“Regent Boy” Casting Call for Lead Speaking Role

Job Description

Jesse Griffiths Casting is seeking a teen performer with strong basketball ability for the lead role of Fawad Choudhry in Regent Boy, a non-union feature film based on Humayun Khan’s novel Wrong Side of the Court. The production will film in the Greater Toronto Area. Fawad is a 15–16-year-old Pakistani or North Indian (Punjabi) boy living with his mother and sister in Regent Park. He is a gifted basketball player navigating family tensions, friendships, and personal growth while finding his confidence and voice on the court.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, Fawad Choudhry.
• Perform basketball sequences confidently on camera.
• Deliver dramatic and character-driven scenes.
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team.
• Participate in self-tape auditions and additional casting stages as required.

Requirements

• Boy, playing age 15–16.
• Pakistani or North Indian (Punjabi).
• Must have strong basketball skills.
• Must be capable of carrying a lead role in a feature film.

Compensation

$300/day, with approximately 25 shoot days anticipated.

No More Lonely Nights – Sam Supporting Role

Job Description

The feature film No More Lonely Nights is casting a male child performer for the supporting role of Sam, filming in the Greater Toronto Area. Sam is a warm, expressive 12 to 15-year-old boy who lives with autism and has a deep interest in trains. The production is actively seeking performers who live with autism for this emotionally layered role. The story follows Sam as he develops an unexpected friendship with another boy while their fathers face serious illness, requiring a performer who can bring warmth, humor, and emotional authenticity to the character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Sam in a supporting role in a feature film
• Perform scripted dramatic and emotionally nuanced scenes
• Bring warmth, humor, and authenticity to the character
• Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and production team
• Participate in scenes exploring friendship and family relationships
• Follow age-appropriate direction throughout filming

Requirements

• Male child performer ages 12 to 15
• Production is actively seeking performers who live with autism
• Able to portray a warm, expressive, and high-functioning character
• Comfortable performing emotionally layered dramatic material
• Must be able to work in the Greater Toronto Area
• Interest in or familiarity with trains may complement the character

Compensation

• ACTRA IPA production

Families for Beach Day Scene in Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film set in present-day Chicago is seeking families from the Thalberg, St. Clements RM, and surrounding areas to work as paid background performers for a beach day scene. Families of all ages and ethnicities are welcome, and no previous acting or background experience is required. Selected families will work for one production day and help create a natural, authentic family atmosphere on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a family in a beach day scene for a feature film.
• Perform natural family activities and background actions on camera.
• Follow blocking and instructions from the production team.
• Maintain continuity during multiple takes.
• Work cooperatively with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Families of any age combination are welcome.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• No previous acting experience required.
• Must be available to work for one filming day.
• Must be able to work in the Thalberg, St. Clements RM, or surrounding area.
• Dependable and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• Paid background performer opportunity.
• Selected families will receive rate and compensation details from the production team.

Job Description

The independent student feature film Baby Pink is casting a male actor ages 18–25 for the supporting role of Scott. Filming is scheduled for October 2026 in the Toronto Region. Scott is a quiet high school student who was previously involved in a romantic relationship with his teacher, Joan. When new student Angel appears to become Joan’s latest target, Scott attempts to warn her before it is too late.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray supporting character Scott
• Perform emotionally intense or physically demanding scenes
• Participate in practical effects, simulated violence, and simulated injuries
• Follow direction and collaborate with cast and crew
• Maintain professional conduct throughout production

Requirements

• Male actor
• Ages 18–25
• Any race/ethnicity
• Comfortable with practical effects and simulated violence/injuries
• Reliable, professional, and committed to production

Compensation

Unpaid

Job Description

The independent student feature film Baby Pink is casting a female actor ages 30–50 for the lead role of Joan Prosser, with production scheduled in the Toronto Region in October 2026. Joan is a confident and charismatic high school teacher who takes great pride in supporting her students.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lead character Joan Prosser
• Deliver emotionally complex and physically demanding performances
• Participate in practical effects, simulated violence, simulated injuries, and kiss scenes
• Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and crew
• Prepare and submit required audition materials

Requirements

• Female actor
• Ages 30–50
• Any race/ethnicity
• Comfortable with practical effects and simulated violence/injuries
• Reliable and professionally committed to the production
• Audition tape required

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

The independent student feature film Baby Pink is casting a female actor ages 18–25 for the lead role of Angel Torrin. Production will take place in the Toronto Region in October 2026. Angel is a new student in town who is sweet, charming, and observant. After developing a close relationship with her teacher, Joan, Angel’s behavior becomes increasingly violent, leading Joan to investigate her past and discover that there may be no record of Angel ever existing.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character Angel Torrin
• Perform emotionally intense and physically demanding scenes
• Participate in practical effects, simulated violence, simulated injuries, and kiss scenes
• Attend required table reads and rehearsals
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team
• Prepare and submit the required audition material

Requirements

• Female actor
• Ages 18–25
• Any race/ethnicity
• Comfortable with practical effects and simulated violence/injuries
• Reliable, professional, and committed to production
• Audition tape required

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

The independent student feature film Baby Pink is casting a male actor ages 45–70 for the supporting role of Dave. The project will film in the Toronto Region during October 2026. Dave is described as a drunkard at a local bar who attempts to pick up younger women. He spends much of his time at the college bar looking for someone to take home.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the supporting character Dave
• Perform scripted scenes according to the director’s vision
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew
• Arrive prepared for scheduled filming
• Maintain reliability and professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Male actor
• Ages 45–70
• Any race/ethnicity
• Reliable, professional, and committed to the production

Compensation

Unpaid

Job Description

An independent student feature film titled Baby Pink is casting a male actor ages 20–35 for the supporting role of Don Jackson. Production will take place in the Toronto Region with filming scheduled for October 2026. Don Jackson is a high school drama teacher and a close friend of Joan. He is described as awkward, funny, and caring, with a genuine concern for his students and a desire to make everyone feel included.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the supporting character Don Jackson
• Perform emotionally intense or physically demanding scenes as required
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and production team
• Arrive prepared and maintain professional conduct throughout production
• Deliver a believable and engaging performance

Requirements

• Male actor
• Ages 20–35
• Any race/ethnicity
• Comfortable performing emotionally intense or physically demanding scenes
• Reliable, professional, and committed to the production

Compensation

Unpaid

Job Description:

Sunshine Content Productions is casting Claire, a supporting role in the upcoming feature film Principal Girl. Filming will take place in Victoria, British Columbia, from August 16–29, and the production is seeking performers who reside on Vancouver Island. The story is set at a ballet academy and follows young adults navigating ambition, identity, and relationships through classical ballet.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Claire, a supporting character in the feature film.
• Deliver a nuanced and emotionally authentic performance.
• Participate in ballet-related scenes during filming.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Female actor, 18+ (or legal 18 to play younger).
• All ethnicities are welcome.
• Ballet training is strongly preferred.
• Strong acting ability required.
• Submit a short ballet pointe performance video, headshot, résumé, and Vancouver Island location.
• Applicants with representation should apply through their agent.

Compensation:

• BC Indie contract.
• Scale minus 35% with a 25% buyout.

Hi, My name is Vincent Di Lella. I am currently a student at George Brown college majoring in Video Design and Production. I am currently looking for three actors in order to make my short horror thesis film Method. I am looking for two men and woman, ages 20-30.