Keep the chat going. Let's talk about scams. With the removal of the Craigslist Adult section, these posts are now filtering through the normal acting audition posts, adding more work to those searching for legitimate work. Other listservs and audition sites have an approval process to limit the number of scams that slip through.
What red flags are you looking for in determining whether a post is legitimate? There have been quite a few recent posts where they promise a large sum of "$1,000-2,500" or even "$5,000-7,500" a day for a shoot without memorization, and the catch was that you could not be represented by an agency. This posed some concerns in my mind. Let's get a discussion going in the chat box about this topic. Feel free to share your thoughts or experiences in searching for work, and the tips you have for ensuring work is legitimate.
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Auditions Blithe Spirit
There has been a change in the contact for the Blithe Spirit audition. Please see below.
BLITHE SPIRIT by Noel Coward
Performance dates: September 14 through October 14, 2012
Directed by Doug Holtry
The comedy classic of the London and Broadway stages—written by one of the most prolific literary minds of the 20th century, Noel Coward. Novelist Charles Condomine has re-married, but due to a bungled séance with an eccentric medium, his first wife, Elvira comes back to “haunt” him, resulting in hilarious mishaps and mayhem for all.
Saturday, June 9, 2011
1 PM to 4 PM
Sandy Actors Theatre
14733 Meinig Ave. (behind Ace Hardware)
Sandy, OR 97055
All roles available:
Edith – female, 25 – 35 yrs, Edith – female, 25 – 35 yrs, The maid(small part)
Ruth – female, 35 – 45 yrs, Charles’ second wife
Charles – male, 40 – 60 yrs, Bright, sophisticated, articulate but somewhat at the mercy of his wives (past and present.)
Dr George Bradman – male, 35 – 60 yrs, Medical doctor, skeptic, friend of Charles
Mrs. Violet Bradman – female, 30 – 50 yrs, Eagar to believe wife of George
Madame Arcati – female, 45 – 65 yrs, Eccentric medium and clairvoyant
Elvira – female, 30 – 40 yrs, Dead first wife of Charles
NOTE: Auditions will be cold readings from the scripts. However, headshots, resumes, and/or monologues are welcome, but not required. (If you have a prepared monologue, you will be given the opportunity to share it as an additional basis for consideration.) All are welcome and no experience is necessary.
We also are recruiting crew positions (Stage Mgr., Asst., Stage Mgr., Lights & Sound technicians, Costumers, Props, Set Builders, Set Painters) for these productions. If interested in these areas, please attend the auditions.
Sandy Actors Theatre provides limited stipends to all cast and crew to cover expenses (travel, etc.)
Reply: For additional information, e-mail satstaff@sandyactorstheatre.org or phone Doug Holtry at 971-506-0888.
Source: PDX Backstage
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ISO Singing Coach/Director
The current production that I am directing involves singing. I can sing, I do not know if I can bring the best singing out of others.
That being said. I am ISO a singing coach or director that would be able to help my band of undetermined talent to sing their little hearts out during the middle of the show.
All songs are saloon songs from the 1890's nothing should be too difficult, but at the same time, I don't know.
There would be no compensation available at this time. I would love someone to help if possible. A role in the play may be available if that sweetens the pot.
Please reply to this email and let me know.
Thank you for your time.
JJ Harris
Director
A Drift in New York
by Addison Aulger
jjharris@designworksnw.com
Source: PDX Backstage
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ISO Barbershop-esque quartet
For an upcoming production, I am in need of a quartet - or trio - that would be willing to play supporting characters and provide singing entertainment during the show.
Any and all interested parties should contact me directly with experience and interest. This is NOT a paying gig, yet. It is also a non-union job.
Please let me know. The production will rehearse starting at the end of June and will open August 10 and continue for three weeks.
Thank you for your consideration!
JJ Harris
Director
A Drift in New York
by Addison Aulger
jjharris@designworksnw.com
Source: PDX Backstage
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**Crew**
ISO Backstage Manager
I am currently setting up a production for this fall and I am looking for backstage help.
If you are interested in supporting a production of 15 actors, sound ques and scene changes. Please let me know.
The production is located in downtown Vancouver, WA.
Experience is not necessary, but always appreciated. There is no compensation for this position at this time.
Thank you for looking
JJ Harris
Director
A Drift in New York
by Addison Aulger
jjharris@designworksnw.com
Source: PDX Backstage
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AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Valley Repertory Theatre's "A Break in the Clouds"
Valley Repertory Theatre, Newberg's own professional theatre company, is excited to announce open auditions for its first production of the 2012-2013 season.
Titled A Break in the Clouds: Stories of Newberg, this original play is based on interviews of local people, offering a unique glimpse at local history. Featuring an ensemble of 6-10 actors of various ages and cultural backgrounds, the play will run for three weekends between September 20-October 7, 2012. Rehearsals are slated to begin in late July.
Auditions will take place on two separate Saturdays, June 16 and 23, 3:30-6pm at the Chehalem Cultural Center's Central Stage. No prior experience or preparation is necessary but auditioning actors will be expected to stay for the entire duration of either audition day. Comfortable clothing should be worn.
Due to a generous grant from the Yamhill County Cultural Coalition, performers will receive a small stipend for their work. Actors are highly encouraged to sign-up for an audition date by contacting director Caleb Thurston at 503-369-2936 or calebthurston@valleyrep.org.
Valley Repertory Theatre (VRT) was incorporated in early 2011 as a 501c3 non-profit organization in Newberg, Oregon. Founders Stephen Pick and Caleb Thurston are graduates of George Fox University's theatre program. Having taught and directed for several Portland-area schools and theatres, they felt drawn back to the community where they met and studied together. The company's first production was an original play titled Walk a Mile: Stories of Newberg. It featured the interwoven biographies of seven local people from all walks of life and received overwhelmingly positive response from the community. Its success was followed by three other productions in the inaugural season including the holiday classic A Christmas Carol, Cormac McCarthy's The Sunset Limited, and the Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy, Harvey. 2012-2013 will be the company's second season of live theatrical performances.
Reply to: For more information about Valley Repertory Theatre and its upcoming season of productions, please call 971-832-9202 or visit www.valleyrep.org.
Source: PDX Backstage
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ISO Mandarin Chinese speaker
Hello,
My work puts me in need of a Mandarin Chinese speaker, available to work with me next week. Native Chinese speaker is preferred rather than second language or academically-oriented speaker.
This is paid work.
Please be in touch!
Thanks,
MaryMac
Mary McDonald-Lewis
Reply to: mary@marymac.com
Source: PDX Backstage
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AI student films Casting Call (DT PDX)
saturday the 26th we will be holding a casting call at the Art Institute of Portland. The casting call is for multiple senior films that we be shot this summer.
We will be holding the casting call from 11am- 3pm. From 11-1 will be by appointment only in increments of 10min. from 1pm-3 we will have open calls.
We are looking for men and women ranging from 20s -70s for various rolls throughout 4 different films. especially looking for a few key people in their 60s - 70s so if you know of anyone that this may apply to please forward the information.
Please email me if you are interested in making an appointment or have any further questions.
The address is 1122 NW Davis st Portland Or in downtown Portland OR.
Reply to: ztxn2-3036089118@gigs.craigslist.org
Source: Craigslist
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/tlg/3036089118.html
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Open Casting Call - Sunday 5/27 1-3pm (NW Portland)
Up and coming Writer/Director/VFX Professional, filming independent short ( a satire) this summer. We will be casting for a 2 day shoot that will take place in July or August.
First we are launching a fundraising campaign and Promo.
This job WILL PAY a FLAT stipend to each Actor for the actual shoot
THE SHOOT IN JULY/AUGUST will pay between $50 to $200. per actor.
However, first we will be filming the promo -with the 2 main actors - and there will be NO PAY for the PROMO PORTION.
The Promo will be a be a 4 hour shoot in the next few weeks. Gas money and food will be offered.
The open casting call will be
This Sunday 1-3pm
at The Art Institute of Portland. 1122 NW Davis Street, Portland, OR 97209 - Rm 310.
We are looking for
2 -- Actors mid 20's
2 - Actresses mid 20's
1 -- Actor early 20's
1 -- Actor 45-60
If you have any questions or would like to be sent the character bio in advance please email me at the email address at the top of the listing.
Reply to: hkiersey@yahoo.com
Source: Craigslist
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/tlg/3036778094.html
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**Crew**
Stage Manager Needed ASAP!
The Match.com Monologues needs a Stage Manager. We are doing 9 late-night performances at the CoHo Theater opening June 23 and running every Friday and Saturday night through July 21st.
If you have interest and availability, please contact me at debbielamedman@yahoo.com. There is pay.
Thank you!
Source: PDX Backstage
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Anchor/Reporter (Portland, Oregon)
KOIN Local 6, the CBS affiliate in Portland, Oregon has a job opportunity for an anchor/reporter in the Top 25 market of Portland, OR. The successful candidate should have at least five years of experience as a primary anchor/reporter in a mid-size market or five years of experience as a reporter/anchor in a major news market. Candidate must demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills and be absolutely comfortable with doing non-scripted reports -- either from the studio or in the field. Candidate must have solid news judgment, know how to break stories and develop relationships in the community. The successful candidate must bring professionalism, energy, confidence and personality to our newscasts and maintain a professional on-air look. Candidate will be required to connect with viewers using social media and public speaking engagements. If you are interested in joining KOIN's award-winning news team please apply.
HOW TO APPLY: Please mail your cover letter, resume and DVD ASAP to:
KOIN Local 6
Anchor Search
Attn: HR Director
222 SW Columbia St.
Portland, Oregon 97201
New Vision Television is an Equal Opportunity Employer
When responding to this ad please mention where you saw it listed
Reply to: 7tp5d-3035917191@job.craigslist.org
Source: Craigslist
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/tfr/3035917191.html
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**Crew**
Executive Producer (Portland, Oregon)
Executive Producer
KOIN Local 6 News in Portland, Oregon, is seeking an Executive Producer or "Show Doctor." The ideal candidate will be responsible for the supervision of content on all platforms. He or she will manage producers and oversee the showcasing of newscasts; manage schedules of producers and others at the direction of the director of content and news director; also will assist in the recruiting and hiring of producers.
If you are interested in joining KOIN's award-winning news team please email your cover letter, resume and example of your work to koinhr@koin.com, or mail your cover letter, resume, DVD of a recent newscast, your rundown and some writing samples ASAP to:
KOIN Local 6
Executive Producer Search
Attn: HR Director
222 SW Columbia St.
Portland, Oregon 97201
New Vision Television is an Equal Opportunity Employer
When applying for this position please mention how you were referred.
Reply to: koinhr@koin.com
Source: Craigslist
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/tfr/3035901565.html
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