Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions
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Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for:
- MALES AND FEMALES,
- all ethnicities,
- 20 thru 70,
- who can play HOMELESS RESIDENTS on Thursday, April 6th on Chicago Fire.
You will be residents at a SHELTER somewhere in Chicago TBD.
OPEN CASTING CALL
Paskal Rudnicke Casting is seeking: Teen dancers for MAJOR ROLES in a Network TV Pilot.
Please note, it is free to submit and this is a paid gig. No professional acting experience is required.
We are seeking:
- 12-17 year old black teens
- with MAJORETTE or CHICAGO FOOTWORK experience
These roles will rehearse and shoot in Chicago, IL throughout April 2023, Must be Chicago-Based to submit
Open call details:
The open call will take place at the:
Paskal Rudniche Casting
10 W Hubbard St #2N, CHICAGO, IL 60654
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for :
- clean shaven (mustache okay), short-haired MEN, 18 to ’40s, all ethnicities, who can play firefighters on Chicago Fire on Monday, April 3rd! Covid test on 3.31.
- Also searching for FEMALES 18 to ’40s, all ethnicities, to play firefighters!
We are filming a FIREFIGHTER ACADEMY TRAINING SCENE and we are searching for:
- MEN AND WOMEN
- ages 18 to 45, TO WORK ON MONDAY, APRIL 3rd. This will require a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Friday, March 31st.
These are paid, non-speaking extra roles! If you work all day you will receive a delicious meal. Yay! Our set caterers are the best!
We are filming a FF training classroom scene and an outside training course.
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
We are filming a FIREFIGHTER ACADEMY TRAINING SCENE and we are searching for:
- MEN AND WOMEN
- ages 18 to 45,
TO WORK ON MONDAY, APRIL 3rd.
This will require a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Friday, March 31st.
These are paid, non-speaking extra roles!
If you work all day you will receive a delicious meal. Yay! Our set caterers are the best!
We are filming a FF training classroom scene and an outside training course.
CASTING SEARCH FOR A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
We’re looking for:
- MALE VETERANS IN CHICAGO for a PSA.
- In their mid-30s to early 40s who are physically-active enough to jog/ work out on camera, but have an average/ dad-bod.
No acting experience is required.
Must be local to the chicago area (or surrounding suburbs) and able to get themselves to/from set in Chicago, if hired.
This role will have fitting on either April 17th and 18th of 2023 and will shoot in Chicago, IL on april 19th and 20th 2023. Submissions are welcome from folks in Chicago
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
SEARCHING FOR:
- REAL FIREFIGHTERS,
- OR FIREFIGHTER TRAINEES,
- OR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS
- Ages 18 to 45.
Help us spread the word!! Chicago, the Suburbs, even from states that border IL… We have cast a lot of Indiana and Wisconsin FF’s.
Casting Alert:
We are filming a FIREFIGHTER ACADEMY TRAINING SCENE and we are searching for REAL FF’S/TRAINEES/FF VOLUNTEERS (all ethnicities, male and female, ages 18 to 45, TO WORK ON MONDAY, APRIL 3rd. This will require a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Friday, March 31st.
These are paid, non-speaking extra roles! If you work all day you will receive a delicious meal. Yay! Our set caterers are the best!
We are filming a FF training classroom scene and an outside training course.
We love casting real FF’s as we want it to be REAL with great attention to actual FF energy and movements.
Some of our real firefighters/medics have been working with us for over ten years… it’s amazing. It is an honor to work with our first responders.
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for:
- BLOND FEMALES,
- LATE 20’S TO 30’S,
To work on Wednesday, March 29th for a STILL PHOTO SHOOT as a FRIEND of one of the actors.
You will need to go to a Covid test, and wardrobe fitting tomorrow, Tuesday March 28th.
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for a:
- FEMALE AFRICAN AMERICAN OR LATINA
- DARK HAIR
- 20’S TO 40’S
- 5’4″ to 5’6″
- slim to medium build
To work on Wednesday, March 29th as a STAND IN (Same height and coloring as the actor to use in place of the actor to light and camera block the set) You will need to go to a Covid test tomorrow, Tuesday March 28th.
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Border States to IL ONLY!
Casting Alert!
Searching for:
- Clean shaven (mustache okay)
- short-haired MEN
- 18 to 40’s
- all ethnicities
- who can play firefighters on Chicago Fire on Monday April 3rd! Covid test on 3.31.
Also searching for:
- FEMALES
- 18 to 40’s,
- all ethnicities,
- to play firefighters!
We are filming a FIREFIGHTER ACADEMY TRAINING SCENE, and we are searching for MEN AND WOMEN ages 18 to 45, TO WORK ON MONDAY, APRIL 3rd. This will require a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Friday, March 31st.
These are paid, non-speaking extra roles! If you work all day you will receive a delicious meal. Yay! Our set caterers are the best!
We are filming a FF training classroom scene and an outside training course.
Local to Chicago, Suburbs, and Surrounding Border States to IL ONLY!
SEARCHING FOR:
- REAL FIREFIGHTERS,
- OR FIREFIGHTER TRAINEES,
- OR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS!! Ages 18 to 45.
Casting Alert:
We are filming a FIREFIGHTER ACADEMY TRAINING SCENE and we are searching for REAL FF’S/TRAINEES/FF VOLUNTEERS (all ethnicities, male and female, ages 18 to 45, TO WORK ON MONDAY, APRIL 3rd.
This will require a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Friday, March 31st.
These are paid, non-speaking extra roles! If you work all day you will receive a delicious meal. Yay! Our set caterers are the best!
We are filming a FF training classroom scene and an outside training course.
We love casting real FF’s as we want it to be REAL with great attention to actual FF energy and movements.
Some of our real firefighters/medics have been working with us for over ten years… it’s amazing. It is an honor to work with our first responders.
Chicago Casting Call: Be Part of Hulu’s The Bear Season 4
Are you based in Chicago and ready to be part of a hit TV series? The Bear, Hulu’s critically acclaimed show set in the heart of the city, is now casting local background actors and kitchen staff for its upcoming fourth season!
Filming will take place on location in Chicago, and the production is actively seeking real locals to help bring the story to life. Whether you’re an actor, a culinary professional, or just a fan of the series looking for your shot — this is your chance to join the action.
Now Casting Locals in Chicago
Casting Directors are looking for:
- Chicago-based talent only (must be local to the area)
- Background actors and kitchen staff for various roles
Featured Roles Include:
- Kitchen Staff: Line cooks, dishwashers, sous chefs, pastry chefs, and more. Real culinary experience is a big plus!
- Theater Attendees: Extras to portray audience members for specific scenes — no acting experience required.
About the Show
Set in Chicago, The Bear follows Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto, a young chef who returns home to run his family’s sandwich shop. The show has received widespread praise for its authenticity, intensity, and raw storytelling — especially its portrayal of the high-pressure restaurant world.
Season 4 will take the story even deeper, and this is your opportunity to be part of it in your own city.
How to Apply
Step 1: Sign Up on Project Casting
Create your free profile at ProjectCasting.com and make sure to:
- Upload a professional photo or headshot
- List any acting or culinary experience
- Highlight your availability and Chicago location
Step 2: Look for The Bear Season 4 Casting Calls
Search for the latest casting notices specific to The Bear and select roles that match your experience or interest.
Step 3: Submit Your Application
Follow the directions on each casting notice. Some roles may require a self-tape or in-person availability. Culinary roles may ask for experience or certifications.
Pro Tip: Familiarize yourself with The Bear‘s tone by watching past episodes — it’ll help you understand the world you’ll be stepping into.
Filming Begins Soon — Don’t Miss Out
Casting is ongoing, and filming is expected to begin in early 2025 right here in Chicago. Keep checking Project Casting for the latest updates and open roles.
Ready to Join One of TV’s Hottest Shows?
Whether you’re a seasoned actor, a chef with on-the-line experience, or just looking to get on set — this is your chance to work on a major production filming right in your hometown.
- Apply now through Project Casting and take the first step toward being part of The Bear Season 4.