Casting Calls and Acting Opportunities

Thursday 6th June - 2024

18/07/24

We are currently casting for a short film that is set and will be shooting in Co. Wicklow in September 2024 and are looking for the leading role, please see the brief below:
MALE OR NONBINARY AGED 18 – EARLY 20’s,
WITH A DISTINCTIVE LOOK
MUST BE BASED IN IRELAND AND MUST BE OVER 18.
NO ACTING EXPERIENCE NEEDED.

We will be holding an open casting where anyone who fits the brief can come along, between the times below.
The details of this are:THE LAB, 1 FOLEY STREET, DUBLIN, D01 WA07on WEDNESDAY 24TH JULY 2024Any time between 2pm and 5.30pm.
The casting will involve a quick chat to camera and anyone who is successful will be asked to come along to a further audition with Sophie where they will be given a scene from the film to learn.
The role is a paid position for the successful applicant who goes on to star in the film.
Sophie Pearson Casting specialises in finding undiscovered talent, and Sophie has cast people from open calls on projects such as 'Top Boy' and 'Jojo Rabbit' alongside many others.
Email-casting@sophiepearsoncasting.com

18/05/24

Casting call for actors
PAID + meals and travel expenses
Title: Fearless - short film
Filming dates: September (date to be confirmed)
Young Leo: Young boy 7-8 years old Enthusiastic and passionate about his dreams to be an astronaut, young Leo loves space travel and yearns to discover outer space when he becomes an adult. His imagination grows even stronger with the stories his mother tells him at night before bed, when he dreams of space.

Older Leo: Young man mid 20'sSince a young age, he has been encouraged to always aim for the stars. But, reality is rough and Leo has not achieved any great feats, despite his writer aspirations. Leo is still just a normal guy, working a normal, mundane job as a cleaner and even within that field, he still aims to achieve more. Despite his vulnerable position, Leo remains positive and optimistic. Leo puts pressure on himself to succeed and live up to the expectations he imagines his mom has for him. He must learn to understand that set-backs do not mean failure, and failure is not the end of the world.

Leo's Mother: Woman late 40'sLeo’s mother has always been a supportive figure in Leo’s life, encouraging him to aim for the stars and believe that he can achieve anything as long as he puts his mind to it. She is a sweet and caring woman that has a lot of love for her son, showing her motherly tenderness when she knows that he needs it the most. You yourself decide your own destiny. Unlike Leo, her life is him and his happiness is her happiness.

Leo's boss: Man 40'sThe boss is a typical, corporate manager that plays fake to keep his employees content, but switches up as soon as he has nothing to gain from you. He is completely unaware and clueless in any social situation, navigating them clumsily. Some might think the boss’ main concern is to keep the budget in check, but it is rather to try and be likable and seem like he really is there for his employees when they need him.
Please submit a reel and headshots to Chrisjlyons7@gmail.com

06/06/24

Video shoot for a new apartment complex in Dublin 8. We are looking for 5-6 actors and 10-15 extras to participate in a lifestyle shoot (no speaking required) more like a commercial shoot that showcases the amenities in the complex. It would be a full day shoot, likely into the evening to get sunset/evening skylines from the rooftop terraces. Our budget is approx. €250-300 for the full day for each of the 5-6 actors and then we will need to agree a rate for the extras once we have the full schedule for the day and when they will be needed.
The audience profile for this complex is male and female late 20's to early 30's with a diverse ethnicity as we expect there to be a mix of Irish and overseas residents.
We hope to have the shoot in the next 2-3 weeks, weather dependant.
Is this something your members would have an interest in? If yes, can you please ask them to reach out to me directly. -Martinique@invoke.ie




06/06/24

STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW- New parts

Hawkins, 1959: a regular town with regular worries. Young Jim Hopper’s car won’t start, Bob Newby’s sister won’t take his radio show seriously and Joyce Maldonado just wants to graduate and get the hell out of town. When new student Henry Creel arrives, his family finds that a fresh start isn’t so easy… and the shadows of the past have a very long reach.

Brought to life by a multi-award-winning creative team, who take theatrical storytelling and stagecraft to a whole new dimension, this gripping new adventure will take you right back to the beginning of the Stranger Things story – and may hold the key to the end.



CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:

HENRY CREEL

Playing age 14-16. Male. White. Must be 18+.

A high school freshman. Henry is a natural born loner hiding a terrible secret, but though evil lurks within him, so does the spirit of the boy he once was. Curious, savagely loyal, and above all, desperate for connection. He is caught in the middle, locked in a battle for his own soul. Henry Creel is a key character in the show, and we are looking for actors who can bring depth and authenticity to the role. Must be able to do a flawless US accent.

PATTY NEWBY Playing age 14-16. Female. Black or mixed-race. Must be 18+. Must be an incredible singer.
A high school freshman. Between bullies at school and her oppressive father, she has developed a quick wit and a thick skin, but dreams of escaping her small town.

JOYCE MALDONADOPlaying age 17-18. Female. White. Must be 18+.
Joyce is a teenage slacker who in all things dances to the beat of her own drum. Some might call her chaotic, but the truth is she outgrew school long ago. That is until, on the verge of graduating, she realizes she can use school to help her escape her small town. Joyce knows her own mind and has an authority built on not caring if she fits in. She knows she’s destined for bigger things, but fears this might be her last chance to break free.

JAMES HOPPER JR.Playing age 17-18. Male. White. Must be 18+.
He has a fractured relationship with his father and can’t wait to get out of his shadow and leave the small town he grew up in. Independent, often left to his own devices, he can come across as arrogant and cynical, and has plenty of girlfriends. Alpha male though has a good heart underneath.

BOB NEWBYPlaying age 17-18. Male. White. Must be 18+.
Bob is a good and very smart student. A sheltered teenager, he has a natural earnestness and naivety. Less experience around girls. Never lacking in enthusiasm, and a real sound geek, Bob is particularly passionate and proud of his role as a DJ.

Email-poppy@jessicaronane.com

13/05/2024

Casting Call- The Dead Letter Office, October 2024

Seeking actor comfortable portraying Syrian heritage

We are delighted to announce a casting call for the 2024 touring production of "The Dead Letter Office" by Mary-Lou McCarthy, directed by Emily Foran and produced by Once Off Productions.

"The Dead Letter Office" is a play for young audiences aged 9+ that explores migration through an engaging and beautiful story about belonging and loss, and the different ways we find to connect with each other. There are two characters onstage during the play, Elizabeth and Hassan, and we are casting for the role of Hassan.

The role of Hassan:

Gender: Any

Ethnicity: An actor comfortable playing a character with Syrian heritage

Age: 25+

Accent: It is an English speaking role with some phrases in Arabic.

Character description: Hassan is a Museum Curator from Palmyra, in Syria, and is curious, ambitious, and passionate about objects and their potential to tell stories.

Casting Note:

In the original production Hassan was identified as a male character, however the casting brief is opening up, and this role is no longer gender specific. We are looking to cast the right actor for the production who has experience or a keen interest in performing for young audiences.

The story of "The Dead Letter Office":

Elizabeth is a Dead Letter Detective and knows everything there is to know about lost post. She loves her job… but people don’t send letters anymore. Days before the enforced closure of her beloved Dead Letter Office, a mysterious package arrives. Faced with the most difficult mystery of her career, Elizabeth is forced to make life-changing decisions to solve her final case.

Audition Information:

If called for an audition, an audition piece will be given to prepare, and a self-tape will be requested.

Touring information:

The production will start rehearsals in Westport, Co. Mayo in mid-September 2024, and will commence a 4-week national tour in October 2024. Full equity payment, accommodation and per diems will be provided. For any questions regarding audition access or touring access needs please contact the production at: thedeadletterproject@gmail.com

Female Roles for Stranger Things- The First Shadow

If you are interested in being considered for a female role in the production, please check the required criteria:

PATTY NEWBY Female. Black or mixed raced. Playing age 14. Must be over 18. Must have an incredible singing voice.

JOYCE MALDONADO Female. White. Playing age 17-18. Must be over 18.

If you meet this criteria, please complete this GOOGLE APPLICATION FORM. Submissions sent via email without an application form will not be considered.

29/03/24

Project Title: Sex Comedy

Project Type: Graduate Short Film

Project Synopsis: “Two unhappy young people meet by chance and spend a

night together, before reality bites. It can’t really end like this, can it?”

Filmmakers Bio: My name is Ben Moore, I have been making fiction and

non-fiction shorts for the last few years, most of which are available on

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channe...

I am in my final year of Film and Broadcasting at TU Dublin, directing and

producing this graduate short film. In the past, I have worked professionally as

a video editor; in a residential capacity at Tinpot Productions and in a

freelance capacity. My prior work has been screened at the Louth

International Film Festival and the Mermaid Arts Centre Bray.

Budget: We are currently in the early stages of crowdfunding the film, in

addition to looking into various sponsorships. We cannot specify an exact

number at this time.

Audition Date: We are happy to invite any interested parties to forward a

self-tape of the attached script excerpt to the email address below, performing

one of the two lead roles. We will then compile a shortlist for in-person

callbacks in late March and early April.

Shoot Dates: We are looking at four days in late April, specifics dependent

on ongoing talks with the owners of locations in which we are looking to film.

Actors Fees/ Expenses: Travel expenses covered; food/drink provided. Fees

will be paid, with a rate to be settled on correlating to the film’s final budget.

Contact Details: properbenmoore@gmail.com

Character Breakdowns:

STEVEN (20s)

An extra in his own story. Frustrated with his job, his country, his whole life.

Steven is anger masquerading as apathy, a vessel on autopilot with

occasional flashes of humanity, and yet... there is still a flicker of a flame

somewhere inside. A chance meeting with a stranger compels him to break

his cycle.

RÓISÍN (20s)

Going through the motions, drudging through life, Róisín persists. She makes

the effort but struggles to connect. Present for the function but absent for the

drinks after. Older than she ever thought she’d be, deeply unhappy, and yet...

in moments there are glances of more, whisperings.

7/04/24

CASTING

CALL

A Little Heart- The Puppet Musical

(A work-in-progress, workshop presentation)

Writer/ Director: Cillian O Donnachadha

Music and Lyrics: John McClarnon

Biscuits For Breakfast Theatre Company, in co-production with the Civic Theatre, seeks 4 Musical Theatre performers to develop and present a Workshop Presentation of A Little Heart- The Puppet Musical.

Workshop Presentation (Work-in-Progress)

• Workshop Dates: 6^th May- 11^th May 2024 (incl. Bank Holiday Monday)
• Fee: €850 for the week.
• Cast: 3 female-identifying actors, 1 male-identifying actor
• Rehearsals: 6^th May- 9^th May 2024 (incl. Bank Holiday Monday)
• Workshop Presentation: 10^th May 2024, 2 showcases @11am and 1:30pm, 11^th May 2024, 2 showcases @ 11am and 2pm

***All Actors must live in Dublin or have a Dublin base***

Audition Information

• All applicants are asked to submit via SELF-TAPE. We ask that all submissions be sent to cillianod1@gmail.com before 5 pm, on Thursday 11th April 2024

Each Self-Tape should include:

• An ident.
• 1 scene of the character that suits them best ( based on the character breakdown attached)
• 1 verse and 1 chorus of a song of their choice (based on the character breakdown attached)

Attached to this email you will find:

• A Little Heart Workshop Casting Call: This form has:

- Character Breakdown: Anna, Mum/Angie, Dad/ Gilli, Denny/Bargo - Notes on Musical genre for each character for audition
- Notes and advice on audition and self-tape

• Denny Sides (auditioning for Denny/ Bargo)
• Angie Sides (auditioning for Mum/ Angie)
• Dad/ Anna Sides (auditioning for Dad and or Anna)

If you have any queries please email me at cillianod1@gmail.com or call me on the numbers below. We look forward to your submissions.

9/04/24

The Ombudsman for Children’s Office is seeking storytelling support for our Child Talks event which takes place every year to mark World Children’s Day. We are looking for someone who can work with us to help children turn an issue into a story that they can deliver in front of a large audience at the Helix in Dublin. This would be a three year contract to work with us on an ongoing basis. Email -Aoife.Carragher@oco.ie

9/4/24

Pickles by EITC is an innovative Theatre-In-Education company that tours throughout France and Belgium. It promotes the English language in secondary schools through performing plays and providing workshops for pupils.

Tour from October 2024 to May 2025

Profile of candidate:

- native English speaker

- trained actor

- age range: 20 to 30

- dynamic and versatile (wide variety of roles in our plays)

- genuine motivation

- team player

- an interest in touring around Europe (France and Belgium)

Dates:

Rehearsals: from September 30th to November 8th, 2024

Tour: from November 2024 to May 2025.

=> 1 week holiday every 6 to 8 weeks of tour (except for Christmas: 2 week break)

=> Monday to Friday shows, during school hours

Terms and conditions:
- Rehearsals: 40€/day

- Tour: average of about 1500€/month (40€/show). The company secures an average of about 8 to 12 shows a week.

After having completed an full tour (from October to late May), an extra bonus of 1 000€ will be added to the final invoice.
Note: Accommodation + Transport paid by the company during the rehearsals and while on tour.

Audition process:
Interview: Zoom video call

Audition: Zoom video call

Email- casting@eitc.fr

Xavier Hock & Christine Beziat

10/04/24

Play requires two actors - male and female - both in their twenties. It is a dark comedy and is scheduled for 6th - 9th of June.The participants would be paid normal rates. Email-b8prunty@gmail.com for more info