Selected open roles for talent

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Elvira

Female - 20 to 25 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

23 year old Elvira dissociates a lot. She often wishes she was somewhere else, and wonders how she ended up where she did. Her brain is as fragmented as her life is - as a young mom to five year old Leo. Elvira is fun, warm, and has so much love for the people around her. However, disappointing them seems to be the only thing she really manages. Actor should be comfortable with partial nudity, simulated sexual actions (one scene), and being underwater.

Leo

Male - 5 to 6 yrsPrincipal Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Leo is an imaginative and curious child. He absorbs everything around him and always tries to figure out how things in the adult world work. Leo tends to keep to himself and often finds loud kids annoying. He loves his pet goldfish more than anything, and wishes there was a way for the two of them to communicate. Must be comfortable being in a bathtub for one scene.

Dude 1

All - 20 to 26 yrsActor Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

One of Elvira's friends. Elvira’s friend group is a bunch of hipster artists who collectively look down on the average Joe, but in reality live privileged lives where they are the center of the universe. They have known each other for a long time. We are looking for 3-4 actors who are inspired to engage in the development of their particular character in the friend group. Open to all genders.

Girl 1

All - 20 to 26 yrsActor Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

One of Elvira's friends. Elvira’s friend group is a bunch of hipster artists who collectively look down on the average Joe, but in reality live privileged lives where they are the center of the universe. They have known each other for a long time. We are looking for 3-4 actors who are inspired to engage in the development of their particular character in the friend group. Open to all genders.

Dad/Dan

Male - 25 to 33 yrsActor Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Leo’s dad, Dan, is in his mid 30s. He’s an annoyingly charismatic guy who comes off as the most empathetic, responsible, and well put together man in the world. However, he cares about his image more than anything, and is deep down simply selfish. Dan loves living his part time bachelor’s life, but would never admit to it.

Dude 2

All - 20 to 26 yrsActor Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

One of Elvira's friends. Elvira’s friend group is a bunch of hipster artists who collectively look down on the average Joe, but in reality live privileged lives where they are the center of the universe. They have known each other for a long time. We are looking for 3-4 actors who are inspired to engage in the development of their particular character in the friend group. Open to all genders.

Friend

All - 20 to 26 yrsActor Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

One of Elvira's friends. Elvira’s friend group is a bunch of hipster artists who collectively look down on the average Joe, but in reality live privileged lives where they are the center of the universe. They have known each other for a long time. We are looking for 3-4 actors who are inspired to engage in the development of their particular character in the friend group. Open to all genders.

Mother 1

Female - 32 to 39 yrsActor Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Helicopter mom. Ordinary. Likely she does yoga.

Mother 2

Female - 32 to 39 yrsActor Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Helicopter mom. Ordinary. Likely she does yoga.

Disheveled Father

Male - 35 to 45 yrsActor Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Loves beer and hockey. Is too confident in his humor.

Guy

All - 20 to 26 yrsActor Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

One of Elvira's friends. Elvira’s friend group is a bunch of hipster artists who collectively look down on the average Joe, but in reality live privileged lives where they are the center of the universe. They have known each other for a long time. We are looking for 3-4 actors who are inspired to engage in the development of their particular character in the friend group. Open to all genders.

Woman/Ruby

Female - 20 to 30 yrsActor Union or Non union
Project title
Fish Skin
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Cool queer girl in a club bathroom. Makes out with Elvira and undresses her in the stall. Must be comfortable with simulated sexual actions. Open to female or non-binary performers.

ELEANOR

Female - 21 to 31 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
From the Clay
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Eleanor is a young nine-to-fiver who is perfectly fine with the comfortable, middle-class life she’s building for herself. While her empathy can sometimes dip into passive-aggression, Eleanor tends to go along with David’s manic-depressive behaviour rather than stir the pot. She loves her cat, Toaster, more than anything in the world. Note: This is a physically demanding role, featuring a scene where Eleanor wrestles for an object with her boyfriend David. A professional stunt coordinator will be present on set and during rehearsal.

DAVID

Male - 23 to 33 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
From the Clay
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

David is more obsessed with looking like an artist than actually making art. A tortured soul worried that he might not actually be a tortured soul, he constantly spirals into himself rather than connecting with Eleanor. Deep down David wants to change, but knows it would require an unbearable level of vulnerability. Note: Must be comfortable being shirtless on camera, and wearing boxers and a t-shirt. This is a physically demanding role, featuring a scene where David wrestles for an object with his girlfriend Eleanor. A professional stunt coordinator will be present on set and during rehearsal.

Elara

Female - 30 to 35 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
CHROMOGEN
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

In her early thirties. Female (includes female identifying). All ethnicities. Introverted, quiet, dedicated painter. She is passionate about her art and is seeking success and validation, regardless of its effects on her mental health. Not very sure of herself.

Helen

Female - 40 to 69 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
CHROMOGEN
Media
Short Film
Due date
Friday December 20, 2024
Submissions from
Vancouver
Role description

Anywhere from late 40’s to 60’s. Female. All ethnicities. She is an art critic and a mentor. She is very judging, pretentious, stubborn and very harsh in her approach to critiquing. She pushes the artists, disregarding their mental health. She thinks highly of herself and her opinion.

Chorus/Ensemble

All - 18 to 99 yrsLead Not designated
Project title
Anything Goes
Media
Musical
Due date
Saturday December 14, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa
Role description

We are looking for professional tap dancers/singers with the ability to harmonize for Anything Goes. We will also be looking for dancers for our fall production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas.

Doug Ford Character

Male - 45 to 65 yrsPrincipal (PP) Union
Project title
Office Space Commercial
Media
Commercial
Due date
Monday December 9, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Doug Ford Character (Lead Role): A comedic portrayal of a character inspired by Doug Ford. The actor must bring a strong physical comedy element and convincingly perform a Doug Ford impression, capturing his mannerisms and speech patterns. This role involves the need for exaggerated reactions and comedic timing. Wig and wig fitting will be provided as needed. Requirements: Male, white, age range: 45–65 Ability to perform a Doug Ford impression Strong physical comedy and improvisational skills

Healthcare Worker

All - 25 to 50 yrsPrincipal (PP) Union
Project title
Office Space Commercial
Media
Commercial
Due date
Monday December 9, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Office Workers: Healthcare, Social Services, Finance (Supporting Roles x 3) Three diverse office workers who represent various public sectors. These characters interact with their boss, voicing their frustrations with issues that are symbolic of Doug Ford’s inaction. Each worker should bring authenticity and relatability to their respective role while contributing to the overall comedic tone. Requirements: Open to all genders and diverse backgrounds Age range: 25–50 Strong delivery of dialogue with clear emotional undertones (e.g., frustration, disbelief, sarcasm)

Social Services Worker

All - 25 to 50 yrsPrincipal (PP) Union
Project title
Office Space Commercial
Media
Commercial
Due date
Monday December 9, 2024
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Office Workers: Healthcare, Social Services, Finance (Supporting Roles x 3) Three diverse office workers who represent various public sectors. These characters interact with their boss, voicing their frustrations with issues that are symbolic of Doug Ford’s inaction. Each worker should bring authenticity and relatability to their respective role while contributing to the overall comedic tone. Requirements: Open to all genders and diverse backgrounds Age range: 25–50 Strong delivery of dialogue with clear emotional undertones (e.g., frustration, disbelief, sarcasm)