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Universal Pictures feature film Open Casting Call in New York City

The casting directors for a Universal Pictures Pictures feature film, starring Steve Martin and Meryl Streep, are seeking the following: California types (upscale, well-put-together Santa Barbara residents–sun-kissed complexion/natural-looking tan a plus); bakers and bakery staff with professional bakery experience; college students, family and faculty for NYC graduation scene; Hispanic people.

Come dressed for the role for which you are submitting yourself and be prepared to have a digital picture taken. You must bring original current ID and I-9 information. Come coiffed & well dressed to be considered. CAPS Universal representatives will be present to register actors’ I-9 information. You must bring original current ID.

Where:

Church of St Paul the Apostle
405 W 59 St at 9th Ave
New York, New York 10019


When:

Screen Actors Guild Members
Friday February 13, 2009 from 11:00am-1:00pm

Non-Screen Actors Guild Members
Friday February 13, 2009 from 2:00-4:00pm


If you cannot attend the open casting call, please mail in or email submissions by March 1, 2009. Include a recent picture and contact information. Write the role for which you are submitting in the subject line of your email or in a cover letter.

Email: nancymeyers@gwcnyc.com

Regular Mail:

Untitled Nancy Meyers Project
Grant Wilfey Casting, Inc.
123 West 18th Street, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10011


Production Company:

Scott Rudin Productions
500 S Buena Vista St
Old Animation Bldg
Burbank, CA 91521

In association with

Universal Pictures
100 Universal City Plaza
Universal City, CA 91608

Producer:

Scott Rudin

Director:

Nancy Meyers

Cast:

Steve Martin - Adam
Meryl Streep - Jane
Alec Baldwin - Jake

Story:

A romantic comedy in which two men vie for the affection of a woman.

Feature Film "Salt" Casting Call for 12-13 year old version of Angelina Jolie

Casting directors for Angelina Jolie's new spy thriller - "Salt", have put out a worldwide casting call for a 12 to 13 year old girl that will portray Jolie's character at that age.

*** Please submit photos and resumes by mail only. No phone calls or personal drop-offs ***

See the post titled Headshot and Resume Information regarding how to submit for acting roles.

Principal Actor Casting:

Avy Kaufman Casting
180 Varick St.
16th Floor New York NY 10014


Extras Casting:

TBA

Production Company:

Columbia Pictures
10202 W. Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232

In association with

Di Bonaventura Pictures
5555 Melrose Ave.
Dressing Room Bldg, Ste 112
Los Angeles, CA 90038

Producers:

Lorenzo di Bonaventura
Sunil Perkash

Director:

Phillip Noyce

Writer:

Brian Helgeland (screenplay)

Filming Location:

Bethpage, New York (Long Island)
The old Grumman facility
Additional locations on Long Island

Cast:

Angelina Jolie

Story:

The fictional film centers on Erika Salt, a CIA officer who is fingered as a Russian sleeper spy. She eludes capture by superiors who are convinced she is out to assassinate the president. While trying to reunite with her family, she struggles to prove someone else is the traitor.

Open Casting Call For Paramount Pictures "The Last Airbender"

M. Night Shyamalan's latest movie "The Last Airbender" is in production and there will be an open casting call for extras on February 7, 2009 in Philadelphia.

Based on the hugely successful animated TV series, the film is set in a world where human civilization is divided into four nations: air, water, earth and fire. The film follows the adventures of the successor to a long line of Avatars who must put aside his irresponsible ways and stop the Fire Nation from enslaving the Water, Earth and Air nations.

The film stars Jackson Rathbone, Dev Patel, and newcomer Nicola Peltz.

They're looking for physically fit men and women ages 18 to 85 and children (boys and girls) ages 6 through 16. Near and Far Eastern, Middle Eastern, Asian, Mediterranean and Latino. Oh, and if you have a background in martial arts or military experience, that's a plus.

Here's what they're casting for: Craftsmen, artists, puppeteers, gymnasts, dancers, athletes, soldiers and grandparents for basket weaving, candle making, painting, ceramics, needlepoint, silk screening, whittling, jewelry making, cooking and fishing.


Where:

The Independence Visitor Center Corporation
One North Independence Mall West
6th and Market Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19106

When:
Saturday February 7, 2009
10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.



Open Casting Call for Hilary Swank film "Betty Anne Waters"

Casting directors are holding an open casting call for extras for the Hilary Swank feature film "Betty Anne Waters," which is slated to start filming in Ann Arbor, Michigan in mid-February.

Applicants don't need to have acting experience. Immediate needs include people who live in the Jackson/Ann Arbor area who can act as inmates in a prison scene (muscle-bound men with tattoos are ideal); "twenty somethings" who are taking the bar exam; families visiting inmates; participants in courtroom scenes; and general extras for various scenes throughout the movie.

Late night shooting may be required.

To register, email name, contact number and/or email address to info@realstyleonline.com noting desired half hour time frame, with "RS, casting " in the subject line. Castings are held in order of sign up, for Real Style to meet and photograph individuals interested in becoming a movie extra. Extras can expect to have photographs taken by a professional and fill out paperwork.

Where:

Comfort Inn Conference Center
1645 Commerce Park Dr.
Chelsea, Michigan

When:

Wednesday January 28
2:00pm - 8:00pm

Kathy Remski and Rose Gilpin, principals of local casting and talent resource Real Style, can discuss the opportunities for Michigan residents to be in future movies. Real Style has casted extras for Prayers for Bobby, premiering this weekend on Lifetime; Gifted Hands, starring Cuba Gooding Junior, and Whip It starring Drew Barrymore.

Production Company:

Omega Productions Inc.
633 N. La Peer
West Hollywood, CA 90069

Produced and Directed by:

Tony Goldwyn

Principal Actor Casting:

Barden/Schnee Casting
150 West 28th Street
Suite 402
New York, NY 10001

Story:

Hillary Swank will play the title role in the true story of a high school dropout who would not give up her belief that her brother, Kenneth, had been framed. In between raising kids and waiting tables, she worked her way through college and law school so she could represent her brother after he’d used up his attempts to appeal his conviction through public defenders.