Twentieth Century Fox Announces Online Casting Call for New Motion Picture Comedy Based on Best-Selling Book DIARY OF A WIMPY KID
Twentieth Century Fox is holding an online casting call to find a bright, precocious and appealing young actor, age 10-13, for the lead role of Greg Heffley in the film version of the New York Times bestseller. It is a Live-action adaptation of Jeff Kinney's illustrated novel about a wise-cracking junior high school student.
The filmmakers will be auditioning males, ages 10-13, only. The character of Greg Heffley is slight, physically unprepossessing, and not overly cute or precocious. He has a quirky, memorable face, is bright and articulate, and possesses a vivid fantasy life, but he is cursed by the fact that he's in middle school. Auditioning actors must be able to handle dialog and have a flair for ironic comedy. (Think: a younger version of Michael Cera... or imagine Larry David in middle school.)
The best-selling illustrated novel Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney, chronicles the adventures of wisecracking middle school student Greg Heffley over the course of an academic year, as told through the young man's diary and hand-drawn cartoons.
Candidates are invited to visit www.iamthewimpykid.com to learn more about the project - and to upload their audition videos.
Casting Director:
Ronna Kress
333 S. Beverly Drive
Suite 109
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Production Company:
Fox 2000 Pictures
10201 W. Pico Blvd.
Bldg. 78
Los Angeles, CA 90035
Open Casting Call For Paramount Pictures Feature Film "Up In The Air"
On Jan. 24 and 25, producers will be recruiting extras for the new movie “Up In the Air,” starring George Clooney, to be filmed around St. Louis in March and April. It is expected that up to 2,100 adults will be chosen. No experience is necessary. Filming begins March 3, 2009.
Joni Tackette, the St. Louis-based casting director, is seeking the following:
Where:
Crestwood Court
109 Crestwood Plaza
St. Louis, Mo. 63126
The Mall is located near the intersection of Sappington Rd. and Watson Rd. Please do not call the mall for directions. Visit their website at Crestwoodcourt.com.
When:
Saturday, January 24, 2009
10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday, January 25, 2009
11:00am - 4:00pm
What to bring:
A pen and a recent color snapshot. (Photo will not be returned) The best photo is full length or waist up. The extras casting form is available by clicking here. Please download, fill out and bring with you to the open call. (Forms will also be available at the open call.)
If you cannot attend the open call, please download "Up In The Air" extras casting form, and attach a color photo and mail to the address listed on the bottom of the form. Preference is given to people who attend the open call, but they will accept mail in submissions. Successful applicants will be notified in February.
Click Here for general information regarding working as an extra.
Story:
A professional (George Clooney) who specializes in "career transition counseling" (a euphemism for firing people) looks to accomplish his two main goals in life: to accumulate 1 million frequent flier miles, and to land a job at a mysterious management company called MythTech.
Joni Tackette, the St. Louis-based casting director, is seeking the following:
- People with airport and airline experience. Ticket agents, flight attendants, security screeners, etc.
- People with hotel industry experience, especially front desk.
- People to portray travelers, including international types.
- Men and women to portray corporate / business types.
Where:
Crestwood Court
109 Crestwood Plaza
St. Louis, Mo. 63126
The Mall is located near the intersection of Sappington Rd. and Watson Rd. Please do not call the mall for directions. Visit their website at Crestwoodcourt.com.
When:
Saturday, January 24, 2009
10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday, January 25, 2009
11:00am - 4:00pm
What to bring:
A pen and a recent color snapshot. (Photo will not be returned) The best photo is full length or waist up. The extras casting form is available by clicking here. Please download, fill out and bring with you to the open call. (Forms will also be available at the open call.)
If you cannot attend the open call, please download "Up In The Air" extras casting form, and attach a color photo and mail to the address listed on the bottom of the form. Preference is given to people who attend the open call, but they will accept mail in submissions. Successful applicants will be notified in February.
Click Here for general information regarding working as an extra.
Story:
A professional (George Clooney) who specializes in "career transition counseling" (a euphemism for firing people) looks to accomplish his two main goals in life: to accumulate 1 million frequent flier miles, and to land a job at a mysterious management company called MythTech.
Canada's Next Top Model Open Casting Calls
Starting in Mid-January, the casting directors for Canada's Next Top Model will be holding Open Casting Calls in malls across the country. Please see below for audition cities and dates. Specific times, additional venues and the requirements for in-person Casting Calls will be updated as they are confirmed.
Vancouver:
Jan. 16, 4-9pm
Brentwood Town Centre
4567 Lougheed Hwy.
Burnaby, BC
V5C 3Z6
(Centre Court, Lower Level)
www.brentwoodmall.com
Edmonton:
Jan. 18, 11am-4pm
West Edmonton Mall
8882-170th St.
Edmonton, AB
T5T 4M2
(Phase 3 - Deep Sea Adventure)
www.westedmall.com
Montreal:
Jan. 22, 4-9pm
Les Cours Mont-Royal
1455 Peel St.
Montreal, QC
H3A 1T5
(Level 3, In front of DKNY)
www.lcmr.ca
Toronto:
Jan. 23, 4-9pm
Fairview Mall
1800 Sheppard Ave East.
Toronto, ON
M2J 5A7
(Promotions Court, Lower Level)
www.fairviewmall.ca
Please note the following:
Please wear a skirt and body conscious clothing, with a two piece swimsuit under your clothing.
Bring or wear high heel shoes (bring the highest heels you own!).
You should wear no makeup other than lip gloss, and long hair should be pulled back in a ponytail.
You must bring proof of age (photo ID) such as a passport, driver's license or health card with photo.
If you are underage you must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Click here for application rules.
Entry Procedures to the Competition The Competition is open to Females who are between the ages 18 and 23 on Friday January 30, 2009, who are Canadian citizens and/or permanent residents of Canada and who are at least five feet eight inches (5'8")/one hundred seventy-three centimeters (173 cm) in height.
Vancouver:
Jan. 16, 4-9pm
Brentwood Town Centre
4567 Lougheed Hwy.
Burnaby, BC
V5C 3Z6
(Centre Court, Lower Level)
www.brentwoodmall.com
Edmonton:
Jan. 18, 11am-4pm
West Edmonton Mall
8882-170th St.
Edmonton, AB
T5T 4M2
(Phase 3 - Deep Sea Adventure)
www.westedmall.com
Montreal:
Jan. 22, 4-9pm
Les Cours Mont-Royal
1455 Peel St.
Montreal, QC
H3A 1T5
(Level 3, In front of DKNY)
www.lcmr.ca
Toronto:
Jan. 23, 4-9pm
Fairview Mall
1800 Sheppard Ave East.
Toronto, ON
M2J 5A7
(Promotions Court, Lower Level)
www.fairviewmall.ca
Please note the following:
Please wear a skirt and body conscious clothing, with a two piece swimsuit under your clothing.
Bring or wear high heel shoes (bring the highest heels you own!).
You should wear no makeup other than lip gloss, and long hair should be pulled back in a ponytail.
You must bring proof of age (photo ID) such as a passport, driver's license or health card with photo.
If you are underage you must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Click here for application rules.
Entry Procedures to the Competition The Competition is open to Females who are between the ages 18 and 23 on Friday January 30, 2009, who are Canadian citizens and/or permanent residents of Canada and who are at least five feet eight inches (5'8")/one hundred seventy-three centimeters (173 cm) in height.
Open Casting Calls For Universal Pictures Feature Film Seeking Young Man 15-17
Christopher Mintz-Plasse was just your average everyday high school kid when he landed the role of McLovin' in the teen comedy Superbad. Now he’s a full-fledged star with hits like Role Models and his upcoming flick Year One (alongside Michael Cera and Jack Black).
Fledgling future actors have the chance to live the dream just like Mintz-Plasse.
Universal Pictures is currently having a talent search for a young male McLovin-type to play “Edward,” a high school senior in an upcoming comedy starring Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin. The movie films in Los Angeles and New York in early 2009 and no prior acting is required to play the 17-year-old teen.
WHO: Casting the role of Edward, an awkward, funny, precocious 17-year-old high school senior. Must be available for work in NYC and L.A. from Feb ’09 until mid-June ’09. No prior experience or preparation is necessary.
WHAT: Seeking young men ages 15 – 17 to audition for film role in Universal comedy
Locations:
New York:
When: Saturday, January 10, 2009
Sign-in from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Ripley Grier Studios
520 8th Ave 16th Floor
Studio 17B - Between 36th & 37th Streets
New York, NY 10018
Chicago:
When: Sat January 17, 2009
10:30am – 3pm
Doors open @ 10am
Where: TP&R Casting, Inc.
10 W. Hubbard St., Ste 2N
Chicago, IL 60654
Toronto:
When: Sat January 17, 2009
11am-4pm
Where: RDC Casting
1004 Bathurst Street
Toronto, ON M5R 3G7
(2 blocks north of Bathurst subway sta. Paid parking on Bathurst St. Free parking on Olive St, just south of the office.)
Fledgling future actors have the chance to live the dream just like Mintz-Plasse.
Universal Pictures is currently having a talent search for a young male McLovin-type to play “Edward,” a high school senior in an upcoming comedy starring Meryl Streep, Alec Baldwin and Steve Martin. The movie films in Los Angeles and New York in early 2009 and no prior acting is required to play the 17-year-old teen.
WHO: Casting the role of Edward, an awkward, funny, precocious 17-year-old high school senior. Must be available for work in NYC and L.A. from Feb ’09 until mid-June ’09. No prior experience or preparation is necessary.
WHAT: Seeking young men ages 15 – 17 to audition for film role in Universal comedy
Locations:
New York:
When: Saturday, January 10, 2009
Sign-in from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Ripley Grier Studios
520 8th Ave 16th Floor
Studio 17B - Between 36th & 37th Streets
New York, NY 10018
Chicago:
When: Sat January 17, 2009
10:30am – 3pm
Doors open @ 10am
Where: TP&R Casting, Inc.
10 W. Hubbard St., Ste 2N
Chicago, IL 60654
Toronto:
When: Sat January 17, 2009
11am-4pm
Where: RDC Casting
1004 Bathurst Street
Toronto, ON M5R 3G7
(2 blocks north of Bathurst subway sta. Paid parking on Bathurst St. Free parking on Olive St, just south of the office.)
If you can't make any of the above the auditions, please send a photo and resume to:
Ellen Chenoweth Casting
c/o Culver Studios
9336 W. Washington Blvd. Bldg. J, Suite A
Culver City CA 90232
or send an Audition Video DVD to:
Attn: Edward Casting
1501 Broadway
Suite 2900
New York, NY 10036
c/o Culver Studios
9336 W. Washington Blvd. Bldg. J, Suite A
Culver City CA 90232
or send an Audition Video DVD to:
Attn: Edward Casting
1501 Broadway
Suite 2900
New York, NY 10036
Click Here for specific instructions on how to submit a DVD.
Deadline for mailed submissions is Jan. 16, 2009.
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