"The Dr Lino Westhiemer Experience" Ep.1 Seeks Cast
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Casting several eccentric roles for Episode 1 of "The Dr Lino Westhiemer Experience: Almost A Doctor" — a chaotic mockumentary-style comedy inspired by Adult Swim, Trailer Park Boys, Tim & Eric, and pure unhinged late-night energy. See the details below. About the project: A surreal absurd-comedy mini series about a doctor who believes BAGELS cure everything. Rate: Non-Union. Food Provided. Unpaid Proof-of-Concept/Pilot. (Future episodes intended to be paid). Additional information: Location: Toronto/GTA. Especially looking for: Strong personalities Improv/sketch comedy energy Weird/funny character actors People comfortable with absurd humor & physical comedy Some roles involve fake smoke effects. When applying, please submit the following: Head shot/selfie; Name + age range; Experience (if any); Demo reel/self tape (optional); Instagram/socials (optional). Subject Line: “DR BAGEL CASTING – [ROLE NAME]”.
5 roles
Minimum height: 6'2". Big, intimidating-looking but actually very nice. Strong facial acting. Comfortable with absurd comedy.
Slim to average build preferred. Distinctive face/personality. Comfortable with face being placed on a blow-up doll prop for comedic hallucination scenes ONLY. Comfortable around fake smoke effects. Minimal dialogue role.
Various eccentric rehab-clinic patients. Unique personalities. Improv & physical comedy. Comfortable acting chaotic, weird, awkward, "high" or exaggerated. A couple patient roles must be comfortable around fake smoke effects.
Deadpan presence. Character face/personality. Minimal dialogue role.
Nervous, awkward energy. Good reaction acting. Naturalistic comedy timing.
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