Entertainment Industry Opportunities - 5/23/11
Every week Back Stage posts hundreds of casting notices and entertainment-industry opportunities in the BackStage.com Casting/Jobs Database. Check out the following sampling of 47 new notices -- performance venues calling for talent, film festivals calling for entries, staff/tech/crew jobs, calls for scripts, casting workshops, competitions, open mikes, and more:
1. Indio Performing Arts Center: IPAC 2011-2012 SEASON
IPAC 2011-2012 SEASON Indio Performing Arts Center, a non-profit community theatre, is seeking crew and casting its 2011-2012 musical theatre season, to incl. Have a Nice Day, a '70s musical flashback (perf. Oct. 14-Nov. 18), GI J... More
2. DiscoveryOnstage: DISCOVERYONSTAGE CAMP INSTRUCTORS
DISCOVERYONSTAGE CAMP INSTRUCTORS DiscoveryOnstage is seeking instructors for its 2011 Summer Acting Day Camps for youth ages six to 15. "Enrollment is expected to be 50+ students, with a 13/1 student-teacher ratio. Camp hours are Mon.-Fri.... More
3. Stage Door Connections: 'WICKED' AUDITION TECHNIQUE SEMINAR
'WICKED' AUDITION TECHNIQUE SEMINAR Stage Door Connections, Inc. is offering a Wicked audition technique seminar. Mark Myers (instructor; dance supervisor-asst. choreo., Wicked) will teach several combinations from the show an... More
4. The Actor's Project NYC (TAPNYC): 'THEATRICAL FORTE'
'THEATRICAL FORTE' The Actor's Project NYC (TAPNYC), a company that assists its members in landing agents and getting work through industry showcases and plays, is casting Theatrical Forte, a full-length theatrical showcase of music,... More
5. Ruskin Group Theatre: RUSKIN GROUP THEATRE COMPANY, NEW MEMBERS
RUSKIN GROUP THEATRE COMPANY, NEW MEMBERS Ruskin Group Theatre is seeking new members for its company. The producer states, "We pride ourselves upon exceptional acting and recognizing the collaborative nature of the theatre, we strive to pr... More
6. SeaWorld San Antonio: SEAWORLD SAN ANTONIO ENTERTAINMENT DEPARTMENT, STAFF & CREW, TX
SEAWORLD SAN ANTONIO ENTERTAINMENT DEPARTMENT, STAFF & CREW, TX SeaWorld San Antonio Entertainment Department is hiring staff & crew. Roland Garcia, sr. production mgr. Positions run at the park in San Antonio, TX. Seeking staff—Produ... More
7. Florida Repertory Theatre: FLORIDA REPERTORY THEATRE, SUMMER DAY CAMP CHOREOGRAPHER, FL
FLORIDA REPERTORY THEATRE, SUMMER DAY CAMP CHOREOGRAPHER, FL Florida Repertory Theatre is hiring for Camp Florida Rep., a summer day camp with performances including Camp Rock, Grease, Once Upon a Mattress, and Seuss... More
8. Fred Tallaksen (choreo.): NV, DANCE FLASH MOB CORPORATE EVENT
NV, DANCE FLASH MOB CORPORATE EVENT Fred Tallaksen (choreo.) is casting a Flash Mob corporate event for the Mandalay Bay Arena. Rehearses July 10, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & July 11, 1-6 p.m.; performs July 12, 7-11 a.m., at the Mandalay Bay Arena in... More
9. At The Ridge Theatre: WA, 'A CHORUS LINE,' YOUTH PRODUCTION
WA, 'A CHORUS LINE,' YOUTH PRODUCTION At The Ridge Theatre is casting A Chorus Line , a Summer Camp Youth production of the Broadway musical. The Summer Camps offer training in acting, music, dance, and technical theater. A $150 tuit... More
10. SecondStory Repertory: WA, 'WORKING'
WA, 'WORKING' SecondStory Repertory is casting Working, a Summer Teen Musical Workshop based on the best-selling book by Studs Terkel. Published in 1974, this collection of interviews with American workers discussed how they felt abo... More
11. Frederic Apcar Productions: 'THE DIXIE EVANS BURLESQUE SHOW,' COMPETITION, NV
'THE DIXIE EVANS BURLESQUE SHOW,' COMPETITION, NV Frederic Apcar Productions is casting the first ever Dixie Evans Burlesque Show, a competition where showgirls, comedy legends, and burlesque stars of the past, as well as up-and-comi... More
12. Sacred Ground Productions LLC: 'NINETEEN SECRETS'
'NINETEEN SECRETS' Sacred Ground Productions LLC is seeking staff for Nineteen Secrets, a play with music about the life of American hero Harriet Tubman. Nate Stampley, dir.; Cynthia Stephens, writer. Rehearses May 28-June 8; reading... More
13. Blue Man Group Las Vegas: BLUE MAN GROUP, TECHNICAL STAFF, NV
BLUE MAN GROUP, TECHNICAL STAFF, NV Blue Man Group Las Vegas is hiring technical staff for its Las Vegas, NV show. Chris Wink, Matt Goldman & Phil Stanton, performers-dirs. Positions are part-time & hourly, in Las Vegas, NV. Seeking—C... More
14. The Brüka Theatre: NV, 'OEDIPUS: THE KING'
NV, 'OEDIPUS: THE KING' The Brüka Theatre is casting Oedipus: The King. Jim Martin, dir. An adaptation of the classic Greek tragedy by Sophocles, exploring fate and freewill. Rehearsals begin late May; opens in July as part of Brüka... More
15. KHORIKOS and Varna International: 'A MELANCHOLY BEAUTY,' DC, MA & NYC
'A MELANCHOLY BEAUTY,' DC, MA & NYC Khorikos and Varna International (prods.) are seeking singers for the world premiere of A Melancholy Beauty. Jesse Peckham, dir. of Khorikos. Rehearses May 22 & 29, 8-9:20 p.m., June 5, 7-10 p.m., ... More
16. Enchanted Party Tales: CHILDREN'S PARTY PERFORMERS
CHILDREN'S PARTY PERFORMERS Enchanted Party Tales is casting performers to play favorite characters, such as princesses, fairies, pirates, knights, and more at children's parties. Training will be provided. Parties typically run 1-2 hours o... More
17. Jean Franzblau Consulting: 'PROJECT X,' DIRECTOR
'PROJECT X,' DIRECTOR Jean Franzblau Consulting is seeking crew for Project X, a one-person show. The coordinator states, "The purpose of the show is healing and delight. It may take a few months to develop and a few months more to t... More
18. Central Florida Film Festival: CENTRAL FLORIDA FILM FESTIVAL, FL
CENTRAL FLORIDA FILM FESTIVAL, FL The Central Florida Film Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "We are a film festival that movie watchers can afford and with a goal to help artists become better filmmakers. We offer seminars,... More
19. Sacramento Film and Music Festival: SACRAMENTO FILM & MUSIC FEST, CA
SACRAMENTO FILM & MUSIC FEST, CA The Sacramento Film and Music Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "The Sacramento Film and Music Festival is the longest running non-genre specific festival in the Sacramento region and has pla... More
20. Global Peace Film Festival: GLOBAL PEACE FILM FESTIVAL, FL
GLOBAL PEACE FILM FESTIVAL, FL The Global Peace Film Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "The festival draws together filmmakers and filmgoers into a community of people inspired to take action in their daily lives to leave th... More
21. Hardacre Film & Cinema Festival: HARDACRE FILM FESTIVAL, IA
HARDACRE FILM FESTIVAL, IA The Hardacre Film & Cinema Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "Our priorities are not about big names or big budgets. Films at Hardacre, above all, challenge and entertain the audience, representing... More
22. Heartland Film Festival: HEARTLAND FILM FESTIVAL, IN
HEARTLAND FILM FESTIVAL, IN The Heartland Film Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "Our mission is to recognize and honor filmmakers whose work explores the human journey by artistically expressing hope and respect for the pos... More
23. Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival: REEL SISTERS OF THE DIASPORA FILM FESTIVAL, NYC
REEL SISTERS OF THE DIASPORA FILM FESTIVAL, NYC The Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival, organized by African Voices and Long Island University's Media Arts Department, is seeking submissions. Producers state: "Reel Sisters, one of t... More
24. Gig Harbor Film Festival: GIG HARBOR FILM FESTIVAL, WA
GIG HARBOR FILM FESTIVAL, WA The Gig Harbor Film Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "Our mission is to feature independent films that draw on the unifying power of film to promote understanding, tolerance, and global awarenes... More
25. St. Louis International Film Festival: ST. LOUIS INT'L FILM FESTIVAL, MO
ST. LOUIS INT'L FILM FESTIVAL, MO The St. Louis International Film Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "Our mission is to promote the art of cinema and to expand the variety and availability of cinema experiences." Cliff Froeh... More
26. Loft Film Festival: LOFT FILM FEST, AZ
LOFT FILM FEST, AZ The Loft Film Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "Loft, inspired by the untamed spirit of independent cinema, will showcase an eclectic range of new and classic films and champion the mavericks of the film ... More
27. Jacksonville Film Festival: JACKSONVILLE FILM FESTIVAL, FL
JACKSONVILLE FILM FESTIVAL, FL The Jacksonville Film Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "Our mission is to provide year-round entertainment and educational opportunities, programs, and events to enrich the arts and culture of... More
28. SeaWorld San Antonio: SEAWORLD SAN ANTONIO, ELECTRONIC SYSTEM TECHNICIANS, TX
SEAWORLD SAN ANTONIO, ELECTRONIC SYSTEM TECHNICIANS, TX SeaWorld San Antonio is hiring electronic system technicians. Roland Garcia, sr. production mgr. Positions are part-time, at the park in San Antonio, TX. Seeking—Audio/Video Tech... More
29. Million Dollar Quartet: 'MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET' CASTING CONTEST
'MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET' CASTING CONTEST Million Dollar Quartet, the hit musical with productions in Chicago, New York, London, and a national tour starting this fall, is seeking submissions for "Do You Have What It Takes?," an onlin... More
30. JBCastingNetworks: CD WORKSHOPS, TREACY & GAZAZYAN
CD WORKSHOPS, TREACY & GAZAZYAN JBCastingNetworks is holding casting director workshops with guest speakers Tara Treacy of Valko/Miller Casting and Gohar Gazazyan of Bialy/Thomas Casting. "Valko/Miller casts three big network shows, Treacy'... More
31. Tri-County Performing Arts Center & Village Productions: 'WILLIE WONKA, JR.,' STAFF, PA
'WILLIE WONKA, JR.,' STAFF, PA The Tri-PAC Performing Arts Summer Camp is seeking staff for the musical, Willy Wonka, Jr.. Steve Reazor, education dir. Performances run Aug. 13-14 in Pottstown, PA. Seeking—Student Director/... More
32. The Actors Theater: THE ACTORS THEATER
THE ACTORS THEATER The Actors Theater is seeking new members. Producer states: "The Actors Theater is a new company that focuses on obtaining representation for its members as well as offering free classes in sketch comedy, improvisational ... More
33. Bob Goodman: THE ACTORS ENSEMBLE
THE ACTORS ENSEMBLE The Actors Ensemble, a company that focuses on pragmatic and functional ways of realizing one's potential, is offering beginners and well-seasoned actors a challenging, informative, and safe environment in which to grow.... More
34. Mill Valley Film Festival: MILL VALLEY FILM FESTIVAL, CA
MILL VALLEY FILM FESTIVAL, CA The Mill Valley Film Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "Known as a filmmaker's festival, Mill Valley offers a high-profile, prestigious, non-competitive environment perfect for celebrating the b... More
35. Catch A Star Theatrical Players: 'ONE-ACT PLAYWRITING COMPETITION'
'ONE-ACT PLAYWRITING COMPETITION' Catch A Star Theatrical Players are inviting submissions for their One Act Playwriting Competition. The top six plays will receive $100 each and three performances at a One-Act Play festival in June ... More
36. American Express: 'MY MOVIE PITCH,' CONTEST
'MY MOVIE PITCH,' CONTEST American Express in collaboration with the Tribeca Film Festival are sponsoring a YouTube competition, inviting people to create short videos explaining their idea for a short film. The pitch videos will be showcas... More
37. TSBB Productions: 'SKINNY,' NYC
'SKINNY' TSBB Productions is seeking crew and casting Skinny, a micro-budget comedy about five gay African-American classmates reuniting one year after graduation for Gay Pride in NYC. Patrik-Ian Polk, writer-dir.-prod.; Ben Feuer, c... More
38. No Lolligaggin Prod.: 'BLOOD MOON'
'BLOOD MOON' No Lollygaggin Prod. is seeking crew for Blood Moon, an ultra low budget independent film about Michael who attempts to hunt down the deranged serial killer who brutally tortured and murdered his wife and young son. Thro... More
39. Galli Theater: CHILDREN'S FAIRY TALE SHOWS
CHILDREN'S FAIRY TALE SHOWS Galli Theater is casting its upcoming fairy tale productions, including Rapunzel, The Little Mermaid, Sleeping Beauty, and Aladdin. Tatjana Maya, dir. Shows run June 1-Dec. 31 (Sat. & Sun., 2 p.m.) ... More
40. Malisa Theatre Academy: MALISA THEATRE ACADEMY FILM & TV CLASS
MALISA THEATRE ACADEMY FILM & TV CLASS The Malisa Theatre Academy is offering film and TV classes. Producer's statement: "Learn how to work in front of the camera while being aware of continuity, eye lines, hitting marks and working with wi... More
41. Carfer Lamor, producer: 'FOUR MARTINIS'
'FOUR MARTINIS' Carfer Lamor (writer-prod.) is casting Four Martinis, a new full-length play about five gay men from different generations and a male-to-female, middle-aged transsexual. Lee Chew, asst. dir.; Bob Kennedy, co-prod.; Wi... More
42. Elinor Renfield (instructor-stage dir.): SCENE STUDY CLASS WITH ELINOR RENFIELD
SCENE STUDY CLASS WITH ELINOR RENFIELD Elinor Renfield (instructor-stage dir.) is offering a scene study class for beginning and advanced actors and directors. The class will focus on script analysis, including searching for the essential d... More
43. Imaginario Theatre: 'EVERYMAN' & 'ANTIGONE'
'EVERYMAN' & 'ANTIGONE' Imaginario Theatre is seeking cast and crew for its new productions of Everyman by anonymous and Antigone by Sophocles. Virginia Sanchez, artistic dir.; Nicole Allen, dir. Rehearsals begin late May; per... More
44. Crazy Rhythm Productions: UNJJ CONFERENCE
UNJJ CONFERENCE Crazy Rhythm Productions is seeking dancers to perform at the opening ceremony of the annual UNJJ conference/competition, being held this year for the first time in the U.S. Alan Onickel, choreo.; Roman Lutak, UNJJ USA rep. ... More
45. LocalBonus: LOCALBONUS
LOCALBONUS Derek Webster (CEO) is seeking staff for LocalBonus, a next-generation loyalty network in New York City that rewards consumers when they make purchases at small local businesses. Producer states: "Are you a natural salesperson lo... More
46. Quest Theatre Company: NJ, 'GREASE'
NJ, 'GREASE' Quest Theatre Company is offering a Grease workshop. Laura A. Rizzo, dir.; Warren Scott Friedman, co-dir.; Patrice Miller, choreo.; MaryRose Hannan, dir.-prod. stage mgr.; Sarah Glassman, music dir. Rehearses June 27-Jul... More
47. The Unconventional Conventionalists: THE UNCONVENTIONAL CONVENTIONALISTS
THE UNCONVENTIONAL CONVENTIONALISTS Reel Entertainment Inc. is seeking cast and crew for The Unconventional Conventionalists, a Long Island-based Rocky Horror Picture Show "shadowcast" production. Margaret Sherris & Brett G. Sherris,... More
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