG CHASES MAN CHASES GIRL NEXT DOOR!
Thesis film needs 1M/1F, non-union, no pay for short comedy. John is an introverted guy leading a dull life. But when he's chased down the streets, by a big relentless dog, his life takes an unexpected turn. Seeking: John, 20s, plain, nerdy type, yet charismatic, funny, fit, good comedic timing and improvisational skills; Girl next door: 20s, attractive, down to earth. Please send your H/R to jrdallemand@gmail.com. [11-27]
NEW! STUDENT FILM NEEDS MALE TO PLAY HOMELESS
City College Graduate Film Dep needs 1male, 40s-50s, non-union, no pay. A meaningful connection occurs on a park bench between a homeless man and a boy. Seeking: Homeless Man: 40s-50s, a beard or growing a beard. Please send email with H/R to ccnyfilmproductions@yahoo.com. [11-27]
NEW! ACTORS/ACTRESSES WITH YOGA EXPERIENCE!
Yoga Royale: Award-winning producing & writing team seeking fit, attractive non-union actors/actresses, 18-40, on 12/2 for approximately 3-4 hours in the mid-afternoon / early evening filming in midtown Manhattan. You will be playing yoga students, so yoga experience is highly preferable. There is no pay, but it will be the most fun you'll have on a set, the video will be playing on NBC's "It's Your Show TV" site 1 week later, and possibly on the air shortly thereafter. For more info, please visit www.JamesSMurray.com and www.TheTenderloins.com H/BODYSHOT/R. [11-23]
And in case you missed the last issue, there may be some auditions still worth pursuing at www.truonline.org/AUpdate1122.htm including the following (plus more)
DASH OVER TO ILLINOIS AND NORTH CAROLINA!
Looking for tall baritone male lead in two AEA productions of A Dash of Rosemary! Little Theatre on the Square (IL)- 1/29- 2/14 & Temple Theatre (NC) 4/14-5/13. [11-22]
V.O. FOR ANIMATED PET SUPERHEROS AT NICK JR.!
Casting Australian female Voice over actors, AFTRA only, paid, for Wonder Pets! Submit audio files through your agent or directly. [11-21]
LOW BUDGET AWARD WINNER
Award Winning filmmaker is casting Men, 25-60, non-union, no pay
for new low- super short film. [11-21]
PLAY IT SAFE AT SCHOOL FOR VISUAL ARTS
SVA student is casting 2 men 20s, non-union, no pay for the short Safe. [11-21]
CUNY FILM CREEPS YOU OUT
CUNY student needs Men 28-65, Girl 16-19, non-union, no pay for short. [11-22]
IT’S A RAP AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
Student film needs females 20s-30s, male 19-20s, non-union, no pay for Hug. [11-21]
SHORT FILM FOR THE JEWISH CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
Casting men, teens-50s, females, teens-50s, non-union, pay, for educational short Jewish Awareness. Pay Rate: $150 + 10% Agency Fee. [11-21]
SANTA NEEDS AN ADMIRER!
Short film needs 1 female 20s, 1 male 40s, non-union, no pay for Kris Crush. Edgy, sexy, comedy about a woman's crush on a streetcorner Santa. Filming in 12/2006. [11-21]
HAVE NO MANNERS? WANT SOME?
City Lights Media is now casting M/F, all ages, types, non-union, no pay
for Mind Your Manners on The Learning Channel. [11-21]
BE ON YOU TUBE-NOT JUST FOR CELEBRITY OOPS!
Production company needs 1 actress 21-36, non-union, pay to make Comedic Video Shorts, on YouTube, maybe TV. $100 per day. [11-18]
STUDENT SHORT WILL TAKE YOU TO FESTIVALS
Columbia Student needs men, non-union, no pay for 15min film. Shooting: 12/3-7. [11-18]
GO BACK TO HIGH SCHOOL, YOU KNOW YOU WANT TO
Filmmaker is casting M/F, all ages, types, non-union, no pay for film. Auditions 12/16-17 for 4/2007 shoot. Send All Responses to: jyplynn@yahoo. com. [11-18]
JESSICA SIMPSON, WE NEED YOU!
Immediate casting for an actress 18-23, non union, pay for feature. Gorgeous All-American Female: 18-23, blonde preferred; will see others (i.e. Miss Simpson) [11-18]
SEEKING FRESH-FACED ACTRESS!
Freidman Productions needs an actress 17-21, non-union, no pay for Fresh Face. Shooting January 2007. [11-18]
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE CLAUS... SANTA, THAT ‘TIS
SVA Thesis Film needs all kinds of people, non-union, no pay for Tis the Secret.
One day shoot 12/2 or 12/3. [11-18]
WIFE SWAP WANTS ACTOR FAMILIES! LOOK OUT ABC!
ABC Primetime Seeking Actor Families, non-union, pay for Wife Swap. Families that appear on the show receive $20,000 as a thank you. Refer a family and get $1000. Email your info to: Susie Losco, Casting AP, ABC Television, Wife Swap at: susie.losco@rdfusa.com
SEEKING HANDSOME ACTOR IN A CRUNCH!
Grey Sky Films needs an actor 20s, non-union, pay for Crunch. Pay is $150. [11-18]
GOOD MAN MUST LOVE GOOD DOG!
SVA Student short seeks M 40s, Caucasian, non-union, no pay for Good Dog. [11-18]
JAPANESE FAMILY DRAMA
SVA short needs 2 Japanese men 20s & 40s, non-union, no pay for Androgyny.
Filming in January.No dialogue.[11-18]
REALITY BECOMES REAL ON TV LAND
TV Land is now casting real people, non-union, no pay for Your Reality. [11-18]
AAAGHGH! ANOTHER MAFIA REVENGE MOVIE!
Art Institute of NYC student film needs 3 actors 20s-40s,
non-union, no pay for Revenge Has No Time. [11-18]
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Just Dancers
The people who do not dance are the dead.
~Jerry Rose
No new listings this week, but, in case you missed the last issue, there may be some auditions still worth pursuing at www.truonline.org/AUpdate1122.htm
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MODELS/PROMO
Everybody needs beauty as well as bread.
~John Muir
NEW! FEMALE AND MALE MODELS – POSSIBLE PAY!
Looking for 6 female and 4 male models for a May 2007 fashion event. Wardrobe, jewelry, makeup, hair will all be provided. Any ethnicity. Models must be 18 or older. Experience is a plus but not required. Pay\compensation will be determined on experience. East meets West: top fashion designers will present new line - clothing to jewelry, Eastern and Western Asian clothing, casual, evening and marriage wear. H/R to: Attn: Lillian Ribeiro, Gaia Studio, 66 Willow Ave, 3rd Floor, Hoboken, NJ, 07032 or email adilmahmud@gmail.com. [11-30]
NEW! ARE YOU A-LO-VELY LADY? THEN SAY ALOHA!
New Times Square restaurant is currently seeking NYC's most glamorous and sexy women for all positions. Hostesses, Table Concierges, Bartenders & Cocktail Waitresses at Hawaiian Tropic Zone Restaurant-Bar-Lounge. Interviews are week of 11/27-12/1, please email your best pictures to JT or call 212.947.6495. When you get there you must say JT Talent And Casting Sent You. [11-27]
NEW! A FINE LADY (SEVERAL) FOR AFFINITY MODEL JOBS!
NEW YORK, NY: Affinity Models has model jobs for fit, attractive girls with liquor promo experience; Must be size 6 or smaller; Must be over 21 (with ID proof) and appear 21 to early 30's. Female Spokesmodels would be promoting high-end liquor such with outfits provided for most events. If you have a Resume it must be TEXT ONLY and INSIDE the actual email, NOT ATTACHMENT!!! Please send jpg pictures and title the email "NY FEMALE ALCOHOL MODEL" (your name) (your city). BE SURE TO TELL US ALL MEASUREMENTS AND HEIGHT/FULL BODY PIX! If you send your pictures in any kind of ZIP, tif, bmp, pps, MSWORD format, your pictures will not get in. Please indicate your distance in MILES, not MINUTES to the city you are interested in.You must be within 100 miles of the job! You must tell us how old your pics are! Please be sure to include your full name, phones, address! PAY: $30/hr. We need 5 girls. NYC event is December 7, in the evening, to start. Other events to follow frequently. Send to: affinitymodels@yahoo.com Info: http://www.affinitytalent.com
NEW! YO! ARROJO STUDIO NEEDS 3 TALL WOMEN!
Makeover Guru Nick Arrojo from Television Hit Show "What Not to Wear" is casting for 3 models to represent Arrojo Studio and their latest hair trends, at Wella's Future Vision Hair Show in Toronto, Canada. CASTING: Friday 12/1/2006, 10-11am. CASTING LOCATION: TO BE NAMED in NEW YORK NY. Show Location: Toronto, Canada. Dates: 12/12-15, 2007. 3 professional female runway models. 5'7" and taller only. Must be experienced walking in high heels. Must be open for hair cut and color. All hair colors, textures, and lengths are invited. No weaves or extensions will be selected. Must have valid US Passport for travel to/from Canada. Pay: $800 + (airfare & accommodation will be covered). If you have a Resume it must be TEXT ONLY and INSIDE the actual email, NOT ATTACHMENT!!! Please send jpg pictures and title the email "NY to TORONTO FEMALE HAIR MODEL" (your name) (your city) BE SURE TO TELL US ALL MEASUREMENTS AND HEIGHT/FULL BODY PIX! If you send your pictures in any kind of ZIP, tif, bmp, pps, MSWORD format, your pictures will not get in. Please indicate your distance in MILES, not MINUTES to the city you are interested in.You must be within 100 miles of the job! You must tell us how old your pics are! Please be sure to include your full name, phones, address! Send to: affinitymodels@yahoo.com More info: http://www.affinitytalent.com
In case you missed the last issue, there may be some auditions still worth pursuing at www.truonline.org/AUpdate1115.htm including the following (plus more)
MEN TO SAMPLE DEWAR'S WHISKEY-PROMOTION
100 men, non-union are needed for a paid Promo for the anniversary of the repeal of prohibition. Training (Paid): 12/4, 7-9PM, Event: $30/hour, 12/5, 6:30-7pm
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REACHING OUT
One must go without familiars in order to be open to influences, to change.
~Katharine Butler Hathaway
NEW! COME BACK, JAMES DEAN - TO CHATHAM, NJ!
Chatham Players is auditioning M/F, 18-50s, non-union, no pay for Come Back to the Five & Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean. Auditions: 12/ 2, 3:00pm and Monday, 12/4, 7:00pm, come prepared to read from the script at The Chatham Playhouse, 23 North Passaic Avenue, Chatham, NJ. All characters are southern and speak with southern accents (west Texas). Seeking: Juanita: 40s-50s, simple, conservative, busy, god-fearing; Mona: 30s-40s, high strung and restless, clutches desperately to the past; Young Mona: Late teens-20s, carefree southern girl clearly already obsessed with Jimmy Dean; Sissy: 30s-40s, large breasted bleach blond, charismatic, pushes the boundaries, extroverted; Young Sissy: Late teens-20s, Could roller-skate; Joe: Late teens-20s, like a young James Dean. Fit. Good looking. Hard life; Joanne: 30s-40s, classy city gal, now. Careful, elegant; Stella Mae: 30s-40s, loud, boisterous, and often obnoxious, cutting and funny; Edna Louise: 30s-40s, plain, simple, sincere, pregnant beautician. Questions: call Kristin Barber 732-208-4184 or email casting@chathamplayers.org. For more details, please visit www.chathamplayers.org/auditions.htm. [11-27]
And in case you missed the last issue, check out
www.truonline.org/AUpdate1122.htm for notices including the following (plus more)
SHAKESPEAHHH IN DELAWAHHHH…
City Theater Company in Wilmington, DE is seeking M/F, non-union, no pay for Twelfth Night. Runs 2/22-3/3. Open auditions: 12/3 and 12/4. [11-18]
NJ TEENS FOR ROALD DAHL CHOCOLATY CLASSIC
Premiere Performing Arts and Artists auditions for M/F, Teens, non-union, no pay for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. [11-18]
ACTOR 40-ISH FOR PLAY OUTSIDE PHILLY
Philly play is auditioning male 40s, non-union, no pay for My Cousin Rachel at Players Club of Swarthmore. [11-18]
NEW HOUSTON THEATER CO. SEEKS MULTI-ETHNIC ACTORS!
New urban theatre company, being established in the Houston area currently seeking actors and actresses of various ethnic backgrounds. [11/22]
EPA IN SOUDERTON PA, GUY AND GAL!
Montgomery Theater casting A Good Look at Boney Kern by Jonathan Daly AEA, paid, runs 2/14-3/10/2007. [Kill 12/22]
CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY CASTING IN NEBRASKA!
Solas Nua is currently casting 20 roles, paid, teens to early 70's both male and female. Runs 5/17-6/24, 2007 at Catholic University. Audition Dates & Times: 12/2-3. [Kill 12/3]
RIDICULOUS ... CASTING IONESCO CLOWNS IN PHILLY!
The Idiopathic Ridiculopathy Consortium is looking for non-equity clowns for March paid production of Ionesco's Victims of Duty. Auditions 12/9. [Kill date : 12/8]
PHILLY LAUNCHING HMS PINAFORE PRODUCTION!
The Savoy Company in Philly casting all leads for annual Gilbert and Sullivan production. Auditions 12/10 & 12/12 for all lead roles. Performances at the Academy of Music (June 15&16) and Longwood Gardens (6/1-2/2007). [kill date: 12/31]
ACTOR IN HIS 30S FOR STUDENT FILM!
Actor for Short Student Film at Rowan University Cinema Workshop, Glassboro NJ. Auditions 1/2, 1/3 and 1/4 from 12 noon to 4 pm. [kill date: 1/4]
Workshops/Classes
They know enough who know how to learn
~Henry Adams
NEW! PREVENT VOCAL BURNOUT!
FREE WORKSHOP FOR SINGERS & ACTORS!
Learn Simple Techniques for Easier Recovery From Vocal Stress; Vocal Endurance; Protecting Your Vocal Instrument; Increasing Performance Energy; Better Vocal Support Immediately. Includes; The BreathingRx For Singers System, lifestyle strategies and alternative wellness tips. 12/13, 5-6pm, at Ripley Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave. (X 37th Street) NYC, room 17D (Go to the 16th floor and walk up 1 flight.) With Steven Flam - ‘BreathingRx For Singers’ System. With over 29 years of experience teaching, Steven Flam has built a successful practice in New York City educating voice teachers and singers in breath support. Great for Singers with asthma or chronic vocal stress or body tension. Utilizing the new science and techniques for maximum diaphragm development in Breathing Coordination™, ‘BreathingRx For Singers’ System’s purpose is to bring complete clarity to mastering vocal breath support, naturally protecting the voice. For more information go to www.BreathingRxForSingers.com or call 917-734-3944. [11-30]
DO NOT LET THEM SEE YOU ACT!
January classes with Jagger Kaye. Acting For Beginners: $100 for 3 weeks & Comedic Acting: with a show, $160 for 5 weeks.Sundays 12-3pm, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11 at The Producers Club Theaters, 358 W.44th NYC. A course on how to begin as an actor. We will discuss the business of being an actor, Work on scripts. Prepare you to audition & most of all have FUN. Learn from a working Actor ("ED", "THE KNIGHTS OF PROSPERITY", National Commercials, Dozens of films), Writer & Director (over 28 stage shows & 2 short films). Contact: jaggerkayeclass@teacher.com. [11-18]
MAKE THEM LAUGH WITH YOU, NOT AT YOU!
New January classes with Jagger Kaye. Comedic Acting: $160 for 5 weeks of classes that end in a show! Sundays 3-6pm, 1/21, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18. Show: 2/18, 8pm at The Producers Club Theaters, 358 W.44th NYC. Learn the difference between "sketch comedy" (someone falling down) & "comedic acting" (why that person fell down). The difference between SNL & Frasier! Contact: jaggerkayeclass@teacher.com. [11-18]
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Were you shut out of the last 7 sold-out intensives? Then sign up now for Jagger’s One Day Commercial Intensive. What is the easiest way to earn your SAG card? Where can earn you thousands of dollars for one day's work? What kind of professional acting jobs are available to newcomers as well as pro's? What kind of professional work is open to unique skills & personalities? 1-day class, 12/10, 1-4pm, $30. Contact me ASAP at: CommercialClass@ aol.com. Info: www.AffordableActingClasses.com. [11-18]
GET STARTED IN COMMERCIAL PRINT WORK!
Interested in Breaking into Commercial Print? $10 off coaching for TRU actors! Commercial print is a great way for actors to make lots of money in an easy, actor-friendly way. Kate Stone can show you how to get started, and help you through the entire process- step by step. Analyzing your place in the commercial print market · clothes for castings and auditions · inventorying your wardrobe- what do you own that you can wear to castings and shoots? · Taking the right photographs for a comp card that works · choosing the right pix for your comp card · effective mailings to commercial print agencies · preparation for agent meetings· organizing and tracking income and invoices. Kate has been a professional print model and actress for over seven years. Recent print clients include Toys ‘R Us, Fisher Price, American Baby Magazine, Weight Watchers Magazine, Arrid Total Deodorant, and Harvey’s Electronics. Commerical print keeps her busy as a “day job” between acting gigs. The first 20 minute consultation is FREE, then $60 sessions are yours for $50 when you mention TRU. Email katewstone@yahoo.com or call 917.531.8523.
INTRODUCTORY SPECIAL ON THE SWEETLAND TECHNIQUE!
TRU welcomes belt voice teacher Tony Richards to NYC, and he responds with a special TRU exclusive offer: book 4 lessons, get 5th FREE. Tony is offering a special $90/lesson introductory rate to new students and will be teaching at the Camelot Building located at 45th & 8th, midtown. The Sweetland Belt Technique was developed in the 60's by Lee Sweetland of California. He taught Kay Cole, the original Maggie in A Chorus Line, to perfect the technique, which can be used in singing pop, rock, Broadway, country, opera, etc. Lee's son Stephen Sweetland teaches in NYC and has many students performing on Broadway now. Tony Richards works with the endorsement of Stephen Sweetland and will accept Sweetland students AND new students. References upon request. See http://mysite.verizon.net/tonyrichards or 212.265.2474 for info, lesson appointments.
REALITY OF DOING MEISNER IN MIDTOWN (SAVINGS FOR TRU)!
Put truth and fullness in your work... study at The Matthew Corozine Studio Theatre. Now in new home - 40-seat theater in the heart of Times Square. Ongoing classes based in Meisner Technique ... experience "the reality of doing" & finding the truth in your work. TRU members get a discount for 1st month of classes! Call Matt for discount details: 212.592.4138 or visit www.matthewcorozinestudio.com to set up an interview today.
CAREER HELP - FOR A THRIFTY THIRTY DOLLARS!
Are you a beginner or returnee
when it comes to acting?
Confused about headshots? Confused about who to mail to & what projects to accept & pursue? Taken back due to lack of experience?
If you are worried about what to do & how much everything cost, I can be a
very helpful & affordable solution.
If interested contact JKCasting@aol.com with "CAREER HELP" in
the subject line.
ACTING COACH, TRU DISCOUNT!
Jill Dalton is a professional actor/writer with over 20 years experience. Parts on Law and Order, Law and Order: Criminal Intent, Saturday Night Live, All My Children, As the World Turns, regional theater. Back from a great run of solo play My Life in the Trenches at the Kitchen Theatre. Her large Upper W. Side apartment is perfect for coaching. $50 per hour--but just $40 for TRU. 212.721.2866 or JuliaDalton@verizon.net. [7-22]
PRIVATE ONE HOUR COACHING SESSIONS
Special 10% discount for all TRU members. Great way to keep sharp over the busy winter months! Study with Roger Hendricks Simon, Director and Coach for: John Lithgow, John Travolta, James Earl Jones, Samuel L. Jackson, James Woods, Yale Rep, NY Shakespeare Fest, London's Royal Court!
As always, our group professional lab sessions continue with on-camera, scenes, monologues, Shakespeare, and more with actors, singers, writers, directors and producers. working together! Please contact ASAP for an audition and interview! RSVP with Roger: 212.841.0204 or 917.776.9209. Need more info? www.simonstudio.com or rhsstudio@hotmail.com
ACTORS! NEED AN ACTING CLASS
THAT WILL PROPEL YOUR CAREER FORWARD?
New agent-taught series of classes, with $20 off for TRU readers! Frustrated by not getting YOUR auditions? Not called back? Not comfy? Cold feet at cold reading? Wrong mologues, old monologues, or insufficiently informed, experiences, and supportive teacher? Look no further: Lewis R. Chambers (who founded The Bethel Agency nearly 38 years ago and has represented actors in all major media) plans a series of 3-4 classes during the next months. Classes (4 meetings each) Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday evenings, and Saturdays 10am-1pm. Evening class hours are flexible -- 6:00 or 6:30 PM or 7, 3 hours/class. Scene study, monologues, audition technique, cold readings and a dash of improv. Informal meetings follow most classes, enabling students to learn more about the business part of their careers. Classes (4 meetings each) are $180, non-refundable deposit of $100 to be paid ten days in advance, and balance to be paid at the first class. For more info, Mr. Chambers is at 212.864.4510, chambers_bethel@yahoo.com or BethelAgcy@aol.com
THEATRE & FILM WORKSHOP, TRU-LY DISCOUNTED!
TRU savings of $45! An on camera performance workshop from the award winning SIMON STUDIO training and production center in NYC and Poughkeepsie. Designed for actors, playwright/screenwriters and directors and producer participants and observers. Group and/or private work with Roger Hendricks Simon (director of James Earl Jones, John Lithgow, Samuel L. Jackson, NY Shakespeare Festival, Yale Rep, London's Royal Court Theatre) and film maker Daniel Simon (NYC Gotham Film Festival director) who demonstrate their unique SIMON STUDIO technique with exercises, monologues and scenes from Shakespeare to contemporary. Theatre and film Industry showcase opportunity with agents, casting directors and producers included. Flexible schedule. Cost: $195. ($150 special for TRU members!) Call 212.841.0204 for information and reservations. www.simonstudio.com
AVENUE "A" FOR "ACTING"!
Classes are forming for the winter season in Acting & Technique and Improv. A Playwrights & Directors Unit is in the works for Sunday evenings. Actors are welcome to read in these sessions. Melba LaRose, Artistic Director NY Artists Unlimited at Downeast Arts Center, 206 Avenue A. or further information: 212.242.6036 (office), 212.228.2886 (theatre), NYartunltd@aol.com, www.NYartists.org
STUDY WITH SHEILA GRAY: IT MAKES SENSE!
Acting & Sensory Classes: Basic Sensory Exercise; Wednesdays 5-7 $130 per month/ $50 per class, “no audits.” Advanced Scene & Monologue: Wednesdays 7-10, $150 per month/$50 per class and $30 to audit. (If students wish to do a relaxation they are welcome to arrive early and do so in the studio while the other class is in session.) Structured Improv: Thursdays 11-2, $150 per month/$50 per class and $30 to audit. Pay in cash upon arrival, please. Receipts available on request. Classes are at: 353 West 39th St., Rm #304, East of 9th Avenue. Need more info? Call my office at 212.787.0491 [10-1]
NEED A CHEAP CAREER COACH?
CAREER HELP - $30 only. Are you an acting beginner or veteran? Confused about headshots? Don't know who to contact; which projects to take on or pursue? Fazed by inexperience? Worried about what to do & how much it costs? This coach can help, and you can afford it. Contact JKCasting@aol.com with "CAREER HELP" in the subject.
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