Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Male Actor-Musicians for BBC TV Drama (Liverpool Accent Required)

Job Description
A BBC TV drama about the early days of a famous British band is casting male actor-musicians (or musicians with an interest in acting) ages 18–23 to portray band members in an upcoming series. This is a paid Equity job and is open to performers without professional acting experience, as long as they have strong musical ability, the right look/energy, and an authentic Liverpool accent. Filming is expected to take place across the UK and Germany during the spring/summer 2026 window.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a band member in scripted scenes for a BBC drama series
• Perform as an actor-musician with believable stage presence and character work
• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across takes
• Be prepared for rehearsals and prep ahead of filming

Requirements

• Male actors/musicians, ages 18–23
• Must have a strong Liverpool accent
• Must be available to shoot in the UK and Germany during the filming window
• Musical ability required (actor-musicians or musicians interested in acting)
• No professional acting experience required

Compensation

• Paid Equity role (rate provided upon selection)

Female Ensemble Members for Broadway Revival Musical

Job Description
An upcoming Broadway revival of a hit musical is casting Black female ensemble performers in their 20s–30s. Production is seeking amazing singer/dancers with strong rhythm, versatility across dance styles, and comfort performing period-inspired movement. This ensemble opportunity is ideal for professional musical theatre talent who can deliver high-energy performance, strong musicality, and polished stage presence. Principal covers may be selected from within the ensemble.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a Broadway musical ensemble with advanced dance performance

• Execute choreography across multiple dance styles with strong timing and musicality

• Support storytelling through character-driven movement, gestures, and period social dances

• Work collaboratively with the creative team and maintain professional rehearsal/performance etiquette

• Potentially cover principal tracks if selected from the ensemble

Requirements

• Black female performers, 20s–30s

• Strong singer/dancer skill set with excellent musicality and rhythm

• Proficient in multiple dance styles

• Familiar with movement/gestures and social dances of the 60s and 70s

• Prepared with headshot and resume

• Bring jazz shoes and/or sneakers and clothing you can move in

• If submitting a self-tape: include a slate (Name, Height, Location) and follow provided material guidelines

Compensation

• Broadway contract compensation (exact rate not listed)

Sports Debate Series Casting: Fans, Haters & Trivia Contestants

Job Description
A fast-paced sports debate series is now casting bold, opinionated personalities for an upcoming block of episodes. If you love arguing hot takes, defending your team, or calling out rivals, this is your chance to be featured in a high-energy sports talk show format. Casting is looking for Celtics haters, Luka Dončić haters, college basketball fans, and sports trivia contestants who can bring big opinions and quick reactions on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in on-camera sports debates, fan vs hater segments, or trivia-style gameplay.

• Share strong opinions, reactions, and commentary while staying engaging and camera-ready.

• Follow producer direction during conversations, challenges, and competitive moments.

• Help create fun, lively sports content with personality and humor.

Requirements

• Must be comfortable speaking on camera and expressing clear sports opinions.

• Must be knowledgeable about basketball topics (NBA and/or college basketball preferred).

• Big personalities encouraged: passionate fans, confident haters, and quick thinkers for trivia.

• Able to participate during the scheduled production window (details provided upon selection).

Compensation

• Compensation details not listed.

Egyptian Background Actors Needed for Non-Union TV Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting Egyptian background talent for upcoming filming in Winnipeg and surrounding areas. Production is seeking Egyptian people of all genders and all ages who can help bring authentic community moments to screen. This is a paid background acting opportunity, and talent must be available for full-day and evening work during the filming window. Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as background talent in scripted scenes for a non-union TV series.

• Follow on-set direction, hit marks, and maintain continuity between takes.

• Be camera-ready and professional throughout long filming days and evening calls.

Requirements

• Egyptian people, all genders, all ages.

• Non-union performers only.

• Must be a Manitoba resident and have a valid SIN (as required by production).

• Must be able to work in Winnipeg and surrounding areas as a local hire.

• Full-day and evening availability during the filming window provided by production.

Compensation

• $200 per day.

Bears Bears Bears (R&D Stage Production)

Job Description
A paid R&D theatre opportunity is now casting actors for an upcoming development week of a new stage production. This project is seeking strong performers who can bring sharp character work, natural comedy, and grounded emotion to a contemporary play setting. Actors from underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be based in Greater Manchester, with rehearsals/auditions taking place in Manchester City Centre.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for an R&D development process ahead of a future premiere.

• Collaborate with the creative team in readings, scene work, and exploratory staging.

• Take direction, adjust performance choices quickly, and support an ensemble environment.

• Bring clear character specificity, timing, and truthful emotional beats to the work.

Requirements

• Must be Greater Manchester-based and able to work in Manchester City Centre.

• Seeking actors to play ages 30–35 for the following roles:

  • Jen: confident, dry-witted, funny, impulsive, creative/arty appearance.

  • Jake: sarcastic, self-conscious, self-deprecating, outdoorsy, hipster vibe.

  • Jodi: wears her heart on her sleeve, a little naive, modest, always well-groomed.

• Performance materials typically requested include a Spotlight link and CV and/or showreel.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate not listed).

Lead Role: Male Lite Feet Dancer (Feature Film)

Job Description
A major motion picture is now holding an open casting call for male Lite Feet dancers of all styles and specialties to portray an 18-year-old character in a leading role. This film casting is looking for performers with real dance ability, strong presence, and the confidence to carry scenes rooted in Harlem’s Lite Feet culture. Acting experience is welcome but not required—if you can move, perform, and bring authentic energy on camera, this is a standout opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an 18-year-old character with authenticity, emotion, and strong on-camera presence.

• Perform Lite Feet dance (and related street styles) confidently for filmed scenes and choreography moments.

• Take direction from the director and choreo/creative team for movement, blocking, and performance beats.

• Work professionally on a feature film set alongside cast and crew.

• Bring consistency across takes while maintaining character and performance.

Requirements

• Male Lite Feet dancers and street-style dancers of all specialties encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to portray an 18-year-old.

• Acting experience is not required (dance skill and presence are most important).

• Must be comfortable performing on camera and taking direction.

• Reliable, professional, and available for feature film production needs.

Compensation

• Paid role (rate and terms provided upon selection).

Background Patrons (With or Without Car)

Job Description
A TV production is casting background patrons to appear in restaurant-style scenes. Casting is seeking fresh faces who can bring natural, everyday energy on camera and follow direction in a fast-moving set environment. Talent may be booked as a standard patron or as a patron with a car, which includes an additional car bump. If you’re local to Atlanta and ready for paid background work, this is a great last-chance opportunity to get on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a restaurant patron in background scenes with natural reactions and realistic movement.

• Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Maintain a camera-ready appearance and consistent actions throughout filming.

• If booked with a car, drive/park as directed and maintain vehicle continuity for the scene.

• Work professionally and collaboratively with cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, GA.

• Comfortable working as background talent in a restaurant environment.

• Must provide recent clear photos and basic details for consideration.

• If submitting with a car: vehicle cannot be red or white; be ready to share car year, make, model, and color.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a full shoot day.

Compensation

• $175 for up to 12 hours.

• $35 car bump (if booked with a car).

OPEN CASTING CALL — BACKGROUND ACTORS

HULU’s The Bear — Season 4
CASTING BY: 4 STAR CASTING
PROJECT: The Bear — Season 4
ROLE TYPE: Background Actors (Extras)
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
RATE: TBD
UNION STATUS: Non-Union

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

4 Star Casting is holding an Open Casting Call for background actors to appear in HULU’s hit series The Bear — Season 4. Production is seeking a wide variety of looks, ages, and backgrounds to portray restaurant patrons, pedestrians, kitchen staff, and general Chicago locals.
No prior acting experience is required for background roles.

WHO SHOULD APPLY

• All genders
• All ethnicities
• Ages 18+
• Must be legally able to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Chicago, IL
• Must be reliable and able to follow on-set direction

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This opportunity is cast by 4 Star Casting.
It is completely FREE to apply.

About The Bear:

The Bear is a critically acclaimed American comedy-drama series produced by FX Productions for FX on Hulu. The series was created by Christopher Storer, who also serves as showrunner and executive producer, and is widely recognized for its grounded storytelling and realistic depiction of professional kitchen culture.

Production Overview

• Creator: Christopher Storer
• Studio: FX Productions
• Network / Streaming Platform: FX on Hulu in the United States; Disney+ internationally
• Executive Producers: Christopher Storer, Joanna Calo, Hiro Murai, Josh Senior, Matty Matheson, and Tyson Bidner
• Culinary Producer: Courtney Storer, a professional chef and Christopher Storer’s sister
• Genre: Comedy-drama
• Episode Runtime: Half-hour format, typically ranging from approximately 20 to 48 minutes

Filming & Development

FX ordered the pilot for The Bear in March 2021, with the series officially greenlit in October 2021. Filming takes place primarily in Chicago, Illinois, with the real-life restaurant Mr. Beef on Orleans Street serving as both inspiration and a key filming location for the fictional “Original Beef of Chicagoland.” Later seasons expanded production internationally, including scenes shot in Singapore, Bangkok, and Hong Kong.

The series is known for its distinctive visual and audio style, using fast editing, overlapping dialogue, and heightened sound design to reflect the intensity of a working kitchen. Notably, the Season 1 episode “Review” was filmed as a single continuous 17-minute take. Seasons 3 and 4 were filmed back-to-back beginning in February 2024, with Season 4 released in June 2025 and a fifth season announced for 2026.

Cast

The main ensemble includes Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Abby Elliott, Lionel Boyce, Liza Colón-Zayas, and Matty Matheson, who also serves as an executive producer.

Lioness Paid Background Actors (Active/Reserve Military)

Job Description
A new production is seeking active duty and reserve military for paid, non-speaking background roles. This is a great opportunity for military extras and background actors who want on-set experience and a professional credit in a high-energy project.

The espionage thriller Lioness has officially been renewed for Season 3, with Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman returning as stars and executive producers. The new season moved forward after scheduling and deal logistics were finalized, with production planning shaped around the leads’ busy film calendars. Season 3 is expected to ramp up following a longer gap after Season 2, as the series continues its high-stakes storytelling centered on the Lioness program and the personal sacrifices that come with it.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray military personnel in non-speaking background scenes for the production

• Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and background team

• Arrive camera-ready, on time, and prepared for wardrobe/continuity as needed

• Maintain professional conduct on set throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be active duty or reserve military (relevant experience required)

• Comfortable working as a non-speaking background actor

• Able to provide recent, clear photos (headshot and full-body) during the application process

• Must provide accurate contact details and work eligibility information when requested

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate and details provided upon booking)

• Professional on-set experience and production credit opportunity

Women Docu-Series Casting: Authentic Friend Groups in Hawai‘i

Job Description
A new docu-series is now casting in Hawai‘i and looking for a tight-knit, authentic women’s friend group whose power, ambition, and sisterhood reflect modern island life. If you and your inner circle have big personalities, real bonds, and a story worth sharing, this reality docu-series casting opportunity is for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate on camera as part of a real-life friend group in a docu-series format

• Share authentic moments, conversations, and experiences that reflect your lifestyle and culture

• Collaborate with producers during filming and follow basic production direction

• Maintain professionalism throughout the casting and filming process

Requirements

• Women based in Hawai‘i (or with a strong, authentic connection to island life)

• A real friend group with genuine chemistry and long-standing relationships

• Comfortable being filmed in unscripted/docu-style scenes

• Must meet eligibility requirements provided during the application process

Compensation

• Compensation details will be shared with selected participants during casting/booking