“Call Me Daddy” TV Pilot Open Casting Call for Lead and Supporting Roles
Casting Call for Dark Comedy Musical
Job Description
An upcoming dark comedy musical is seeking strong performers with vocal, comedic, and physical acting skills for lead and supporting roles. This pilot production blends humor, ambition, and twisted storytelling, offering actors the chance to take on bold, complex characters. Rehearsals begin mid-September with performances scheduled through the fall.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform lead or supporting roles with strong comedic timing and stage presence
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Deliver powerful vocal or dance performances as required by role
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Collaborate with cast and creative team to develop dynamic characters
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Commit to rehearsal and filming schedule while maintaining professionalism
Requirements
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Male Lead (Chester): Age 40–55, strong vocal and comedy acting, psychopathic evil boss
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Female Lead (Heather): Age 25–35, strong vocal and comedy acting, ambitious, quirky, unhinged
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Female Role (Polly): Age 25–35, strong physical and comedy acting, Chester’s PA/mistress
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Male Variety: Age 20–60, strong vocal or dancing with comedy acting, multiple roles
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Female Variety: Age 20–60, strong vocal or dancing with comedy acting, multiple roles
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All abilities and experience levels welcome; must be available for rehearsals Thursdays 6–9 PM and Sundays 2–5 PM
Compensation
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Initial pilot is unpaid; once signed, production will be salaried for a series
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Opportunity for long-term casting in a developing stage project
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Job Description:
An independent production is seeking a talented actress to portray Seraphine in an original musical titled A Place Not Mine. This London-based production is looking for a performer who can bring depth, charm, and emotional nuance to a complex character in a theatrical setting.
Seraphine is a radiant and seemingly perfect young woman who is always smiling and admired, but beneath her polished exterior lies a quiet sadness and a deeper emotional journey.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform the lead role of Seraphine in a live musical production
- Deliver strong vocal and acting performances
- Interpret and embody a layered character with emotional depth
- Collaborate with the creative team and cast during rehearsals and performances
- Participate in musical theatre staging and direction
Requirements:
- Female actress
- Strong singing ability
- Warm, captivating stage presence
- Musical theatre experience is a plus (not required)
- Blonde hair and light-colored eyes preferred (not required)
- Ability to perform in London, United Kingdom
Compensation:
- Unpaid / profit-share opportunity
- Future income or sponsorship may be shared with cast if secured