Sony Pictures extras casting call for 'Sparkle' starring Jordin Sparks

"Sparkle" will film in the Detroit, MI area for six weeks in October and November, 2011.

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Sony Pictures Entertainment will be shooting a remake of the music-themed 1976 film "Sparkle" inspired by the story of The Supremes. The extras casting director needs to hire over 3,000 background actors to work on the film in the Detroit, Michigan area this Fall, 2011. All ages and types are needed, no experience is necessary, this is fully paid employment, and there no fees to apply or work on the film. Columbia TriStar Pictures will distribute.

"Sparkle" stars the beautiful and talented singer-songwriter, model and actress Jordin Sparks. Jordin stars in the lead role of the youngest daughter of three, a music prodigy named Sparkle Williams, and her struggle to become a star while overcoming issues that are tearing her family apart. Whitney Houston will play the not-so encouraging mother of Sparks' character. Mike Epps will play a wealthy comedian named Satin, who woes one of the sisters into a drug filled abusive relationship.

Two-time Image Award nominee Salim Akil will direct from a screenplay written by his beautiful and talented wife, BET Comedy Award winning producer/writer/actress Mara Brock Akil. Salim Akil's directing credits include the recent TriStar comedy feature film "Jumping the Broom" (which Mike Epps also acted in), 13 episodes of the Primetime Emmy nominated series "Girlfriends," and 52 episodes of the popular TV series "The Game". Mara Brock Akil is creator, executive producer, and head writer of "The Game" which will begin it's fifth season in 2012. Mara was also consulting producer on the Golden Globe nominated series "Cougar Town," executive producer and writer of "Girlfriends," supervising producer of "The Jamie Foxx Show," and producer of the series "Moesha" among others. Salim and Mara Akil will also produce "Sparkle".

Two-time Primetime Emmy nominated Debra Martin Chase and Gaylyn Fraiche will produce "Sparkle" for Sony Pictures under the banner of her company Martin Chase Productions. TDJ Enterprises' T.D. Jakes and Curtis Wallace will also produce. Scott Putman of Stage 6 Films will executive produce. Stage 6 Films is a label created by Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions and takes its name from the location of its main office, the Stage 6 building at Sony Pictures Studios - originally an actual soundstage used for such films as The Wizard of Oz. Howard Rosenman will co-executive produce.


Casting Call Details

Over 3,000 extras will be needed to work various days over a 6 week period from October 10, 2011 through November 18, 2011. All ages (see note below regarding minors) and types are needed, any ethnicity. Michigan residents will get first consideration for roles. These are fully paid roles.

To be considered for background work on "Sparkle", submit the following information:

• A recent color snapshot. Does not have to be professionally taken.
• All clothing sizes.
• Complete contact information.
• Your location.

Email to the following:

SparkleMovieCasting@gmail.com

Put "Sparkle Extras" in the subject line of your email.

Note: A separate casting notice will be posted for teens and children under 18 yrs old.

Shooting on "Sparkle" will take place in the Detroit, Michigan area from October 10, 2011 through November 18, 2011.


Principal Actor Casting

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

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

Los Angeles:

Twinkie Byrd
"Sparkle" Actor Submission
c/o Twink of an Eye Casting
10202 West Washington Blvd.
Clark Gable Building
RM 205
Culver City, CA 90232

Extras Casting

Detroit:

Ryan Hill Casting
"Sparks" Extras
28782 Everett Street
Southfield, MI 48076

Production Companies:

Do NOT send photos and resumes to the production companies, as they will most likely end up being thrown away. They do not cast the films, rather they hire casting directors who sort through the thousands of submissions.

"Sparkle" Production Office
Stage 6 Films, Inc.
400 Monroe Street
Suite 690
Detroit, MI 48226

Sony Pictures Entertainment
10202 W. Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232

Martin Chase Productions
500 S. Buena Vista Street
Burbank, CA 91521

Stage 6 Films
10202 W Washington Blvd
Stage 6 Bldg
Culver City, CA 90232

TriStar Pictures
10202 W Washington Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232

Producers:

Debra Martin Chase
TD Jakes
Curtis Wallace
Howard Rosenman
Gaylyn Fraiche
Salim Akil
Mara Akil

Director:

Salim Akil

Starring:

Jordin Sparks - Sparkle Williams
Mike Epps - Satin
Whitney Houston - Effie

Story:

1960s Detroit: Despite their religious mother Effie's (Whitney Houston) strict instructions to stay away from anything reeking of fame, singer/songwriter Sparkle (Jordin Sparks) convinces her sisters to form a singing group. As the trio's popularity grows, Sparkle loses one sister to drugs and an abusive relationship with a man named Satin (Mike Epps), and the other sister to medical school, prompting Sparkle to find the confidence to strike out on her own. Remake of the 1976 film directed by Sam O'Steen.

Top New York extras casting agency 'Grant Wilfley Casting' holding open call

Grant Wilfley is one of the industry's most highly respected extras casting directors.

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One of the largest and most prestigious New York City extras casting companies, Grant Wilfley Casting, is holding an open casting call for AFTRA and non-union adults and children to work on current projects. Television shows and films that they are casting include Boardwalk Empire (HBO), Over/Under (USA), Pan Am (ABC), Person of Interest (CBS), Royal Pains (USA), The Dictator (feature film), and Marcher (feature film).

Originally named Joy Todd Casting, and later Todd/Wilfley, the company has been at the top of the New York extras casting scene for over 20 years. Founder Joy Todd is now a principal actor casting director in Los Angeles. Grant Wilfley Casting has an endless list of credits and was voted the best Film/TV casting director in New York by the readers of Backstage in 2006. Grant Wilfley Casting also does extras casting in Boston and Connecticut.

Aside from owning his casting company, Grant Wilfley's other business ventures include partnership with Salvatore Piazzolla in the suncare/skincare/fragrance company Hampton Sun Care. Their products are of the highest standards and quality, inspired by the breathtaking aroma of the Hampton's signature privet hedges. More information about their line can be found on the following website: Hampton Sun Care


Open Casting Call Details:

Where:

Our Lady of Guadalupe
328 West 14th Street
New York, NY 10014
Click Here for directions.

When:

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

AFTRA Members - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Non-Union - 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Who:

Men, Women, and Children. Any ethnicity. All types, shapes and sizes. Must be located within reasonable driving distance of New York City.


Your photo will be taken. Bring a pen or pencil and be prepared to fill out a form listing your age, physical stats, all clothing sizes, and contact information. If you are an AFTRA member, bring your paid-up membership card.

Union members who are unable to attend this open casting call can still register with Grant Wilfley Casting. Open registration is held the first Wednesday of every month for SAG and AFTRA members from 11:00am to 4:00pm at their New York office.

Non-Union background artists can still be considered for film and television projects by mailing in a headshot and resume.

Grant Wilfley Casting
123 West 18 Street
8th Floor
New York, NY 10011

Registration with Grant Wilfley casting is free.

Feature film 'Sleeping Around' casting hundreds of extras in Charlotte, NC

"Sleeping Around" is filming in the Lake Norman, NC area.

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The independent feature film "Sleeping Around" in currently in production in the Charlotte, North Carolina area and the extras casting director is currently seeking several hundred people to work as background artists on the film. This is for a big party scene to be filmed Friday September 2nd, 2011 at Lake Norman, which is just north of Charlotte. There could be a few additional days of filming also.

"Sleeping Around" is billed as being a comedy "with a hip, funny dialogue… set at a beach house in the Hamptons, immersed in the wacky social world of the rich and playful". Starring in the film is Australian actress Tammin Sursok, who has been a series regular on such shows as "Home and Away," "The Young and the Restless," "Pretty Little Liars," and had recurring role on Disney Channel's "Hannah Montana". She also has a handful of film roles under her belt.


Casting Call Details

• You MUST be within driving distance of Lake Norman, North Carolina.

• Transportation and accommodations are not provided for extras.

• The casting director is only seeking people 18 years of age and older.

If you fit the above, submit a recent color snapshot and contact information to the extras casting director, Alissa, at the following ASAP:

sleepingaroundextras@gmail.com

Put "Party Scene Extras" in the subject line of your email.

Please read the following before working as a background artist:

Film and Television Extras Guidelines


Principal Actor Casting

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

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

Los Angeles:

Fern Champion
Helen McCready
10203 Santa Monica Blvd.
4th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90067

Extras Casting

North Carolina:

Alissa - sleepingaroundextras@gmail.com

Production Companies:

Do NOT send photos and resumes to the production companies, as they will most likely end up being thrown away. They do not cast the films, rather they hire casting directors who sort through the thousands of submissions.

"Sleeping Around"
Prodiction Office
817 Hamilton Street
Charlotte, NC 28206

The Greif Company
11050 Santa Monica Blvd
Suite 300
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Thinkfactory Media, Inc.
11050 Santa Monica Blvd.
Suite 300
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Producers:

Herb Nanas
Muhammed Gohar
Leslie Greif
Vince P. Maggio

Director/Writer:

Leslie Greif

Starring:

Tammin Sursok
Virginia Williams
Jesse Bradford
Wendi McLendon-Covey
Reid Ewing
Bryan Callen
Lucial Solla
Jamie Renee Smith
Molly McCook

Story:

A screw ball sex comedy following two couples experiment with cheating, all while trying to crash a posh party to talk to an important potential client.

HBO comedy series 'Eastbound & Down' seeking 300 extras in Myrtle Beach, SC

This third season is the last for HBO's "Eastbound & Down".

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The HBO comedy television series "Eastbound & Down" will be needing close to 300 people for Friday, August 26, 2011. They will be shooting in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. People of all ages and types are needed who are local to the Myrtle Beach areas only.

The series tells the story of a burned-out major league ballplayer who returns to teach physical education at his old middle school years after he turned his back on his hometown. While not based on the life of former Major League Baseball relief pitcher John Rocker, the show's creators do cite him as an inspiration.

Producers Will Ferrell and Adam McKay received an order for six episodes for the first season from HBO. The series was produced by Will Ferrell's production company, Gary Sanchez Productions. The show premiered February 15, 2009. Its second season, consisting of seven episodes, began on September 26, 2010. On October 27, 2011 HBO announced they were renewing the show for a third and final season. Star and co-creator of "Eastbound & Down" Danny McBride stated, “We never really had an interest in turning the show into anything traditional, we approach each season like it’s one long movie".

People who are located near the North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and would like to work on "Eastbound & Down" can submit a recent color snapshot with name, number, age and contact number to the following:

MBextras@gmail.com

Put "Eastbound and Down Extras" in the subject line of your email.

Principal Actor Casting

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

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

Los Angeles:

Allison Jones
"Eastbound & Down" Casting
601 N. Larchmont Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90004

Extras Casting

North Carolina and South Carolina:

Vanessa Neimeyer
Fincannon & Associates, Inc.
c/o "Eastbound & Down" Extras Casting
1235 North 23rd Street
Wilmington, NC 28405

Production Companies:

Do NOT send photos and resumes to the production companies, as they will most likely end up being thrown away. They do not cast the films, rather they hire casting directors who sort through the thousands of submissions.

Home Box Office
2500 Broadway
Suite 400
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Gary Sanchez Productions
1710 N La Brea Avenue
2nd Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90046

Enemy Migs Productions, Inc.
1223 N 23rd Street
Wilmington, NC 28405

Producers:

Stephanie Laing
Jody Hill
Danny McBride
Will Ferrell
Adam McKay
Chris Henchy

Director:

David Gordon Green
Jody Hill

Starring:

Danny McBride - Kenny Powers
Steve Little - Stevie Janowski
Ana de la Reguera - Vida
Katy Mixon - April Buchanon
Andrew Daly - Terrence Cutler
Jennifer Irwin - Cassie Powers

Story:

"Eastbound & Down" is an American comedy television series broadcast on HBO, starring Danny McBride as Kenny Powers, a former professional baseball pitcher, who after an up and down career in the major leagues is forced to return to his hometown middle-school in Shelby, North Carolina as a substitute physical education teacher.