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Neighboring Film Office Hotlines - Quick Reference

Free Local, Regional and National Casting Websites

An important page! I really worked on this one. Did you know many local filmmakers post casting calls on their online chatboards? They are included here in addition to casting websites, if appropriate.

Where to Find State Casting Directors and Talent Agents

Nearest Actors' Unions

Right-to-work info

For those in right to work states only

Local Actors Resources and Chatboards

Here you'll find local and regional actors groups and chatboards where you can hook up with other local actors to swap tips on photographers, classes, etc. You'll also find links to local newspapers covering the stage and film scene, where to find local colleges with theatre programs, state funding organizations for performing artists, and whatever useful info I could dig up for local actors. Each state is a unique hodgepodge. Some are plentiful; others have less to offer.

National Actors Resources and Chatboards

These are my favorite free national websites for actors, including great national chatboards, "how to get started" websites, online resources for acting training, stage combat, improv groups, voiceover work, puppetry and Shakespeare training, MTV auditions for the 18-25 crowd, free sites to hang your headshots online, free monologues online, tips from agents, resources for uninsured actors, scam alerts, great resource sites for screenwriters, dancers, musicians, and child actors, and lots more. I avoided "pay per view" websites and those offering expensive classes and products.

State Resources for Aspiring Broadcasters

Interested in a broadcasting career?   Here you'll find info on your state broadcasting association, several national support organizations, a free monthly newsletter for aspiring broadcasters, and best of all, free online job banks with openings for on-air and on-camera positions as well as techie jobs at radio and television stations across the nation.

Networking with Local Filmmakers

The best way to get involved in the film industry is to hang out with others already in it. Here you'll find state film societies, filmmakers' organizations, local filmmakers' forums and online resources that cover the local film beat and special screening events in your state. Support your local filmmakers! And bring along your postcards. These are great networking opportunities. You'll also learn where to find local production companies. (Many keep their own talent files and accept headshots).   In some states, I've added a whole section of regional production companies that accept headshots.

Alternative Screening Venues

This section includes a few venues where local filmmakers regularly screen their work or where independent, foreign and documentary films are shown that you won't normally see at multiplex theaters. (Many art house theaters host screenings for local filmmakers). These venues are often run by local film societies that offer discount tickets to members. This section is included when the info is not provided in earlier sections.

Meeting Filmmakers in Neighboring States

Keep an eye on what's happening in your neighboring states! You may find opportunities that are worth the drive. This section includes online forums where neighboring filmmakers discuss projects and recruit cast and crew. It also provides a brief description of film groups in surrounding states. Hint: Many filmmaking groups are actor-friendly and welcome actors at meetings and screenings of works-in-progress.   Some keep talent files.

Film Festivals in your State and Surrounding Regions

Attending film festivals is another excellent way to meet your local filmmakers. Show up and schmooze!

State Resources for Theatre Performers

For those that prefer stage work, this section offers a brief overview of your state's theatre scene, along with resources to help you build a contact list of theatres in your area. It also includes info on state and local theatre organizations, Equity hotline numbers, sites with local theatre audition notices, and in most states, info on local theatre awards.

Local and Regional Combined Auditions and Festivals

Most state theatre organizations hold at least one combined audition annually. You'll also get info on regional auditions in nearby states as well as college theatre festivals, community theatre festivals, the annual National Dinner Theatre audition, etc.

Random Sampling of Theatres in Your State

Wish I could include every theatre, but some states have hundreds! This section provides a detailed description of at least 20 theatres in your state (and often many more), from premier Equity houses to small community theatres in rural areas. Theatres are selected at random, although I tried to include several that offer adult acting classes. (So many classes for kids, so few for adults!) Audition info for most theatres is also included.

Theme Parks in Your State

Theme parks are an excellent (and often overlooked) source of paid work for performers. Many hire singers, dancers and costumed characters for the summer season. You'll find info on theme parks in your state, if any, as well as audition hotline numbers for major theme parks on each coast, and casting websites that regularly post theme park auditions.

Cruise Lines

Would you prefer to work on a ship? Here you'll find websites that explain precisely how to do it, along with websites where cruise line auditions are regularly posted.   Have a blast.   I'll expect a postcard.

Renaissance Festivals

Did you see Lord of the Rings 18 times?   Hark, good Lord and Lady, get thee to thy nearest Medieval Festival!   Renaissance faires across the country require actors to dress in period costumes and remain in character all day as peasants, royalty, beggars, jesters, swordsmen, gypsies, what have you. The larger faires feature rehearsed street scenes and performances on open-air stages.   Your wage may be a free giant turkey leg, but you'll have a great time.   Alack!   Make haste.

Diversity Casting / Performers of Color

I worked hard on this section!   You'll like it.   I found some terrific ethnic-specific websites, including chatboards for filmmakers and actors, national directories to hang your headshots online, casting websites, film festivals, and national organizations for actors and/or filmmakers.   This section includes subsections for African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, and Native American Indians. (Native American actors, I found festivals for you but no chatboards or casting websites.   I'll keep looking).

Regional Books and Publications

Here's my competition! Buy their books! We're all on the same team. This section includes useful books written specifically for actors in your region, as well as major trade publications and national resources.

Partial Filmography for your state

The Blitz Pages conclude with a brief synopsis of your state's assets (pay attention, filmmakers!) along with a sampling of feature films made in your state. Not all movies are made in Hollywood! More than ever, major motion pictures are regularly filmed all across America.   (Read all about it in Extra Scoop, coming this summer!)   Bear in mind that each of these productions likely requires the hiring of local actors and extras.