Background actors, today’s casting roundup is ripe with opportunities for you! A currently-untitled feature comedy starring Seth Rogan is looking for Pennsylvania residents to play villagers and more. Plus, a comedy sketch, the Starz series “Sweetbitter,” and a Barbie Instagram spot are also casting key and background roles.
UNTITLED PICKLE COMEDY
Sony Pictures is currently casting background roles in a feature film starring Seth Rogen about an immigrant who falls into a vat of pickles and is brined for 100 years, awakening in present-day America. Talent, aged 18 and older, is wanted to portray villagers, raiders, and more. Physical activity and specific attributes are required for multiple roles. Filming will take place from Nov. 19–21 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Pay is $10 per hour for the first eight hours and time-and-a-half after that. Apply here!
BARBIE INSTAGRAM SPOT
An online commercial spot for Barbie showcasing a new Ultimate Kitchen set is currently casting a real-life mother and daughter pair. A female actor, aged 26–48, and her daughter, aged 4–12, are wanted for the Thanksgiving-themed commercial. Shooting will take place on Nov. 17 in New York City. Pay is $100, with food and transportation provided. Apply here!
STARZ, “SWEETBITTER”
A male actor, aged 18 or older, is currently wanted to portray a drag queen on the second season of the Starz series “Sweetbitter.” The gig will work on Nov. 16 in the NYC area. Pay is $250 for eight hours of work. Apply here!
“FORCED PARENTHOOD”
“Forced Parenthood,” a satirical comedy sketch about what politicians are really advocating for when they take away a woman’s right to choose, is now casting actors in Los Angeles. Talent, aged 15–50, is currently sought to portray mothers of five, college students, couples in foreclosure, and more. The sketch will shoot on dates TBD between Nov. 15–Dec. 20 in L.A. Pay is $50–$100, depending on the role. Apply here!