Movies and TV shows casting in New Orleans
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a list of projects casting right now in New Orleans, nearby cities, and nationwide, and which roles they're looking to fill.
'Tea'
- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Ben (lead, male, 25-39)
- Average hourly rate: $34
- Casting locations: New Orleans, Louisiana
- Learn more about the short film here
'Soda and Shadows'
- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Cole (supporting, male, 25-75)
--- Hayden (lead, male, 29-31)
--- Jake (lead, male, 29-32)
- Average hourly rate: $21
- Casting locations: New Orleans, Louisiana
- Learn more about the short film here
'Lowball'
- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Mary Ann (lead, 18-30)
- Average hourly rate: $125
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here
'Beneath the Surface'
- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Mark (lead, male, 30-60)
--- Sarah (lead, female, 30-45)
- Average hourly rate: $37
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here
'Dramedy Family TV Series, Pilot Episode'
- Project type: scripted show
- Roles:
--- A.J (supporting, male, 30-40)
--- Jasmine (supporting, female, 18-25)
--- Amanda (lead, female, 29-38)
- Average hourly rate: $25
- Casting locations: Gulfport, Mississippi
- Learn more about the scripted show here