Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions
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Production Title: HBO ‘Somebody Somewhere’
Job Description: Casting directors are now casting extras to work on scenes filming in Western Suburbs on Tuesday, July 5th. Must be available to work from the said date.
Roles:
Assisted Living Patients
- Male or female
- All ethnicities
Assisted Living Worker
- Age range: 21-30 years old
- Male or female
- All ethnicities
Museum Goers
- 18 to 60 years old
- All genders
- All ethnicities
- We would love to have a couple of wheelchair users booked and possibly a militaristic type.
Covid Test: Friday, July 1st, 2022
Rate: Pay is $120 for up to 8 hours plus time and one half overtime
plus $50 for coming in for a covid test
Production Title: STARZ Power IV: Force
Job Description: Casting directors are now casting extra to work on scenes filming in Chicago, Illinois, on Friday, July 1st. Must be available to work from the said date.
Role: Extras
- Male or Female
- Age range: 20-45 years old
- African American
Covid Test: June 30th, 2022
Rate: Pay is $120/8 + Covid Test Bump
Covid Testing Rate: $60/4
*To be eligible to work on POWER IV: FORCE, the production requires that you verify that you are “Up To Date” (Fully vaccinated + booster shot completed if eligible for) on your COVID-19 vaccination. Please only submit yourself if you are fully vaccinated and willing to provide documentation of your vaccination status to our project’s health and safety department.
“Up-to-date” means the following:
- A two-dose Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination series, and if eligible, a booster dose for those 5+ months past their second shot. Currently, the Pfizer booster is approved for everyone ages 12+.
- A two-dose Moderna COVID-19 vaccination series and, if eligible, a booster dose for those 5+ months past their second shot. Currently, the Moderna booster is approved for everyone ages 18 and up.
- A single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccination, and if eligible, a booster dose for those who are 2+ months past their single dose. The Johnson & Johnson booster is approved for everyone ages 18 and up, but an mRNA booster is recommended in many cases.
- OR If you are not yet eligible for your booster shot, your vaccine status is considered up to date. You must obtain your booster promptly once you become eligible and submit validation that you received your booster dose.
Production Title: Skincare Commercial
Job Description: Casting directors are now casting actors to work on scenes filming in Chicago, Illinois.
Role: 7 Real People
- Teen-focused that have mild to moderate Acne
- Age Range: 12-25 years old.
Covid Test: TBD
Rate: Pay is $$
Production Title: WALMART Commercial
Job Description: Casting directors are now casting actors to work on scenes filming in Chicago, Illinois, from Friday, July 1st to Wednesday, July 8th. Must be able to work from the said date.
Role:
- Female Walker
- Forty-five years of age and older.
- All ethnicities
- All genders
- Curbside Bike Age: 18 – 40 years old
- All ethnicities
- All genders
- Play Couple
- The 40s with CAR
- All ethnicities
- All genders
- Bakery Pie / Friends/ Walkers
- Age Range: 20-40 years old
- All ethnicities
- All genders
Covid Test: TBD
Rate: Pay is $$
Production Title: HBO ‘Somebody Somewhere’
Job Description: Casting directors are now casting extras to work on scenes filmed in Western Suburbs and Chicago, Illinois, on Wednesday, June 29th. Must be available to work from the said date.
Role: Corporate Office Workers
- All Ethnicities
- Male and Female
- Age: 25-55 years old
- You will be interacting with “tech” and “co-workers.”
Covid Test: June 28, 2022
Rate: $$200 for up to 8 hours + $50 for Covid testing
Production Title: STARZ ‘Power IV: Force’
Job Description: Casting directors are now casting baby photo to work on scenes filming in Chicago Illinois.
Casting: Baby Photo
- Male or female
- 6 months to 18 months old
- Latino
Covid Test: Not required
Rate: Pay is $175/day
Production Title: HBO ‘Somebody Somewhere’
Job Description: Casting directors are now casting extras to work on scenes filmed in Western Suburbs and Chicago, Illinois, on Tuesday, June 28th. Must be available to work from the said date.
Role: Background Extras
- All Ethnicities
- Male and Female
- 18 years old and above
- You need your own transportation. Some scenes are in Chicago. Most are in the Western Suburbs.
Covid Test:TBD
Rate: $120+ OT +$50 for COVID Testing
Production Title: WALMART Commercial
Job Description: Casting directors are now casting stand-in to work on scenes filming in Chicago, Illinois.
Casting: Boy or Girl Stand-In
- Latino or Caucasian
- 6-9 years old
- around 4FT tall
Covid Test: June 23nd, 2022
Rate: Pay is $$
Production Title: HBO ‘Somebody Somewhere’
Job Description: Casting directors are now casting extras to work on scenes filmed in Western Suburbs and Chicago, Illinois, from Thursday, June 23rd to Thursday, June 30th. Must be available to work from the said date.
Role: Featured Extras
- All Ethnicities
- Male and Female
- 18 years old and above
- You need your own transportation. Some scenes are in Chicago. Most are in the Western Suburbs.
Covid Test:TBD
Rate: $120+ OT +$50 for COVID Testing
Production Title: Justified: City Primeval
Job Description: Casting directors are now casting extras to work on scenes filming in Chicago, Illinois, from Thursday, June 23rd to Friday, June 24th. Must be able to work from the said date.
Role: Car Drivers
- All ethnicities
- 18 years old and above
- Must have own cars
- No white or very bright colors car
Covid Test: June 23rd, 2022
Rate: Pay is $120/8 hours + $50 for COVID testing
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.