It’s almost time to check back in to “The White Lotus!” Mike White’s anthology series will return to HBO on Sunday, Feb. 16, with cast members Leslie Bibb, Carrie Coon, Walton Goggins, Jason Isaacs, Natasha Rothwell, and more on location in Thailand for the third season. If you love the Emmy-winning series and are looking for your own comedic project, these gigs are in need of talent right now.
“Seppuku in the Park”
Join the cast of “Seppuku in the Park,” a dark comedy short film about an unraveling insurance commercial actor who is desperate to shed his familiar character and pivot his career toward film roles. A female actor of East Asian or South East Asian descent, age 24–35, is wanted for a supporting role. Rehearsals will take place in early to mid-April, followed by filming on April 17-20 in New York City. Pay is $150-$200 per day, with meals included during filming and rehearsals.
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“Should’ve Stayed”
Thursday Shoots is now seeking talent for “Should’ve Stayed,” a dark comedy about a woman’s desperate attempt to escape a growing zombie outbreak while questioning whether her boyfriend is already one of them. Actors, aged 26–36, are wanted for the lead roles of Rebecca and Ben. The actor playing Ben must have strong comedic timing and be comfortable with special effects makeup. Filming will take place in late February and early March in NYC. Pay is $200 per day for three days of work with meals provided.
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“Winner Winner” - Short Film
Casting is underway for “Winner Winner,” a dark comedy short film about a recent high school grad with plans to end his life who encounters a local sex worker who becomes set on changing his mind. Actors, aged 18 and older, are wanted for various roles, including the starring roles of Shane and Cookie. Filming will take place this spring in Massachusetts and/or southern New Hampshire. Pay is $300 per day for the lead roles, but all other roles are unpaid.
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Spanish Comedy Movie
Spanish-speaking comedy actors or comedians, aged 21–55, are now wanted for a Spanish comedy film. Talent must be comfortable with improvisation. Filming will take place in July in Dallas, Texas. Pay is $1,500 for three days of work.
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“Maya”
San Francisco-based actors (mainly Chinese-American actors), aged 25–70, are wanted for various roles in the short comedy “Maya,” including the starring role of Emma, a woman in her mid-30s who finds unexpected inspiration from her aging rescue dog. The ability to speak Mandarin is required for most roles. Filming will take place in late summer. Pay is $300–$350 per day for up to five days of work.
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