Larissa Mair Casting

Musician Look-Alikes – Documentary Series (Greater Toronto Area)

Job Description
A documentary series is seeking non-union talent who closely resemble well-known musicians for exciting look-alike roles. This project is ideal for passionate musicians ready to step into the spotlight as real-life legends. All talent must reside in the Greater Toronto Area and have the skills to authentically portray these music icons on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Accurately portray a musician look-alike for a documentary series

• Demonstrate strong thrash metal guitar skills (Nikan Khosravi role) or drumming ability (Tommy Aldridge role)

• Participate in filming, including both dramatic and musical scenes

• Work with the production team to ensure authentic representation

• Maintain professional conduct throughout the filming process

Requirements

• Must be non-union and reside in the Greater Toronto Area

• For Nikan Khosravi: Male, Iranian, 18–22, must play thrash metal guitar, be seen as a teen/young adult

• For Tommy Aldridge: Male, early 30s, white, tall, with brunette curly/tightly curled hair and sharp features, must have some drumming ability

• Resemblance to the specified musician is essential

• Comfortable performing in front of the camera and able to follow direction

Compensation

• Paid documentary role

• Opportunity to gain exposure in a high-profile project

Casting Call: Thrash Metal Talent for Documentary Series

A new documentary series is seeking non-union performers for a featured episode in production. Titled Into The Void, this episode explores the underground thrash metal scene and its cultural roots. The production is casting multiple roles and looking for real musicians, look-alikes, and individuals who embody the spirit of the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray band members and musicians in a stylized documentary segment

• Perform or mime playing thrash metal guitar (if cast as musician)

• Participate in filmed interviews or reenactment-style scenes

• Collaborate with creative team to bring authenticity to character portrayals

Requirements

• Must be a non-union performer

• Must reside in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)

• Must pay taxes in Ontario

• Must be available for the production schedule

• Persian and Iranian talent highly encouraged to apply (ages 18–60s)

• Long hair or long beards preferred for visual accuracy

• Thrash metal guitar skills are a strong plus

• Seeking look-alikes for real-life band members

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rates shared upon selection)

• Professional exposure on a documentary platform

• Creative credit for participation

Casting for Documentary Series “Into the Void” – Death Metal Musicians Needed

Job Description
A documentary series is seeking non-union actors for a project based on the life of legendary death metal musician Chuck Schuldiner. This production is looking for talent to portray Chuck and his bandmates during the 1980s. The series will highlight the evolution of death metal and Schuldiner’s impact on the genre.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray either Chuck Schuldiner or band members in the documentary
• Perform on set in historically accurate recreations of key moments in Schuldiner’s life
• Play guitar, drums, or bass for performance scenes
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure an authentic portrayal

Requirements

• Must be a non-union performer
• Must reside in the Greater Toronto Area and pay taxes in Ontario
• Chuck Schuldiner Role: Male, white, long brown hair (or willing to wear a wig), age 34 appearance, must play guitar and be familiar with heavy metal music
• Band Members Role: Male, any ethnicity, mid-30s, must play guitar, bass, or drums, and have a “heavy metal” look
• Facial hair alterations may be required
• Some roles may require actors to portray multiple characters

Compensation

• Hero roles: $350 per filming day
• Background roles: $300 per filming day
• Professional credit in a high-profile documentary series