News Summary
Actors and aspiring performers have a variety of casting opportunities currently available in Lexington, Nashville, and across the nation. Roles range from documentaries to feature films with competitive pay rates. Lexington has specific casting calls, including for a female model for a documentary, while Nashville auditions offer multiple roles in both short films and feature films. With the growth of the entertainment industry, these open calls provide essential pathways for talent eager to showcase their skills and build their careers.
Lexington, KY – Actors and aspiring performers have a multitude of casting opportunities across the United States, with open calls in Lexington, Nashville, and various locations nationwide. These auditions span several projects, including documentaries, feature films, and short films, highlighting the demand for talent in the entertainment industry.
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Current Casting Opportunities
Documentary in Lexington
One of the roles available is for a female model to play a blind date. Candidates must be between the ages of 24 and 32, with an average pay of $33 per hour. This opportunity is located in Lexington, Kentucky.
Feature Films Nationwide
Several feature films are casting for various roles across the country. A supporting role for a character named Abigail is available for female actors aged 18-100, offering an average pay of $25 per hour.
Additionally, two lead roles—Mary Ann (ages 18-30) and Max (ages 25-35)—are open, with a significantly higher hourly rate of $75. Another feature film is casting for a lead role of Mary Ann, with an exceptional rate of $125 per hour for the same age range of 18-30 years.
Nashville Casting Call
Nashville is hosting auditions for multiple projects, including a short film that requires day players for several roles, such as Chesterberry John (male, 60-100 years), Juan Carlos (male, 35-50 years), and Chesterberry John’s Widow (female, 60-100 years). Actors can expect an average pay of $25 per hour for these roles.
Additionally, feature films in Nashville are seeking actors for various roles, including leads Ava (female, ages 18-20), Steve (ages 18-50), and Emma (female, ages 18-19), with a pay rate of $15 per hour. Another casting opportunity exists for the role of Liam or Lacey Davenport (supporting, ages 5-12) with an hourly rate of $30.
Historical Context
The allure of Hollywood continues to inspire many actors, both established and new, to seek careers in the dynamic field of entertainment. Casting calls provide invaluable opportunities for talent to showcase their skills and potentially land roles in various projects. Whether for a documentary, a feature film, or a short film, the excitement of auditioning can lead to significant career advancements for performers within the industry.
With the rise of digital streaming platforms and an expanding film industry, actors are finding increased opportunities in various regions, including studio-heavy areas like Nashville and Lexington. Such casting calls not only support the entertainment industry but also foster creativity and storytelling in local communities across the country.
As these casting calls continue to emerge, actors are encouraged to stay informed about upcoming auditions and to prepare adequately to increase their chances of success in the competitive world of acting.
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Additional Resources
- Hazard Herald
- Wikipedia: Casting a Film
- Eastern Progress
- Google Search: Casting Opportunities
- Kentucky.com
- Google Scholar: Film Casting
- Kilgore News Herald
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Casting in Film
- Stacker
- Google News: Casting Call News
