Feature Film
Robeson
Details
Union:
Non union
Area of media:
Feature Film
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
$350 per day - Non-Union
Deadline:
June 12, 2026
Auditions:
All auditions will be by self-tapes.
Shooting starts:
Nov 2, 2026 TBD
Shooting finishes:
Nov 20, 2026 
Shooting locations:
Reel Vision Studio, Mississauga
Cities for response:
Toronto
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Storyline
A biopic of the life of famed singer and activist Paul Robeson
Roles
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
PrincipalJohn LewisMale 25 - 35 Years old
Description
Black man, 25-32 years old, to play Civil Rights activist (and later long-time member of the U.S. House of Representative)
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
PrincipalHarvey MurphyMale 35 - 55 Years old
Description
A white male age 35-55. A tough labour organizer. Blue collar type - a longshoreman. Think On the Waterfront or Tony Soprano or Jimmy Hoffa
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
Principal1920s New York Stage ActressFemale 25 - 35 Years old
Description
A white woman age 25-35. 1920s period look if possible