News Summary
Detroit is hosting numerous casting calls for movies and short films, providing an excellent platform for aspiring and working actors. Backstage has curated a list of roles available across various productions, catering to diverse talent of all ages, body types, and identities. From short films to feature films, and even documentary series, opportunities abound to engage with the creative sectors of film and television. Detailed information regarding these casting opportunities can be found on Backstage’s website.
Detroit is currently offering a variety of casting calls for movies and short films, creating ample opportunities for aspiring and working actors. Backstage has compiled a comprehensive list of available roles, which span across different productions in the city and beyond.
This morning, Detroit residents can expect steady light rain, with showers likely continuing throughout the afternoon. The high temperature for today is projected to reach 51°F, with winds from the NNW at 15 to 25 mph. There is a 70% chance of rain, and cloudy skies will persist into the night, leading to a low of 43°F, with winds from the NW at 10 to 15 mph.
Available Casting Opportunities
Short Film Casting
Several roles are open for short films in Detroit:
- Girl (lead, female, ages 18-24) – Average hourly rate: $25
- Boy (lead, male, ages 18-24) – Average hourly rate: $25
- Winner (lead, ages 18-100) – Average hourly rate: $25
- Ari (supporting, female, ages 18-25)
- Danny (lead, male, ages 13-18)
- Coach Tyler (supporting, male, ages 30-65) – Average hourly rate: $20
- Zeke (lead, male, ages 18-30)
- Tre Blaze (supporting, female, male, gender-nonconforming, non-binary, trans male, ages 18-30)
- A.K. (lead, male, ages 18-30) – Average hourly rate: $12
Feature Film Casting
Multiple feature films are also seeking talent in various roles:
- Jessica (supporting, female, ages 30-35)
- Jay (lead, male, ages 30-35)
- Derek (lead, male, ages 30-35)
- King (lead, female, ages 18-27)
- Leo (supporting, male, ages 30-60)
- Mac Kelly (lead, male, ages 18-27) – Average hourly rate: $17
- Sam Garland (lead, non-binary, trans female, ages 18-30) – Average hourly rate: $63, nationwide casting
- Jenna (day player, ages 18-30) – Average hourly rate: $75, nationwide casting
- Raine, Nova, Cherry (leads, females, ages 24-35) – Average hourly rate: $15
Documentary Series Casting
A documentary series is also in search of talent:
- Character A – Young Man (day player, male, ages 21-27)
- Character A – Teen (day player, male, ages 14-16)
- Character B – Young Man (day player, male, ages 23-28) – Average hourly rate: $87
- Casting locations: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Scripted Show Casting
Finally, a scripted show is seeking a range of roles:
- Wedding Extra (background extra, ages 18-100)
- Dexter Smith (lead, male, non-binary, ages 13-17)
- Lola Stellar (supporting, female, ages 8-11)
Encouraging Diversity in Casting
The numerous casting calls aim to provide opportunities for individuals of all ages, body types, and identities, promoting diverse representation within the film and television industry. Each role comes with a designated average hourly rate, thus allowing talent to understand potential earnings.
For those interested in pursuing acting professionally or as a hobby, these casting calls present an exceptional chance to engage with the creative sectors of film and television. All details regarding the casting opportunities are available on Backstage’s website, ensuring that aspiring actors can easily access a range of roles that fit their profiles.
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Additional Resources
- Click on Detroit: Movies and TV Shows Casting in Detroit
- Wikipedia: Casting Call
- Eastern Progress: Movies and TV Shows Casting in Detroit
- Google Search: Casting Opportunities in Detroit
- WPST: Netflix Happy Gilmore 2 Adam Sandler
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Film Industry
- MLive: The Price is Right Holding Open Auditions in Detroit
- Google News: Detroit Film Casting
- WKFR: Netflix TV Series Casting Call Michigan
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