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Movies and TV shows casting in Akron

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Backstage for Backstage
April 16, 2025
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Movies and TV shows casting in Akron

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 Akron, nearby cities, and nationwide, and which roles they're looking to fill.

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'My Dog...'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Rachel (lead, female, 21-31)
--- Alec (supporting, male, 21-31)
--- Sheridan (supporting, female, 21-31)
- Average hourly rate: $13
- Casting locations: Akron, Ohio
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'The Girl With No Talent'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Steve Cam (supporting, male, 35-45)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Lowball'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Mary Ann (lead, 18-30)
- Average hourly rate: $75
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Red Star: Night of the Comet'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Ray (supporting, male, 25-45)
--- News Person (supporting, female, gender-nonconforming, 21-50)
--- Camera (crew)
- Average hourly rate: $25
- Casting locations: Detroit, Michigan
- Learn more about the short film here

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'Young Men'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Jason (supporting, 30-49)
--- Andy (supporting, 30-35)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'The Neighborhood'

- Project type: scripted show
- Roles:
--- Dominic (Dom) Belgate (lead, male, 20-30)
--- Marcus Freeman (lead, male, 20-30)
--- Casey Freeman (supporting, male, 18-25)
- Average hourly rate: $37
- Casting locations: Detroit, Michigan
- Learn more about the scripted show here

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