Casting Call for "Presto" Film
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Seeking cast to portray roles in "Presto" film. Please, see the details below. About the project: An ancient curse, a manic single mother, and an indomitable, plushy wielding nemesis stand between young Jack and his dream of recital champion. Perfection or death. Rate: UBCP/ACTRA or Equivalent. Paid/Honorarium. Additional information: Audition Location Self-Tape/Zoom. Shoot/Performance Date(s) July 9th-12th 2026. Shoot/Performance Location(s) Vancouver, BC. Not looking for polished performances, improv is encouraged when appropriate! Make the character your own. Directors want accents, real people, lived-in human beings. Submission Deadline June 15, 2026. When applying, please submit your HEAD SHOT, RESUME & DEMO REEL. Please specify what character you would be interested in auditioning for in the SUBJECT LINE.
8 roles
SUPPORTING. Darla is an anxious, slightly manic, newly single Mother. Her love for Jack often feels more like a responsibility than a gift. She is both wildly irresponsible and fiercely loving.
LARGE PRINCIPAL. A well meaning, but disgruntled neighbour whose concerns about neighbourhood noise are continuously ignored.
LARGE PRINCIPAL. Jack’s gentle and compassionate teacher. Maternal, effective and grounded. Your favourite teacher. Violin experience not necessary, but a plus.
PRINCIPAL. CHINESE. Jenny’s high intensity mother. She is the Yang to Jenny’s Yin. NOTE: PROFICIENCY IN MANDARIN OR CANTONESE IS REQUIRED.
Additional Character. PRINCIPAL. The Charming, local small town pastor.
Additional Character. PRINCIPAL. The recital reception volunteer.
Additional Character. PRINCIPAL. ITALIAN/GREEK/PERSIAN. The no nonsense recital adjudicator. A hard read until their anger gets the best of them.
Additional Character. PRINCIPAL. Bewildered by Darla’s terrible driving, he has some firm words and gestures to share. Natural accents encouraged.
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