Movies and TV shows casting in Kentucky

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 Kentucky, and which roles they’re looking to fill.

Open casting calls for movie and TV productions

‘Saving Ava’
– Project type: feature film
– Roles:
— Younger Versions of Leads (lead, 7-12)
— Randy Brando (supporting, male, 27-60)
— Officer Toby (supporting, male, 26-60)
– Average hourly rate: $12
– Casting locations: Louisville
– Learn more about the feature film here

‘Male Order Bride’
– Project type: short film
– Roles:
— Ben (lead, male, 22-35)
— Gabriel (lead, male, 22-35)
– Average hourly rate: $10
– Casting locations: Louisville
– Learn more about the short film here

‘The Lost Healer’
– Project type: scripted show
– Roles:
— Kiva (lead, female, 18-25)
— General Graeme (supporting, male, 40-55)
— Rian (lead, male, 18-25)
– Average hourly rate: $31
– Casting locations: Union, Louisville
– Learn more about the scripted show here

‘Project Constellation: To Tell You The Truth’
– Project type: short film
– Roles:
— Constance (lead, female, 15-20)
— Allie (day player, female, 15-20)
— Michael (day player, male, 15-20)
– Average hourly rate: $12
– Casting locations: Louisville
– Learn more about the short film here

‘AMERICA LASTING IMPRESSIONS’
– Project type: feature film
– Roles:
— Mary (lead, female, 13-17)
– Average hourly rate: not available
– Casting locations: La Grange
– Learn more about the feature film here

‘Lethal Desire’
– Project type: feature film
– Roles:
— “GenCorp” Staff Member (background extra, 21-65)
– Average hourly rate: not available
– Casting locations: Lexington, Simpsonville, Louisville, Shelbyville
– Learn more about the feature film here