This page contains auditions posted on Saturday, May 28, 2011.
There are so many different techniques that actors can utilize to achieve a solid performance. Many local teachers focus on different styles, and some may work perfectly, while others just aren't for you. Whether it's Stanislavsky, Viewpoints, Meisner, or just being you, there is a reason so many people rely on these techniques when focusing on training and improving your acting abilities.
What are some of the techniques you have used in your training, and what have you actually applied when working on set? What works for you, and what doesn't? Sometimes, depending on the role, being a method actor is the best way for me to get a true, honest performance, while others may laugh at method actors and think it's unnecessary to go that far to get a good performance.
Whatever works for you is what you should stick with, but it's always interesting to learn about other actor's techniques, and what your process is to achieve that perfect, natural performance.
Share with us what your process is and what techniques work best for you. Which teachers have you been drawn to that have helped you get that solid performance. Do you use different techniques for different character types? Is your process for film the same as it would be when preparing to perform on stage?
Let's get this week's topic of discussion going
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Actress Needed For SciFi\fantasy Short
Production Name\Working Title: "Power Up"
A bitter sweet romantic tragedy in a scifi setting.
Premise:
"When a man's love for his departed wife drives him to extraordinary accomplishments, will he have the strength to let go when the time comes?"
Open Roles:
Principle Female: "Cinder"
A 20\30 something year old "new bride" with the right look.
This is body and face acting, there is no dialogue in the film.
Schedule to shoot the evening of Friday the 24th of June and some part of the following Saturday.
Token payment of $50 offered.
Please reply with head shots and history, any experience level encouraged to submit.
Thanks
Dan
Reply to: gigs-qczdq-2405795547@craigslist.org
Source: Craigslist
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Native New Zealand Accent (Portland, Oregon)
We are casting for a Native New Zealander male and female for a corporate gig in the Portland area. Candidates must be natives from New Zealand and speak with their native accent. We are looking for someone personable who is able to narrate a corporate script with a business professional tone. Candidates replying must include their name, last name, gender and a phone number. Specify if cell, work or home please.
We offer compensation by the hour and contract you as needed when we have gigs requiring your accent. Once your information is in our records, we will be calling you again when we need your services. Upon your reply, you will receive an application packet and will be invited to submit your audition or come to our studio to record one.
Serious applicants only please ! We are a serious business company looking for dedicated and responsible applicants.
We look forward to hearing from you
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Source: Craigslist
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Casting for Training Video (PDX)
Currently accepting submissions for 2 day shoot in late June. The video is training material for new-hires and existing employees on identifying and preventing sexual harassment in the workplace. The script does contain some mildly suggestive and offensive language.
Casting for the following roles:
HR MANAGER - MALE - late 40's/early 50's
MALE EMPLOYEES - 30's - 50's
FEMALE EMPLOYEES - late 20's - late 40's (ranging from vampy to conservative)
INTERNS - college-age male and female
Please submit headshot and resume.
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Talent Needed for Upcoming Shoots (Portland)
We are a Video Production company here in Portland in need of talent for a couple of upcoming shoots. The first project involves:
--Shooting over 2.5 days starting 6/13.
--Involves scripted dialog between two people in an apartment setting.
--The cast includes:
(1) Young mother of two in early 30s, of Japanese descent. Has two kids -- daughter aged 2 and son aged 6 -- who appear briefly in a couple of scenes.
(2) Female social worker in late 20's. Client preferably seeking an ethnicity other than caucasian.
--We can compensate $100-$200 per actor per day (kids not included) based on experience. We should also be able to supply you with copies of the videos.
While the second requires:
--Shooting over 5 days starting 6/27.
--Also scripted dialog between two people, inside professor's office. One shoot might involve library setting.
--The cast includes 4 students and 2 professors. We are in need of:
(1) Male and female professor roles. In their 40s / 50s.
(2) Two additional students. 18-30 in age.
(3) The above can be male/female, but we are looking for ethnic diversity and are in need of African American, Latino, and Asian.
--Each professor to appear in 5 videos, and each student in 2-3 videos. Each video will take half a day to shoot.
--We can compensate $100-$200 per actor per day based on experience. We should also be able to supply you with copies of the videos.
Please send your headshot and resume, and any other thoughts about how you see yourself being a good fit for either or both of these projects.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
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Casting Male mid 50's - late 60's (SE)
We are a Portland based production company is currently casting for an upcoming commercial campaign.
We are seeking A meticulous gentlemen in his late 50's late 60's skilled in the art of horticulture. Or at the very least someone who can wield a trowel.
Please contact me directly with a headshot, resume and reel if you have one available, and if we think your right for the part we will contact you about scheduling an audition.
Pay: $500
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Casting Female 30's-40's (SE)
We are a Portland based production company is currently casting for an upcoming commercial campaign.
We are seeking A sharp, well groomed, athletic, and easy on the eyes homemaker mid to late 30's. She can think on her feet and make quick decisions.
Please contact me directly with a headshot, resume and reel if you have one available, and if we think your right for the part we will contact you about scheduling an audition.
Pay: $500
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Casting Male mid 20's - early 30's (SE)
We are a Portland based production company is currently casting for an upcoming commercial campaign.
We are seeking A Male mid 20's to late 30's, blue collar, not the sharpest tool in the shed but willing to learn and with a big heart, kind face and easy going attitude.
Please contact me directly with a headshot, resume and reel if you have one available, and if we think your right for the part we will contact you about scheduling an audition.
Pay is $500
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Casting Male mid 30's early 40's (SE)
We are a Portland based production company currently casting for an upcoming commercial campaign.
We are seeking, A Male mid 30's through mid 40's. The character is a hard working, passionate leader, a well liked blue collar laborer.
Please contact me directly with a headshot, resume and reel if you have one available, and if we think your right for the part we will contact you about scheduling an audition.
Pay is $500
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Miracle Auditions: OEDIPUS EL REY
Hello Actors!
Putting out a call for auditions for OEDIPUS EL REY, which will be produced by Miracle Theatre next May, 2012.
Stipend offered, AEA casting very limited. Looking for male actors, 20s-60s, Latino and non-Latino, but comfortable with bilingual dialogue. Please read the breakdown below for details.
OEDIPUS EL REY
Written by Luis Alfaro
Directed by Elizabeth Huffman
May 4 to 26, 2012
A story that “crackles with electricity” —Washington Examiner
With Chicano swagger and sly sense of humor, Luis Alfaro transports Sophocles’ tragedy to the mean streets of East L.A. Here Oedipus does hard time for ripping off a Costco, Jocasta splashes on the Jean Naté while glued to “All My Children” and the oracle takes cash only. But the word on the street is not good and the passion Oedipus has for one woman will violate our most sacred law.
Rehearsals begin: March 19, 2012
Opens: May 4 /12
Runs 4 weeks, Thursday-Sunday, 15 performances through 5/26/12
Oedipus: early 20’s: (Lead). He has spent almost his entire life in prison; he is proud, arrogant and dangerous, yet totally naïve about the outside world and especially about women. He has a tender and vulnerable side that surfaces when dealing with Jocasta or the man he thinks is his father. Bi-Lingual: Latino
CORO: (20-40’s) The chorus of 3 will play several roles and they are central to this fabric of this play. They should be a variety of ages and types but all of them are hardened criminals who each have their unique place in the prison world. Actors should be fit, and agile. Director Elizabeth Huffman is looking for 3 different kinds of criminal types. ( for example: the bully, the gay drug street hustler, the stupid but dangerous lowlife to give you an idea) All 3 should be different so making a strong character choice will be welcome. All should be comfortable with Bi-lingual dialogue in Spanish, but do not need to be Latino.
Laius: (40’s) The real father of Oedipus, he is a real bad ass. Arrogant, enjoys being the King of his territory, tough and uncompromising. Yet he is highly superstitious and in his private moments fearful of losing his status. He will also play the The Esfinge, an old, wily, mystical woman. Bi-lingual: Latino
Tiresias (60’s): Blind, quiet, wise, loving and spiritual. Oedipus believes that he is his father and Tiresias allows him to do so. He is holding onto a dark secret that, without his faith, would destroy him. Bi Lingual: Latino.
Auditions will be held:
Saturday, June 4
1:30 – 3:30pm (please do not arrive without first contacting director Elizabeth Huffman, thanks!)
At the Milagro Theatre, 525 SE Stark, Portland, 97214
Thanks and best wishes,
Olga…
Reply to: Please contact director Elizabeth Huffman with any questions, and your headshot and resume if interested: ehdirectact@gmail.com
Source: PDX Backstage
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Mask Making Mentorship/Apprentice
Imago Theatre is accepting applications for artists wishing to mentor with Imago to learn how to design and make performance masks.
Compensation – none
Time period – June/July, day or evening hours.
Must have driver’s license and be 18 years or older.
You must have flexible day or evening hours to work for about 1 to 2 hour sessions (one or two sessions per week, or more as work load increases.) You will be learning how to design performance masks for the stage. Don’t be fooled – this is not a design class. This is a hands on roll-your-sleeves back and work mentorship. In exchange for your grunt labor (errands, hauling clay, building models, cleaning) you will receive professional training.
Reply to: To apply send a resume or background to jerry@imagotheatre.com
Source: PDX Backstage
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