Selected open roles for talent

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IQBAL

Male - 60 to 75 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
CFC - THE MOMENT THAT HAS GONE
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday September 4, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Male, 60+, South Asian. Speaks Urdu, Abid’s older brother. Came to the West before Abid did and helped him settle down. He knew Fatima during her time in college and thought fondly of her for helping his brother out.

MO

Male - 45 to 55 yrsSupporting Non union
Project title
MY JOURNEY FROM FALAFEL TO POUTINE
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Monday September 15, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

*Of Middle-Eastern Descent* A man has a playful spat with his wife at an embassy. He is an immigrant to Canada. The scene offers satirical glimpse at the reality of how people approach immigration strategically. *This role has no specific language requirements*

Mère - Mains Libres

Female - 30 to 45 yrsSOC Union
Project title
RECAST VOLKSWAGEN
Media
Commercial
Due date
Tuesday September 16, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Mère - Rôle Muet | Mother - Silent on camera Femme, dans la 30-45 ans | Woman, 30-45 Principalement Afro descendance et asiatique 1 an web UDA RM @100%TAB C : 1333$ – avec possibilité d’upgrade à 13 semaines TV

Père - Mains Libres

Male - 30 to 45 yrsSOC Union
Project title
RECAST VOLKSWAGEN
Media
Commercial
Due date
Tuesday September 16, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Père - Rôle Muet | Father - Silent on camera Principalement Afro descendance et asiatique Homme, 30-45 ans | Man, 30-45 yo 1 an web, 13 semaines TV 1 333$ + 2 196$ = 3 529$

Garçon - Mains Libres

Male - 4 to 6 yrsSOC Union
Project title
RECAST VOLKSWAGEN
Media
Commercial
Due date
Tuesday September 16, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Garçon - Rôle Muet | Boy - Silent on camera Garçon, 4-6 ans | Boy, 4-6 y/o Description: Principalement Afro descendance et asiatique 1 an web, 13 semaines TV 1 333$ + 2 196$ = 3 529$

Papa Cool

Male - 30 to 45 yrsSOC Union
Project title
RECAST VOLKSWAGEN
Media
Commercial
Due date
Tuesday September 16, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Papa Cool - Rôle Muet | Cool Dad - Silent on camera Homme, 30-45 ans | Man, 30-45 yo Description: Principalement Afro descendance et asiatique 1 an web, 13 semaines TV 1 333$ + 2 196$ = 3 529$

Enfant Ticket

All - 6 to 8 yrsSOC Union
Project title
RECAST VOLKSWAGEN
Media
Commercial
Due date
Tuesday September 16, 2025
Submissions from
Montréal
Role description

Enfant Ticket - Rôle Muet | Ticket Kid - Silent on camera Garçon ou fille ,6- 8 ans | Boy or Girl, 6-8 y/o Principalement Afro descendance et asiatique 1 an web UDA RM @100%TAB C : 1333$ – avec possibilité d’upgrade à 13 semaines TV

JACOB MARLEY

All - 27 to 55 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
A Christmas Carol
Media
Play
Due date
Sunday September 21, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

(Please note unconventional age range) – The wry and slightly cheeky spectre of Scrooge’s deceased business partner; a supernatural guide and constant observer. Also acts as the audience guide through the house.

BELLE

All - 22 to 32 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
A Christmas Carol
Media
Play
Due date
Sunday September 21, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Scrooge’s Beau / Fiancé; a headstrong and affectionate young woman; a dreamer.

GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT

All - 22 to 55 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
A Christmas Carol
Media
Play
Due date
Sunday September 21, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

A Spirit; boisterous and larger than life.

YOUNG EBENEZER

All - 22 to 35 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
A Christmas Carol
Media
Play
Due date
Sunday September 21, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Scrooge as a young man before his heart calcified; timid but ambitious.

AUGUSTUS SCROOGE

All - 28 to 45 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
A Christmas Carol
Media
Play
Due date
Sunday September 21, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Scrooge’s Father; a loving and tender man.

FRED

All - 25 to 38 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
A Christmas Carol
Media
Play
Due date
Sunday September 21, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Scrooge’s nephew, a jovial and spirited young man; the antithesis of his uncle.

VIOLINIST / BAILIWICK

All - 20 to 65 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
A Christmas Carol
Media
Play
Due date
Sunday September 21, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

In addition to supporting the musical elements of the show, the actor-violinist will also play at least one narrative character; in past iterations that has often been the ‘Ghost of Christmases Past’ or ‘Bailiwick’ but may be any open part depending on the fit.

MRS. DILBER

All - 30 to 65 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
A Christmas Carol
Media
Play
Due date
Sunday September 21, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

(Please note unconventional age range) – Scrooge’s housekeeper; a no-nonsense woman with steely resolve, and a champion of the less fortunate.

TINA / TIM CRATCHIT

All - 8 to 12 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
A Christmas Carol
Media
Play
Due date
Sunday September 21, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

(Please note gender-flexible nature of role) - The Cratchits’ youngest child; kind and big-hearted. [Note: this role will be performed by two young actors who will alternate performance nights]

MARTHA CRATCHIT

All - 12 to 19 yrsLead Union or Non union
Project title
A Christmas Carol
Media
Play
Due date
Sunday September 21, 2025
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

The Cratchits’ middle child; just as warm as her siblings and parents. [Note: this role will be performed by two young actors who will alternate performance nights]

HAZEL

Female - 27 to 33 yrsSupporting Union
Project title
Finding My Connection
Media
MOW
Due date
Friday September 12, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

HAZEL is the thoughtful, warm, and curious writer younger sister to Emma. Her playful wit makes her easy to connect with. She often drifts into the lives of others, offering a perspective that is both empathetic and disarming. ANY ETHNICITY

LANCE

Male - 38 to 45 yrsSupporting Union
Project title
Finding My Connection
Media
MOW
Due date
Friday September 12, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

LANCE is Conrad’s confident, somewhat materialistic friend and boss at the competitive and fast-paced investment firm, The Barnes Group. Charismatic and sharp, he thrives on being in control, though his bravado and expensive tastes could be seen as hiding something deeper. ANY ETHNICITY

SID

Male - 30 to 40 yrsSupporting Union
Project title
Finding My Connection
Media
MOW
Due date
Friday September 12, 2025
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

SID is the quick-witted, dependable husband of Hazel. Their playful, teasing dynamic reflects the deep trust and genuine love they share, even amid the stress of searching for a new home. He encourages Emma to pursue what she truly wants, knowing that even if success is uncertain, her regret would be far worse. ANY ETHNICITY