Friday, July 31, 2009
Non-union TV Audition Today
They need caucasian men and women, ages 25 to 65. It is for a non-union commercial for a Medical company.
You must have acting experience and you must have your own transportation to Portland, Maine on August 4th.
Job shoots Aug. 4th in Portland, Maine, and pays very well, (plus mileage and tolls).
If interested and available, email your headshot and resume to ashley@bostoncasting.com. If chosen, they will email you a confirmation. If chosen, bring a headshot and resume to the audition.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Photo Double for Brendan Fraser
They are looking for someone 6'2-6'4, and need someone who closely matches Brendan.
If you think you are a good match and are available tomorrow, send a photo to Ashley@bostoncasting.com.
Include your photo, height, weight, and contact info in your email.
Identical Twin Girls for The Town
This is for work in Ben Affleck's movie, The Town.
The job is well-paid and will last several days, sometime between August 31st and November 3rd.
If you know twin girls who are appropriate and available, and whose parents would be interested, and who'd be available very soon for an audition in Boston, as well as the shooting dates in Boston, then:
Email a photo and any details, including a contact phone number, to matt@cpcasting.com.
Boys & Girls for The Fighter
If interested and available to be in Lowell, MA today, send photo and contact info to Victoria@bostoncasting.com.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Singles Needed for Reality Show "The Spachelor"
The men should like to cook!
You must be available Friday, July 31, as well as 3 days either the week of August 11thth or August 18.
If you are single, mid- to late-20s, and available for the above dates, e-mail a photo and phone number to julie@bostoncasting.com by 4PM Thursday, July 30th.
Non-Union Extras Needed for Rock Video
It doesn't pay, but it could be fun if you go with your friends.
Open Call
Friday, July 31, 2009 at 9AM
Club Cafe
209 Columbus Avenue
Boston, MA 02116
Come wearing black, grey, silver or gold colors. Dress as if you are going to a rock nightclub or rock concert.
Time Commitment: 9AM to 5PM
For questions, contact Andrea Weeder , Balboni Communications Group, 978-535-0704 Ext. 2.
Casting Men Who Appear to Have No Neck!
This job will pay very well!
Email a photo and contact info to angela@bostoncasting.com.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
"The Fighter" - 15yr old Lowell Boys and Girls
If interested and available to be in Lowell, MA today, send photo and contact info to victoria@bostoncasting.com.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Casting Fit Men with Mullets & Long Hair
Character #1
Male, 30- to 40-years old, with a mullet haircut. Must be in top physical condition.
Character #2
Male, 6' 2" to 6' 5" with long hair and a goatee. Must be in top physical condition.
Union or non-union - both okay
If this is you, or someone you know, email a photo and contact number/s to Angela@BostonCasting.com.
If chosen, Boston Casting will contact you with additional details.
Exotic Dancers for Principal Roles
Dancers for featured, principal speaking roles in Ben Affleck's movie,
The Town.
This is for one day of work in Boston, probably in mid-September, and
it's well-paid (a small, 1-day speaking role probably pays at least
$1,500).
There will be nudity required in this scene.
If you, or someone you know, is appropriate for this role, interested,
and available for an audition in Boston within the next few days, as
well as for the shooting date in mid-September, please email your
name, experience, photo, and contact phone number/s to
matt@cpcasting.com.
Your photo should be a full body shot showing you in a swimsuit, or
similar, like a "first song" outfit.
FAQ - How to Work as a Background Extra in a Movie
What's a background extra?
What's a typical day like for an extra?
Who can be an extra, and how?
Do extras get paid?
Can extras meet the stars or attend the premier?
What's a background extra? Background extras play people in the background of a movie scene. If a scene takes place at noon on Newbury St., it must be full of people who fit in there--students, shoppers, a musician, a cabbie etc. Background extras play these parts, but they don't do much. They might pass the main actors during a street scene, or drink a fake beer during a bar scene. Even if extras appear to be talking, they're usually just mouthing the words without any sound.
What's an extra's day like? Extras do their own hair, wardrobe and make-up before arriving on the set for a 14-hour day, as early as 5:00 a.m. Extras will then find out how much additional help they'll get with styling--sometimes a lot, sometimes none! There will be an area called "holding," where the extras spend most of their time. Rules say the actors must be fed regularly. There will be enough food and drink, and it will probably be good! An extra's time actually acting ranges from 0 to a couple hours, so bring something to amuse yourself, like books or work.
Can I be an extra, and how? Almost anyone can be an extra, though not in every movie! Your best bet is to respond promptly to the local casting calls, and to be available on short-notice and for long days. Have a friend take a nice, clean close-up photo of you. You don't need to look like a model. It's more important that your photo really looks like you. You can upload your photo to casting agents like Boston Casting, or print and send in size-cards and photos to agents like C.P. Casting.
There are lots of movies filming in Boston; it's a small city; you're likely to be hired. Once hired, be punctual, prepared, and good-natured, and you're likely to find more work. Subscribe to Beantown Scoop's RSS feed and check out our casting links to stay on top of the latest casting opportunities! If you are lucky, you might even be cast in a speaking role!
Do extras get paid? Yes. Non-union extras usually make $8 to $10 dollars per hour. Since there's so much activity right now in Boston, some non-union extras are getting union waivers, and earning $200 to $300 per day. If you are cast in even a very small speaking role, you will earn at least around $1,000 per day!
Can background extras meet the stars and attend the premier? Nope! Extras can get kicked off the set just for talking to the stars! Your name won't make it into the credits, either! If you're in it for fame, you'll be disappointed, but if you want a new experience that may lead to more, then go for it!
Friday, July 24, 2009
Non-union Extras Needed Tonight for Grown Ups
Non-union extras are needed to work tonight, Friday, July 24th, starting at 7:30PM, in Essex, MA
This is for the film Grown Ups.
If you are interested, non-union, and available to work all night tonight, email untitled.rpm@gmail.com.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Young (18+) Hispanic Extras for The Fighter
In order to be considered, you must be available the whole day without conflict, and able to travel to Lowell in the early morning.
You MUST INCLUDE a RECENT PHOTO, YOUR FULL NAME, and the BEST PHONE NUMBER AT WHICH TO REACH YOU. Any submissions that lack one of these three items will be disregarded. Boston Casting will be in contact with those selected later this week.
If you would like to be considered, send an email to thefightercasting@gmail.com.
Young (18+) Hispanic Extras for The Fighter
Boston Casting is looking for young hispanic extras (18-23) to work on The Fighter on Tuesday, July 28th.
In order to be considered you must be available the whole day without conflict and able to travel to Lowell in the early morning.
If you would like to be considered, please send an email to thefightercasting@gmail.com.
You MUST INCLUDE a RECENT PHOTO, YOUR FULL NAME, and the BEST PHONE NUMBER AT WHICH TO REACH YOU. Any submissions that lack one of these three items will be disregarded. We will be in contact with those selected later this week.
PLEASE NO CALLS!! Our lines are overwhelmed this week. If we intend to use you we will call you.
Please express your interest by emailing Boston Casting at thefightercasting@gmail.com.
Chuck Slavin Requests Support for New England Film!
Chuck Slavin has an important message for all supporters of New England Film:
"Please use this message to find your Legislators easily and make at least one phone call! Ask your family and friends to call, and please pass this along! [Use the "Share" button at right. -Ed.]
The future of film in this region rests on all our shoulders!
The New England Film Movement has already begun!
Massachusetts Residents Please Call and Thank your Local Legislators for supporting Film.
House Clerk: 617 722 2356
Senate Clerk: 617 722 1276
Ask for your local Representative or Senator. We need to show them we support their efforts!
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Maine Residents Please Call and Tell your Local Legislators to Support Film Tax Credits.
House Clerk: (207) 287-1400
Senate Clerk: (207) 287-1540
Ask for your local Representative or Senator. We need to show them we
support their efforts!
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Vermont Residents Please Call and Tell your Local Legislators to Support Film Tax Credits.
House Clerk: 802-828-2247
Senate Clerk: 802-828-3806
Ask for your local Representative or Senator. We need to show them we support their efforts!
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New Hampshire Residents Please Call and Tell your Local Legislators to Support Film Tax Credits.
House Clerk:(603) 271-2548
Senate Clerk: (603) 271-3420
Ask for your local Representative or Senator. We need to show them we
support their efforts!
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Connecticut Residents Please Call and Thank your Local Legislators for supporting Film Tax Credits.
House Clerk: 860-240-0400
Senate Clerk: 860-240-0500
Ask for your local Representative or Senator. We need to show them we
support their efforts!
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Rhode Island Residents Please Call and Tell your Local Legislators to end The Film Tax Incentive Cap!
House Clerk: (401) 222-2258
Senate Clerk: (401) 222-6625
Ask for your local Representative or Senator. We need to show them we
support their efforts!!!
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*For Extra Credit ask to meet with your legislator!*
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Monday, July 20, 2009
Football Players for Non Union Commercial
Boston Casting is seeking non-union, pro, semi-pro, and college football players.
Must be 20- to 35-years old and have played within the last 3- to 5-years, and be in excellent physical condition.
They are looking for all kinds of players, including kickers and receivers.
This is for a nonunion commercial that will shoot on July 30th or July 31st.
The job pays $700 for the day.Only serious candidates will be considered.
Email a regular photo and/or a football photo, with height, weight, experience, contact phone numbers, and email to angela@bostoncasting.com.
Cambodian and Asian Extras for The Fighter
We are particularly looking for children and elderly people.
If selected, you must be able to work on the movie for a full day. If you have any conflicts during the day for which you are selected, we will not be able to use you.
Please forward this message along to anyone who may be appropriate and interested.
If you are interested in being considered, please send an email to thefightercasting@gmail.com.
Additionally, if you speak Khmer, please indicate so on your submission.
We will be in touch with those selected later this week. Please do not call the office to check in. Our lines are overwhelmed with heavy call volume. We will be in touch.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Cars Prior 1993
Please email angela@bostoncasting.com make model year and color of your car w/ your contact info.
SAG cars prior 1993
Boston Casting is seeking SAG actors who have cars prior to 1993, no black or white cars, to work tomorrow Friday 7/17/09 in the film "The Fighter" shooting in the Lowell area.
Precision driving experience a plus.
Please email angela@bostoncasting.com make model year and color of your car w/ your contact info.
Please put your SAG number in the subject.
SAG Extras Needed on The Fighter
If you are not already committed to any other projects, and are available to work a 12-hour day in Lowell, email AARON@BOSTONCASTING.COM.
Include your SAG number in the subject line.
If needed, you will receive an email from Boston Casting, with call time and location, by midnight tonight.
18+ only!
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
SAG work 7/16/09 The Fighter
PLEASE PUT YOUR SAG NUMBER IN THE SUBJECT.
If chosen you will recieve an email back tonight with call time and location by midnight.
Must be 18+
SAG work 7/17/09 The Fighter
Boston Casting is looking for SAG extras to work TOMORROW- FRIDAY 7/17/09 on 'The Fighter'
If you are not already committed to any other projects, and are available to work a 12 hr. day in Lowell please email AARON@BOSTONCASTING.COM
PLEASE PUT YOUR SAG NUMBER IN THE SUBJECT.
If needed, you will receive an email back tonight with call time and location by midnight.
Must be 18+
Non-union Rush Call in Topsfield, MA
If you are non-union and interested in working a full day on the Brendan Fraser Film Furry Vengeance, and can be in Topsfield in an hour, then:
Immediately email your photo and phone number to ashley@bostoncasting.com.
They'll be in touch if they need you. Don't just head to the set. If they don't call/email, go back to bed!
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Casting East-Indian Man to for Extra Role in Furry Vengeance
They are specifically looking for East-Indian men ages 25-50.
The job shoots in the North shore area (Topsfield/Danvers) on /7/16/09.
Do not reply if you do not match the description. You must include a recent photograph of yourself. Boston Casting will be in touch with those selected by phone.
Express your interest by emailing a recent photo to Ashley@bostoncasting.com. Include the best phone number to reach you at.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Casting Stand-in for Gerry Bednob
Boston Casting is looking for a Stand-In for actor Gerry Bednob on the film Furry Vengeance.
They are looking for an East-Indian male, height 5' 5" to 5' 7" with white or salt/pepper hair.
Job shoots in the North shore area (Topsfield/Danvers) starting on 7/16/09.
If chosen, you will be needed on and off for the next 7 weeks.
You must have your own transportation and a flexible schedule. Do not reply if you do not match the description. You must include a recent photograph of yourself. Boston Casting will be in touch with those selected by phone.
Email a recent photo to Ashley@bostoncasting.com. Include the best phone number to
reach you at.
Seeking Japanese Men for Video
Boston Casting is seeking Japanese men who speak English, ages 25 to 40, for an educational video that will shoot in August in Boston.
If cast, the pay rate is $325 for a full day shoot, and $200 for a half day shoot.
Email a photo and your phone number to hilary@bostoncasting.com.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Tall Blonde Women for The Fighter
Please do not reply if you do not match the description. You must include a recent photograph of yourself in a bathing suit. Also, do not reply if you have any conflicts on Wednesday.
We will be in touch with those selected by phone. Please do not call the office becuase there is no one here over the weekend to take you calls.
Again, please express your interest by emailing a recent photo to thefightercasting@gmail.com. Please include the best phone number to reach you at.
Casting Asian Male Stand-In for Furry Vengeance
They are specifically looking for Asian men height 5' 5" to 5' 7".
The job shoots in the North shore area (Topsfield/Danvers) for one day, Friday July 17th.
Do not reply if you do not match the description. You must include a recent photograph of yourself. Boston Casting will be in touch with those selected by phone.
Express your interest by emailing a recent photo to Ashley@bostoncasting.com. Please include the best phone number to reach you at.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Seeking Korean Women and Japanese Men
Boston Casting is seeking Korean women who speak English (Age Range: 25-40) and Japanese men who speak English (Age Range -18-35) for an educational video that will shoot in August in Boston.
If cast, the pay rate is $325 for a full day shoot, and $200 for a half day shoot.
Email a photo and your phone number to hilary@bostoncasting.com.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Ring Card Girls for The Fighter
If selected, you must be comfortable wearing skimpy outfits. You must also have a very flexible schedule next week, the week of the 13th.
We are not sure which days yet you would be needed, so please Don't submit if your schedule is rigid. Additionally, you would have to attend a fitting as soon as this afternoon in Lowell.
The film is being shot in Lowell. In order to be considered, you must be able to travel to Lowell by car.
If you would like to be considered, please email photos of yourself in a bathing suit to thefightercasting@gmail.com ASAP. Include the best phone number to reach you at and your full name.
Boston Casting will contact those selected by phone.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Tips for Open Call for "The Town"
They will take a photo there, but it's always a good idea to bring a recent photo.
It should go without saying that if you are an actor you should bring your headshot and resume to any and every casting call/audition.
This call is not just for extra rolls, but also speaking roles, special bits.
You don't need to prepare anything. Some people may be given a line or two to read.
They are looking for people with Boston accents, but you don't have to have a Boston accent to be cast.
The open call is for people aged 18 as of 9/1/09 and over only! If you will not be 18 or older on September 1st, 209, do not come to this open call!
Union members and non-union, as well, are welcome at this open call. Current, paid up SAG/AFTRA members may gp to the front of the line to find out where to go and how to register.
The move will shoot from September through Thanksgiving. Most movies shoot Monday through Friday, during the day when daytime scenes are filmed, and at night when night scenes are filmed. Sometimes they shoot on a weekend.
If you absolutely can't make it to the open call, you should download C.P. Casting's size card, print it out, fill it out, and mail it, via regular mail only, to:
ATTN: "The Town"
C.P. Casting
537 Tremont St.
Boston, MA 02116
OPEN CASTING CALL DETAILS
WHEN
Friday, July 10, 2009
1:00pm until 7:00PM
You can show up anytime during these hours.
WHERE
Boston Teacher's Union Hall
180 Mount Vernon Street
Dorchester, MA 02125
Near the Bayside Expo Center's North Entrance.
If chosen to work in this movie, these will be PAID JOBS.
Looking for Adults (18+) of all ages and all types.
Seeking Men and Women with Boston Accents to represent Neighborhood people, Bad guys, Cops, Men with military experience, Wives, Girlfriends, Mothers, Women with dancing experience, etc.
Do * NOT * come to this casting call if you already attended the casting call in Charlestown on May 29. They still have all your information on file. There are still many roles to be cast. Don't call; just show up!
Monday, July 6, 2009
Unpaid, Non-Union Extras Needed for The Fighter
You can sign up at www.BeInAMovie.com. 18+ only. Non-union only.
Friday, July 3, 2009
Open Casting Call for "The Town"
Open Casting Call
When
Friday, July 10, 2009
1:00pm until 7:00PM
[You can show up anytime during these hours.]
Location
Boston Teacher's Union Hall
180 Mount Vernon Street
Dorchester, MA 02125
[Near the Bayside Expo Center's North Entrance.]
If chosen to work in this movie, these will be PAID JOBS.
Looking for Adults (18+) of all ages and all types.
Seeking Men and Women with Boston Accents to represent Neighborhood people, Bad guys, Cops, Men with military experience, Wives, Girlfriends, Mothers, Women with dancing experience, etc.
There are still many roles to be cast, so just show up!
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Previews & Details for Recent Movies Filmed in Boston
The Box (imdb)
Release Date: October 30, 2009 (USA)
"A small wooden box arrives on the doorstep of a married couple, who open it and become instantly wealthy. Little do they realize that opening the box also kills someone they do not know..."
Starring Cameron Diaz, James Marsden, and Frank Langella
Shutter Island(Ashecliffe) (imdb)
Release Date: October 2, 2009 (USA)
"Drama is set in 1954, U.S. Marshal Teddy Daniels is investigating the disappearance of a murderess who escaped from a hospital for the criminally insane and is presumed to be hiding on the remote Shutter Island."
Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo, Ben Kingsley, Emily Mortimer, Michelle Williams, Max von Sydow, Patricia Clarkson
The Surrogates (imdb)
Release Date: September 25, 2009 (USA)
"Set in a futuristic world where humans live in isolation and interact through surrogate robots, a cop (Willis) is forced to leave his home for the first time in years in order to investigate the murders of others’ surrogates."
Starring Bruce Willis and Ving Rhames
This Side of Truth (The Invention of Lying) (imdb)
Release Date: September 25, 2009 (USA)
Written by Ricky Gervais and Matthew Robinson
"A comedy set in a world where no one has ever lied, until a writer seizes the opportunity for personal gain."
The Town (imdb)
Release Date: 2011/2012 (USA)
Based on Chuck Hogan's book Prince of Thieves. Filming in and around Charlestown, MA, fall 2009.
Directed by, and starring, Ben Affleck.
The Fighter (imdb)
Release Date: 2011 (USA)
"A look at the early years of boxer "Irish" Micky Ward and his brother who helped train him before going pro in the mid '80s."
Starring Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Mark Wahlberg, Melissa Leo
Wichita (imdb)
Release Date: July 2, 2010 (USA)
"Spy thriller, in which an undercover agent meets up with a woman who has had nothing but bad luck with men."
Directed by James Mangold. Starring Tom Cruise, Cameron Diaz.
Grown Ups (imdb)
Release Date: June 25, 2010 (USA)
"Thirty years after their high school graduation, five good friends reunite for a Fourth of July holiday weekend."
Starring Adam Sandler, Steve Buscemi, Salma Hayek, Rob Schneider, Kevin James, Maria Bello, Chris Rock, David Spade, Gary Busey, Maya Rudolph, Tim Meadows, Norm MacDonald
Edge of Darkness (imdb)
Release Date: January 29, 2010 (USA)
"As homicide detective Thomas Craven investigates the death of his activist daughter, he uncovers not only her secret life, but a corporate cover-up and government collusion that attracts an agent tasked with cleaning up the evidence."
Starring Mel Gibson
The Proposal (imdb)
Release Date: June 19, 2009 (USA)
"A pushy boss forces her young assistant to marry her in order to keep her Visa status in the U.S. and avoid deportation to Canada."
Starring Sandra Bullock
Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (imdb)
Release Date: May 1, 2009 (USA)
"A bachelor is haunted by the ghosts of his past girlfriends at his younger brother's wedding."
Starring Michael Douglas, Jennifer Garner, Matthew McConaughey
Bride Wars (imdb)
Release Date: January 9, 2009 (USA)
"Two best friends become rivals when they schedule their respective weddings on the same day."
Starring Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway
Paul Blart: Mall Cop (imdb)
Release Date: January 6, 2009 (USA)
"When a shopping mall is overtaken by a gang of organized crooks, it's up to the a mild-mannered security guard to save the day."
Starring, and written by, Kevin James
The Women (imdb)
Release Date: September 12, 2008 (USA)
"A wealthy New Yorker leaves her cheating husband and bonds with other society women at a resort."
Starring this pretty amazing lineup: Meg Ryan, Annette Bening, Eva Mendes, Debra Messing, Jada Pinkett Smith, Bette Midler, Candice Bergen, Carrie Fisher, Cloris Leachman, Debi Mazar, Ana Gasteyer, Joanna Gleason
Open call for "America's Biggest A**Hole"
Can you irritate a perfect stranger? Are you quick on your feet? Can you handle a very strong personality? Are you a practical joker?
Do your friends tell you that you have all the charm of Vince Vaughn, Denis Leary, and Stiffler rolled into one?
Even though some people think you're hysterical, do you happen to piss off a lot of people?
Win cash, fame, and respect for your ability to say what mere mortals could only dream of saying! Audition for the new reality show, America's Biggest A**Hole!
Come to one of the open calls, bring a photo and bio, and tell your story!
Open CallsMonday, July 13, 10 AM to 4PM
Boston Casting
129 Braintree Street, Boston
and
Wednesday, July 15, 6 PM to 9PM
Red Sky, Faneuil Hall
16 North Street, Boston (Faneuil Hall)
Must be 18 years or older.