OPEN AUDITION POLICY

Calling all struggling or aspiring young actors and actresses! HISTORICAL PRODUCTIONS, INC. is currently holding an OPEN AUDITION POLICY for our upcoming productions throughout 2009. Anyone interested in the possibility of appearing or starring in one of our projects please follow the guidelines located below. We welcome all to submit their audition, and each submission will be carefully considered.

1.) A typical, everyday White/Caucasian male, 11 years-old range, who is our main character.

2.) A female White/Caucasian, 11 years-old range, who can pull off being a tomboy.

3.) An African-American male, 11 years-old range, who can pull off being a Sci-fi geek.

4.) A White/Caucasian male, 11 years-old range, who enjoys being the center of attention.

5.) A White/Caucasian male, 11 years-old range, who can pull off being slightly feminine.

Apart from those listed above, we are searching for actors and actresses of all ages to fill out the many smaller roles and guest parts for the film. We are also in need of all actors to fill the part of background artists and bit roles throughout.

A parent will be asked to stay with their children at all times during auditions and filming. We will be filming sporadically throughout winter, spring and summer of 2010 on weekends and weekdays (when school is not in session). All filming will be done in the Greater Cincinnati area.

AUDITIONS BY MAIL

There are two ways that you can audition, in person or by mail. For those of you who wish to be considered for a part in the film but are unable to make the above listed audition dates, we will be accepting submissions through the mail from now through the end of 2009. If you wish to submit your audition through the mail, please follow these simple guidelines:

1. Include a clear and easy to recognize photograph of yourself. Portraits are preferred, however any photo with a clear shot of your face and type can be used. Please write your full name and contact info (at least a phone number and/or email address) on the back. Please remember that all photos submitted can not be returned.

2. Include on a separate sheet of paper your full name and contact information, including a current address, phone number, and email address if possible. If you have had any prior acting experience, please include a list of performances including the dates and locations/network/studio/agency information. Also include a detailed description of yourself and any special talents you may possess (such as horseback riding, singing, sports, hobbies, special abilities, etc.) that may be useful in the part your seeking.

3. If you have a specific part you are looking to be considered for, please include which one with your description. We will keep you in mind for the part in question, but please realize that we may believe you are better suited for another part and consider you for that.

4. Please include a recorded copy of your audition piece. This is very important for mailed submissions. Your recordings may be on audio (Cassette or CD) or video (VHS or DVD only). You may chose whatever you like to read, but make sure there is enough for us to see just how talented you are. If you wish, specific audition pieces for the series can be obtained by contacting the email address or number listed below. Please specify which part you would like to read for in order to be sent the right one from the list above.

All mailed submissions are to be sent to the following address:

HISTORICAL PRODUCTIONS
1156 BETHEL-NEW RICHMOND RD.
NEW RICHMOND, OHIO 45157

AUDITIONS BY PERSON

For those of you who wish to audition in person, we do allow FIRST TIME IN-PERSON AUDITIONS to be conducted on a limited basis. All guidelines listed above should be followed, as well as the following points:

1. All In-Person Auditions need to be arranged by phone with a representative of Historical Productions. A date and time will be set up that is mutually agreed upon by both the company and you. The location shall be determined by the company, unless an alternate location suggested by you is agreed upon as acceptable.

2. All persons auditioning should come prepared with a copy of the selected pages and any other material chosen that you wish to read. All auditions should last no more than 15 minutes. Please supply any material or props that you wish to use in your audition. You may come in costume if you believe it will help with the reading, however this is not necessary.

3. As with the mailed auditions, you may request an audition packet and script pages by contacting us by email or phone.

CONTACT

To obtain audition packets, please email us at auditions@historicalproductionsinc.com

Please include a mail address and a which part you are requesting with your message. Packets should arrive within 3-7 days.

As always, please keep an eye on this website and this page for updates on the auditions. We wish you the best of luck!

R. David Burns
Wayne W. Whited
Executive Producers, Historical Productions