Casting directors and producers for The Originals are now seeking extras for featured roles in the TV series.
The Originals is a spin-off from The Vampire Diaries and set in New Orleans, The Originals centers on the Mikaelson siblings, otherwise known as the world’s original vampires: Klaus (Joseph Morgan), Elijah (Daniel Gillies), and Rebekah (Claire Holt). Now Klaus must take down his protégé, Marcel (Charles Michael Davis), who is now in charge of New Orleans, in order to re-take his city, as he originally built New Orleans.
Tammy Smith Casting of Atlanta posted a casting call looking for male bodyguards and security for a role in the tv series.
For more details, check out the casting call below:
For “The Originals” – MALE BODYGUARDS & SECURITY
Filming 5/2, 5/6 & 5/8 – possible 2 or 3 day booking!!
Filming in CONYERS, GEORGIA
>>>PLEASE SUBMIT OVER THE WEEKEND FOR PHOTO BOARD PRESENTATIONS
**PLEASE READ CAREFULLY- there is aLOT of info before you submit***
Casting for a MEN ages 18 to 45 all ethnicities, to be featured werewolf security and bodyguard types.
**These men are a mix of rustic guys…think physically fit and blue collar tough guys (longer hair and facial hair is a plus, but not mandatory)
—and—-
also slick, tough guys (the kind you see in suits…think mafia or bouncer types).
**Acting experience is preferred, for reactions and interaction
NOTES:
>Pay rate is $125 for 8 hrs with OT after that.
>In addition to the work dates listed above, you should have an open schedule starting next Wed thru May 8th, in case of schedule changes after you are chosen.
>Please list ANY tattoos that you have on your arms or neck, IF any. The wardrobe is most likely long sleeve, but just in case it is not….
>New faces are preferred, OR repeats ok, as long as you have not been featured before or anyone that plays one of our vampires, witches, warlocks, or werewolves, etc… you know who you are!!
>Photos must be submitted by Monday morning for selections by the director.
Please submit to [email protected]
and put “TOUGH WEREWOLVES” in the subject.
**We will notify you if you are being submitted to the director and producers
CURRENT PHOTOS- Headshots (professional) and/or ALSO regular current photos of you, from the waist or shoulders up and also a full length…casual and not a professional shot, – make sure if you submit a headshot that you also submit a photo of you that is NOT a professionally taken shot
***AND:
INCLUDING A MORE SERIOUS PHOTO (no smile) is recommended to increase your chance of getting the job.
Then please List the following:
NAME
PHONE NUMBER (s)
Email address
CITY and STATE where you live
AGE
Height
Weight
Sizes: Jacket, collar, sleeve, waist, inseam, shoe
**LIST any real experience you have that is relatable (security guard, bodyguard, police, military, etc…) Not mandatory but good to know…
ACTING EXPERIENCE (either attach a resume IF you have one or list your acting or set experience, IF you have any)
NOTE: YOU MUST BE WILLING TO WORK IN CONYERS as a LOCAL
Casting directors and producers for HBO’s ‘Boardwalk Empire’ casting call in New York City.
Boardwalk Empire centers Atlantic City, New Jersey during the 1920′s Prohibition era.
Boardwalk Empire stars Steve Buscemi as Nucky Thompson.
The show was developed by Emmy Award-winning screenwriter and producer Terence Winter (Terence Winter was the previous screenwriter and producer of the hit HBO series The Sopranos) from a book about historical criminal kingpin Enoch L. Johnson by Nelson Johnson, titled Boardwalk Empire: The Birth, High Times, and Corruption of Atlantic City.
Casting directors are seeking burlesque dancers to work on an upcoming episode.
For more details, check out the casting call below:
Seeking SAG-AFTRA/NON-UNION young, attractive Burlesque Dancers with natural curves in a 1930s Burlesque Club for work on HBO’s “Boardwalk Empire”. Shoots in New York with work dates TBD. Definitely no tattoos and you must be comfortable working around smoke. Please send recent candid photos along with your contact info and sizes to [email protected]. Put in the subject line: Facebook, Name, Burlesque Dancer, Union Status, Phone Number (For example: Facebook, Name, Burlesque Dancer, SAG-AFTRA, 555-555-5555).
Casting directors for The Sundance Network TV series ‘Rectify’ is currently seeking kids, teens, and adults for featured roles in the series filming outside Atlanta, Georgia.
‘Rectify’ centers on the story of a man released from prison after spending twenty years on death row. The series is created and written by Ray McKinnon from ‘Sons of Anarchy’ and is executive produced by the Emmy Award® winning producers behind Breaking Bad and the upcoming Halt and Catch Fire.
For more details see the casting call below:
For Monday in Griffin GA — looking for middle school grade student types – around 14 – 16 years old tops –
Looking for some men and women with cars 20’s to 50’s cars must not be red or white – some trucks and SUVs great as well —
Also looking for a male or female 18 or younger even if that’s possible that looks super young but has a bull style nose ring —
Also not for Monday but upcoming looking for two caucasian female stand ins/possible photo doubles ideally with at least some set experience – stand in experience great – one around 5’6 with short hair – color can vary dark blonde to brownish possibly even some grey — The other stand in caucasian female around 5’3-5’4 and very very petite/slim with brown to dark brown hair not too short and not too long —
FOR ALL email a recent photo, color make and model of your car or truck to: [email protected]— Stand ins specifically make sure to include height, weight and all clothing sizes
UPDATE: Casting directors are seeking additional talent!
Also for Monday looking for a couple of additional men and women – business types with nice business attire — No one that has previously worked on rectify — Available tomorrow early AM in Griffin — email a recent photo, make model and color of car and all contact info to: [email protected]
Feature Film “Sin Seer” is now casting female talents to be in the movie.
The movie centers on ROSE RICARD who has been given a very special gift by God — the ability to see the sin a person carries in their soul. While she uses her gift to, hopefully, rights the wrongs in society, she also knows the gift comes with a price tag.
The cast also includes Isaiah Washington (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Lisa Arrindell Anderson (“Madea’s Family Reunion”), Michael Ironside (“Vegas”) and C. Thomas Howell (“Criminal Minds”).
Check out the casting call below for more information:
SEXY BROTHEL WOMEN Casting Call
Extras Casting call for the tv film Sin Seer… I need “SEXY BROTHEL WOMEN” I am looking for Females who are very attractive/sexy who are in great shape and all ethnicities, (especially interested in African American) and ages 18-35 years old. This will be for a nightclub/BROTHEL scene. You will need to comfortable wearing lingerie type attire as you will considered a lady of the night… you will wear sexy suggestive clothes but everything will be covered up. You must have your own lingerie to bring. This shoots May 5th in the Wilmington area. The pay rate is a minimum of $100.00 dollars could be more. Please email [email protected] subject line “SEXY BROTHEL WOMEN” include a head and full body shot (IF POSSIBLE SUBMIT A PHOTO THAT SHOWS YOU ALL DRESSED sexy glammed up with sexy attire) with the following info:
FULL NAME:
AGE:
PHONE NUMBER:
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
SIZES/MEASURMENTS:
LOCATION:
ARE YOU COMFORTABLE WEARING LINGERIE IN A SCENE:
DO YOU HAVE YOUR LINGERIE/CORSETS/FISHNETS/HIGH HEALS AND EXC:
Country Types Casting Call
CASTING CALL FOR SUNDAY APRIL 27TH IN THE BURGAW AREA.. This will only work 2 or 3 hours so the pay rate is 32/4 payrate. I need “COUNTRY TYPES” I am looking for Caucasian men and women 30’s-60 years old to work in bar scene.. and I also need one “AFRICAN AMERICAN COUPLE” 30’s and up to be in the scene as well. This is for the tv film Sin Seer… this is day 1 of filming. We do not have too many extras in the film so this is one of the bigger days so if you want to get in it please apply if you are 30 years old and up and can pull off a country vibe.. Email [email protected] subject line either “COUNTRY TYPE MALE” OR “COUNTRY TYPE FEMALE” OR “AFRICAN AMERICAN COUPLE”
Include a head and full body shot and the following information:
FULL NAME:
AGE:
PHONE NUMBER:
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
SIZES/MEASUREMENTS:
LOCATION:
Jazz Band Casting Call
CASTING CALL FOR MAY 5TH FOR SIN SEER. I need a band it would totally be amazing if it was a Jazz Band in real life as it is in the script but does not have to be… I need a bass guitar, drum and keyboard band and they must be able to bring their own instruments. The director wants the members to be middle age and Caucasian men. If you are not in a band but are a middle age Caucasian male and have one of the above mentioned instruments and can play it (even though you will not actually be playing in the film but you have to look like you are) please apply anyways.. This pays $100.00 per person.
To apply Email [email protected] subject line either “BAND”(IF YOU ARE A FULL BAND) OR “BASS PLAYER” OR “DRUM PLAYER” OR “KEYBOARD PLAYER” (IF YOU ARE A SINGLE PERSON WITHOUT A BAND)
Include a head and full body shot and the following information:
FULL NAME:
AGE:
PHONE NUMBER:
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
SIZES/MEASUREMENTS:
LOCATION:
WHAT MUSIC DO YOU NORMALLY PLAY:
Casting directors are seeking teens for a scene in the new MGM feature film ‘MAX’ filming in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The film is inspired by true events. A Belgian Shepherd Malinois military working dog returns from active service in Afghanistan traumatized by his handler’s death. Erratic and dangerous, Max is adopted by the bereaved family and bonds with the Marine’s troubled 14-year old brother. Together they unravel the secret behind his brother’s death and pull a family together again.
Check out the casting call below for more information:
MAX -Seeking BIKE PARK TEEN MALES – Hispanic/Latino, African American & Caucasian TEEN Males ages 14 -17 that own bikes (pedal kind) and are good bike riders.
Looking for males with bike experience that may hang out at bike park…or portray such.
Have a friend with such as well? Have them submit as well. Make reference to your friend if they submitted or submit together. We are hoping to find some that may know each other. Several will be selected to come in for a meeting with production.
All submission should include 2 current photos -one being head/shoulder and one being full length.
Submissions should include the following -Name, Parent’s Name, Age, Phone, Height/Weight, City/State you reside, complete Clothing Sizes, level of bike experience and information on the bike (make/model/color) you own.
Submission heading should be BIKE TEEN- Ethnicity/Gender/Age, City/State you reside. EXAMPLE -BIKE TEEN -HISPANIC MALE 14, CLT/NC. Submission can be sent to [email protected]
Once again Only submit at this time if meet this description. Thanks
There are a ton of spin-offs on the way. Between The Walking Dead spinoff, FOX’s 24 Reboot, and How I Met Your Mother spin-off it is not hard to believe that ABC will not reboot the cult classic, “Lost”.
In a recent interview with EW, Carlton Cuse, the showrunner for Lost suggested that ABC is likely to reboot the series.“It’s a valuable franchise, and there will be some young, bright writer or writers who will come up with a great idea that the network responds to,” Carlton Cuse told EW. “And that’ll be great. I do not begrudge ABC the opportunity to do something more with the franchise.”
Photo Courtesy of ABC
But when will this new series appear? Well, ABC is struggling to find a new popular series to attract people’s attention. With recent cancellations of Once Upon a Time and poor ratings for Dancing with the Stars you may see a Lost spin-off during next year’s pilot season.
What do you think? Should ABC reboot lost? Share with us your thoughts in the comments below!
Scandal’s Columbus Short will not be returning to the ABC hit series next season after his contract was not renewed.
According to Deadline, many believe this decision is due to the recent incident’s between Short and the law.
Columbus Short was recently arrested over an alleged brawl in a Los Angeles restaurant and is facing up to four years in prison and getting accused by his wife of threats to kill her and himself with a knife.
Short released the following statement through his publicist:
“At this time I must confirm my exit from a show I’ve called home for 3 years, with what is the most talented ensemble on television today. I would like to first thank Shonda Rhimes for the opportunity to work with such an amazing cast. Thank you GLADIATORS, who have supported me throughout my entire career and of course to ABC and Shondaland for allowing me to play such a pivotal role in the Scandal series. I have enjoyed every single minute of it. Everything must come to an end and unfortunately the time has come for Harrison Wright to exit the canvas. I wish nothing but the best for Shonda, Kerry and the rest of the cast, who have become like a second family to me in such a short amount of time. For this, I will forever be grateful.”
It is often heard that Shonda Rhimes does not like her cast members to engage in any off stage dramatics. For example, on the television series ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ an incident between co-star Isaiah Washington and a fellow cast member left Washington without a job.
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What do you think of ABC not renewing Columbus Short’s contract? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
Filming for Netflix ‘House of Cards’ will continue in Maryland.
After a tense battle between producers and Maryland representatives, Kevin Spacey will again call Maryland home. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Gov. Martin O’ Malley, and Media Rights Capital have reached an agreement with the state of Maryland to keep the ‘House of Cards’ series in the state.
The hitch had been that Media Rights Capital said it needed a $15 million rebate for season three and the state had to ante up more money for its tax credit incentive program. The show received $26 million in tax credits in its first two seasons. Legislation passed in Maryland to raise the amount and limit on what one could receive but then was scuttled in a conference committee during the final hours of the recently ended legislative session. Now a deal has been reached, and House of Cards will receive a total of $11.5 million in 2014 through a combination of both the tax incentive program and an additional $7.5 million in grants authorized to be taken from the 2015 fiscal year budget.
Instead of a $15 million dollar rebate, ‘House of Cards’ receives a total of $11.5 million and an additional $7.5 million in grants. So, it looks like Frank Underwood’s negotiations wore off on the production company as they made out with a total of $19 million worth of benefits instead of the $15 million they originally negotiated for. Jaguar PS / Shutterstock.com “Spoiler alert: We’re going to keep the 3,700 jobs and more than 100 million dollars of economic activity and investment that House of Cards generates right here in Maryland,” Gov. Martin O’ Malley said on his blog. “Media Rights Capital has been a great supporter of the people and entertainment community in Maryland, and we couldn’t be happier to continue our partnership.” Chris Parypa Photography / Shutterstock.com “House of Cards is the gift that keeps on giving, having injected hundreds of millions of dollars into the local economy while also helping to provide thousands of jobs to our Maryland community,” commented Asif Satchu, co-CEO of MRC. “We are very grateful to both Governor O’Malley for his tireless efforts to help keep jobs in Maryland and the leadership of the general assembly for their continued advocacy and support.” Production was previously on hold. But, filming is set to resume this summer. What do yout hink of the
Casting directors and producers for the Home Shopping Network are seeking models for an upcoming production filming this May in Florida.
The Diamond Agency posted a casting call looking for models to work ona production this May 8th and 9th in the Florida area.
Casting directors are looking for women to work on before and after photo production. Models that are selected will be compensated $250 to $300 for each half day photo shoot.
For more details, check out the casting call below:
Casting Room: Blue meeting room at HSN
This is a B&A (Before and After Photo Casting). These are not live shows. B&A photos are shot in one half day. The purpose is to show product results “before” and “after” on models.
B&A Shoots Generally Pay In The Range of
$250 – $300 For Half Day Shoot (Depending on Vendor)
If booked, this B&A will shoot : May 8th-9th (show times TBD)
Model must go to the call with NO LOTION on their bodies. Don’t use any skincare products that day. They need very dry looking skin, in need of moisture.
Please do not submit if you have done live shows or B/A shoots for skin care or bath & body care within the past 6 months. Please also do not submit if you have done live shows or B/A shoots for makeup within the past 3 months.
Products: Soap & Glory Skin Care
Model description:
Female models ages: 35+
Hair color- blonde or red
DRESS: Nice, Upscale Casual
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Models are not permitted to bring Children or any additional people with them to the casting or on property. If anyone needs to drop models off, they will have to wait for them in the car across the street off campus.
Audition Location
HSN Campus (St.Pete)
(Kelley will provide the HSN address to
those approved to attend)
Interested in attending?
Confirm to Kelley @ Diamond [email protected]
(Once you email to confirm attendance, you are good to go. Should there be a problem with you attending, you will recieve further correspondence.)
Feel free to share this with friends who may be interested in HSN modeling. HOWEVER!! They must confirm with DIAMOND to be able to attend. We must see photos of new women prior to allowing them to go meet the client.
*** THESE CASTING ARE FOR WOMEN IN THE TAMPA / ORLANDO / NAPLES/ SARASOTA AND SURROUNDING AREAS ONLY. NO OUT OF STATE OR MODELS FROM FAR DISTANCE FROM HSN CAMPUS. ***
Casting directors for USA Network’s Royal Pains is currently casting real barbers for a scene working this Monday, May 5th in New York City.
Royal Pains is a medical comedy-drama television series which premiered on USA Network on June 4, 2009. The series stars Mark Feuerstein as a young doctor who, after being wrongly blamed for an important patient’s death, moves to The Hamptons and becomes a reluctant concierge doctor to the rich and famous.
Grant Wilfley Casting is looking for real barbers for a scene on USA’s “Royal Pains”.
For more details, check out the casting call below:
Seeking SAG-AFTRA/NON-UNION REAL BARBERS for work on USA’s “Royal Pains”. Works Monday, May 5th or Tuesday, May 6th. Especially seeking older, Italian men. Please send recent candid photo along with experience to [email protected]. Put in the subject line: Facebook, Name, Real Barber, Union Status, Phone Number (For example: Facebook, Name, Real Barber, SAG-AFTRA, 555-555-5555).
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS FOR FEATURED BACKGROUND WORK ONLY. NO LINES. THIS REQUIRES A FULL DAY COMMITMENT. PLEASE ONLY SUBMIT IF YOU LIVE IN THE NYC AREA.
Casting directors and producers for several local commercials are seeking actors, models in Wilmington, North Carolina.
C/G Productions is looking to cast a few parts for some upcoming local commercials. They do not have a shoot date yet, but will be filming either the 1st or 2nd week of May, in Wilmington, NC. This is a paid job, but is not SAG. All parts are speaking. Please note: due to the fact that all roles are speaking you may be asked to film an audition.
See the following casting call below:
We are looking to cast the following:
3 Ethnic Men and Women between the ages of 25-55. These parts are open to all adult ages. Actors/Actresses must be comfortable with dialogue.
If interested please submit to [email protected] and include the following:
Role you are submitting for
Name
Phone Number
Age Range
Resume
Head Shot
Current Location
Please include all information to be considered. Thanks so much and we hope to work with you soon.
The Lebron James Comedy is now filming in Atlanta, Georgia.
The Starz Network has teamed up with Lebron James for a new television series. The scripted comedy series comes from executive producers James, Tom Werner,Mike O’Malley, Maverick Carter and Paul Wachter. O’Malley is also a writer on Showtime’s Shameless and an Emmy nominee for his role on Glee, will pen the project. The comedy, which was first announced in September, is currently in production and scheduled to premiere in September. Survivors Remorse is set in the world of professional basketball and explores the comedy and drama of an experience that everyone reads about, but few understand — what truly happens when you make it out. Starz has ordered six episodes of the series. According to The Hollywood reporter the series centers on a basketball phenom:
The story follows Cam Calloway, a basketball phenom in his early 20s who is suddenly thrust into the limelight after signing a multimillion-dollar contract with a professional basketball team. Cam, along with his cousin and confidant Reggie Vaughn, confront the challenges of carrying opportunistic family members and their strong ties to the impoverished community that they come from. Cam, Reggie and an unforgettable group of characters wrestle with the rewards and pitfalls of stardom, love and loyalty.
What do you think of the new television series? Share with us your thoughts in the comments below!
Do you know a huge secret about your family that your brother or sister doesn’t know?MTV is looking for you!
A new MTV unscripted pilot for a potential series is searching for individuals who would like help revealing a secret about their family’s past or present to their sisters, brothers or cousins who appear to be between ages 18-24.
MTV producers would love to hear your story!
All types of situations & stories are encouraged to apply!
Casting directors are now casting talent for the upcoming feature film, Divine Access filming in Austin, Texas.
Beth Sepko Casting is currently taking submissions for extras to work on the upcoming feature film. Divine Access features Billy Burke from Revolution and Twilight and is directed by Steve C. Prince.
“A comedy set in the South, Divine Access is a religious satire/buddy movie in the emotional vein of Network with the magical essence of Being There. The story centers on a reluctant prophet named Jack Harriman (Billy Burke). When Jack finds that he has become what he despises most—a false prophet, forces both natural and supernatural lead him down a road to redemption culminating in a final showdown with his long time foe, The Reverend Guy Roy Davis, amidst throngs of followers. Surrounded by those he loves and those who love him, Jack’s final message will change their lives forever.”
For more details, check out the casting call below:
Beth Sepko Casting/ Third Coast Extras is taking general submissions for Extras to work on DIVINE ACCESS, a new feature film starring Billy Burke (Revolution, Twilight) and directed by Steve C. Prince. Shooting in and around the Austin, TX area on weekdays Mon-Fri. between April 24 to May 21, 2014.
-READ CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT-
You’ll need a flexible schedule with the ability to clear your schedule for the WHOLE day(s) and/or night(s) that we book you to work (we don’t get call times until the night before a shoot. Most call times are early morning) & you’ll need to have your own reliable transportation to get to the sets- either in Austin or outside of town on location.
Minimum pay guarantee for extras is $101.50 per shoot + overtime if shoot goes past 12 hours.
Who we need- Adults of all ethnicities and all types ages 18-80s. (Note: We’ll need some kids too, but we’ll post specifics for those when needed so stand by).
To submit, email us at: [email protected] w/ subject heading “DA general” and follow directions below exactly:
Men: include name, age, phone #, location (Austin?), height/weight, jacket size, collar size, pants size (waist/inseam), and shoe size. Attach plenty of clear, well-lit, current photos in high resolution – including both close up photos AND full length photos.
Women: include name, age, phone #, location (Austin?), height/weight, dress size, measurements (bust-waist-hips), & shoe size. Attach plenty of clear, well-lit current photos in high resolution – including both close up photos AND full length photos.
IMPORTANT: Must be Texas resident w/ valid Texas ID who lives in (or at least nearby) to Austin, TX since shoots days can change at the last minute. Please don’t submit if you’re not local to the area or nearby. Even if you’ve submitted or worked with us on a previous project, please follow directions and submit again for this project. We want your most updated info & current photos to show Director. Thank you!
– CASTING BRUNETTE MALE CHILD AGE 9-13 for Feature Film –
Third Coast Extras is accepting submissions for the following type to work as an extra on the feature film “Divine Access” for a shoot in the Austin area. Shoot date has yet to be determined, so applicants must have a flexible schedule on Mondays-Fridays between April 28-May 21.
Please share with anyone who fits this!
*”Young Jack”: Young, caucasian male to play young version of actor Billy Burke. Ages 9-13, dark brown hair, brown eyes. Acting experience not necessary, but preferred.
Pay rate is TBD.
To submit, email us at: [email protected] w/ subject heading “Young Jack” and follow directions below exactly:
Include name, age, parent(s) name and phone#s, location (Austin?), height/weight, and attach plenty of clear, well-lit, high resolution current photos both close up AND full length. Please attach resume and/or list any acting experience.
IMPORTANT: Must be Texas resident w/ valid ID who lives in (or at least close nearby) to Austin, TX since shoots days can change at the last minute and call times are likely very early morning. Please don’t submit if you’re not local to the area or nearby.
MTV has announced in New York that they plan on adding three new unscripted series to the network and renewing Snooki & JWOWW, Real World and Girl Code.
According to Deadline, the network also prepares to release a new season of Nick Cannon Presents: Wild ‘N Out and a new documentary series–9 Days and Nights–that centers on one artist at a turning point in their life and career.
Here are details on MTV’s new series:
Newly Announced Series:
“Slednecks” is a new, half-hour docu-series following a group of ‘outdoor tough’ friends living in the modern-day Wild, Wild West of Alaska. It’s an inside look at their unique lifestyle where the world can be tougher and more dangerous than anywhere else in the lower 48. Yet these “Sled-necks” make the most of what they have, always making sure they have a good time doing it and maintaining the close bonds they have forged as friends. The series comes from Zoo Prods, All3Media America and Parallel Management. It is based on a concept by John Stevens
and Eli Holzman who executive produce with Mike Lang and Jenny Novack.
“One Bad Choice” is a new series that explores the consequences of young people who made a single, terrible decision that irrevocably changed their lives forever. Shocking, surprising, and deeply emotional, “One Bad Choice” takes viewers on a rollercoaster ride filled with twists and turns, suspense, drama and redemption through scripted storytelling based on true stories. The series comes from Jax Media and All3Media’s Optomen Prods., with Tony Hernandez and Stephen McLaughlin executive producing along with Stephanie Angelides and Nicola Moody.
“Beyond Dance” is a weekly hour-long competition show that challenges professional dancers to perform and compete in ways that push well beyond traditional dance. Led by premiere choreographers Rich & Tone who have worked artists ranging from Miley Cyrus to Michael Jackson, the dancers will battle it out in extreme challenges that take performances to the next level. Whether it’s dancing on the side of a building, underwater, or in zero gravity, these dancers will have to push themselves farther than ever for a chance at a cash prize and the title of “Beyond Dance” champion. Hosted by Jason Dundas (VH1’s “Big Morning Buzz Live”). It comes from Zodiak, with Tony Yates, Dave Shikiar and Joel Gallen.
MTV’s 2014 Summer Premiere Schedule:
“9 Days and Nights of Ed Sheeran” – Tuesday, June 10 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT:
New 60-minute documentary film that will take fans inside the world of British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, one of the fastest-rising stars in pop music today. With extraordinary, intimate access to Sheeran, this film will be a portrait of a young artist at a critical juncture in his life, filled with the energy of a career that he hopes is largely ahead of him.
“Teen Wolf” Season Four – Monday, June 23 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT:
Still healing from tragic losses, Scott, Stiles, Lydia and Kira return to a new semester of school with more human worries than supernatural, while also trying to help their new friend, Malia, integrate back into society. But Kate Argent’s surprising resurrection brings a new threat to Beacon Hills along with the emergence of another mysterious enemy known simply as The Benefactor.
“Finding Carter” – Tuesday, July 8 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT:
“Finding Carter” is a family drama that centers on Carter, a teenage girl who thinks she has the perfect life until one night after a police bust at a high school party she is told that the woman who she believes to be her biological mother actually abducted her as a toddler. For a first look at “Finding Carter,” CLICK HERE.
“Ridiculousness” – Thursday, July 10 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT:
“Ridiculousness” hosted by Rob Dyrdek returns for a fifth season with some of the most insane viral videos in history. Watch Dyrdek, along with co-hosts Sterling “Steelo” Brim and Chanel “West Coast,” take on all new categories.
“Snack-Off” – Thursday, July 10 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT:
From the mind of Rob Dyrdek comes a cooking competition show with a comedic twist that is truly unlike any other, where it takes mundane munchies and elevates them to a fully baked art form. Hosted by Chef, Restaurateur and food personality, Eddie Huang, “Snack-Off” is a half-hour show where a group of amateur chefs battle it out in an array of “snack” inspired challenges vying not only for a cash prize but to have their recipe included in the “Snack-Off cookbook and the coveted spork necklace. The panel includes supermodel Chrissy Teigen, master chef Jason Quinn and comedian Yassir Lester.
BET has announced that they plan on renewing The Game, The Real Husbands of Hollywood, and Being Mary Jane for another season.
But, BET also plans on releasing other new series including a mini-series called The Book of Negros. The new mini-series is based on the Commonwealth Prize-winning novel by Lawrence Hill and centers on the story of Aminita Diallo, who was abducted at age 11 from her village in West Africa and sent to live as a slave in South Carolina. The story centers on her capture and enslavement in America and finally her freedom in England.
BET is also partnering up with Diggy Simmons for a new scripted television series The Start Up which centers on hip-hop rapper Diggy Simmons, as a founder of an entertainment and lifestyle blog TheJetsetters.com. The series will center on what it means to be young, and gifted while trying to navigate through adulthood.
Check out what is coming soon to BET.
NEW PROGRAMMING ON BET:
THE START UP – In The Start Up, hip-hop prince Diggy Simmons makes his scripted series debut as Blake Monroe, founder of TheJetsetters.com, an entertainment and lifestyle blog. The Start Up hones in on what it means to be young, gifted and digital, as Blake and his friends strategize for fame and financing while they navigate the freedoms and pressures of adulthood. Also stars Teyana Taylor, Bria Murphy, Allen Maldonado, Chris Brew, and Stephanie Charles. From Executive Producers Mara Brock Akil, Salim Akil, Kenya Barris, James DuBose, Kevin Liles and Laurie Dobbins.
GONE GOSPEL – Music artists outside of the gospel genre in search of their next chapter and verse share a house, compete in weekly challenges and embark on a holistic journey to rebuild their careers. Under the mentorship of star-making songwriters, producers and life coaches, the artists will write an inspirational anthem on their road to transforming their lives. There will be egos. There will be tribulations. And there will be a dramatic, victorious conclusion like nothing seen before on BET. Hosted by Kirk Franklin (Sunday Best); Executive Producers: Marilyn Gill and Kirk Franklin.
GOT GAME – When eligible men and women have to woo a new prospect without relying on their great looks, killer body or fashion sense, it all comes down to whether they’ve Got Game? BET gives the dating show a cliffhanger with each episode as singles undergo wild transformations, complete with costumes and movie make-up before their big dates. Will their charm shine through? Or will it be game over? Hosted by Donnivin Jordan.
NEW MOVIES/SPECIALS:
THE BOOK OF NEGROES – BET’s first-ever miniseries, this sweeping six-part epic traverses Aminata Diallo’s capture in Africa, enslavement in America, and emancipation in England. It is a riveting historical drama based upon the Commonwealth Prize winning novel by Lawrence Hill and chronicles love, loss, and the enduring human spirit. Stars Academy Award ® winners Cuba Gooding Jr. and Louis Gossett, Jr. and Aunjanue Ellis. In Partnership with eOne and The CBC.
LET THE CHURCH SAY AMEN – NAACP Image Award winning director Regina King (Southland) steps behind the camera to bring ReShonda Tate Billingsley’s inspirational best-seller to the screen. Enter the world of Rachel Jackson, the preacher’s daughter who surmounts incredible odds to reconcile with the father she disappointed. Stars Naturi Naughton, Steve Harris, Lela Rochon Fuqua, Hosea Chanchez and Collins Pennie. Producers: Queen Latifah, Shakim Compere, Shelby Stone, and Regina King. Executive Producers: Reina King and TD Jakes.
THE HOT CHOCOLATE NUTCRACKER – From veteran Executive Producer and Director Debbie Allen comes a new vision for a holiday classic, The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker. A young girl’s dream comes to life when her Christmas gift shows her wondrous new worlds where original music and dance warm hearts, just like hot chocolate. Stars Raven-Symone’ and Tichina Arnold.
RETURNING HITS ON BET:
BEING MARY JANE: SEASON 2 – BET’s first one-hour original drama, Being Mary Jane, is a bonafide smash hit, winning wide critical acclaim, the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Television Movie and becoming the season’s #1 Tuesday primetime show on any network. Expect another steamy, satisfying second season full of nuanced characters, stellar performances, and brilliant writing. Stars Gabrielle Union, Lisa Vidal, Richard Roundtree, Stephen Bishop and Margaret Avery, Richard Brooks, B.J. Britt, Raven Goodwin, Aaron D. Spears and LaTarsha Rose.
REAL HUSBANDS OF HOLLYWOOD: SEASON 3 – The fakest reality show ever is a real-life runaway hit. Taking the #1 spot on Entertainment Weekly’s must-see list and acclaimed by The New York Times, Real Husbands of Hollywood is the #1 cable sitcom among all adults 18-49.* Led by comic genius Kevin Hart with an all-star cast (Boris Kodjoe, Nelly, Nick Cannon, Duane Martin and Cynthia Kaye McWilliams), Season 3 will be sure to deliver new rivalries, A-list cameos, and laugh-out-loud cliffhangers.
THE GAME: SEASON 8 – In 2014, The Game swept both NAACP Image Awards for outstanding actress in a comedy series honors (Brandy Norwood and Wendy Raquel Robinson). The Game also delivered 4.4 million premiere night viewers, all waiting with bated breath for the answer to their big questions about Tasha, Kelly, Jason and Chardonnay. Season 8 promises to take this winning franchise to yet another level, so don’t miss out on the action, the comedy or the drama.
106 & PARK – 106 & Park is the #1 video countdown show anywhere on television. Now in its 14th year, our flagship program has been remixed and is bigger and bolder than ever. With multi-platinum artist and actor Bow Wow and Juno Award winning vocal sensation Keisha Chante in command of an interactive, state-of-the-art set, the new 106 & Park is the ultimate destination for the A-list of music, film, television, style, and sports. First Lady Michelle Obama chose the 106 & Park couch to drive home the value of higher education. Every weeknight, the show celebrates and reflects real youth culture as the home of the “livest audience,” delivering what’s hot and what’s next in pop culture.
RETURNING MEGA-SPECIALS ON BET:
BET AWARDS – The BET AWARDS franchise is the #1 Program in Cable Television History among the Black audience, and is still a top 10 awards show on television (Broadcast & Cable) among total viewers. It continues to hold the leadership position because it gathers the biggest stars in music, sports, Hollywood, and philanthropy – all on one stage – for one incredible night. Now in its 14th year and better than ever, The BET AWARDS delivers electrifying performances, moving tributes and the most unforgettable moments on TV.
BET HIP HOP AWARDS – The BET HIP HOP AWARDS returns for its 8th year to highlight who did it better in hip hop music, with bold performances and breakthrough freestyle cyphers that set social media on fire. This is the one show where the hottest rap stars of today share the stage with the hip hop icons of tomorrow. This show serves millions of people who love hip hop culture, which continues to define a generation and defy convention.
BLACK GIRLS ROCK – BLACK GIRLS ROCK! is the tribute show that became a movement. This timely and timeless special salutes dynamic leaders in entertainment, business, philanthropy and beyond. Featuring emerging and legendary talent, touching tributes to present day role models and soulful, surprising musical performances, BLACK GIRLS ROCK! celebrates the brilliance and beauty of women of color who shape our world and uplift our girls.
THE BET HONORS – The BET HONORS shows the world “what extraordinary looks like” by saluting luminaries whose lives and revolutionary work contribute to and elevate our culture. Airing during Black History Month, The BET HONORS is a shimmering night of dynamic performances and tributes that cross genres and generations.
Casting directors are looking for military veterans for a PSA for Fisher House and the Hero Miles Program.
Carlyn Davis Casting posted a casting call looking for a non-union male, military veteran, mid-20s to early 30s, not currently in active duty, who has served in combat and is missing a leg to participate in a PSA for Fisher House and the Hero Miles program.
Auditions are scheduled for Wednesday, April 30, 2014 in Washington, DC.
For more details, check out the casting call below:
We are looking for a non-union male, military veteran, mid-20s to early 30s, not currently in active duty, who has served in combat and is missing a leg to participate in a PSA for Fisher House and the Hero Miles program. Auditions will be held on Wednesday, April 30, 2014 in Washington, DC. Shoot dates are May 8, 2014 in Washington, DC and May 14, 2014 in Baltimore, MD.
For consideration, please email [email protected] with a few current photos. Please put “Fisher House Shoot” in the subject of the email. Please include all contact information in the body of the email.
No phone calls, please! Thank you!
UPDATE: PSA Commercial Casting Call for Extras
We are looking for the following NON-UNION talent to be extras in a PSA filming in Washington, DC on May 8th.
Caucasian and African American males and females, 60+
Latino males, early 20s – MUST BE WILLING TO GET A MILITARY HAIR CUT
Latino males and females, early 50s
African American males and females, early 30s
For consideration, please email [email protected]with your headshot and a current snapshot. Please put “PSA Casting” in the subject of the email. Please include all contact information in the body of the email.
At this time we are looking for Washington, DC local talent only.
The latest feature film by Judd Apatow is holding an open casting call in New York City.
Judd Apatow known for 40 Year Old Virgin, This is 40, and Knocked Up is now casting talents for his next major feature film.
Judd Apatow’s latest project is “Trainwreck” and features Amy Schumer. “Trainwreck,” a comedy produced and directed by Judd Apatow, will open on Friday, July 24, 2015, Universal Pictures.
Grant Wilfley Casting is holding an open casting call for people interested in working as background in film and television on Monday, May 5, 10a-12p for SAGAFTRA members and 1p-4p for NONUNION at Church of St Paul the Apostle, 405 W 59th St in Manhattan. No experience necessary. Be prepared to have a digital photo taken
Do you plan on going to the open casting call? Leave us a comment below!
Producers for “The Nest” starring Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are holding an open casting call in New York City.
“The Nest” centers on two sisters who, while cleaning out their childhood home, throw a raging party for their old high school classmates. Jason Moore (“Pitch Perfect,” “Dawson’s Creek”) will direct the movie based on a script by Paula Pell (“Saturday Night Live,” “30 Rock”).
Grant Wilfley Casting is holding an open casting call for people interested in working as background in film and television on Monday, May 5, 10a-12p for SAGAFTRA members and 1p-4p for NONUNION at Church of St Paul the Apostle, 405 W 59th St in Manhattan. No experience necessary. Be prepared to have a digital photo taken.
The feature film is expected to be released on the same day as Star Wars Episode VII, Dec. 18, 2015.
Do you plan on attending? Leave us a comment below and let us know!
Peter Jackson has just revealed that he plans on retitling the final installment of The Hobbit from There and Back Again to The Hobbit:The Battle of the Five Armies.
Here is what Peter Jackson wrote on his Facebook Page, which is where he revealed the new title:
Inside Information…
Our journey to make The Hobbit Trilogy has been in some ways like Bilbo’s own, with hidden paths revealing their secrets to us as we’ve gone along. “There and Back Again” felt like the right name for the second of a two film telling of the quest to reclaim Erebor, when Bilbo’s arrival there, and departure, were both contained within the second film. But with three movies, it suddenly felt misplaced—after all, Bilbo has already arrived “there” in the “Desolation of Smaug”.
When we did the premiere trip late last year, I had a quiet conversation with the studio about the idea of revisiting the title. We decided to keep an open mind until a cut of the film was ready to look at. We reached that point last week, and after viewing the movie, we all agreed there is now one title that feels completely appropriate.
And so: “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies” it is.
As Professor Tolkien intended, “There and Back Again” encompasses Bilbo’s entire adventure, so don’t be surprised if you see it used on a future box-set of all three movies.
Before then however, we have a film to finish, and much to share with you. It’s been a nice quiet time for us—Jabez and I happily editing away in a dark cave in Wellington—but those halcyon days are quickly coming to an end. It will soon be time to step into the light. Expect to see and hear much about The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies in the coming months.
And there’s also The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug Extended Cut, which we’re in the process of finishing, with over 25 mins of new scenes, all scored with original music composed by Howard Shore.
It’ll be a fun year!
What do you think of the new title? Share with us your thoughts in the comments below!
NEW PROGRAMMING ON BET:
