$1,000/Day Universal Orlando Casting Call for Foodies

Role: Defendant — Tammy Fuller (Female, 54, Any Race)
Saaphyri Windsor claims Tammy Fuller caused brand damage and unlawfully resold products from Saaphyri’s company. Tammy argues she isn’t liable because she legally purchased the products and believes she had the right to use or resell what she bought—framing Saaphyri’s claim as an overreaction and a misunderstanding of ownership.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Tammy is a makeup artist—chill on the surface, but aggressive when she feels deceived. She’s smart, optimistic, and doesn’t like being painted as shady. Tammy may have once admired Saaphyri, but now she’s defensive and stubborn, insisting she did nothing illegal. She can switch from laid-back to sharp quickly when accused.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with grounded, natural delivery

• Comfortable portraying calm confidence that turns assertive under attack

• Able to argue logic/ownership clearly and consistently

• Strong reactive listening; can handle a quick-witted opponent

• Can portray hurt pride and defensiveness without becoming hostile
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Job Description

The short film “Atelophobia” is casting actors for principal roles in a tense, character-driven story centered on the disillusionment of perfection and the unease that grows when “normal” life starts to crack. The production is looking for performers who can deliver grounded dramatic work, subtle psychological tension, and emotionally controlled performances that escalate as suspicion and stress intensify.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted dramatic scenes with strong emotional realism and continuity.

• Take direction and adjust performance choices across multiple takes.

• Collaborate professionally with the director and production team.

• Maintain character consistency and deliver natural reactions to escalating tension.

• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to work with wardrobe/character notes provided by production.

Requirements

• Must match one of the character breakdowns below.

• Must be able to work as a local hire (production requests local talent).

• Strong dramatic acting ability and comfort portraying anxiety, suspicion, and psychological unease.

• Submission must include: headshot, resume, actor’s name, age, location, and a 1-minute dramatic clip (scene/monologue).

Roles Needed

Alec Schmidt (Lead, Male, 30s–40s, White)

• Brownish hair; clean, put-together appearance

• Personality: tense, controlled, anxiety breaking through; on edge and increasingly suspicious while trying to maintain normalcy.

Liz Schmidt (Supporting, Female, 30s–40s, White)

• Brunette; well-groomed, often in dresses; “seems perfect”

• Personality: calm on the surface but worn down; growing fragility under stress; heightened awareness of cameras/surveillance.

Chuck Palanaski (Supporting, Male, 40s–50s, Multi-racial)

• Slightly larger frame; thick-rimmed glasses; casual clothes showing wear

• Personality: outwardly cheerful/friendly but unsettling; controlled “surveyor” type who asserts influence and makes others uncomfortable.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice. Any pay, stipend, or credit information will be shared by production during the selection process.

Role: Defendant — Trevor Bennett (Male, 30s–40s, Any Race)
Amanda Davenport is suing private tutor Trevor Bennett for $200 after a limited-edition Funko Pop figure went missing while he had it. Trevor says he confiscated the item only because Ethan repeatedly disrupted the learning environment by showing it off. He claims he placed it safely in his desk drawer and intended to return it the next day—arguing he acted responsibly and the loss wasn’t due to negligence.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Trevor is calm, structured, and strict about classroom behavior. He sees himself as a professional who maintains order and boundaries, and he’s frustrated that discipline is being framed as wrongdoing. Trevor is measured and logical, emphasizing procedure: he confiscated it, stored it safely, and planned to return it. He may come off rigid, but he believes he did the right thing.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with grounded, controlled delivery

• Comfortable portraying calm authority and strict structure under accusation

• Able to explain actions clearly, logically, and consistently

• Strong reactive listening; can handle emotional parent confrontation without escalating

• Natural performance—professional, not villainous
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Plaintiff — Saaphyri Windsor (Female, 42, Any Race)
Saaphyri Windsor is suing Tammy Fuller for brand damage and unauthorized resale of products from Saaphyri’s company. Saaphyri claims Tammy’s actions harmed her business reputation and improperly profited from her products, turning what should have been support between friends into a violation of trust.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Saaphyri is an entrepreneur, model, and TV personality—quick-witted, outgoing, funny, and undeniably feisty. She’s confident and charismatic, but her fire is grounded in a strong moral code. To her, this isn’t just business—it’s integrity. She feels betrayed by someone she considered a friend, and she’s determined to protect her brand, make an example, and demand accountability.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with confident, natural delivery

• Comfortable portraying celebrity/entrepreneur presence (bold, polished, camera-ready)

• Able to balance humor with moral conviction and controlled anger

• Strong reactive listening and quick comebacks in confrontation

• Can clearly explain “brand damage” and the impact of unauthorized resale
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Job Description

An Off-Broadway premiere production of “From the Other Side of Darkness (When There’s No Place Like Home)” is seeking performers for a genre-defying, Afrofuturist cosmic odyssey set in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. This bold musical drama follows a trio of friends trapped inside a solar cyclone as they face a life-altering choice—escape the sun or embrace its power. The piece explores masculinity, mental health, race, love, and legacy, featuring gospel-choir harmonies, interpretive dance, and an original soundtrack. Rehearsals take place in NYC, with performances held in Downtown Manhattan.

Job Responsibilities

• Rehearse and perform as part of an Off-Broadway theatrical production.

• Deliver scripted scenes and musical/dramatic material with emotional depth and clarity.

• Participate in choreography and movement work, including interpretive dance elements.

• Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring the story, tone, and themes to life.

• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and preparedness throughout rehearsal and performance periods.

Requirements

• Must be able to rehearse and perform in New York City.

• Strong acting skills; musical theater experience is a plus.

• Comfortable with movement-based staging and interpretive dance.

• Ability to work in an ensemble environment and take direction efficiently.

• Availability for rehearsals beginning as soon as possible in NYC.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice. Selected performers will receive additional details regarding pay, stipends, and/or agreements during the casting process.

Role: Plaintiff Witness — Ethan Davenport (Male, 10–13, Any Race)
Ethan Davenport’s limited-edition Funko Pop figure went missing after his tutor, Trevor Bennett, confiscated it during a session due to classroom disruption. Ethan is the emotional center of the case—he’s deeply attached to his collectible and feels embarrassed, guilty, and upset about how everything escalated.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Ethan is shy, emotional, and intensely attached to his figures. He may struggle to speak up, especially around adults, but his feelings are big—loss, regret, and the fear that it’s his fault. He wants to be understood and may soften the conflict by being honest and sweet.
Requirements:

• Child performer who can take gentle direction and stay natural on camera

• Comfortable with light improv/reactive answers in a controlled setting

• Able to portray shyness, sincerity, and real emotion authentically

• Must be accompanied by parent/guardian as required for minors

• Calm temperament for a structured production environment
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Plaintiff — Amanda Davenport (Female, 35–45, Any Race)
Amanda Davenport is suing her son’s private tutor, Trevor Bennett, for $200—the replacement cost of a limited-edition Funko Pop figure that went missing while in Trevor’s possession. Amanda claims the collectible was taken during tutoring and never returned, and she wants accountability for the loss.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Amanda is a protective, assertive mother who doesn’t play when it comes to her child. She can be direct and demanding, especially when she believes an adult failed to safeguard something important. To Amanda, this isn’t “just a toy”—it’s a prized collectible that mattered deeply to her son, and losing it feels like disrespect and negligence. She’s determined to be heard and taken seriously.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with natural, grounded delivery

• Comfortable portraying firm, protective “mama bear” energy without going over-the-top

• Able to express frustration and moral certainty while staying believable

• Strong reactive listening and calm persistence under pushback

• Can clearly explain the item’s value and why accountability matters
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Job Description

A feature-length horror film is casting talent for multiple lead, supporting, featured, and background-featured roles in Buffalo. The production is seeking actors who can deliver strong emotional range—from fear and vulnerability to intensity and psychological tension—with several roles involving horror elements, unsettling atmosphere, and paranormal reactions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with clear emotional beats (fear, suspense, distress, confrontation).

• Take direction from the director and adjust performance for multiple takes.

• For select roles, portray horror-specific physicality (e.g., unnatural movement, heightened reactions).

• Participate in atmospheric scenes requiring strong nonverbal acting.

• For applicable roles, safely perform light stunt/action as directed (with production guidance).

• Maintain professionalism on set and collaborate with cast/crew.

Requirements

• Must match one of the listed character breakdowns (age ranges/role types below).

• Strong availability for filming in the Buffalo area (details provided upon selection).

• Comfort with horror themes and emotionally intense scenes.

• Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian on set.

• Ability to provide submission materials (as requested by production): full name, phone, email, location (city/state), current headshot & full body shot, resume or IMDb link, height, estimated weight, t-shirt size, shoe size.

Roles Needed

Lead Roles

• Young Joel (Male, age range 5–6): Sweet, expressive, energetic; must portray terror and vulnerability in haunting scenes.

• Young Scott (Male, age range 5–6): Joel’s twin; sweet, expressive; must perform synchronized reactions with sibling actor.

• Teen Joel (Male, age range 13–15): Emotionally fractured teen; includes school-void moment and confrontation.

• Joel (Male, age range 16–19): Portrays addiction spiral; must portray paranoia, collapse, fear.

• Older Joel (Male, age range 18–25): Newly sober but haunted; includes early adult haunting and possession elements.

Supporting Roles

• Mother (Female, age range 25–40): Terrified but loving; emotional depth needed for breakdown scenes.

• Father (Male, age range 30–45): Intense/volatile; includes physical scenes (safe stunt work/choreography).

• Ryan (Male, age range 12–15): Appears in an emotional flashback related to family trauma; safe stunt work.

Featured Roles

• Shadow Entity (Male, any ethnicity): Height 6’0”+ preferred; must move unnaturally; comfortable with SFX/VFX suits and makeup.

• Priest (Male, age range 40–50): Calm, authoritative presence; attempts spiritual cleansing.

• Motel Clerk (Male, age 30s): Friendly but subtly unsettled; small role with strong atmospheric impact.

Background Featured

• Neighbors (Male & Female, age range 25–65, any ethnicity): React to paranormal disturbances; strong nonverbal acting required.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice. Any pay, stipends, and terms will be discussed with selected talent during the booking process.

Role: Plaintiff Witness — Alexander Carter III (Male, 10, Any Race)
Alexander Carter Jr.’s family is in conflict with their neighbor, Lynn Mendoza, after a weeping willow tree on their property was allegedly poisoned. As Alexander’s 10-year-old son, the child witness can speak to the tree’s meaning in the family, what he observed about the neighborhood tension, and how the damage affected home life.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: A gentle, observant kid who feels the stress between adults and wants things to be okay again. He may be loyal to his dad, sad about the tree, and confused about why neighbors can’t get along. His role is heartfelt and grounded—showing the emotional impact on a family rather than arguing technical details.
Requirements:

• Child performer who can take gentle direction and remain natural on camera

• Comfortable with light improv/reactive answers in a controlled setting

• Able to convey sincerity, concern, and family attachment authentically

• Must be accompanied by parent/guardian as required for minors

• Calm temperament for a structured production environment
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Defendant — Lynn Mendoza (Female, 52, Filipino-American)
Alexander Carter Jr. claims Lynn Mendoza intentionally poisoned his weeping willow tree, causing costly damage and restoration expenses. Lynn argues the tree encroached onto her property and created excessive leaves and debris she constantly had to clean up, causing more harm than good. She also denies the accusation and states Alexander has no evidence she poisoned the tree.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Lynn is a 52-year-old single Filipino-American HR Coordinator whose job title contrasts with her difficult interpersonal style. She’s bossy, guarded, and has a know-it-all edge—often coming off unfriendly and hard to work with. Underneath is a highly neurotic, easily triggered temperament. After her father passed, she moved in with her mother three years ago, and her patience is thin—especially about what she sees as property issues and boundaries. Lynn frames herself as the practical neighbor dealing with constant mess and damage, not a villain poisoning a tree.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with sharp, grounded presence

• Comfortable portraying bossy/neurotic energy without becoming a caricature

• Able to deliver defensiveness and “property rights” arguments clearly

• Strong reactive listening; can handle accusations and stay composed (or believably bristle)

• Natural delivery that balances irritation, control, and self-justification
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Plaintiff — Alexander Carter Jr. (Male, 38, Any Race)
Alexander Carter Jr. is suing his next-door neighbor, Lynn Mendoza, claiming she intentionally poisoned his weeping willow tree—an heirloom with deep family history and sentimental value. Alexander says Lynn’s malicious actions caused significant damage and forced him to pay costly restoration expenses to try to save the tree.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Alexander is a highly intelligent, family-oriented small business owner who runs a local café while raising two young kids. He’s responsible and always on the go, but generally laid back about things he considers “not worth the stress.” This is worth the stress. He inherited his home from his parents and has lived there for seven years—so the tree represents legacy, memory, and stability. He’s had ongoing tension with Lynn since she moved in three years ago, and he’s done being “the easygoing neighbor” when he believes someone attacked something precious to his family.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with natural, grounded delivery

• Able to portray calm competence that shifts into protective anger and heartbreak

• Comfortable delivering a values-based argument (legacy, family history, home)

• Strong reactive listening when challenged on proof and assumptions

• Can explain conflict history and damages/repairs clearly and consistently
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour

Role: Plaintiff — Jenna Rowland (Female, 32, Any Race)
Jenna Rowland is suing Patrick “Pat” Solis for $4,850 after a golf cart rental incident in Catalina. Jenna claims she was rented an unsafe golf cart, leading to a crash that cracked her iPad ($1,200), caused a sprained wrist requiring urgent care ($450), resulted in wrongful charges ($1,900), and left her seeking pain and suffering damages ($1,300). Jenna maintains she was being cautious and responsible, and that the equipment failure and handling issues put her in danger.

We are casting featured participants to portray individuals involved in a real small-claims case for the unscripted TV series Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams. This role requires strong improv ability, grounded real-person energy, and the ability to bring believable emotional nuance to reenactments.

Character Overview: Jenna is a hardworking Los Angeles marketing consultant who’s constantly stretched thin by demanding clients and nonstop deadlines. She’s independent and careful, but prone to overthinking—and she prides herself on being responsible. After the crash, she’s shaken and frustrated, feeling like her caution still wasn’t enough because the situation was out of her control. She’s determined to be taken seriously and reimbursed for real losses, not dismissed as a dramatic tourist.
Requirements:

• Strong improv ability with natural, grounded delivery

• Able to portray anxious overthinking, stress, and controlled frustration authentically

• Comfortable playing “responsible professional” energy under scrutiny

• Strong reactive listening when challenged about driving behavior and choices

• Can clearly communicate itemized damages and injury impact without sounding rehearsed
  Compensation:

• $20 per hour