Y Casting & Creative House

Open Casting Call for Dance Short Film

Job Description

A finalist project for the Innovate Dance Film Showcase is casting union and non-union performers for the upcoming short film Along the Road. Filming will take place in Metro Vancouver, with rehearsals scheduled in mid-July and production at the end of the month. This magical realism dance film explores themes of friendship, heritage, and cultural connection across generations.

Casting directors are seeking performers with movement experience for multiple roles. Lion dance experience is a strong asset for one featured child role, while movement or dance experience is preferred for most adult characters. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the film’s featured or supporting characters.
• Participate in scheduled movement rehearsals before filming.
• Perform choreographed movement and dramatic scenes on camera.
• Collaborate with the director and creative team throughout production.

Requirements

• Open to both union and non-union performers.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Available for rehearsals on July 16–22.
• Available for filming on July 30–31 in Metro Vancouver.
• Submit a headshot, demo reel, and CV.

Roles Available

• Rian – Chinese child, open gender (approximately age 9), curious and energetic with movement or dance experience. Lion dance experience is a strong asset.
• Indian Person at Silk Road – Open gender, approximately age 30. Movement experience preferred.
• Chinese Person at Silk Road – Open gender, approximately age 30. Movement experience preferred.
• Punjabi Man on Railroad – Ages 20–30. Movement experience preferred.
• Chinese Man on Railroad – Ages 20–30. Movement experience preferred.
• Punjabi Grandpa – Ages 60–80. Good comedic timing is a plus.
• Chinese Grandpa – Ages 60–80. Comfortable portraying a gentle daily park stroll.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity for selected performers.
• Work on an Innovate Dance Film Showcase finalist project.
• Gain professional film and dance performance experience.