Entertainment Industry Opportunities - 5/31/11

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 54 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. RC Productions: SHORT SCREENPLAY WANTED
Established New York production company is looking for short screenplays. We will select our three favorite screenplays, pay $1,000 for each one, as well as direct and produce it. The short script should not exceed 14 pages. No animation shorts. De... More

2. United States Tennis Association: US OPEN, KIDS
US OPEN, KIDS The United States Tennis Association is casting children to sing live at the 2011 US Open. K. Foster, casting dir. Runs Aug. 29-Sept. 11, 2011 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, NY. Seeking—... More

3. Playboy Golf & MRE Talent Mgmt: 'GIRLS OF PLAYBOY GOLF' MODEL SEARCH
'GIRLS OF PLAYBOY GOLF' MODEL SEARCH Playboy Golf and MRE Talent Management are seeking talent for the "Girls of Playboy Golf" Model Search, where representatives will search for young ladies to host the "Playboy Scramble" at the Mount Airy... More

4. KLM Productions: HUNGRY ARTISTS THEATRE, NEW MEMBERS
HUNGRY ARTISTS THEATRE, NEW MEMBERS KLM Productions is seeking "ensemble members to share resources and talent in a dynamic creative ensemble. KLM has produced over 20 quality productions in NY, Chicago and L.A. (Hollywood Fringe Fest, Seco... More

5. Open Mike: SIPOLOGY COFFEE & GALLERY, THURSDAY OPEN MIC
SIPOLOGY COFFEE & GALLERY, THURSDAY OPEN MIC Sipology Coffee & Gallery is seeking performers. David, host. Performances run Thursdays, 8 p.m. at the Sipology Coffee & Gallery, 488 E. Broadway, Long Beach. Seeking—Performers. F... More

6. Acuvue: '1 DAY CONTEST'
'1 DAY CONTEST' Acuvue is sponsoring the 1 Day Contest, seeking inspiring stories from young people who explain what they dream of doing one day. These short video testimonials, will appear on social media sites and be judged by the ... More

7. Open Mike:  FAT FACE FENNER'S FISHAK, WEDNESDAY OPEN MIC
FAT FACE FENNER'S FISHAK, WEDNESDAY OPEN MIC Fat Face Fenner's Fishak is seeking performers for a music, comedy, and poetry open mic. Steve, Miguel, and John, hosts. Performances are Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. (sign-up 7 p.m.) at Fat Face Fenner... More

8. Troubadour Theatre: TROUBADOR THEATRE SUMMER YOUTH CAMP, ‘THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE,’ AZ
TROUBADOR THEATRE SUMMER YOUTH CAMP, ‘THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE,’ AZ Troubadour Theatre is casting Thoroughly Modern Millie, for its summer youth musical theatre camp. Alex Greengaard, director. Tuition is $295 ($270 for early resgist... More

9. Open Mike:  CHILL CAFE AND COFFEE LOUNGE, OPEN MIC
CHILL CAFE AND COFFEE LOUNGE, OPEN MIC Chill Cafe and Coffee Lounge is seeking performers for an acoustic music, comedy, and spoken word open mic. Alex Koto, host. Performances are the first and third Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. (sign-... More

10. Liberty 1: Brand/Event Promoters
We are looking for highly energetic, fun, outgoing individuals to promote free products during upcoming events. $15 per hour NO SELLING INVOLVED!! Just plain old smiling and interacting with the public in the fun outdoors. Events are for 4 hours ... More

11. Open Mike:  JONES COFFEE ROASTERS, OPEN MIC
JONES COFFEE ROASTERS, OPEN MIC Jones Coffee Roasters is seeking performers for a music, comedy, and poetry open mic. Jim Bumgardner, host. Performances are the second Friday of each month, 7:30 p.m. (sign-up at 7 p.m.) at Jones Coffee Roas... More

12. Theatre Nouveau: 'PEACE IN PROGRESS' PROJECT
'PEACE IN PROGRESS' PROJECT Theatre Nouveau is seeking participants for The 'Peace in Progress' Project: An Innovative ImproviSatori™ Performance Practice. Instructor states: "In this unique movement and theater trainin... More

13. The Actor's Project NYC (TAPNYC): 'THESPIAN STORIES'
'THESPIAN STORIES' 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 Thespian Stories, a full-length theatrical showcase of music,... More

14. Kansas International Film Festival: KANSAS INT'L FILM FESTIVAL, KS
KANSAS INT'L FILM FESTIVAL, KS The Kansas International Film Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "KIFF seeks to showcase a variety of films for a sophisticated audience seeking non-Hollywood fare. Especially valued are sociall... More

15. Margaret Mead Film & Video Festival: MARGARET MEAD FILM FESTIVAL, NYC
MARGARET MEAD FILM FESTIVAL, NYC The Margaret Mead Film & Video Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "The festival is the longest-running premiere showcase for international documentaries in the U.S., encompassing a broad spect... More

16. Asian Pacific American Film: DC ASIAN PACIFIC FILM FESTIVAL, DC
DC ASIAN PACIFIC FILM FESTIVAL, DC Asian Pacific American Film is seeking submissions for DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival. Producers state: "Our mission is to bring attention to the creative output from Asian Pacific American commun... More

17. Redemptive Film Festival: REDEMPTIVE FILM FESTIVAL, VA
REDEMPTIVE FILM FESTIVAL, VA The Redemptive Film Festival is seeking submissions. Producers state: "The festival is aimed at providing a forum for filmmakers to showcase and be rewarded for their work on themes that depict the redemptive pu... More

18. Signature Productions: 'LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS,' NV
'LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS,' NV Signature Productions is currently accepting tech staff applications for their upcoming production of Little Shop of Horrors. Kathryn Christensen, prod. mgr. Performances run July 25-Aug. 18, at the Summe... More

19. Rehoboth Beach Film Society: REHOBOTH BEACH FILM FESTIVAL, DE
REHOBOTH BEACH FILM FESTIVAL, DE The Rehoboth Beach Film Society is seeking submissions to the Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival. Producers state: "Our mission is to promote film as an art form through community outreach and educatio... More

20. Classroom 34: ’FROM STAGE TO SCREEN,’ SCREENWRITING FOR ACTORS ONLINE MASTER CLASS
’FROM STAGE TO SCREEN,’ SCREENWRITING FOR ACTORS ONLINE MASTER CLASS Classroom 34 is hosting From Stage to Screen, a screenwriting for actors four-week master class. This master class designed specifically for actors and playwrights ... More

21. The Onyx Theatre & Off-Strip Productions: ONYX THEATRE 2012 SEASON, DIRECTOR PROPOSALS, NV
ONYX THEATRE 2012 SEASON, DIRECTOR PROPOSALS, NV Off-Strip Productions is accepting director proposals. There are slots for about ten shows. Sirc Michaels, artistic dir. Season runs Jan.-Dec. 2012, at The Onyx Theatre in Las Vegas, NV. S... More

22. Stage Door Connections: INT./ADV. MUSICAL THEATER MASTERCLASS
INT./ADV. MUSICAL THEATER MASTERCLASS Stage Door Connections is offering an intermediate/advanced musical theater masterclass with Tony Award-winning choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler (credits include In the Heights, 9 to 5: ... More

23. The Indies Lab: THE INDIES LAB EXTENDED
THE INDIES LAB EXTENDED The Indies Lab Extended, an ongoing workshop/actors lab, is seeking participants. Producers state: "We are a multicultural ensemble of emerging and seasoned professional actors, writers, directors, and filmmakers. Th... More

24. Starz2Be: INTERNATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT SUMMIT, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
INTERNATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT SUMMIT, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Starz2Be, an entertainment company founded in 1989, is seeking performers to participate in its International Entertainment Summit. Producer's statement: "The days at the summit will be... More

25. Gorilla Tango Theatre: IL, GORILLA TANGO THEATER, ENSEMBLE IMPROV PROGRAM
IL, GORILLA TANGO THEATER, ENSEMBLE IMPROV PROGRAM Gorilla Tango Theatre is casting their Ensemble Improv Program (EIP), where performers will study and perform on a weekly basis for 3 months. Chosen students/performers will pay $225 for a ... More

26. Pulse Ensemble Theatre: 'AS YOU LIKE IT'
'AS YOU LIKE IT' Pulse Ensemble Theatre is seeking staff for As You Like It. William Shakespeare, writer; Alexa Kelly, dir. Rehearsals begin June 16; runs July 7-Aug. 6 at the Riverbank State Park outdoor amphitheatre in NYC. Seek... More

27. Hartford Stage: CT, HARTFORD STAGE SEASON
CT, HARTFORD STAGE SEASON Hartford Stage (Hartford, CT) is casting its 2011-12 season. Season includes: The Crucible (Arthur Miller, writer; Gordon Edelstein, dir. Rehearses Aug. 2-Sept. 1; runs Sept. 1-Oct. 9, 2011); Water By The... More

28. Outside the Box Entertainment, LLC: ’15 MINUTES OF FAYE,’ MAKEUP ARTIST, FL
’15 MINUTES OF FAYE,’ MAKEUP ARTIST, FL Outside the Box Entertainment, LLC is hiring a makeup artist for 15 Minutes of Faye, a relationship drama that comments on the emotional sources of Western culture’s sense of entitlement. Joshu... More

29. Chamber Theatre Productions: CHAMBER THEATRE PROD. TOURS
CHAMBER THEATRE PROD. TOURS Chamber Theatre Productions, Inc. of Boston is casting three Fall 2011 non-Equity national tours, including dramatic adaptations of 19th-century literature. Vawnya Nichols, asst. prod. mgr.-asst. events coord. Re... More

30. SeaWorld San Antonio: TX, SEAWORLD SAN ANTONIO
TX, SEAWORLD SAN ANTONIO SeaWorld San Antonio is casting its 2011 Season. Directors TBA. Season runs at the park in San Antonio, TX. Seeking–Performers: males and females, 16+, dancers, actors, singers, musicians, variety artists... More

31. Open Mike:  DAVE'S ON BROADWAY, THURSDAY OPEN MIC
DAVE'S ON BROADWAY, THURSDAY OPEN MIC Dave's On Broadway is seeking performers for a music, comedy, and poetry open mic. Greg Aragon, host. Performances are Thursdays, 9 p.m. (sign-up at 8:30 p.m.) at Dave's On Broadway, 708 E. Broadway, G... More

32. Zooppa: ZOOPA.COM, ONLINE COMMERCIAL CONTEST
ZOOPA.COM, ONLINE COMMERCIAL CONTEST Zooppa.com is hosting a contest for filmmakers to create their own commercials for 3M, a manufacturer of products often used in home improvement. Producers state: “We're looking for the best portrayal of... More

33. No Clout Productions: FRINGENYC, 'CASSANOVA WAS A WOMAN'
FRINGENYC, 'CASSANOVA WAS A WOMAN' No Clout Productions is seeking staff for Cassanova Was a Woman. Jezabel Montero, writer-dir.-prod.; Margo Singaliese, prod. Rehearses last week in June; performances run the last week of August 201... More

34. Open Mike:  HUNTINGTON PARK COMMUNITY CENTER, OPEN MIC
HUNTINGTON PARK COMMUNITY CENTER, OPEN MIC Huntington Park Community Center is seeking performers for a music, comedy, and poetry open mic. Performances are the last Friday of each month, 6 p.m. at Huntington Park Community Center, 6925 Sal... More

35. The Three Leaches: THE THREE LEACHES ONE-ACT COMPETITION
THE THREE LEACHES ONE-ACT COMPETITION The Three Leaches is seeking submissions for their one-act playwriting competition. The project notes, "The Three Leaches is dedicated to promoting new works from playwrights around the country. We are ... More

36. Revere America: REVERE AMERICA VIDEO CONTEST
REVERE AMERICA VIDEO CONTEST Revere America is sponsoring a video contest, inviting people to submit short videos of themselves explaining what they love about America. The project will showcase these short videos of people speaking on the ... More

37. The Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre: 'COMEDY OF ERRORS,' CREW, PA
'COMEDY OF ERRORS,' CREW, PA The Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre is seeking crew for its Classical Acting Academy. Gary Gogol, production manager. Position begins immediately. Tech runs Jul. 29-31; show runs Aug. 3-21, in Philadelphia PA. ... More

38. A Class Act NY: 'ANNIE' AUDITION PREP WORKSHOP
'ANNIE' AUDITION PREP WORKSHOP A Class Act is holding an Annie audition preparation workshop with Caroline Daly, who starred as Pepper for two years in the original Broadway production. Participants will work with Daly, Jessica Rofé .. More

39. Theater Ichneftes: GREEK LANGUAGE 'PYGMALION'
GREEK LANGUAGE 'PYGMALION' Theater Ichneftes (prod.) is casting a Greek language production of George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion. While not a full musical, this production will feature some songs from My Fair Lady. Martha Tompou... More

40. THE UNIT: THE UNIT, COMPANY MEMBERS
THE UNIT, COMPANY MEMBERS The Unit is seeking new company members. "The Unit is an ensemble of professional and emerging actors, writers, and directors. We provide leadership and a positive nurturing experience where artists can workout the... More

41. Phone 2 da Streetz: OPEN MIC RADIO COMEDY NITE, ONLINE
OPEN MIC RADIO COMEDY NITE, ONLINE Phone 2 da Streetz is casting Open Mic Radio Comedy Nite, a web-based comedy show. Leo Gettz, host; George L Shelton Jr., prod. Rehearse at your own pace prior to the show; performs every Thursday, ... More

42. Songbird Multimedia and Performing Arts Foundation: ‘THE PEOPLE COULD FLY DANCE FESTIVAL,’ TX
‘THE PEOPLE COULD FLY DANCE FESTIVAL,’ TX Songbird Multimedia and Performing Arts Foundation are casting The People Could Fly Dance Festival, a unique dance/poetry showcase in the Dallas-Fort Worth Area. Tiffany Grazelle, exec. prod.... More

43. Circle in the Square Theatre School: CIRCLE IN THE SQUARE THEATRE SCHOOL
CIRCLE IN THE SQUARE THEATRE SCHOOL Circle in the Square Theatre School is seeking applicants for upcoming professional and summer workshops. Director states: "Circle in the Square Theatre School is the only training program housed in a Bro... More

44. Manhattan Repertory Theatre: MANHATTAN REP 'TOP ARTIST COMPETITION'
MANHATTAN REP 'TOP ARTIST COMPETITION' Manhattan Repertory Theatre is seeking submissions for its "Top Artist Competition." Ken Wolf, artistic dir. Runs July 6-21, 2011 at Manhattan Repertory Theatre, 303 W. 42nd St. in NYC. Seeking—F... More

45. Russell Jones / Shucks Productions: ‘DEADLY FLOWER: THE AWAKENING,’ FL
‘DEADLY FLOWER: THE AWAKENING,’ FL Russell Jones/Shucks Productions is casting Deadly Flower: The Awakening, a series of four short films, approximately 30 minutes each. Robin Fiedler, dir.; Russell Jones, prod. Shooting October 2011... More

46. Centenary Stage Company: YOUNG PERFORMERS MUSICAL THR. WORKSHOP, NJ
YOUNG PERFORMERS MUSICAL THR. WORKSHOP, NJ The Centenary Stage Company (Hackettstown, NJ) is seeking staff for its Young Performers Musical Theatre Workshop. Carl Wallnau, prod.; Michael Blevins, dir. Workshop runs July 11-Aug. 14, 2011 on ... More

47. 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

48. Anthony the Magic: Welk Illusions
'WELK ILLUSIONS' Anthony the Magic is casting Welk Illusions. Dawn Morgan, stage mgr./lead asst. Performances run Wednesday evenings in Riverside, CA. Seeking—Magician Assistant: female, 18-29, five feet six inches or less,... More

49. Million Dollar Quartet: UPDATE: 'MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET' CASTING CONTEST
UPDATE: '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?," ... More

50. 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

51. Grandlifedaily.com: 'GRAND LIFE DAILY' MODEL SEARCH
'GRAND LIFE DAILY' MODEL SEARCH Grand Life Daily and www.grandlifedaily.com are holding an open model search competition. Winners of the competition will be selected for their upcoming campaign and black tie events, and two winners (one mal... More

52. The Complete Theatre Company: THE COMPLETE THEATRE COMPANY
THE COMPLETE THEATRE COMPANY The Complete Theatre Company is seeking new members. Producer states: "Membership benefits include a two-and-a-half hour weekly workshop created to provide a haven where actors and writers can feel free to explo... More

53. AHM Media: AHM MEDIA RECORDING ARTISTS
AHM MEDIA RECORDING ARTISTS AHM Media (prod.) is seeking new talent for long-term recording artist development with its professional music production/recording, songwriting, and artist management services for record labels. AHM Media and it... More

54. The Duplex Cabaret Theater: DUPLEX CABARET THEATER
DUPLEX CABARET THEATER The Duplex Cabaret Theater is seeking talent to perform in its 70-seat West Village cabaret theater. Seeking—Singers, Comedians, Performance Artists, New Plays, Composers, Writers, and Acoustic Musical Ac... More