casting directors

CDs Laura Schiff and Carrie Audino Help Create the ‘Mad Men’ World

They recently spoke to Back Stage about working with Matt Weiner, avoiding stunt casting, and finding the perfect actor to play Don Draper’s new wife.

Pilots in Early Production Stages Hire CDs

In an attempt to avoid the crush of next year’s pilot season, four pilots in the early stages of production—including "Girl Meets World"—now have casting directors attached.

Casting Directors Attached to AMC's 'Low Winter Sun,' FX's Untitled Andrew Gurland Pilot

Cathy Sandrich Gelfond will cast AMC drama "Low Winter Sun," starring Mark Strong, while Wendy O'Brien will cast FX's untitled comedy pilot written by Andrew Gurland.

Drama Projects from TNT, Bravo Get Casting Directors

A series and two pilots from TNT, as well as Bravo’s first original scripted pilot, are set to start casting.

Projects Starring Shailene Woodley, Elizabeth Banks, Get Casting Directors

Betty Mae Inc. will cast "Divergent," the adaptation of the popular young-adult novel, while Aquila/Wood will cast "Walk of Shame," starring Elizabeth Banks.

Casting Directors Confirmed for Four New CBS Series

Mark Saks is casting "Elementary;" Julie Tucker will cast "Made in Jersey;" Julie Ashton will cast "Partners;" and Jaffe and Goldberg will cast "Vegas."

Central Casting's Potential Move to New Orleans Worries Local CDs

New Orleans casting directors “worried” about losing business if Central Casting opens an office there.

Casting Directors Awarded by the Talent Managers Association

David Rapaport, of David Rapaport Casting, was given a Heller Award for television casting by the TMA.

Artios Awards Honor Top Casting Directors in New York, L.A.

The casting directors of Broadway's "The Book of Mormon" and "The Normal Heart" were among the honorees at the Casting Society of America's 27th annual Artios Awards.

I'm Pregnant. Is My Career Over?

First, congratulations! Please note that since our last census childbirth in the U.S. is down by three percent, so that makes you a rarity! Embrace it and have fun!