Ashley Guaragna Casting

Many and Few – Peter (Supporting Role)

Job Description
A dramatic short film is casting an actor for Peter, a key supporting role in Many and Few, a non-union thesis short film exploring masculinity, mentorship, and emotional influence. Peter is Leonard’s young apprentice—naive, eager to learn, and deeply affected by his mentor’s approval. As Leonard’s stability begins to falter, Peter is forced to confront the emotional weight Leonard holds in his life, revealing a layered and evolving dynamic. This role offers a strong dramatic opportunity with emotional depth and subtle character growth.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a sincere, emotionally responsive supporting character

• Bring authenticity to a mentor-apprentice relationship on screen

• Collaborate with the director and lead actor to develop character dynamics

• Perform physical scenes related to landscaping work

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 25–35

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Ability to convey vulnerability and emotional nuance

• Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds

• Acting experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• $100 per day

Many and Few – Leonard (Lead Role)

Job Description
A dramatic short film is seeking an actor to portray Leonard, the lead role in Many and Few, a non-union thesis short film exploring masculinity, legacy, and emotional transformation. Leonard is a seasoned landscaper whose grip on reality slowly begins to slip as he reflects on his career, personal pride, and complicated relationships. Through his interactions with his apprentice and the shadow of his father, Leonard confronts both the beauty and the weight that have shaped his life. This role offers a rich, character-driven performance ideal for actors drawn to introspective drama.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver a nuanced, emotionally grounded lead performance

• Portray internal conflict through subtle, character-driven acting

• Collaborate closely with the director to explore themes of masculinity and identity

• Perform physical scenes related to landscaping work

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 40–55

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Strong dramatic acting ability with emotional range

• Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds

• Previous on-camera experience preferred

Compensation

• $150 per day

Live Script Reading Casting Call

Job Description
Actors are invited to participate in live script readings for an upcoming film festival event. Selected scripts from the competition will be performed in front of a dynamic audience, giving writers and filmmakers the chance to see their work come alive for the first time. This is a unique opportunity for actors to showcase their talent, collaborate with directors and writers, and contribute to an inspiring celebration of storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform live readings of selected scripts in front of an audience

• Collaborate with writers and directors during rehearsals

• Bring authentic performances to showcase emerging film and TV scripts

• Be available for rehearsals and live events throughout the festival

Requirements

• Must be available for the full duration of the festival dates

• Must be comfortable performing live readings on stage

• Strong ability to adapt quickly and deliver expressive performances

• Open to collaboration with writers, directors, and fellow actors

Compensation

• Festival passes or badges provided in exchange for participation

• 1 live reading = complimentary Film Pass

• 2 live readings = complimentary Lone Star Badge

• 3 live readings = complimentary Weekend Badge

• 4 live readings = complimentary Conference Badge

• 5 live readings = complimentary Producers Badge