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Digital Hollywood Spring ‘08 celebrates new talent in the “New Social Digital Media Landscape,” when it meets May 5-8 in Hollywood, holding events like the VIP opening day dinner hosted by Tim Chang, featuring Damon Wayans, Tyrese Gibson, and Chuck D, and a poolside reception hosted by Microsoft Media Center. A new award takes shape as Deutsche Telekom and fmx 08 join forces to honor new concepts, cutting edge developments and forward thinkers, shaping the future of digital entertainment, through the “fmx 08 - Deutsche Telekom Digital Entertainment Awards” to be presented May 5-8 at the 13th International Conference on Animation, Effects, Games, and Digital Media in Stuttgart. Delray Beach Film Festival makes its third annual start from May 6-11, offering independent short and feature-length films, such as Stella Oliveros’ biographic retelling of events in her life in Pretty In Red (May 9 at 4 pm), and documentaries, panels and workshops, concerts, screenwriter and filmmaker contests, actors, and parties, all taking place in the Delray Beach village set by the sea. The Blues Foundation presents its 29th Blues Music Awards May 8 in Tunica. The event brings together blues performers, industry representatives and fans from all over the world to celebrate the best in blues recordings and performances from the previous year. The Global Sound Conference, May 9-12 in Marina del Rey, brings together a lineup of doctors, scientists, musicians, and media visionaries from the music, film and television industries, pioneers in the areas of Music Therapy and Ethnomusicology, all exploring the ways that sound affects our lives, and to address how this knowledge can create harmony in our world.

Pangea Day plans to use the power of film to bring the world a little closer together. Starting at 18:00 GMT on May 10, locations in Cairo, Kigall, London, Los Angeles, Mumbai, and Rio de Janeiro will be linked for a live program of films, live music, and speakers, to be broadcast in seven languages worldwide through the Internet, television, and mobile phones. One way to locate a Pangea Day event in your area is checking a Google map (http://www.pangeaday.org/attend_map.php) specially set up for this occasion. The Indie Film Jam once again screens selected films in the heart of Downtown Orlando during the Florida Music Festival 2008 weekend, May 14-17, offering independent filmmakers networking opportunities as well as industry panels designed for educating, enlightening and gaining insight into the world of filmmaking. It’s well known that the Cannes Film Festival, founded in 1939, is one of the world’s oldest, most influential and prestigious film festivals held annually in the resort town of Cannes - this year from May 14-25- in the south of France. Fairly new to the format, the Cannes Short Film Corner, presents films from all over the world, which, for the most part have not yet been released, such as Parisian director Vince Bosco, and the world premier screening his latest film, LYA (www.myspace.com/lyalefilm). Meeting in New York, May 16-18, the sixth annual Broadway Sound Master Classes (BSMC) provides attendees with an in-depth exploration of the current trends in Broadway theatre sound design and reinforcement – from the artistic process to new technology. Sound designer Abe Jacob leads a faculty of sound professionals covering topics such as theatrical sound design, optimization and reinforcement, working with digital audio consoles, and more. Quite closely related to the BSMC, the 2008 NYU/ASCAP Foundation Film Scoring Workshop in Memory of Buddy Baker, happens in an adjacent venue, May 16-23.

During the Fifteenth Annual Hollywood Filmmaker Conference, Power Pitchfest is a major component to the conference, that will happen in Los Angeles, where you have an opportunity to sell your script or book to buyers; and/or submit your script or short to agents and managers in attendance. Reba McEntire returns to host the 43rd annual Academy of Country Music Awards that will be broadcast live from Las Vegas on May 18. The organization of theater critics, writers and editors honors excellence in all areas of New York theatre, including Broadway, Off Broadway, Off Off Broadway and not-for-profit theater, with the annual Drama Desk Awards, happening on May 18 in New York. Content owners, viral video creators, online marketers, enterprise corporations, broadcast professionals, ad agencies, educators and others are expected to attend Streaming Media East, May 20-21 in New York, to see and hear the latest online video technology, as well as, to discuss the business models that are coming of age. Actress Charlize Theron, director Stuart Townsend, and other special guests are expected to attend Seattle International Film Festival’s opening night with the premiere of “Battle in Seattle,” a dramatization of the events when Seattle was host to the WTO conference, putting the SIFF into gear for a May 22 opening, continuing to June 15. The 12th Annual Durango Songwriters Expo, co-sponsored by BMI, is a blend of music business seminars and workshops, song listening/critique sessions, live songwriter showcases, and a live hit-writer concert to close the event. It’s also notoriously known to limit its registration to 200 attendees, seeking to amplify its importance as a vigorous networking and relationship-building opportunity.

The above events are only a sample of what is fully listed. Complete details are on the "Media, Entertainment and Performing Arts Industry News and Events" page. Video and podcast versions of this news summary are also available at most popular video sites around the Web like MySpace, YouTube, Bit Torrent, as well as on The Actor’s Checklist video blog, a great place to get your iPhone, ipod or Apple TV download from. The Free Home Video Showcase serves as an archive for all past video presentations. This month on video you will see trailers and sample clips of Ghanian hip hop recording artist, mixing reggae and rap, Akwabazi Filanzy (www.myspace.com/akwabazi). Parisian based actor, filmmaker and musician who will be featured in the Cannes Short Film Corner, Vince Bosco (www.myspace.com/vincebosco), with the world premiere of LYA. Winner for the Best Foreign Film in the Miami Underground Film Festival, ‘Marta’s Sex Tape,’ from director Anthony Rivero Stabley (www.MartaSexTape.com). The Actor’s Checklist now lets you check the latest musical artists song releases on Apple’s iTunes, updated on an hourly basis.

RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR, MULTIPLE AUDITIONS, NEW YORK

All auditions at Radio City Music Hall, 44 W. 51st St. (btwn. 5th and 6th Ave), stage entrance. NYC. Madison Square Garden Entertainment will be conducting auditions for Rockettes, male and female dancers, male and female vocalists, male and female singers who dance well, little people performers, and children to perform in the 2008 Radio City Christmas Spectacular productions in cities which include New York, Chicago, St. Louis, Buffalo, Cleveland, and Nashville. Rehearsals begin in October and early November (schedules vary) and performances run through the end of December/early January. Travel and housing provided for productions outside of New York ONLY (No housing or travel is provided for performers in the New York show). All performers must be at least 18 years of age to audition (Children age: boys 7 - 14, girls 10 - 14) and must currently be legally permitted to work in the United States. Tutoring is provided for all children. MSGE is committed to racially diverse casting for all roles. The auditions will be conducted by Supervising Director Linda Haberman. If cast, you will be offered an AGVA contract. Both union and non-union will be seen. AGVA members will be seen first. Tues. May 6: Rockettes - 10 AM. Rockettes must be between 5′6″ and 5′10″ tall (measurements will be taken), and must be proficient in jazz and tap dance. CALLBACKS: Weds. May 7. Mon. May 19: Female dancers - 10 AM. Be prepared to learn ballet and jazz combinations. If you also sing, bring sheet music. Pointe work is a plus (but not required). Bring pointe shoes to the audition, if you work en pointe. CALLBACKS: Tues. May 20. Male dancers - 2 PM. Be prepared to learn ballet and jazz combinations. If you also sing, please bring sheet music. CALLBACKS: Tues. May 20. Weds. May 21: Male vocalists and male singers who dance well - 10 AM. Both male vocalists and male singers who dance well must prepare an up-tempo song and a ballad in their key for the audition. Bring sheet music. No recorded music is allowed. Male vocalists must have great voice and style with a wide vocal range, be proficient at singing close harmony, and be able to move well. Male singers who dance well must be able to sing and dance and will be taught choreography. CALLBACKS: Thurs. May 22. Female vocalists and female singers who dance well - 1 PM. Both female vocalists and female singers who dance well must prepare an up-tempo song and a ballad in their key for the audition. Bring sheet music. No recorded music is allowed. Female vocalists must have great voice and style with a wide vocal range, be proficient at singing close harmony, and be able to move well. Female singers who dance well must be able to sing and dance and will be taught choreography. CALLBACKS: Thurs. May 22. Little People performers - 5 PM. Adults 4′ 10″ tall and under, must be athletically fit and able to move well to music and project their voice. Come prepared to move. CALLBACKS: Same day. Thurs. May 22: Children - 4 PM. Children (boys 7 - 14, girls 10 - 14 years of age) must be 4′10″ tall or under (measurements will be taken). Both boys and girls must have some jazz dance ability. In addition, girls must be strong in ballet and have at least one year of experience en pointe. Girls must bring their pointe shoes with them to audition. There will be no exceptions. Note: girls should look more like little girls than young women. Both boys and girls may be asked to sing a song, which they will be taught. CALLBACKS: Same day. Madison Square Garden Entertainment is committed to multi-ethnic casting and is an equal opportunity employer. AGVA, NON-AGVA. All audition dates and times are subject to change, so visit www.radiocityauditions.com or call the Radio City Audition Hotline at (212)485-7399, before attending any calls.

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OPEN CALL FOR SWEENEY TODD NATIONAL TOUR, NEW YORK

Mon. May 5, 10 AM. At Chelsea Studios, 151 W. 26th St. NYC.
Dave Clemmons Casting is holding an open call (for singers who play the required instruments) for a non-union national tour of Sweeney Todd. Produced by Networks Presentations. Originally reconceived by John Doyle. Directed by Adam John Hunter. Musical Supervision by David Loud. Original Music & Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim. Book: Hugh Wheeler. Rehearsals begin August/September; tour opens end of September and is booked through June 2009. All positions are paid. Note: This innovative production of Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s musical masterpiece features a multi-talented, musical instrument-playing cast. It opened on Broadway during the 2005-2006 season. Prepare a classical piece with your instrument. Also prepare a short song to sing in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided. Bring picture and resume stapled together. Seeking: Sweeney Todd: Male, 40s-50s, any ethnicity. Instruments: orchestra bells, must play acoustic guitar or trumpet well. A murderous barber, he finds vengeance in his blades by systematically slitting the throats of all his enemies. He is consumed by his thirst for blood. Strong bass-baritone up to an F singing voice. Mrs. Lovett: Female, 40s-50s, any ethnicity. Instruments: orchestra bells, basic tuba. Worn-down owner of a pie shop on Fleet Street. Hard-edged but with a sense of humor. Lovett aids Sweeney in his massacre by making meat pies out of his victims. Strong alto or mezzo-soprano singing voice. Ability to read music is a plus. Judge: Male, 40s-50s, any ethnicity. Instruments: excellent trumpet player and percussion. Contemporary of Sweeney’s and the man responsible for his downfall. Pompous, self-centered and powerful. He plans to wed his charge, Johanna. Strong baritone singing voice. Johanna: Female, 20s, any ethnicity. Instruments: excellent cellist. Young, ingenue. Sweeney’s daughter. Young, innocent, romantic, beautiful. She becomes the ward of the Judge who wants to make her his wife. Beautiful soprano singing voice (to Db). Anthony: Male, 20s, any ethnicity. Instruments: excellent cellist and good pianist. Young, modern romantic. A sailor who meets and helps Sweeney on his return to London. He falls in love with Johanna. Strong tenor or baritenor singing voice. Tobias: Male, 20s, any ethnicity. Instruments: excellent violinist, good clarinetist, piano. Young and vulnerable. Assistant to Pirelli, he is an orphan. He comes to view Mrs. Lovett as a surrogate mother figure. He is the glass through which this production is viewed. Strong tenor singing voice. Beadle: Male, 30s-40s, any ethnicity. Instruments: excellent accordion, piano, and flute player. An Italian traveling salesperson/scam artist. Also plays nurse/overseer in insane asylum. Long-winded and brazen. Strong-mezzo-soprano or singing voice. Beggar Woman: Female, 30s-40s, any ethnicity. Instruments: excellent clarinetist, good pianist. Once glamorous, she’s a mentally unstable homeless woman and prostitute. It turns out that she is the wife of Sweeney. Strong soprano singing voice (to Db) with strong belt voice. Fogg: Male or female (30s-50s), any ethnicity. Instruments: excellent upright double blass player. Plays with low ‘c’ extension. The stern head of the Asylum for the mentally insane where Johanna gets put away. Sings in ensemble numbers. Strong baritone singing voice.

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SPURN PRODUCTIONS CASTING FOR ONLINE VIDEO PODCAST, NEW YORK

Spurn Productions is seeking male/female ensemble members, 20s through 30s, to join its current production of Spurn. Experience, versatility and dark sense of humor a must. Director: Neil Turitz. First appearing on stage in November 2001, Spurn is a collection of short one-acts that sketches and portrays our society and culture through the scarred lens of black comedy. Spurn has embarked on a total of ten previous stage productions, one of which opened in the New York Fringe Festival in 2004. In early 2006, Spurn began a new venture - the video podcast. Since then, Spurn has achieved over 1 million unique views, and is now poised to conquer the internet with our upcoming series of all new videos. http://www.spurn-nyc.com. Apply to casting@spurn-nyc.com, 23 St. Francis Place, Brooklyn, NY, 11216.

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PHOTO/RESUME REQUEST FOR ‘SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD’, NEW YORK

Thurs. May 15 and Fri. May 16 by appointment only. At Grey Matters Productions, 273 Bennett Ave., #4D. NYC. Grey Matters Productions is casting for its upcoming production of Songs for a New World. This is a union/non-union production and will be a (pending) AEA Showcase with a stipend available. Breakdown: Looking for all ethnicities, must KNOW/LOVE this show. Man 1: 20s, athletic singer/dancer. Tenor to C (Rock/R&B falsetto extension a plus), comfortable with intricate harmonies. Woman 1: 20s, singer/dancer. Soprano with contemporary lyric belt to Eb, mix to G, Comfortable with intricate harmonies. Man 2: 40s/50, singer/dancer. Mezzo with Broadway belt to D, Comfortable with intricate harmonies. Woman 2: 40s/50s, singer/dancer. Mezzo, with Broadway belt to D, Comfortable with intricate harmonies. Teenage Ensemble: 14-18 years, m/f singer/dancer. All must be comfortable singing intricate, close harmonies throughout their ranges. Sopranos to Bb, Belts to D (preferably E), Altos to F, Tenors to Bb, Baritones to F (some to Ab). Rehearsals in September, performances in October. Send your headshot and resume to: Bailie Slevin, 273 Bennett Ave. #4D, New York, NY 10040. Or send to songs.producer@gmail.com.

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OPEN AUDITION FOR THE INTERDEPENDENCE PROJECT, NEW YORK

Thurs. May 8, 8 - 11 PM. At LILA, 302 Bowery, 2nd floor. NYC. The Interdependence Project (theidproject.com) is a non-profit organization interested in applying the insights, clarity, and wisdom developed by mindfulness meditation techniques to the arts and activism in the NYC community. The ID Project Theater Group will hold an audition to establish a resident performance ensemble. To attend, all performers would have some consistent contemplative practice (meditation, yoga, tai chi, etc.) and are willing to commit to a weekly 3-4 hour ensemble work session as well as a monthly workshop for the ID Project community at large. Performers of all disciplines, ethnicities, and racial backgrounds are encouraged to attend. Dress ready to move. Any questions email Co-director Josh Adler, joshadler33@yahoo.com.

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CASTING FOR NYU THESIS FILM ‘LARRY’S NEW TATTOO’, NEW YORK

Casting for the New York University thesis film “Larry’s New Tattoo.” SAG Student Film Agreement. Story about the emotional decisions involved in determining what one’s first tattoo could be. Submit to: larrysnewtattoo@gmail.com. Shooting from June 5-June 17. Submit no later than May 17. Seeking: Dr. White: Caucasian, 40-60. The character of “Dr. White” is the loving and supportive father of the main character who must confront his son when a dark family secret is finally revealed to the boy. Mrs. White: Caucasian, 40-55. Mrs. White is the mother of the lead character; her brother is in treatment for mental health problems. She struggles to keep his affairs private from the rest of her family. Dr. Kent: Male, 40-60. Psychiatrist to one of the lead characters, Dr. Kent is a strong believer of behavioral therapy but opposes the use of excessive medications for his patients’ mental health. Dr. Lynch: Male, 40-60. A physician at a clinic that specializes in mental healthcare who is willing to take risks with his patients’ treatments as long as the potential rewards are great. Allie: A multi-tattooed woman who works at a local tattoo parlor, assisting the artist. Dr. Eichi: 40-60. Chief of Staff at a health clinic.

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AUDITIONS FOR SUPERNATURAL THRILLER ‘BITTER HEART’, PENNSYLVANIA

Sat. May 10, 10 AM - 2 PM. At the Anne Frank School, 2000 Bowler St, Philadelphia, PA. Potent Pictures is holding auditions for the supernatural thriller “Bitter Heart.” Dir. Christian Jude Grillo. Feature-length, low-budget project with name actors attached. SAG, SAG-eligible, and non-union actors welcome. Bring headshots and resume. (Headshots may be e-mailed in advance to potentpictures@live.com.) Contact Christian Grillo myspace.com/potentpictures. Seeking: Samantha: 8-11. Female. Caucasian. Emily: 30s. Female. Caucasian. Nudity required. Hooker: Female. Caucasian. Able to play late teens early twenties. Nudity required. Thomas Masterman: 40s. Male. Caucasian. Thomas Masterman Jr.: Early teens. Male. Caucasian. Butler: 30s-50’s Male. Caucasian. Mike: 30s. Male. Caucasian. Lead Paranormal: 30s-40s. Male. African-American. Sue: 30s. Female. Caucasian. Claire: 50s-60s. Female. Caucasian. Young Eli: Late teens. Male. Caucasian. Grounds Keeper: 50s-60s. Male. Any race. Philip Frost: Around 7. Male. Caucasian. Extra roles will also be cast.

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CASTING ALL TYPES FOR ‘BUILDING ORDINARY’ FEATURE, NEW YORK

Casting for the non-union feature film “Building Ordinary.” Dir. Vitaly Bokser. Starts: July 1. Exec. Producer: Vitaly Bokser. Co-Exec. Producer: Jeremy Kline. Format: HD - HVX200 24P with Redrock Mini35. The shoot will be for 18+ days. Looking for exceptionally talented people. The script is not the standard indie talking heads film with one location… this film will encompass many locations, lots of quirky characters, in many situations. Objective is to get into Sundance and other high caliber festivals and to gain visibility for all those involved with the specific goal of getting picked up and/or financed for the next film planned in 2009. Audition, callback and pay TBD. Dates: TBD. Submit to buildingordinary@gmail.com, no later than June 15. Seeking: Albert: Male, white, 30, Quirky looking/acting. Serious but in a comedic way, sarcastic. Mark: Male, white, mid-20s, attractive but not overly attractive, grungy looking, very smart, witty, non cigarette smoker. Moshe: Male, Hasidic Jew, 30s, beard, hat, the works. Danny: Male, stocky, 30s, has cerebral palsy, Nice guy. Homeless Man: Male, homeless man, 50s-60s war vet, big beard, messy gray hair. Bierko: Male, black, 30s, big, strong voice, can be both scary and comedic. Exotic Woman: Female, Exotic, mix look, 20s. Serpico: Italian, 30s, tough, strong, Bierko’s partner. Rabbi Shram: Rabbi, 50s, gray beard, wise, kind hearted. Mike B: 30s, frat boy look, Albert’s wiseass coworker. Sheikhidhar: Indian, skinny, late 30s, heavy indian accent, Alberts Boss. Old Chinese Woman: 50-60s, Chinese woman, must be fluent in Chinese. Cop: Cop, any type, 30-40s, strong voice. Store Clerk: Indian, 20s. Office Workers: all types, featured and extra roles here.

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OPEN AUDITIONS FOR ‘BEAUTY AND THE BEAST’, CONNECTICUT

Sun. May 4, Mon. May 5, Tues. May 6, 7 PM each day. At the Thomaston Opera House, 158 Main St., Thomaston, CT. The Thomaston Opera House will hold Open Auditions for a Main Stage Production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Callbacks will be held Wednesday, May 7, if needed. Director: Rick Doyle. Musical Director: Dan Koch. Production will run July 19 - August 10 for 11 performances. All roles are open to audition. All auditioning will be asked to sing (bring sheet music if your selection is not from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast), read from the script and come prepared to dance (bring shoes if you have them). Accompanist provided. For additional information, call (860)283-6250 or visit our website at www.thomastonoperahouse.org.

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AUDITIONING DANCERS WHO SING FOR THE FELA KUTI PROJECT, NEW YORK

Mon. May 12, 10 AM - Women; 2 PM - Men. At Nola Studios, 250 W. 54th St., 11th Floor. NYC. The Fela Kuti Project is holding an open audition for its upcoming Developmental Workshop. This audition is for African, African-American, or people of African descent/mixed race. Directed and Choreographed by Bill T. Jones. Seeking: Male and Female Dancers with a Modern, African, Contemporary, and/or Jazz dance background. Especially seeking male dancers of substantial size. Must have ability to sing. Acrobatics, aerial work and clown training preferred. Playing a musical instrument (especially percussion) is a plus. If you do play a musical instrument, bring it with you and be prepared to play. Dancers should be warmed up and ready to dance at call times. You will dance barefoot. Also, dancers may or may not be asked to sing, so be prepared with an African chant of your own choosing, as well as a song that shows off voice and range. Bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided, but you may be asked to sing a cappella. Bring a current picture and resume, stapled together. This NON-AEA Developmental Workshop will take place between Mon. June 16 - Sat. July 20 and require availability 10 AM - 6 PM, 6 days/week for 4-5 weeks with possible evenings the last week. Paid work. If you would like to be considered for this project but are unavailable to make it to this call, send your picture and resume immediately to: The Fela Kuti Project, c/o Mungoli Theatricals, INC., 207 West 25th Street, 6th floor, New York, NY 10001.

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COHOES MUSIC HALL OPEN AUDITIONS, 2008-09 SEASON, NEW YORK

Tues. May 6, 10 AM - 6 PM, musical; Wed. May 7, 2 - 5 PM, dramatic. At Chelsea Studios, 151 W. 26th St. NYC. C-R Productions, Cohoes, NY, is casting for its 2008-09 season. LOA (approval and salary level pending; housing and transportation provided; Beehive is under AGVA jurisdiction). Producers: Jim Charles and Tony Rivera. Shows perform on weekends. 2008-09 season. All dates below are contract dates, including rehearsals. The Theatre will hire a minimum of two actors on Equity contracts in each show other than Beehive. Theatre states, “All roles will be cast from these auditions.” Theatre’s casting note: “[All actors in musicals] must be strong singers. No microphones are used.” BEEHIVE The 60’s Musical: Created by Larry Gallagher. Director / Choreographer: Tralen Doler. July 15 - August 17. Show is under AGVA jurisdiction. All roles available. NOISES OFF: by Michael Frayn. Director: Jim Charles. August 26 - September 21. All roles available. DAMES AT SEA: Music: Jim Wise. Book / Lyrics: George Haimsohn and Robin Miller. Director: Tralen Doler. September 30 - November 2. All roles available. NUNCRACKERS: The Nunsense Christmas Musical by Dan Goggin. Director TBA. November 18 - December 21. The role of Mother Superior is cast. All other roles available. THE FULL MONTY: Music/Lyrics: David Yazbek. Book: Terrence McNally. Director TBA. February 3 - March 8, 2009. All roles available. DRACULA: Dramatized by Hamilton Deane and John L. Balderston. Based on the novel by Bram Stoker. Director: Jim Charles. March 24 - April 19, 2009. All roles available. THE PRODUCERS: Music/Lyrics: Mel Brooks. Book: Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan. Director: / Choreographer: Tralen Doler. April 28 - May 31, 2009. All roles available. On Monday, May 5, the musical day, prepare a brief standard Broadway song. No contemporary material, unless auditioning for Beehive. Bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. On Wednesday, May 7, the dramatic day, prepare a brief monologue. Both days: Bring TWO sets of your stapled-together picture and resume. NOTE: Equity has granted an auditions concession to the producer. Equity Members may request a copy of the concession’s full text from the Equity Auditions Department. Cohoes Music Hall is located 2 hours north of NYC. Do not call the Theatre. More information: www.cohoesmusichall.com. The producer will run all aspects of all OPEN auditions. Equity Principal Audition procedures will not be in effect for OPEN auditions, and no Equity Monitor will be provided for them.

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CASTING HD FEATURE ‘HAPPY BIRTHDAY RITA’, NEW YORK

Rugged Beauty Pictures is casting for the HD feature film “Happy Birthday Rita.” Shooting in Manhattan & Brooklyn. Payment: Negotiable & Deferred. Non-Union. Synopsis: Dry-comedic drama about two broken-hearted strangers who bond through a shared loneliness. This film will be shot May 15 - June 15 in Manhattan & Brooklyn. Seeking: Alin Druthers: Male, 50-70, irritable Caucasian/Eastern European look, introvert for lead role. Charley: female, 20-30s, Caucasian, self-destructive call girl for lead role. Cecil Harrison: male, 60-80s, Caucasian/African-American, scraggy old-timer for lead role. Crooner: 40-60s, African-American, baritone. Delivery Guy: 20s, comedic slacker. Lou: 40-60s, overweight alcoholic; Japanese Businessmen: 20-40s, Japanese. Submit to: ram@ruggedbeautypictures.com or send snail mail to 704 Sackett St., Suite 1B, Brooklyn, NY 11217.

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NEW YORK FILM ACADEMY CASTING SHORT ‘THE KILLERS’, NEW YORK

Casting for the New York Film Academy short film “The Killers.” Dir. Niklas Hildén. Producer: Giorgio Caridi. Advanced 15 min thesis based on the feverish short story by Ernest Hemingway. The film will be shot on 16mm and directed by Swedish-born Niklas Hildén. Duration: 4 days, starts May 12. Lo/no/deferred pay. Non-union. Snyopsis: Max and Al come in to Henry’s lunch-room and sit at the counter. They are here to kill an ex-professional boxer who is supposed to come and eat his dinner within an hour. George, the owner of the diner and Nick a customer gets involved in a suspense thriller that explores the darker side of human nature. Generally we are seeking rough people with character, so no pretty faces! Send your resume and a photograph to castingthekillers@hotmail.com and if you feel right for any part we will contact you for an audition. Seeking: Ole: White male. 25-30. Ole is an ex-professional boxer who could conquer the world if he wanted to. But he has given up on life and slowly awaits his death. Nick: White male. 18-24. Nick is naive and young man without an education and any future plans. He is the opposite of George. George: White male. 51-60. George is an unmarried man who’s been around the block and manages a diner. Al: White male. 25-30. Al is the other killer and Max’s sidekick. Al is very intimidating and speaks with actions. Max: White male. 31-40. Max is one of the killers. He is smart and precise.

MUSICIANS, ARTISTS, MAGICIANS, VARIED PERFORMERS FOR CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT, PARSIPPANY

CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT Children’s Entertainment Co., a division of Jellybean Junction, is seeking talent for children’s entertainment. Jessica Pfeiffer, casting. Production begins Summer 2008. Seeking—Musicians, Artists, Magicians, Jugglers, Character Actors, and Performers: male and female, 18+, all ethnicities, talented and enthusiastic. Note: travel and background clearance required. Auditions will be held by appt. only. For more info or an audition appt., call (973) 539-5392.

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SOUTH STREET SEAPORT SEEKS VARIED PERFORMERS, NEW YORK

The South Street Seaport (212-SEA-PORT) is seeking talent for its 2008 street performer programs. Joan Cooney, exec. marketing asst. Seeking—Musicians; Magicians; Mimes; Balloon Artists; Jugglers; Acrobats; Singers; and Dancers. Note: Seeking self-contained acts. Auditions will be held April 22, noon-2:30 p.m. & 5:30-7:30 p.m. at South Street Seaport, Pier 17 (on the pier) in NYC. In case of inclement weather, auditions will take place inside Pier 17 Building atrium at Fulton & South Streets.

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COMIC ACTORS THAT SING FOR OFF-BROADWAY IMPROV SHOW, NEW YORK

Wed. April 23. At the EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH! Comedy Theater, 300 W. 42nd St. NYC. Eight Is Never Enough! is casting for intern/featured players and future replacements for its off-Broadway run, and touring company. All types are welcome to submit. Especially looking for witty and physical comic actors that sing. Great team players only need apply. Piano and/or teaching experience a plus. Pay per performance/gig. To request audition: Submit materials to producers Walt Frasier and Spero Chumas via email: info@fpny.org. More information is available at www.eightimprov.biz. Union/Non Union.

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FEATURED BACKGROUND WORK, CONNECTICUT

Casting the following roles for featured background work on a new feature film directed by Sam Mendes (Academy Award Winning Director, American Beauty) and starring Maya Rudolph (Saturday Night Live), John Krasinski (The Office), Carmen Ejogo (Lackawanna Blues), and Toni Collette (Little Miss Sunshine, The Sixth Sense). This film will begin shooting in Connecticut at the end of April. Email recent pictures, and contact information to sam@gwcnyc.com. Seeking: Neptune: 4- to 8-month-old Caucasian twins or triplets (Multiple days, scenes filming in May). Professor’s Son: 12- to 18-month-old Caucasian twins (1 day, shooting in early May). Young Verona: Maya Rudolph at age 8, mixed ethnic background of African and Caucasian (1 day photoshoot in beginning of April). Young Grace: Carmen Ejogo at age 6, mixed ethnic background of African and Caucasian (1 day photoshoot in beginning of April). Hotel Manager: Indian man in his 60s. Jazz Band: five-piece jazz band of musicians with their own instruments. College Protesters: 18- to 22-year-old male and females. Also seeking CT locals to fill various other background roles. Filming in various areas from North Western CT to New Haven. Note where you are from. If you have a car, note the make, model, year and color.

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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTALISTS WANTED, NEW YORK

Looking for a: French Hornist Bassoonist Trombonist Celloist Oboeist, paying $50 per instrumentalist. Just to play a few notes here and there on a musical song. Apply to Mike at: mgm_21136@yahoo.com

CASTING SAG SCRIPTED CABLE TV SHOW ABOUT BIKERS, LOS ANGELES

An upcoming scripted cable TV Show titled, ‘One Percent,’ about bikers is casting for a May 2008 filming date. The ages of the parts are 18 - 60s. All ethnicities. The series will broadcast on cable. Looking for quirky ‘character types’. Seeking: ‘Donna Seaton’, Female, Caucasian, 20s. She is a young goth woman who is intelligent,perceptive, and a kind-hearted, genuinely nice yet very flirtatious person. ‘Rhonda’, Female, any ethnicity, 30s - 40s. She is a married woman, who is beautiful, intelligent, strong, respected by the Death Ranger’s club. Rhonda is the mother of a young boy, Eric. She is also a Betty Boop fanatic, and has decorated the home with Boop merchandise. ‘Spaceman’, Male, any ethnicity, 20s. He thinks he’s the king of the road. He knows he’s in trouble when he’s pulled off the road by Misfit. ‘Sketch’, Male, any ethnicity, 20s. A drug addict biker who accidentally blows himself up when his meth explodes. ‘Montana’, Female, any ethnicity, 20s - 30s. Tough and bitter but faithful to her husband. For more info about auditioning, please send email to Michael Heldson at AuditionNow@gmail.com by April 25.

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CASTING FOR MEL BROOKS MUSICAL, THE PRODUCERS’, MUNSTER

Theater at the Center (Munster, IN) is casting Mel Brooks’ The Producers, the hit musical about two theatrical producers who scheme to get rich by overselling interests in a Broadway flop. William Pullinsi, dir.; Bill Underwood, music dir.; Stacey Flaster, choreo. Rehearsals begin Aug. 25; runs Sept. 11-Oct. 19 at the Theater at the Center, 1040 Ridge Rd., Munster, IN. Seeking—Male and Female Actors, Singers and Dancers. Auditions will be held by appointment only on May 5. Email: cgessert@comhs.org; Phone: 219-836-0422; http://www.theatreatthecenter.com

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CASTING FOR NATIONAL TOUR OF GO DIEGO GO!, NEW YORK

Thurs. April 24, 10 AM - 4:30 PM. At Ripley Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave. NYC. Sign-in begins at 9 a.m.; all performers must be signed in by 10 a.m. Latecomers will be seen at the director’s discretion. J. Max Sullivan Casting is casting future replacements for the national tour of Go, Diego, Go! Live: The Great Jaguar Rescue, based on the Nickelodeon children’s hit animated television series. Producers: Broadway Across America & Nickelodeon. Director: Gip Hoppe. Assistant director - Choreographer: Jen Rapp. Tour plays nationwide, recently appearing at Radio City Music Hall. Upcoming venues include the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles and the Fox Theaters in Detroit and St. Louis. Open-ended run. Seeking non union performers: Diego: male, to play late teens-early 20s, Latino, strong singer-dancer-actor, cousin of Dora the Explorer, personable, enthusiastic, attractive, athletic, not too tall, must sing and move very well and be an excellent actor, must have extensive familiarity with Latino culture and be willing and able to convey that personal knowledge and life experience with the media covering the show. Dora the Explorer: female, Diego’s cousin, smart and strong, spirited explorer who loves to solve problems, interacts directly with the audience. Alicia: female, Diego’s younger sister, smart and independent helper to Diego, interacts directly with the audience. Baby Jaguar: male or female, no taller than 5′4″, Diego’s good friend, energetic and curious, should be very strong and willing to do full costume work. Bobo Monkey #1 and Bobo Monkey #2: male or female, no taller than 5′4″, pair of mischievous and rambunctious monkeys who cause some trouble for Diego and his friends, gymnastics, partnering, and tumbling a plus; Click: male, a special camera that Diego uses to find things. Rescue Pack: male, Diego’s be-everything and do-everything utility pack, hip-hop dancing experience a plus. Also seeking performers to fill male and female ensemble roles including Swings: one male and one female. Note: Seeking non union performers who are strong singer-dancer-actors for future replacements; puppetry experience a plus. Prepare a short section of an up tempo pop song that shows off vocal range and ability. Be prepared to dance first. Sides will be provided. $500/wk. (commensurate with experience), plus $245 weekly per diem, travel, housing, and health insurance provided.

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ADULT ACTORS FOR NATIONAL THEATRE FOR CHILDREN TOURING COMPANY, NEW YORK

Sat. May 10, 12 - 6 PM, by appt. only. At Nola Studios, 244 W. 54th St. (btwn Broadway and 8th Ave.), 11th floor. NYC. The National Theatre for Children (Minneapolis, MN), a touring company, is now casting for Fall 2008 & Winter 2009 tours for two-person troupes that travel to elementary schools nationwide to perform 25-minute shows that combine comedy, improv, and educational value. Casting director: Patrick Rowan. Creative director: Jon Mikkelsen. Rehearsals begin in Aug/Sept/Oct & Jan/Feb. Tours vary in length from 4 to 10 weeks (actors hired on a contract to contract basis). Seeking - adult actors: professional and responsible, must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and be willing to drive. No singing or dancing required, actors of ethnically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to audition. Note: Actors have to be energetic, talented, responsible, able to work well with directors and fellow actors, full of integrity, personable, excellent communicators, fun-loving, and prepared for the challenges of a touring lifestyle. No lighting or sound set up. For an appt., you must call the NTC audition hotline at (800) 858-3999, ext. 2. Prepare a one-minute comic monologue. Bring pix & résumés. $400/wk., plus housing and transportation provided.

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COMIC ACTORS THAT SING FOR OFF-BROADWAY IMPROV SHOW, NEW YORK

Wed. April 23. At the EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH! Comedy Theater, 300 W. 42nd St. NYC. Eight Is Never Enough! is casting for intern/featured players and future replacements for its off-Broadway run, and touring company. All types are welcome to submit. Especially looking for witty and physical comic actors that sing. Great team players only need apply. Piano and/or teaching experience a plus. Pay per performance/gig. To request audition: Submit materials to producers Walt Frasier and Spero Chumas via email: info@fpny.org. More information is available at www.eightimprov.biz. Union/Non Union.

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OPEN CALL FOR MALE AND FEMALE ACTORS WHO MOVE AND SING WELL FOR NATIONAL TOUR PRODUCTION, NEW YORK

Tues. April 22, 10 AM - open call for male and female singer/actors who move well. At Nola Studios, 250 W. 54th Street. NYC. IntraMusic Theatricals, Inc. is casting its 2008-2009 National Tour of The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley and The Ant and the Elephant. Flat Stanley: music & lyrics by Brian Louiselle. Book by Timothy A. McDonald, based on the book “Flat Stanley” by Jeff Brown. Illustrations by Scott Nash. Directed by Timothy A. McDonald. Choreographed by Steven G. Kennedy. The Ant and the Elephant: currently in development. Casting by Dave Clemmons Casting (Joy Dewing). Rehearsal begins in August; tour opens in September. Prepare 16 bars of a contemporary pop/rock song or pop/rock musical theatre song with sheet music in the appropriate key that shows off range and personality, and bring your book. All auditioning must bring sheet music for a piano accompanist and a current headshot/resume, stapled together. All positions are paid and no technical or driving responsibilities will be required. Seeking: Versatile male and female actors who sing and move well, 18 and up, all types and ethnicities, with a great sense of humor (impressions and/or characters a plus) to play several different characters. Flat Stanley: Male or female to play 10-year-old boy, high tenor or alto. Young pop/contemporary musical theatre sound. Brilliant comedic actor (especially physical comedy), good looking, likeable and boyish. Skills or experience in puppetry a plus. A young Danny Kaye. Mr. Lambchop/Dr. Quack/Etc.: Baritenor, character voices. Must contrast physically with Flat Stanley. Excellent singer and brilliant comedic actor. Roles include Groucho Marx-like psychiatrist, Mr. Lambchop and many others. Must be versatile, zany, and have a great sense of humor. Three actors to play various characters, including Mrs. Lambchop, Arthur Lambchop (Stanley’s Brother), Corky (a bulletin board), Mail Carrier, Cool Kids, etc.: Strong singers with character voices and excellent comedic skills, including facility with physical comedy.

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I LOVE YOU PETTY, AND FAVRE, OPEN AUDITIONS BY APPOINTMENT, NEW YORK

Sat. April 26, 12 - 4 PM. At Dove Studio, 347 W. 36th St., 13th Floor (btwn 8th and 9th Ave.) NYC. The Midtown International Theater Festival is holding open auditions by appointment for its showcase production of I Love You, Petty, And Favre. Equity Basic Showcase, approval pending. Producer: Scott-Works Productions. Director: John Budion. Author: David Scott. First rehearsal: End of June. Festival runs: July 14 - August 10. Currently scheduled for 6 performances (could be more depending on advance ticket sales). To request an appointment, e-mail David at: davidperiodscott@gmail.com. Deadline to request an appointment is May 10. For the audition, prepare one contemporary monologue. Bring picture and resume, stapled together. Seeking: Young Brett: Female, 20s. Sexy, smart, loves music and needs to plan everything. Vulnerable at times and needs to plan everything. Young Brian: Male, 20s. An idealist. Goes with the flow of life, but can’t decide what he wants to do. High morals and family orientated. Loves the Green Bay Packers. Older Brett: Female, 30s, older version of Young Brett. Wonderful mother of two little ones and is a chef. Older Brian: Male, 30s, older version of Young Brian. First dabbles in finance and then attends medical school. Wonderful father of two. Joe: Male 50s-60s. He is the #1 Dad and has a great relationship with his son Brian. Full of idealism like his son, always looks at the bright side of things. MaryAnn: 50s-60s. Small role. She is born and raised in Wisconsin and has the accent to prove it (think Fargo). Very loving but not the sharpest tool in the shed. Rick: 50s-60s. Small role. He is the father of Brett. He is very stubborn and to the point. Doesn’t smile much since his wife died. Doctor/Teacher/Rob: Male 20s-30s. Actor plays several characters. The teacher and Doctor roles are not difficult. The part of Rob, who is Brian’s high school friend, is a surfer/laid back personality. Mary: Child, age 7. Not a ton of dialogue but enough that the child needs to be good with memorizing lines. Joshua: Child, age 5. Plays a goofball as most 5-year-olds are. Less lines than the other child, Mary, but still enough that child needs to be good with memorization.

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NORWEGIAN JADE CRUISE, OPEN CALL FOR SINGERS/ACTORS THAT MOVE, NEW YORK

Mon. April 21, 10 AM - 4 PM open call; Callbacks on April 22. At Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave. NYC. Norwegian Cruise Line and the Gary Musick Company are holding auditions for singers/ actors for various shows on the Norwegian Jade cruise. Casting the following shows: Smokey Joe’s Café, Shout the Mod Musical, And the World Goes Round, and Showdown! Seeking: soul, R&B, jazz, musical theater singers/actors who move. Must be at least 18 years old. Audition pieces should include Motown classics, R&B standards and/or selections from Smokey Joe’s Café. Bring sheet music in your key; a pianist and CD player will be provided. Bring a picture and resume or C.V. Rehearsals being June 30 for six weeks, and contracts are for six months in the Mediterranean. Further information is available at www.garymusik.com/audition.htm or The Gary Musik Company, 885 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN, 37210 or by calling (615) 259-2400.

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CASTING FEATURE FILM, THE SINATRA CLUB, NEW YORK

Sinatra Club Inc. is currently accepting headshots for the feature film “The Sinatra Club,” shooting in NYC for three months, beginning on July 8. Director: Gabriel Bologna. Seeking SAG/Non SAG. Italian mob type actors are encouraged to apply. Email submissions (preferred) to ubatzproductions@aol.com or mail to Sinatra Club Inc, 1134 Crane Street #216 Menlo Park, CA 94025. Seeking: Roy Cohn: male, 41-50, Caucasian. Famed New York attorney. Goldie: female, any age, Caucasian. 20s, attractive, busty blond, outgoing hooker. Jimmy “Jimmy the Gent” Burke: male, 41-50, Caucasian. 40s, very Irish, good-looking. Carlo Gambino: male, 61+, Caucasian. 70s, white hair, aging, frail, NY Boss of Bosses. Charlie Fatico: male, 51-60, Caucasian. 50s, very Italian, ultra-street smart. Paul “Big Paulie” Castellano: male, 51-60, Caucasian. 50s, tall, well groomed. Jane: female, 25-30, Caucasian. 25, beautiful blond, (cross between Kim Bassinger & Marilyn Monroe). Roundy: male, 31-40, Caucasian. 300 lb jolly gambler who had a massive eating addiction. Tommie DeSimone: male, 25-30, Caucasian. 25 year old hijacker / hitman. His character earned Joe Pesci the Academy Award in ‘Goodfellas.’ In real life, Tommie was tall, thin and handsome unlike Joe Pesci. John Gotti: male, 31-40, Caucasian. 32-year-old John Gotti, long before the public knew him. In 1972, John Gotti and Salvatore ‘Crazy Sally’ aka ‘Ubatz’ Polisi partnered up in a small obscure gambling social club known only inside organized crime as ‘The Sinatra Club.’ Salvatore “Ubatz” Polisi: male, 25-30, Caucasian. 27, good looking Italian, high energy hijacker / bank robber / gambler.

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THE PROPOSAL, SAG/NON-SAG COMEDY SHORT, NEW YORK

Casting for “The Proposal,” a Dark Comedy HD Short Film. Submissions from both SAG and Non-SAG are fine. Will file deferred pay for SAG and prepare for all needed paperwork. Copy and credit. All travel, lodging, and expenses will be covered. A daily stipend may be considered as well. Additional shooting locations outside of New York are being considered. Email: persimmonfilms@gmail.com. John C. Kim, Persimmon Films, LLC, 111 Livingston Street, Suite 1110, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Synopsis: Gene is back in his old hometown to propose to his girlfriend Grace and runs into old friend Jack who convinces him that he needs the perfect ring for the proposal. Jack introduces Gene to Jezebel who shows them the most spectacular rock, a.k.a, the “One.” The “One” goes missing and Jezebel will have her payback one way or another before time runs out. Seeking actors strong in comedy and drama: Gene: Asian-American male, 25-35. A high-flying Wall Street-type who thinks it’s about time he got married. While he appears to be self- assured, he seems motivated more by practicality than emotion when it comes to affairs of the heart. Jack: Asian-American male, 25-40. A former high-flying New York Wall Street type who has undergone a mysterious transformation and is now a florist in his old small suburban hometown. Jezebel: female, Caucasian or Asian-American but Asian-American is a plus, 21-35. A former model/actress/cabaret singer who has fallen from grace and is now living at home in her parent’s basement, selling jewelry and working part-time as a dominatrix. Grace: Asian-American female, 25-35. She is the good girl, the perfect girl, and, ostensibly, the “One” for Gene.

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CASTING NYU THESIS FILM, NEW YORK

Casting for the New York University thesis film “What Did You Do Last Night.” Director: John Du. Will run Festival Circuit. SAG Student Film Agreement. Copy, credit, food, trans. Shoots: June 2 - 9. “What Did You Do Last Night?” is a short film comedy where five recent college graduates decide to order strippers as entertainment when celebrating two of the friends’ birthdays. During the price negotiation process between the strippers and the fellas, two of the guys’ girlfriends show up unannounced. The guys try to evade the potentially awkward situation. Send your headshots ASAP to Johndubs1@gmail.com . Seeking: Victor: Male, 18-24, Asian. A drinker, fun to be around with when drunk, unconsciously selfish and a little perverted. Fun leader of the group. Hoan: Male, 18-24, Asian. Giggly, passive, always happy and neat guy who only gets mad about someone beating him in video games. Strippers (2): Female, 25-30, East European, Russian. Able to speak in Russian. Will have lines in the script. Frank: Male, 18-24, white. Self conscious with a strong interest in fashion and opinionated. Think of a more masculine version of Carson Kressley (Host of ‘Queer Eye for the Straight Guy’). Larry: Male, 18-24, white. Confident yet goofy; Big talker yet doesn’t seems to always back it up, has his own ways of seeing and doing things. John: Male, any, white. Straight talker, speaks his mind, vulgar at times with a keen set of negotiation skills. Bora: Female, 18-24, white. Asian/Caucasian, Victor’s girlfriend. Manipulative, suspicious, sharp, over dramatic and likes to be the center of attention. Rose: Female, 18-24, white. Asian/Caucasian, Hoan’s girlfriend. Easy going girl with a friendly attitude; gullible; looks up and follows around.

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CASTING FOR TWO-ACT FAMILY COMEDY, CONNECTICUT

Sun, April 27, 1 PM & Mon, April 28, 7 PM, Town Hall Council Chambers, 131 Cedar Street (Rt. 175). Newington, CT 06111. Please use Police Dept. entrance only for Sun. session. Theatre Newington is casting six females (playing 20’s - 60’s) & five males (playing 20’s -70’s) for the two-act family comedy NOODLES by L. Don Swartz. These are colorful, eccentric characters who may bear more than a passing resemblance to your own relatives! *Sun. April 27 (1 pm) & Mon. April 28 (7 pm) @ Town Hall Council Chambers, 131 Cedar Street (Rt. 175). Please use Police Dept. entrance only for Sun. session. Cold readings/scripts @ auditions. Rehearsals begin: June 1st. Show runs: July 26 & 27. Exciting new venue for TNOS: Scottish Rite Temple, 207 Deming Street. Questions? Info: (860) 665-8547 - leave message. Email: tnos1@juno.com; www.theatrenewington.org.

Professional television and stage actor Michael Kostroff (dark and unscrupulous gang lawyer, Maury Levy in HBO’s “The Wire,” and other appearances to his credit in “Studio 60,” “The Closer,” “Without a Trace,” etc.), and the author of the book, “Letters from Backstage” (www.myspace.com/lettersfrombackstage) conducts “Audition Psych 101″ (AuditionPsych101@aol.com) an audition workshop, one night only on April 3, in Hollywood. Author, screen, television writer, and executive consultant on HBO’s “Rome” series, Josh Conviser, will discuss writing for film, television, and literature at the Alameda Writers Group monthly meeting set or April 5 in Glendale. The Film/TV Production and Finance Summit is set to meet April 10-11 in Los Angeles, and its organizers say it is for anyone involved in filmmaking, finance, production, or investing in a motion picture or television production, particularly if you need to understand the complexities of a Film/TV finance transaction, the distribution process, and the important steps to get your production in front of the key players in the industry. The organization sometimes known as the film industry’s version of the United Nations, the Association of Film Commissioners International holds its 22nd annual AFCI Locations Trade Show with more than 180 film commissioners from around the world and some 100 production resource companies that will exhibit, in Santa Monica, April 10-12.

BEM Film’s current film project “True Riches", now in pre-production, is hosting a 70’s era Jam Party to support filming. The production, a current day adaptation of the Book of Job, is also considering music submissions for the score and soundtrack of the film in the categories of R&B Neo Soul, Contemporary Gospel, and Smooth Jazz. Contact Talent Connection (talentsconnection@yahoo.com) for more information. The Big Break Hollywood Conference and Expo, taking place in Atlanta, from April 11-13, will award its audition finalist with a one year contract for a Hollywood talent agency; one year contract with a Hollywood management agency; and a one year contract with a commercial agency. At the Broadband TV World segment of this year’s NAB Show in Las Vegas from April 11-17, learn how web video is dramatically changing the distribution channels for video and creating new challenges for branded media and traditional broadcast content. The annual IFFS Europe gathering of the European film festival community provides a platform for the community to explore ways to collaborate and promote the advancement of the film festival industry. This year’s event is conducted from Central London, April 15-16. The theme for Signal & Noise 2008, happening April 17-19 in Vancouver, is “Media Intercourse.” The Festival host VIVO is a not for profit media production, exhibition and distribution centre, operated by and for artists and media/community activists with ongoing public exhibitions of video, new media programs and Video Out’s International Distribution network. When the Bare Bones International Film Festival and Movie-Biz Conference gets underway in Muskogee, its purpose is to provide a platform from which to showcase low-budget (less than one million dollars) independent movies whose focus is championing the Bare Bones Auteur. An opening night reception is on April 17, and an Awards Gala after-party closes festivities on April 27.

This year’s Tribeca Film Festival runs April 23 to May 4 in New York’s Tribeca district. The Tribeca Talks session returns with more must-see one-on-one conversations, a concert film from a music legend, a filmmaker master class, and Tribeca Talks Industry, a brand new series that explores the business of entertainment. The Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival has announced the launch of Merge Miami, a two-day conference and networking event opening April 26 on queer film and media that is sponsored and funded by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, presenters of the annual Oscar awards. Merge Miami, to be held across the opening weekend of the 10th Annual Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, will provide a platform where seasoned film industry veterans lend their knowledge and expertise to aide those commencing their transition into motion pictures, while international industry tastemakers have the opportunity to come together and interact with the pioneering filmmakers and industry talent. The MUSEXPO 2008 conference opens April 27 in West Hollywood with a video documentary on “How to Fix The Music Business” and is followed by a wine tasting and cocktail reception on the rooftop of The Hyatt West Hollywood. A Film/TV & Videogames (Art & Commerce through visual media) forum will be conducted April 30, and the MUSEEXPO cocktail reception and awards ceremony featuring live performances at House of Blues, is in the evening. Artist showcases happen throughout at The House of Blues Main Music Hall.

The above events are only a sampling of what is listed. Most of the reported events above have a submission process for indie and/or performing artists to take part in. Complete details are on the "Media, Entertainment and Performing Arts Industry News and Events" page. Video and podcast versions of this news summary are also available at most popular video sites around the Web like MySpace, YouTube, Bit Torrent, as well as on The Actor’s Checklist at actorschecklist.com/loudblog/ a great place to get your iPhone, ipod or Apple TV download from. This month on video you will see trailers and video clips of Metal rock band hailing from London, Die So Fluid (www.myspace.com/diesofluid), with their latest single release from their album ‘Not Everybody Gets A Happy Ending,’ on Renaissance Records, via Koch Entertainment Distribution USA. The band will be in Phoenix, Arizona shooting a new video during the last week of April 2008. Indie film short "Switch" (www.myspace.com/switchmovie), a story about the romantic entanglements among a group of friends, based on the book of the same name and screenplay by Annette Johnson of AllWrite Publishing in Atlanta. Egami Vivid Production Studios (www.myspace.com/egamivivid) of Los Angeles and Toronto, with short film project "Rice Counter, Ice Sleeper," a stylized story of romance, passion, temptation and self control, and other works of Director J. Wesley Bassard. The Actor’s Checklist now lets you check the latest musical artists song releases on Apple’s iTunes, updated on an hourly basis.

TRIAD STAGE INTERNSHPS, 2008-09 SEASON, GREENSBORO

Triad Stage, an SPT theatre located in Greensboro, NC, is seeking interns for its 2008-09 season. Theatre states: “Triad Stage internships provide meaningful training for recent college graduates or graduate students.” David Byrd, general mgr. Runs mid-Aug. 2008 through mid-July 2009. SEEKING: Full-Time Interns: 18-39, motivated and energetic individuals to intern in carpentry, props/scenic art, costumes, lighting/sound, production mgmt., and artistic/company mgmt. Send cover letter, resume, and three references by March 15 to David Byrd, General Manager, Triad Stage, 232 S. Elm St., Greensboro, NC 27401; fax to (336) 274-1774; or email to david@triadstage.org. For more info, visit www.triadstage.org. Stipend, plus housing provided.

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TWELFTH NIGHT SUMMER SHAKESPEARE AUDITIONS, MIDDLETOWN

Fri. Mar. 21, 6 - 9 PM & Sat. Mar. 22, 10 AM - 1 PM, by APPT. At Oddfellows Playhouse, 128 Washington St., Middletown, CT. ARTFARM in Middletown, CT, is holding auditions for a summer “Shakespeare in the Grove” production of Twelfth Night. The company is looking for experienced male actors, ages 18+ for a vibrant and physical rendering of this fast-paced comedy of love, intrigue and cross dressing. Shakespeare in the Grove 2008 will be performed outdoors for 2 weekends, Thursdays through Sundays, July 17 - 27. To schedule an audition appointment, contact ARTFARM at info@art-farm.org, or call (860) 346-4390. Auditioners are asked to prepare a 1-2 minute Shakespearean monologue to present at the audition. Be prepared to stay the entire three hours and dress to move, as the auditions will include movement, improvisation and cold reading. Bring headshot and resume. Anyone wishing to audition for a singing role should prepare a short ballad that can be sung acappella or accompanied by an instrument that you yourself can bring and play. Parking is available in the municipal lot across the street. Arrive on time and plan on being engaged for the entire three hours. Rehearsals will begin the week of May 26 and will generally be held weekday evenings. There are a limited number of stipends available for professionals. ARTFARM is also offering internships and an apprentice program in performance and production for college-age individuals interested in being intimately involved in all aspects of the production. For more details, go to www.art-farm.org.

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OPEN AUDITIONS FOR THE UNDERPANTS, THOMASTON

Sun. April 13 & Mon. April 14, 7 PM. At the Thomaston Opera House Arts Center, 158 Main St., Thomaston, CT. The Thomaston Opera House in Thomaston, CT, will hold open auditions for an Arts Center production of The Underpants by Steve Martin. Director: Kathy Cook. Callbacks will be held Thurs. April 17, if needed. The production will be presented June 29 through June 29 for seven performances. All roles are open to audition. All those auditioning will be asked to read from the script. For additional information, call (860) 283-6250 or visit our website at www.thomastonoperahouse.org.

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HEADSHOT DROPOFF FOR NEW DRAMA, NEW YORK

DJM Productions is accepting headshots for its spring production of a new drama. Producer and Director: Dave McCracken. Non-union performers. Seeking: Two men: mid 30s, strong military types. One man: 18-29, built, soldier for May - early July run in Midtown. No nudity but men are shirtless. Evening and weekend rehearsals begin early April. Showcase stipends involved. Ethnic actors strongly encouraged to apply. Send picture and resumes to: Dionysus Theater’s L’il Peach, 270 West 36th St., 2nd Fl., NYC, 10018. E-mail questions to info@djmproductions.net. www.DJMProductions.com.

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CASTING SAG LOW BUDGET POPM & CIRCUMSTANCES, BROOKLYN

Casting for the film “Pomp & Circumstances.” This is a story about the different cultural backgrounds of families living in Brooklyn, NY. Email pix, résumés, and links to reels (including Youtube) to minnty2@yahoo.com. Some pay, plus credit and meals provided. Producer plans to apply for a SAG Low Budget Film Agreement. Seeking: African Male: late 20s to mid-30s, with African accent. Cab driver, hardworking, has a wife and two boys back in Africa (Lead). Teen Male: 15, Hasidic Jewish. Smart, rebellious, slightly depressed. Korean Mother: mid-50s. Neurotic, overbearing, needs to be in control. Korean Father: mid-to-late 50s to 60s. Calm, mellow. Korean Female: early 20s. College student, falls in love with a man 20 years older, smart, fun, caring, loving. Korean Female: 30s. Korean Male: early-to-mid 40s, professor at a college. Russian Female: 20s, prostitute, Russian accent. Male: mid-50s to early 60, Hispanic, African-American, or Middle Eastern. Faraji’s poker playing friend. Female: 20s, with accent (West Indies/Jamaican/African). Full-figured, Faraji’s love interest. Jean Philipe: French Moroccan, with Moroccan accent. Arrogant, misogynistic, attitude. All Korean family roles must be bilingual.

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PERFORMERS SOUGHT FOR CABLE/WEB SHOW, NEW YORK

Seeking non-union actors, actresses, dancers, singers, musicians to audition, appear and perform on a NYC Cable/online TV show and independent movie. Auditions begin in April. Very small pay involved. Mail pictures/resumes to: First Break Productions, 244 Fifth Ave, Suite R211, NYC, NY 10001.

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NUTTIN’ 4 XMAS, FEATURE FILM, ASBURY PARK

Guess Films is casting for the non-union feature film “Nuttin’ 4 Xmas.” Director: Sean Guess. Shooting in Asbury Park, NJ. Duration: 5 Months, starts in August. Lo/No/Deferred pay. Synopsis: A heart warming comedy about family, community love and financial hardship. It is a story about a family called the Perrys. They are facing hard financial times during the holidays after the father’s job has been outsourced to India. To make matters worse the family’s hard working mother, a maid for the town’s rich family called the Everhams, must take time off when she coughs up blood at work. Nearing Christmas they will be facing eviction from their home. Guess Films is looking to have a fun time with disciplined actors who don’t have big egos and are dedicated to their craft. As for NY, Philly and Jersey actors, we prefer those with vehicles. Our deferred payment if the film is sold is considered SAG friendly for non-union actors. We already have a large majority of talented actors in place and will continue a wide search for qualified talent. Apply to: S, Guess - guessfilms@aol.com. Seeking: Rabbi Eli Yamowitz: Male, 41-50, Semitic. A funny man, known for his talent for spinning tall tales. He is called by many locals “the Yiddish Cowboy” for his denim outfit and cowboy hat. The rabbi has been battling with the council for almost 3 years to get his Youth Center built in a very traditional town. He also has a very special place in his heart for the Perry family and lives by the motto Love Thy Neighbor as Thy self. The father of Asia and Vega Yamowitz, husband of Esther and brother of Tabby. Betsy Perry: Female, 18-24, white. (lead) A rebellious teen who years earlier learned to hate Christmas when a drunk Santa told her she was getting “Nuttin’ for Christmas.” What she did not know was her father had been laid off that year. In the present, she wrecks havoc in her community stealing Christmas decorations, vandalizing displays and writing nasty Santa letters to kids. She does become smitten during the story with a young man named Marcus Hall, who she hopes will take her to the town’s Winter Solace dance. Lean times will however will be met when her father is laid off work by Edwards Supplies when they outsource their hardware distribution business. Jerry Perry: Male, 41-50, white. The father of paternal twins Betsy and Harmony Perry. He is a hardware distribution supplies representative whose job has been outsourced to India after more than 20 years with the company. He becomes very depressed as he feels his family will once again have a horrible Christmas. Things are compounded when his wife is forced to take time off from work due to her failing health. Dee Dee Perry: Female, 25-30, white. She is a maid for one of the richest families in town, the Everhams. She is forced to take time off from her demanding job at the Everham home, when she coughs up blood. She is Jerry’s wife and Betsy and Harmony’s mom. Cleo Everham: Female, 25-3o, white. A councilwoman in the town. She is from very old money and belongs to one of the wealthiest families in the town. Looks down on the Perry family as the wrong type of people, even though she employs her former classmate Dee Dee. She is presently playing a very active role in getting Mayor Skip Martin elected to the state senate. She has even arranged for a big media blitz by raffling off a historic Victorian house in town during the holidays in hopes of getting the mayor free publicity with a Norman Rockwell type moment. She currently has taken her late sister’s son Marcus Hall into the home. She is also the mother of Ursula and wife of Les Everham. Harmony Perry: Female, 18-24, white. The paternal twin of Betsy. She is the only one of the Perrys that is class conscious. She has always surrounded herself with the rich and popular in town, especially Ursula Everham. She shuns her family and believes she will rise above them. Ballet background a plus. Marcus Hall: Male, 18-24, white. The rebellious teenage nephew of Cleo. His mother, who was known in Kentucky as “Mother Christmas” for her wonderful decorating for Lexington’s Crazy About Christmas Contest, died of ovarian cancer. He came to live with his aunt because he had no other living relatives. Marcus will try to remove Betsy’s hardness towards Christmas to show her the simple beauty of the holidays. Les Everham: Male, 31-40, white. The owner of the Everham finance company. His company currently maintains control over many of the rented and mortgaged properties in town. He owns the mortgage for the Perry’s house. While a slender man, he uses his goon Walton Simmons as reinforcement when he delivers eviction notices or threatens people. While his family once had money, the Everham family lost most of their fortune following the stock market crash of 1987. He married Cleo Miller, his current wife, to secure his future. He is pompous and is a perfect enabler for his daughter Ursula and wife Cleo. He is not thrilled about Marcus moving into his home. Skip Martin: Male, 31-40, white. The young and charming mayor of the town. He has leaned on Cleo to help organize a run for the state senate for the following year. Skip and Cleo have come up with a great raffle in town with a historic Victorian house during the holidays because they believe they can give statewide coverage of the event and bring up his favorables for his run for the state senate. Tabby Yamowitz: Female, 41-50, white. The very blunt older live-in sister of the Rabbi. She also has a talent for getting easily sidetracked. She also has been known to say a political incorrect word when she talks to non-Jewish people. Her comedic relief releases some of the tension from the struggles many are going through. Esther Yamowitz: The dance teacher in town. Eli’s younger wife. While at odds with what has been going on with her husband and the town, she still is contributing to the Winter Solace dance. Ballet Background a plus. Urusla Everham: Female, 18-24, white. The 17-year-old daughter of Cleo and Les. She is also befriended Harmony in grade school and sees her as a work in progress. She however is very hostile to Betsy and Asia. She is always scheming. She is also strikingly beautiful and knows it. Ballet background a bonus. Asia Yamowitz: Betsy’s best friend. Always in tow with Betsy and egging her on. She attempts to play matchmaker in the relationship between Betsy and Marcus. Hans Orton: Male, 51-60, white. A retired major general, who suffers from a disorder that makes him superfluous noises. He owns the town’s antique store, which is sponsoring the town’s Winter Solace Dance. He employs both Vega Yamowitz and Marcus Hall in his store.

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A LIFE PARALLEL, NEW YORK FILM ACADEMY FILM, CONNECTICUT

Green Dress Visions is casting for the New York Film Academy film “A Life Parallel.” Some pay, copy, credit, meals, travel, lodging. Synopsis: 16 mm thesis film about an old, lonely lady who has lived alone for 30 years. Obsessed with reading the weekly obituaries, she attends funerals at the local cemetery of her small home town, masquerading as a relative or close friend of the deceased and then records her ventures in her diary. Attending funerals has become her only social outlet and means of intimacy. When she meets a man who becomes something more than just a usual gig, her fear of intimacy battles her fear of a closing doom. Project is intended for film festival distribution. Shooting May 19-26 in Darien, CT. Email greendressvisions@gmail.com. Seeking: Martha: 60s-70s, Caucasian, an eccentric old woman, lonely, a gardener, meticulous, reserved but not insecure, routine-oriented. Florist: male, 60s-70s, Caucasian, wise, sweet, outgoing, wears glasses, passionate about flowers and romance. Ron: 60s, a family member of the deceased, outgoing. Bill: 60s, a family member of the deceased, outgoing. Two Grave Diggers: 20s-30s, high school dropouts, laidback, observers, disrespectful, comic relief. Sarah: 30s-40s, daughter of florist. Michelle: 6-10, Sarah’s daughter. Priest: 40s-50s. Extras: all ages, to play funeral attendees. (PAY for Martha, Florist, Ron, Bill)

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TOY STORY, THE MUSICAL, NEW YORK

Mon. Mar. 31, 10 AM - Dancer open call auditions; 1 PM - Musical theatre. At Ripley Grier Studios, 520 8th Ave, Suite 16. NYC. Open Call auditions are being held for vocalists for Toy Story, The Musical. (Sign-in begins 1 hour before each call time.) Callbacks to be held April 1. Disney Creative Entertainment is pleased to announce that Academy Award-winner John Lasseter’s beloved animated feature has been brilliantly adapted for Disney Cruise Line. Seeking trained male dancers: 5′10″ and taller; tumbling and tap a plus, strong athletic appearance. Trained female dancers: 5′5″ and taller; long legs a plus. Dancers may be asked to sing. Come prepared with music. Seeking musical theatre performers for the following roles: Buzz: 30s. charismatic actor who sings well; powerful bass/baritone-low G to high F#. Woody: 20s-30s. Country-pop singer/actor; bari-tenor to high G#; strong falsetto. Andy: to be played by early 20s female; alto/soprano. Sid: to be played by 20s-early 30s female; Comic Rock Star voice to high F. Sarge: mid 20s-late 30s. African-American who sings well; powerful tenor with strong falsetto. Bo Peep: 20s-early 30s; Musical theatre mix to F. Other ensemble characters include: Slinky Dog, Rex, Potato Head, Barrel o’ Monkeys, Hamm, Pogo Duck and one male and one female swing. Other Mainstage roles include Fairy Godmother, Cinderella, Prince Charming, Belle, Peter Pan, Snow White, Nala, Simba and Pocahontas. Note: As there is more than one Mainstage production onboard the ship, Disney Cruise hires a ‘repertoire’ company of 18 Mainstage performers. All roles require exquisite comic timing, strong musical theatre/pop vocals and imaginative and creative actors who move well. All ethnicities strongly encouraged to attend. Applicants must be at least 18. Rehearsals held in Toronto from June 15 to August 23 with shipboard contract ending March 15, 2009. Includes competitive pay, room and board, additional benefits package and no cruise staff duties. For more information including audition requirements, visit www.DisneyAuditions.com.

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SEEKING ACTORS, SINGERS FOR NON-UNION FILM, NEW YORK

Seeking actors for feature film. Director: Tom Taddeo. Non-Union. Lo/No/Deferred pay. Overview: Docu-Drama shot on multiple formats, 90% done (shot and edited) and very excited about the festival run next year. Quality film that will stand out and be noticed; we are exploring the reality of what it means to be famous, mixing actual taped investigation testimony with fictional elements. Original score by Moby, and cinematography from three very prominent shooters in NYC. Scene breakdown: casting for a one-day shoot to be incorporated into the film as it stands now. The shoot is basically recreating an early 50s variety show a la ‘The Show of Shows’ or ‘The Late Show.’ Our bend on the show will be within the husk of an innocent and more naive 50s format, the content will be very modern, and at times, pushing the envelope of what might be acceptable. Each role we are casting is meant to shock the viewer into realizing exactly how far we have come since those simple times (much like Natural Born Killers but without the drugs). See individual breakdowns for specifics. Web: http://www.nystreetfilms.com. Apply to: Roberto Serrini at casting@nystreetfilms.com. Seeking: Male: 31-40, white. We are looking for a male actor to play the ‘Jack Hannah’ animal trainer for the show. No animal experience necessary (we’ll be using a very exotic hamster). Either gender: 11-14, white. The character is the ‘typical’ child actor, forced into showbiz by their parents. Innocent and cute while being interviewed by the host, but the clip of the film they are promoting reveals a different person; it’s meant to shock the audience by seeing a child in a very adult role i.e. ‘Requiem for a Dream,’ or ‘American History X.’ THERE IS A PROFOUND AMOUNT OF CURSING IN THIS ROLE, and all parents must understand that clearly. We understand that this will be difficult to cast, however, we require a very talented actor for this dynamic and extremely unique role. Female: 18-24, any ethnicity. We are looking for three girls to be do-wop singers for the band that plays on-stage. No singing talent required as you will be lip-synching but there are explicit lyrics, be advised.

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A GIRL’S ORDINARY LIFE, CUNY STUDENT THESIS FILM, NEW YORK

MJ Production is casting for the CUNY thesis film “A Girl’s Ordinary Life.” Director: Minjung Kim. Shooting in NYC or Queens, March 27 or 28. Non-Union. This is low budget film, but it will be a great opportunity to work with wonderful crews. Reply with submission to mjkimproduction@gmail.com. Seeking: Female: 18-24, all. She is in her twenties. She is dependent and it cause conflicts. Female: 18-24, all. She is a prudent person. Female: 18-24, all. She is a bigmouth and thoughtless person. Female: 18-24, all. She is a salesgirl in a clothing store. She persuades people to buy clothes.

Now in its 26th year, Canadian Music Week, March 5-8, is a conference focusing on the business of music and spans four nights of performances, with over 500 showcasing bands at over 40 live music venues in downtown Toronto. International Festival of Films on Art encourages the film industry, both nationally and internationally, to increase its annual production of films on art. To this end, it strives to develop international markets by inviting both Canadian and foreign filmmakers, professionals and artists to participate in exchanges and networking forums at this year’s festival in Montreal, from March 6-16. ‘Earth Vision - The Tokyo Global Environmental Film Festival’, from March 7-9, has been held annually in Tokyo as a visual forum to examine the environment through moving images. This year’s South by Southwest (SxSW) Film Festival and SXSWClick Shorts Fest, runs March 7-16 in Austin. Among the many festival highlights, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Van Morrison will play SXSW on Mar 12 at La Zona Rosa, and the ScreenBurn Arcade, an open platform of exhibitors and game tournaments, is free to the public and connects consumers, independents, developers, and soon to be masters of the game world. The 23rd Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Dinner will be held in New York, March 10, and the 2008 Inductees are: Leonard Cohen, The Dave Clark Five, Madonna, John Mellencamp, and The Venturers, Little Walter, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff.

The annual ShoWest Convention, happening March 10-13 in Las Vegas, is focused on the needs of the cinema exhibition and distribution community who need to know about the latest products and services, the newest technologies, industry happenings and upcoming films. The Center for Asian America Media presents the San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival (SFIAAFF) every March, and this year’s festival, which usually fields 130 works for new Asian American and Asian films, opens March 13-23. Hermes Creative Awards is an international competition for creative professionals involved in the concept, writing and design of traditional materials and programs, and emerging technologies. The awards ceremony is in Arlington, March 14. Meet with the people behind the documentary “Meeting Resistance” to discuss the role of a documentary maker in providing unheard narratives and under-reported information that catalyzes political and social action, in a workshop taking place March 15 in Seattle. The Nashville Songwriters Association will host a March 16 workshop in New York with songwriters Pat and Pete Luboff, as they conduct an audience participation workshop in which the Luboffs will lead the entire group in a collaboration on a new song. At the White Sands Film Festival running March 16-22, film professionals and the interested public have the opportunity to gain industry knowledge through workshops and seminars and interaction within a festival environment. The Festival also offers all attendees the opportunity to visit the beautiful country, facilities and pursuits that Alamogordo and Southern New Mexico has to offer.

The USITT Annual Conference & Stage Expo in Houston, March 19-22, is a focal point for performing arts and entertainment professionals, with over 175 sessions featuring design, technology, costume, sound, architecture, management, engineering, and production while showcasing businesses, products, services, and educational opportunities in the performing arts and entertainment industry. The Urban Network Entertainment Marketing Summit takes place in Newport Beach, March 26-29, with an agenda that will include panel discussions, a platform for artists and labels to showcase their music, a 20th anniversary gala celebration, a salute to select high profile dignitaries, entertainment-technology product exhibits, and much more. The three-day Arizona Black Film Showcase 2008 opening March 27 in Phoenix, is comprised of informative workshops, short and feature Film Screenings, and a Vendor and Resource Fair. This year, teens can explore their love for film and role in making Film a future career through the AZBFS Urban Youth Film Boot Camp. The 10th Annual Method Fest Independent Film Festival, which puts its focus on acting within the array of American and international feature films and short films offered on the festival program, is set to launch March 27 to April 3 in Woodland Hills. The Brussels International Festival of Fantastic Films, running March 27 to April 8, includes more than 150 films in the fields of Fantasy, Thriller, Science-fiction, Horror, Cult, and Underground, of which 80 are long features as a first screening, about 50 films in retrospectives, and rounding out with some 30 short films. The New York Underground Film Festival is set to run March 28 to April 3, with a mandate to “push boundaries and break new ground – that challenge, entertain and provoke".

The above events are only a sampling of what is listed. Most of the reported events above have a submission process for indie and/or performing artists to take part in. Complete details are on the "Media, Entertainment and Performing Arts Industry News and Events" page. Video and podcast versions of this news summary are also available at most popular video sites around the Web like MySpace, YouTube, Bit Torrent, as well as on The Actor’s Checklist’s video blog a great place to get your iPhone, ipod or Apple TV download from. This month on video you will see trailers and video clips of Carlton Films’ "The Backup Man" (www.myspace.com/thebackupman / www.carltonfilms.com) a comedy about two bumbling small town cops who go up against a big-time Colombia hit-man. A new romantic comedy from director Stella Oliveros, "Pretty In Red" (www.myspace.com/babystar444 / www.prettyinredmovie.com). Electro-pop duo from Antarctica, Oslo Swan, formerly known as Mellow Pop (www.mellowpop.com / www.myspace.com/mellowpop). The Actor’s Checklist now lets you check the latest musical artists song releases on Apple’s iTunes, updated on an hourly basis.

CASTING UNION MUSICAL, ‘THE LITTLE HOURS’, LONG BRANCH

New Jersey Repertory Company (Long Branch, NJ) is casting The Little Hours, two new one-act musicals based on Dorothy Parker’s short stories. David Bucknam, writer; SuzAnne Barabas, artistic dir. World premiere runs Summer 2008 at New Jersey Repertory Company in Long Branch, NJ. SEEKING: George Wheelock: male, 45-50, character leading man, dry humor, genuine and accessible emotional core/range both as a singer and actor, “Walter Mitty” type, fantasizes and re-writes the story of his seemingly picture-perfect life as he responsibly trims his hedges, discovering compromises of his own potential and individuality that leave him examining his soul and questioning his future, mature baritone, F#3 to F#5 (two octave range), meat of the material is in the mid- to mid-high register, ending on the high F# solidly, should also be excellent musician and part singer as score is contemporary and very complex. Auditions will be held by appt. only March 18 at the New Jersey Repertory Company in Long Branch, NJ. For consideration, send pix & résumés to New Jersey Repertory Company, 179 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ 07740; or email to njrep@njrep.org. Prepare one or two short, legit-contemporary musical selections in the style of Guettel, La Chuisa, or Gordon. NJ Rep is accessible via NJ Transit (North Jersey Coast line) and Academy Bus Lines; free on-site parking. For directions and more info, visit www.njrep.org. $276 min./wk. Equity SPT Tier 4 Contract.

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CASTING NON-UNION MUSICAL ‘THE PAJAMA GAME,’ NATIONAL TOUR, NEW YORK

Phoenix Entertainment is casting the 2008-09 national tour of The Pajama Game. Mark Minnick, assoc. prod.-casting. One year contracts begin Aug. 2008. SEEKING: Dancers Who Sing: male and female, 18+, all ethnicities, attractive, energetic, in shape, who sing and act, to play factory workers and assorted ensemble roles, and to dance “Steam Heat.” Note: Ensemble members may also understudy principal roles. Auditions will be held March 12 at 10:30 a.m. (male dancers) & 2:30 p.m. (female dancers) at Chelsea Studios, 151 W. 26th Str. (btwn. Sixth & Seventh aves.), NYC. Arrive dressed to dance. Bring audition sheet music in the correct key. Bring pix & résumés, stapled together. Salary, plus per diem, travel, and housing provided.

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‘CASTING ‘TONY ‘N TINA’S WEDDING’, NON-UNION MUSICAL, LAS VEGAS

Producers Raphael Berko & Jeff Gitlin are casting replacements for Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding. Larry Pellegrini, dir.; Michael Osburn, asst. dir.-casting dir. SEEKING: Josephine Vitale: female, Italian, 45, Tina’s mom, strong-willed, overweight, a martyr. The show is now in its seventh year at the Rio Hotel in Las Vegas, NV. Submit pix & résumé by email to michaeltntvegas@yahoo.com. Pay provided.

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UNION CHORUS CALLS FOR ‘9 TO 5,’ CALIFORNIA

Center Theatre Group and Ahmanson Theatre (Los Angeles, CA) is casting 9 To 5, based on the 1980 feature film of the same name. Michael Ritchie, prod.; Kelley Kirkpatrick, assoc. prod.; Dolly Parton, music & lyrics; Patricia Resnick, book; Joe Mantello, dir.; Stephen Oremus, music dir.; Andy Blankenbuehler, choreo.; Telsey + Company, casting. Rehearsals begin July 8 in NYC; company travels to L.A. Aug. 15; runs Sept. 3-Oct. 19 in CA. SEEKING: Ensemble Dancers: males and females, 20s-40s, trained dancers of all types and ethnicities who sing well, to play various characters in the ensemble (among them office workers, hospital workers and patients, mobsters, and detectives) and possibly understudy principal roles. Equity chorus calls will be held March 11 at 10 a.m. (female dancers) & 2 p.m. (male dancers), at Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 Eighth Ave. (btwn. 36th & 37th sts.), 16th fl., NYC. Be ready to dance with jazz shoes or sneakers. Females should also bring character heels. Wear form-fitting clothing. After dancing, you may be asked to sing 16 bars of a pop song or contemporary musical theatre song showing range. Bring sheet music; accompanist will be provided. Bring pix & résumés, stapled together. Equity chorus procedures are in effect. $840 min./wk. (theatre states it pays above minimum at $1,207/week). Equity LORT A Contract.

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OPEN AUDITIONS FOR PINOCCHIO, THE MUSICAL, FAIRFIELD

Sat. March 15, 1 - 4 PM, Edgerton Center for the Performing Arts, 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT. Edgerton Center for the Performing Arts in Fairfield, CT, is casting for its upcoming production of Pinocchio The Musical. Auditions are open to any performer over the age of 8, with roles available for both younger and older performers. Please bring a headshot, resume, and 16-bar musical theatre selection. Auditions will be held on a first-come, first-served basis in the order of sign-in. No appointments necessary. Production: May 15 - 24. Please e-mail auditions@edgertoncenter.org with any questions.

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MALE, FEMALE PERFORMERS NEEDED FOR OCEAN CITY POPS ORCHESTRA, OCEAN CITY

Sun, March 2, by APPOINTMENT ONLY. At the Ocean City Music Pier in Ocean City, NJ. The Ocean City Pops and Ocean City Theatre Company are casting for their 2008 summer season. The Ocean City Pops is a 26-piece professional orchestra based in the shore resort; the Ocean City Theatre Company is a summer stock/regional company that produces musical theatre productions with the Pops. Stipend, plus some meals and housing provided. What to Prepare: Two contrasting 32-bar selections. Be ready to dance; if you can tap, bring your tap shoes. If you have housing in the Ocean City area but cannot attend the auditions, video/DVD submissions will be considered. Visit www.oceancitypops.org for more info. Pops artistic director: William Schieble. Theatre Company artistic director: Michael Hartman. Choreographer: Jennifer Rose. Musical director: Jonathan Kreamer. Company Manager: Stephanie Trigg. Productions and dates pending rights and approval. Season includes: 42nd Street (rehearsals begin June 23; performs July 8-10) The Wizard of Oz (rehearsals begin July 29; performs Aug. 12-14) A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (rehearsals begin Aug. 18; performs Sept. 2 & 3). Looking for Male & Female Actors ages 18-49. Not everyone will be cast in all three shows. Actors in the Ocean City, NJ area are encouraged to attend. Email pics & resume to ocpopscasting@yahoo.com

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GRETNA THEATRE OPEN CALLS, NEW YORK & PENNSYLVANIA

Mon. March 17, 10 AM - 6 PM. Official sign up list will be posted at 9 AM - waiting room is only available beginning at that time. Nola Studios, 250 W. 54th St. NYC. In addition to the Producer and Casting Director, the Directors and Musical Directors will attend if available.
Gretna Theatre will hold an open call for two shows. Gretna Theatre has been producing professional summer theatre at the Mt. Gretna Playhouse since 1927 in the resort community of Mt. Gretna, PA. 2008 will mark its 81st season. AEA Guest Artist(s) and Non-Equity. Larry Frenock, producing director; Christian Saint-Girard, casting director. Casting all roles in: Shenandoah (Director/choreographer: Jason Summers. Runs June 19 - 29); Robert Fulghum’s All I Really Need To Know I Learned In Kindergarten (Director: TBA. Runs July 3 - 13); The King and I (Director: TBA. Runs July 17 - 27). Seeking: Non-union singers who dance and/or move well for principal parts and ensemble, All roles open. (We will NOT see children at the NYC open call! All children’s roles - actors under 18 years of age - will be cast at the local call in PA only) See full casting breakdown at www.gretnatheatre.com/auditions.htm. Please prepare a ballad and an up-tempo that shows your voice off to best advantage, your best 32 bars first. Legit only - no pop, rock, or “American Idol” sound. Call backs will be held on Wed., March 19. All roles are paid, paid internships are available. Housing and round trip transportation provided to out of town actors. Local Auditions will be held on Saturday, March 15 from 12 PM to 6 PM at the Mt. Gretna Fire Hall in Mt. Gretna, PA. (See our website for further information, directions and full casting breakdowns at www.gretnatheatre.com/auditions.htm). All roles available, many children and adults, and many will be cast non-union and locally. Local AEA actors are welcome to attend this call. Be prepared with a photo and resume, sheet music in your key, ready to sing your best 32 bars. You may or may not be asked to read from sides provided. Local theatre technicians and designers will be seen at 6 PM the same day. Particularly seeking non-union stage managers, master carpenter and technical director, props master/mistress, scenic painter(s), sound board operator(s), stage crew. Technical internships available. Technicians and Designers may also submit via email to larryfrenock@gretnatheatre.com. StrawHat Auditions: We will be attending all three days of the NYC StrawHats, March 20 - 22. If you are attending the StrawHats, you do NOT need to come to the NYC open call. See separate notice for AEA Guest Artists (approval pending) P/R submissions for major roles. Gretna Theatre is located approximately 3 hours from NYC and near Hershey, PA. For more info, visit www.gretnatheatre.com

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OPEN AUDITIONS FOR DANCERS, HALF A SIXPENCE, NEW YORK

Wed. March 5, 10 AM - OPEN male dancers who sing; 2 PM - OPEN female dancers who sing. At Pearl Studios, 500 8th Ave. NYC. Goodspeed Musicals are holding OPEN auditions for dancers for a production of Half a Sixpence. East Haddam, CT. Equity LORT B, $728/week minimum. Executive Director: Michael Price. Assoc. Producer: Bob Alwine. Line Producer: Donna Lynn Cooper Hilton. Based on the novel by H.G. Wells. Music & Lyrics: David Heneker. Book: Beverley Cross. Director: Gordon Greenberg. Musical Director: Michael O’Flaherty. Choreographer: Patti Colombo. Casting Director: Stuart Howard Associates. First rehearsal: June 10. Runs: July 11 - September 19. Be warmed and ready to dance. Bring jazz and ballet shoes. Be prepared with a traditional musical theatre selection in case asked to stay and sing after all have danced. (No contemporary Broadway/pop tunes). Bring picture and resume, stapled together. Equity audition procedures are NOT in effect for this call. No Equity monitor provided. Producer runs all aspects of the audition. Seeking: Male and female dancers who sing: All types and ethnicities. (We are committed to a multi-racial company). MUST be proficient in jazz and ballet.

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SVA UNDERGRAD STUDENT FILM, THE ALPHABET RIDE, NEW YORK

Casting for the School of Visual Arts short film “The Alphabet Ride.” Shooting in Gramercy. Casting Director: Sean David. Non-Union. Duration: 3 days, starts March 7th 2008. Compensation: credit/copy/meal. Description: “The Alphabet Ride” shot digitally. SVA Undergrad 10-minute short. Please submit to: seandb44@gmail.com. Seeking: Danny: 18-24, male, Caucasian. Danny’s the kind of guy that can wear anything and make it look good. Everyone likes him because of his dashing good looks and inclination to test the limits of societal norms. His parents never gave him enough emotional attention, but gave him plenty of things, and paid his way out of any trouble he would get into. Danny’s been with enough girls to know them pretty well. He can usually predict their actions and manipulate them pretty well. His male friends are usually the ones with good marijuana connections, or the ones who keep his attention and boost his ego. His wardrobe: J-Crew, Gap. His iPod: Fall Out Boy, Yellowcard, The Academy Is… Celebrity likeness: Kevin Zegers. Requires Nudity. Clara: 18-24, female, any ethnicity. Clara grew up always being on top of the trends. Her parents had enough money, and she had enough friends to stay on top of the pop-culture. It was effortless. She is a cute hipster that might get a second look from any range of people. She hasn’t ever had any problems with fitting in socially, but now she has become bored with herself and with the world. She used to be okay with this, focusing more of her energy on a few close friends, but everything has started to blend together. She is smart enough and modern enough to survive almost anything, and is starting to miss the satisfaction of overcoming. Her wardrobe: American Apparel, H&M, Urban Outfitters. Celebrity likeness: Shannon Sossamon. Eddie: 18-24, male, any ethnicity. Eddie knew he was gay since he was about 9, but has denied it to everyone, and has tried to deny it to himself, but he has become so infatuated with Danny that it’s a sure thing now. And because, among other things, Danny is such a great dresser, he’s started thinking that maybe he might be able to be with him. He is thinking about coming out to Danny but is very afraid. Eddie keeps one or two close friends and is a very good listener. He is a nice and a thoughtful person, but can be self-involved because he constantly struggles with his sexual attractions. His wardrobe: H&M, Express, Dolce & Gabbana. His iPod: The Rocket Summer, Metric.

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EXTRAS, DAY PLAYERS FOR NYU STUDENT FILM, CLUBSCENE, NEW YORK

Casting for the New York University short film Clubscene. Featured Extras/Day Players: 18-20, clubbers/club-goers, dancers, people to take drink, dance on the bar, sit in VIP booths. Lots of improv required. Please email pix & resumes to: projectclubscene@gmail.com. No pay, but copy, credit, and meals provided. SAG Student Film Agreement. Seeking: Cristina: female, 18-25, Caucasian, European, late teens/early 20s, dark, the girl who lives above the club, mean, has attitude, says it how it is but she’s hiding something, her favorite SNES game is “Yoshi’s Island,” co-star. Bruce the Bouncer: male, 20-40, any ethnicity, body builder, huge, bouncer, possibly has a French-Canadian accent. (Supporting). Darcy: male, 20-30, African-American, insightful club bathroom attendant with a French-Canadian accent, hails from Senegal and loves soccer, will be attending McGill University next fall for engineering (Supporting). Cal: male, 16-22, Caucasian, high school kid who manages to sneak into the city’s hottest club and befriend the bartender.

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MANDARIN NEEDED FOR SHORT FILM, MISS CHINATOWN, NEW YORK

Digital Art Video is casting for the short film “Miss Chinatown.” Duration: 1-2 Days, starts March 15-16. Non-Union. Lo/no/deferred pay. Director: Tom Barnes. “Miss Chinatown” is a snapshot of a Chinese beauty pageant contestant in the run up to the pageant. Her dream is to follow in the footsteps of Hong Kong stars like Maggie Cheung who won Miss Chinatown pageant and got picked up by TVB in Hong Kong and became a megastar. Apply to: Kim Wang, Tom Barnes, 27-28 Thomson Ave, #446, Long Island City, NY 11101. Seeking: Jay: 19-25, Chinese or Amerasian mix, attractive, idealistic guy who wants to be the Asian Johnny Depp. Johnny: 40-50 Chinese businessman, charming playboy. Speaks Chinese and English. Xiao Mei: 18-24 Chinese female, attractive, ambitious Miss Chinatown Pageant contestant. Mandarin speaking, basic English.

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BIG NAKED FEET, OPEN CALL, NEW YORK

Wed, Feb 27, from 5-7pm at PEARL STUDIOS 500 8th Ave 35/36th St 4th floor Room 403 NYC 10018. Writer/Director Anthony Fusco is casting for a new short production called “BIG NAKED FEET.” The story is about 3 unique and sexy guys in their late 20’s to early 30’s that all have hang ups about their bodies somehow they all seem to be fearful of the size of their feet. Their biggest fear is going to a shoe store and not being able to get shoes to fit their enormous feet. All actors should reply with a picture and resume. This is a comedy that will run for a few nights in midtown at a reputable theatre. There will be some pay involved plus comp seats. If you can relate to this subject matter please send all materials to photo8258@aol.com. If you are a sexy male with a shoe size of 11 or more please attend the audition. You will do a cold reading from a side only and be ready to show the director your bare feet if asked!

CASTING NONUNION STAGE, TOO MUCH LIGHT MAKES THE BABY GO BLIND, NEW YORK

The New York NeoFuturists, recipients of the 2006 NYIT Award, are seeking new members to perform in their open-run of Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind, an ever-changing attempt to perform 30 plays in 60 minutes described as “an entire fringe festival in one show” by the New York Times. Joey Rizzolo, ensemble member-auditions coord. SEEKING: Performers: female, all ages and ethnicities, creative, prolific, must be willing to write, perform, and direct. Note: Women of color strongly encouraged. Auditions will be held by appt. March 1 (afternoon) & March 3 (eve.). To schedule an appt., email pix & résumés to auditions@nynf.org. You must be available for two days of callbacks March 9, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and March 11, 2-7 p.m. For more information, visit www.nynf.org/auditions.html. Stipend provided.

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CASTING ALL ROLES FOR NONUNION STAGE, ‘THE OLDEST PROFESSION’, GALVESTON

East-end Theatre Company is casting The Oldest Profession, a comedy. Kim Mytelka, dir. Rehearses beginning March 30; runs May 9-June 7 in Galveston, TX. Auditions will be held Feb. 25 & 26, 7 p.m. at ETC, 2001 Postoffice St., Galveston, TX. Prepare to cold read from script. Bring pix & résumé. For more info, call Kim at East-end Theatre Company (409) 762-3556 or (877) 762-3556 or visit www.islandetc.org. Pay provided.

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