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Cast Needed for a Short Film "The Show Must Go On"

Vancouver, BC, Canada
ID: 303975Exp: 3/6/2026
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Searching for cast to portray roles in "The Show Must Go On" film. See the details below. About the project: Super senior Rhett Hanson is cruising through his second attempt at senior year when he's abruptly dragged into the lead role in the drama club's production. Faced with one final opportunity to succeed, he must battle with a resentful director and a formidable principal to not make a fool of himself - his graduation, and future, depend on it. Rate: Volunteer. Food Provided. Additional information: Shooting Mar 7th to Mar 9th. If interested, please apply.

7 role s

HANSONMale18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead Role. An off-the-cuff renegade who's never believed he could succeed, and never felt the need to try. When faced with a decision to either succeed, or embarrass himself, Hanson needs to overcome his own self doubt and truly believe he can be good at something.

MAXMale18-19 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting Lead. A snooty and egotistical freshman who directs the school's drama productions, hoping to gain popularity to rival Hanson's. Cripplingly insecure, he thrives in positions of power where everyone knows he's the head honcho.

PRINCIPAL BURNSMale40-55 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting Lead. A cruel and intimidating traditionalist, Burns is a firm believer in the academics as the only path to success. Disgusted by Hanson's apathy, he's determined to see Hanson face the consequences of his inadequacy.

BRIANMale18-19 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting Role. A laid-back freshman burdened with the newfound anxiety of a stage manager. More disorganized than he should be, but managing to stay on top of things enough to keep the show running.

ACTORMale18-19 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured Role. An overzealous theatre geek who dramatically over-commits to their role.

FRESHMANBoth genders18-19 y.o.All ethnicities

Featured Role. A chronically stressed theatre enthusiast who takes on more responsibility than they should.

MCBoth genders30-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Voice-Only Role. A booming dramatic voice. Enough enthusiasm to make watching paint dry interesting.