CASTINGS – Acting, Arts & Media opportunities in JUNE…

 

THIS MONTH’S castings include opportunities in England, Ireland and overseas – with major brands among the major players looking for talent.

Actors, musicians, singers, dancers, performers, models, reporters, presenters, speciality acts, extras, technical staff and audience members are all needed.

Check out the list below…

 

ACTORS 40+

Stills shoot and promo video for Tourism Ireland.

The rates are 120 per day.

Looking for 7 people (40 – 50 ) to play a group of friends or couples on holiday in Ireland . You’ll visit various landmarks as “tourists” .

Dates: July 27, 28 or July 4, 5 with a possible shoot on last week of July

Dublin Base preferred

Experience not essential but you must feel comfortable in front of the camera .

Males x 3

Age 40-50

The guys should have an outdoorsy look , clean shaven, no visible tattoos or beards,natural hair colour

Females x4

The women shold also have an outdoorsy look with no visible tattoos

Please send a recent photo (headshot and if possible full body shot) and a little bit about yourself, hobbies etc to

clairefrilly@gmail.com

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EDITORIAL LIFESTYLE REPORTER…

Mashable is seeking a highly-motivated and creative lifestyle reporter to join its small, but fast-growing UK team. This person will be the first dedicated hire under our lifestyle vertical in the London office and will write about UK style, beauty, food, interiors, health, fitness, relationships and other topics.

http://mashable.theresumator.com/ /Editorial-Lifestyle-Repo

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DANCERS….

Open call for dancers- White Christmas- Tuesday June 30

New Lyric Operatic Company are opening it’s doors to the growing dance community and offering participation in it’s next big project. The Northern Irish Premiere of White Christmas. Incorporating Tap, Jazz Ballet and more..

Come and join the company onstage this November in the Grand Opera House *you must be 16 or over*

Show runs November 17 – 21 with matinee performances on Thursday 19 and Saturday 21.

 

https://docs.google.com/ /1ST2aGWa3N9HLS3ro8EGFX6I /viewform

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OPEN MUSICAL AUDITION…

Priscilla Tour UK Ltd

2015/2016 UK & European TOUR

Thursday June 18, 2015

at Dragon Hall

Covent Garden

17 Stukeley Street

London,

WC2B 5LT

10am to start at 10.30am

Please be prepared to wait.

Looking for the lead male role of

ADAM (FELICIA)

Must have excellent dance and vocal skills (strong rock tenor is essential) and muscular physique

Must be prepared to start in late July for 1 year contract.

Please wear close fitting dance clothes and jazz trainers, and bring heels if you have them.

Prepare one up tempo pop song, and bring photo,

CV and sheet music. No backing tracks.

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DRAMA FACILITATOR…

Kerry County Council is looking for a professional theatre practitioner to lead a programme in secondary schools in the Killarney Municipal District for 15 weeks.

The successful applicant will be asked to stimulate greater awareness of the potential for theatre to reflect, challenge and engage young people as citizens of this Republic. The focus will be on providing young people with the tools and confidence to create socially engaged theatre.

Please email arts@kerrycoco.ie to register interest and receive further details.

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SINGERS…

Want to join a boy band, girl group or mixed act

Auditions with Groupboxx are coming soon!

Sign-up at http://groupboxx.thefamouscompany.com/apply-to-audition/

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AUDITION NOTICE…

RED ALCHEMY THEATRE COMPANY presents LISTEN TO MY HEART: The Songs of David Friedman

Auditions: Monday June 22, 2015

Venue: The Rathmines & Rathgar Hall, 67-69 Rathmines Road Upper, Rathmines

Requirements: Two songs of your own choice one character, one ballad. Please bring your CV, headshot and appropriate sheet music for your song choices.

Performances: Opening performance at the John Field Room, National Concert Hall, on Wednesday, September 9, 2015, with further performances at venues nationwide (dates to be confirmed)

Director: Christine Scarry; Musical Director: David Wray Contact: chris@redalchemy.ie

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YOUNG DANCERS…

Centre for Advanced Training Annual Audition

Dance4’s Centre for Advanced Training invites young people aged 11-17 years with exceptional potential in dance to audition for the the scheme for a September 2015 intake. The audition is an opporunity to demonstrate potential by taking part in a practical contemporary dance class and a creative workshop in front of a selection panel.

The audition is FREE to attend but an application form must be completed and returned before the Deadline below to reserve your place.

To apply please complete the application form attached and return to cat@dance4.co.uk or post to,

College Street Centre, College Street, Nottingham, NG1 5AQ

For any further enquiries please phone 0115 9410773

Application Deadline: Thursday June 18, 2015 12pm

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BUTLINS…

Male & Female Performers required at our Bognor Regis & Skegness Resorts to join our team with an immediate start

Applicants must be able to:

Dance, Sing and Character act.

Please bring a CV and photograph with two contrasting pop songs on backing track or sheet music. Be prepared to dance and act too.

Audition June 18, 2015, Registration 10am, Butlin s, Upper Bognor Rd, Bognor Regis, West Sussex PO21 1JJ

Please register your interest by emailing Ben.Cowens@bourne-leisure.co.uk

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EXTRAS WANTED FOR TV…

Looking for extras to feature on TG4 s new musical comedy drama series EIPIC.

Filming will take place in the Woodford area, Galway from July 6

August 14.

EXTRA S CASTING DAY will take place in Mercy College,

Woodford on Monda June 22 from 10am 3pm

****ACTORS FOR UK TVC…

Date of Casting: Casting Friday June 19 London

The Deaf Couple shoot June 29

Stills shoot June 30

Arrive on June 28, a day earlier for Sign language rehearsals

Father/daughter: Shoot September 2/ Stills shoot September 3

RATES per person

Shoot fees 400 per 12 hour day + 20%

Travel/rest/down/rehearsal days 200 per day + 20%

Over-time after 12 hours 80 per hour + 20%

Child Rates 200 + 20%

Travel/rest/down/rehearsal days 100 +20%

Chaperone 100 per day

( no audition fees)

Buyouts

TV rates based on PMA agreements

1-year TV Austria 200%

Internet 100% Austrian sites

Print Billboards & online Austria only

All rates + 20% agency fee

Flights / hotel / per deims on top /Coach class only

PLEASE READ BEFORE SUGGESTING FOR ANY ROLES

Theses are going to be a very special spots.

At this stage they will air in Austria only .

Looking for amazing actors for this one .

A lot of improv will be required in the casting session.

Film 1

Speaking without words ( aka The Deaf Couple )

Male & female actors to play a mid 20 s early 30 s couple.

Looking for actors that are amazing at improv

Our couple lives in a trendy apartment in the city.

In the spot we see a couple that are not speaking two each other as they having a silly argument.

We see them sit in silence then they break the silence by

(1 of them happens to be deaf ) both signing to each other.

There are 3 ways we can cast this

1. We would like suggestions from as many actors that happen to be deaf or hard of hearing

2. Or actors that have the ability to pick up sign language fast.

3. actors that have done some signing in the past

We will have a signing coach at rehearsals

Every suggest must have a note on the performers skills.

We would like to know if the performers is deaf or can sign or is hearing & fast learner.

Suggestions without requested information we will not be able to see for this casting.

Please email suggestions to mark@marksummers.com

Please read the brief fully before suggesting.

Subject line: Spot number / role name

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BROADCAST JOURNALIST…

Midlands 103 is looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking broadcast journalist to join its award winning news team.

The ideal candidate should have at least one year s on-air experience, a strong broadcasting voice, a keen knowledge of local and national current affairs, the ability to write scripts, edit audio and file stories to tight deadlines and a full driving licence.

Experience in using Burli would be an advantage.

Anyone interested in the position should apply before Friday June 26.

Please send a CV, demo and cover letter by email to headofnews@midlandsradio.fm

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I am hungry

We see a busy dad at home of the sofa at home having a business call.

We see his 6-year-old daughter running around trying to get his attention, as she wants a snack from her dad.

Dad

Actor Late 30 s early -40 s ( healthy not to old looking)

(Please stick to the playing age)

There is 1 line in German

Every suggestion must Please state if he speaks German or not. If not we can teach him. Any suggestions without this information we will be unable to see for this casting

Daughter playing age 6 -8 ( older if they can play younger)

Only suggest your very best child actors. This is not a modeling job .

Think of the sort of sprit of child from the movie Little miss sunshine .

This does not mean she needs to look like her !

Don t suggest shy children or children that are not child actors.

Mother

Late 30 s early 40 s (please stick to the playing ages)

Please email suggestions to mark@marksummers.com

Please read the brief fully before suggesting.

Subject line: Spot number / role name. Once again don t forget the request information

Suggestion ASAP by Weds June 17

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BOYS…

Are you male aged between 13-16

Are you vain & love the way you look

Casting for C4 documentary

Email: peter.wallis-tayler@voltage.tv

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UK HAIR MODELS…

Female Models Required for Haircutting Tutorial DVD

We are a very talented team of hair designers based in south London.

Filming in partnership with a production company a hair tutorial DVD. We are on the second date of this project and we are looking for suitable models to progress .

This Is a paid job, 100 pounds for the day, offering also the opportunity for extra work as a presentation model after the launch of the DVD.

http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/

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HOCKEY PLAYERS…

Urgently need field hockey teams aged 16 – 19 years of age. Ideally with a mixture of different races.

It will probably be one or two days. Possibly June 30 and July 1 (TBC).

Location will likely be Clonskeagh, Dublin 14 (southside).

How to apply:

(1) Send an email to AdvertCasting@MovieExtras.ie with the subject line HOCKEY TEAM

(2) If possible include a team photo

(3) Include the ethnic breakdown of the team

(4) Include a key contact mobile number

Enquiries should be referred to: Derek Quinn

Email: advertcasting@movieextras.ie

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UK ACTORS…

Stream Lyric Theatre Company

Actor (24-30 yrs) required to play DAVID, a Cambridge student diagnosed with bipolar disorder, for forthcoming South-East tour of MENTAL Play.

This is a new play by emerging writer-director Tamsin Flower. It will tour to London (CPT) and also Peterborough, Oxford, Colchester & Norwich (Summer/Autumn 2015), pending further ACE funding.

The company will be paid at a daily ITC standard rate for performances and a flat weekly rate for rehearsals. Must be available for rehearsals on August 12 – 23.

Please send expressions of interest and a CV to Ida at mentalplaycontact@gmail.com

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UK ACTORS…

Magic Memories

Attention all actors we are casting for the role of Sailor at our SEALIFE London Aquarium site.

A sales photography company is looking to create a new Sailor character in order to make our capture and sales areas even more interactive over the school holidays.

You will use your acting talents to bring the deep sea to the Thames and add to the guest experience by assisting our photographers in capturing outstanding photos.

You will then reengage with guests as they leave to support the sales of our souvenir photo books at the end of their visit.

Full/part time fully flexible positions. Must be available to work weekends.

Competitive pay + commission, for more details email your CV to dorota.adamus@magicmemories.com

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LOOKING FOR COMPETENT RIDERS FOR A HIGH END MOTORCYCLE BRAND…

Looking for MEN & WOMEN who are competent motorcycle riders.

20 40 years old

Interesting characters, good energy, cool, funky looking, can be beardy hipsters, strong & muscular (for men), can be alternative looking (tattoos are welcome), generally in good shape.

With a passion and love for motorcycles!

Men up to 6 0 tall; Women up to 5 8 tall NO TALLER

 

Shoot dates:June 27 & 28, July 11 & 12 and July 18 & 19 (1 or 2 day shoot, not all of the dates)

Meeting the client: June 24 in Central London

Shoot locations: Bedford, Surrey & Central London

Fees: 500 per person per shoot day (10 hour working day) paid in cash on the day of the shoot

 

Open casting sessions in Central London in the next couple of weeks. We are also accepting photographs of riders in their gear, on the bike and some plain head shots / full length shots.

If this is you or someone you know please get in touch via email: kate@kateandloucasting.com

Make sure you include your NAME, CONTACT NUMBER, PHOTOGRAPHS of yourself (as per above) & your AVAILABILITY over the shoot dates. We would then get in touch to arrange for you to attend our casting session or we will submit your photographs directly to the client.

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PROMOTIONAL MODELS…

Lsh promotions and modelling may need reliable professional promotional models for Kell’s road races 20th and 21st and Mondello Park the 21st June.

Paid work with High profile client and highly likely to be published in international magazine from event.

Please email lshpromotionsandmodelling@Gmail.com height, size location (if you drive) and also experience and images.

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TATTOOED SINGER…

The Inkdolls UK are looking for a Tattooed female singer for a new tv show, management & track ready.

Get in touch E: info@theinkdolls.com

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TV AUDIENCE…

Miriam O’Callaghan returns for the eleventh series of her hugely successful summer chat show.

The programme will be broadcast every Saturday night from June 20 to August 8, 2015. This year, the show will be a unique and lively mix of the latest in entertainment, show-biz, sports, current affairs, music and human interest and we promise a bigger, more stylish and more enjoyable run than ever

Viewers can expect to see Miriam interview top Irish and international guests, her usual warmth, curiosity and incisiveness bringing out the very best they can offer.

Tickets are non-transferable. Photo ID may be requested.

To apply, click on the link below

http://www.rte.ie/ /audiencepa /saturdaynightwithmiriam.html

Email: saturdaynight@rte.ie

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JUDGE RINDER…

ITV are currently casting for a new reality daytime show.

Feel free to get in touch – elisha.mansuroglu@itv.com

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ASIAN & AFRICAN….

URGENTLY need people of Asian & African Ethnicity (non Caucasian looking) for some big shooting days on one of our major productions starring A List actors. The production is set in Washington but shooting in Dublin.

Looking for both males and females of all ages and sizes, no experience required!!

MANDATORY – If you are from outside the EEA, you MUST be able to prove your Right to Work in Ireland – see www.movieextras.ie/noneeamembers for more information.

If you are already a member of MovieExtras.ie there is no need to apply. Priority will always be given to members.

If you wish to be considered, please email the following information to AdvertCasting@MovieExtras.ie

1. Subject line – Asian & African Casting

2. Include a Head & Shoulders photo and a long shot which MUST have being taken within the last MONTH

3. Date of birth

4. Contact details

5. Proof of your right to work (scans of documents acceptable) – see www.movieextras.ie/noneeamembers

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS IF YOU ARE CAUCASIAN

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FAIRY GODMOTHER…

Have you ever wanted to be a Fairy Godmother in Training at the Disney Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

This is an opportunity to join a unique team, so you ll have a passion for story telling with an attention to detail and wanting to start your career with the Disney Store.

This position falls within the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and applicants will be required to disclose all spent and unspent convictions as a condition of employment. The position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Please note that for reasons of dramatic authenticity, it is considered that being female is an occupational requirement for this role. Accordingly the position is exempt under schedule 9, paragraph 1, of the Equality Act 2010.

If successful, you ll be rewarded with a competitive salary, great benefits and the opportunity to work for a market leading global brand.

To apply, please email us your CV with salary expectations to TDS.UK.HR.Team@disney.com quoting the reference above

Closing date for all applications is Friday June 19, 2015

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EXPECTANT MUMS…

Channel4 looking for expectant mums due this summer with grand birth plans for a new documentary.

Email natalie@broadbeanmedia.co.uk

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PRESENTERS…

The Lincs FM Group has eight radio stations across Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and Rutland, with offices in Lincoln, Hull and Doncaster.

Lincs FM (Lincoln) and KCFM (Hull) are looking for new freelance presenters to present both live shows and also record links for automation.

Readers will need a good voice and experience in running a busy news desk, while reporters will have news gathering skills and an understanding of truly local radio.

If this sounds like you, then please email a demo of recent work to: Sam Heywood, Programme Manager, at sheywood@lincsfmgroup.co.uk