Selected open roles for talent

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Massimo

Male - 8 to 12 yrsLead Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Last Day of Childhood
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday October 2, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Looking for specifically Italian descent actors. Massimo comes off as shy and fragile at first sight, however is actually very layered and has secrets and knowledge that he hides under a mask. The role will include a heavy amount of dialogue, some comedic, however mostly serious, and the actor must be able to believably deliver an emotional monologue that will include tears and breaking down. We also hope to cast a young actor who will feel confident enough to take direction and ask questions, as well as work professionally with others.

Nico

Male - 8 to 12 yrsPrincipal Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Last Day of Childhood
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday October 2, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Looking for specifically black actors. Nico is a very confident, comedic and light-hearted character. He holds a very important role in the film, contrasting the security and happiness he feels in life compared to Massimo. The actor must be able to confidently convey a warm and funny child through dialogue and physical mannerisms, however also has the ability to deliver dramatic acting when necessary. The actor is encouraged to feel comfortable enough on set to ask questions and take direction, as well as work well with others.

Claudia

Female - 30 to 40 yrsPrincipal Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Last Day of Childhood
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday October 2, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Looking for specifically Italian descent actors. Massimo's mother who is very an evidently exhausted and broken woman, who tries her best to cover up her real emotions around her son. She is compassionate, and extremely strong-willed, but also very dedicated to ensuring the best for her son

Denise

Female - 30 to 45 yrsPrincipal Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Last Day of Childhood
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday October 2, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Looking for specifically black actors. A typical sweet house mom who is a very kind and supportive mother to Nico and wife to her husband, Isaiah. She is content with the life she leads, and is very thoughtful to those around her, including Massimo who she meets for the first time

Isaiah

Male - 30 to 45 yrsActor Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Last Day of Childhood
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday October 2, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Looking for specifically black actors. A fun dad who has a close bond with his son Nico. He works the usual 9-5 but when he comes home he makes time for his beautiful family, his son who looks up to him, and his wife who he adores with all his heart

Giacomo

Male - 30 to 55 yrsActor Union or Non unionUnpaid
Project title
Last Day of Childhood
Media
Film School
Due date
Friday October 2, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Looking for specifically Italian descent actors. Comatose, ill-appearing and bed-ridden. The performer will have zero lines of dialogue, however is a very difficult role to play in terms of having to portray someone in a vegetative state.

DEREK

Male - 25 to 45 yrsLead Non unionUnpaid
Project title
THE COTTAGE HEIST
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday October 1, 2026
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Derek once dreamed of running for mayor and becoming an important figure in the city. That ambition ended when he was disqualified from running for office and barred from ever seeking the position again. Since then, his disappointment has hardened into a deep disdain for the city and its leadership. He is quick to criticize its decline and those responsible for running it.

CHANCE

Male - 18 to 25 yrsLead Non unionUnpaid
Project title
THE COTTAGE HEIST
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday October 1, 2026
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Chance is warm, sociable, and easygoing, but also undisciplined, drifting through life without much structure or direction. Though he wants more for himself, his ability to get by, along with the patience and support he receives from others, has made him comfortable putting off the changes he knows he needs to make. Coming from a family with a history of alcohol abuse, Chance grew up resenting his abusive, alcoholic father, who eventually walked out on him. He believes that his awareness of that history, along with the resentment he carries toward his father, safeguards him from repeating the same mistakes. That belief allows Chance to drink without seeing himself as someone with a problem. Over time, however, he is forced to confront the possibility that the habits he always believed were under control may already have a hold on him.

BO

Male - 20 to 30 yrsLead Non unionUnpaid
Project title
THE COTTAGE HEIST
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday October 1, 2026
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

A sharp, streetwise mechanic with easy charm, a gambling streak, and the kind of confidence that makes every risk feel manageable. Bo always believed he was meant for more. A naturally successful gambler, he developed an early confidence in his ability to take risks and come out ahead. He eventually made enough money to finally start the business he had spent years dreaming about. Then one bad night wiped it all out. Bo placed a large sports bet on a heavy favourite he was convinced would win. When the favourite lost, Bo took the rest to a casino and chased the loss until there was nothing left. By morning, the money was gone, his chance to start the business was gone, and so was the version of himself he thought he was becoming. Today, Bo works independently as a mechanic out of his garage, giving him some of the freedom he always wanted, but none of the success he imagined for himself. When Chance brings him an opportunity involving millions of dollars, the promise of easy money speaks directly to the part of Bo still searching for a shortcut back to the life he believes he should have had.

DAPHNÉE

Female - 18 to 25 yrsSupporting Non unionUnpaid
Project title
THE COTTAGE HEIST
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday October 1, 2026
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Daphnée is polished, image conscious, and somewhat snobbish, placing a great deal of value on education, ambition, and how she is perceived by others. She has a clear idea of the kind of life she wants and the kind of person she believes fits into it. Chance complicates those ideas. Though she is immediately drawn to him, his irresponsibility, unreliability, and lack of direction conflict with the standards she has built around herself. Initially, Daphnée tried to dismiss the attraction, but the more she resisted it, the more invested she became. Without meaning to, Chance unsettles the composure Daphnée works hard to maintain and brings out a more spontaneous, uninhibited side of her. Her feelings for him force her to reconsider the image she has built of herself and what she thought she wanted.

WANDA

Female - 18 to 35 yrsSupporting Non unionUnpaid
Project title
THE COTTAGE HEIST
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday October 1, 2026
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Growing up, Wanda lived in the shadow of her sister, the family favourite, who received the attention and affection Wanda wanted. As she got older, Wanda began searching for that missing affection in romantic relationships. Wanda’s caring and well mannered nature has a way of making people feel comfortable and completely seen. She listens closely, speaks gently, and gives others her full attention. That warmth is genuine, but it also makes it easy for her to disarm people and draw them toward her. For Wanda, the beginning of a relationship is intoxicating. She craves the pursuit, the attention, and especially the moment she knows she has become important to someone. But once their affection feels secure, the feeling begins to fade. What briefly filled the emptiness inside her becomes ordinary, and the void returns. Rather than sit with that emptiness, Wanda moves on in search of the feeling again. She is less addicted to relationships than to the thrill of being desired, pursued, and finally chosen.

NICOLE

Female - 25 to 45 yrsPrincipal Non unionUnpaid
Project title
THE COTTAGE HEIST
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday October 1, 2026
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Nicole is Derek’s outspoken, no-nonsense wife. She speaks to him with the familiarity of someone who has long since stopped being impressed by his status, connections, or commanding presence. Where others may defer to Derek, Nicole does not. She expects him to show up as a husband and father, not as the businessman who can simply send someone else to handle a problem. Her bluntness can be demanding, but beneath it is a clear expectation that Derek take responsibility for the life they have built together.

KARL

Male - 28 to 45 yrsPrincipal Non unionUnpaid
Project title
THE COTTAGE HEIST
Media
Short Film
Due date
Thursday October 1, 2026
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

Karl works for Derek, but he does not think of himself as an employee. In his mind, the clients he brings in, the deals he helps arrange, and the problems he handles make him an equal business partner. He believes Derek’s success is partly his success and expects to be treated and compensated accordingly. Karl’s attempts to assert himself occasionally expose that difference, especially when he asks for more money or recognition and Derek quickly reminds him who actually has the final say. Karl wants the respect and authority he believes he has already earned, creating a quiet resentment whenever Derek treats him like someone who simply works for him rather than beside him.

Anne

Female - 50 to 65 yrsNon Speaking Union
Project title
DOULA
Media
Feature Film
Due date
Wednesday September 23, 2026
Submissions from
Winnipeg
Role description

50’s, in good physical shape, any ethnicity. This woman is found by JUNO tied up and gagged on the property. At first JUNO thinks the Woman is another victim but then things take a weird turn when she attacks JUNO. This role has no dialogue. Looking for someone in good shape who can handle a physical scene. LOOKING ONLY FOR WINNIPEG LOCALS

Vidia

Female - 25 to 60 yrsActor Non union
Project title
2Bed + Jen
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Thursday September 24, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Vidia (Actor): Age: 25-60 Gender: Female-identifying Ethnicity: Open  Rate: $75/half-day Location: Toronto Number of episodes: 1 Character Description: Strange AF. Really into birds. And nothing else. Her whole personality is birds. She will hold aggressive eye contact and talk about birds all day long.  Note: Feel free to play around with the delivery and send 2-3 takes. But in one, try a slow, dry, deadpan delivery.  Sides attached.  Please include a slate with your name, height, union status and location.

Bernice

Female - 30 to 60 yrsActor Non union
Project title
2Bed + Jen
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Thursday September 24, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Bernice (Actor): Age: 30-60 Gender: Female-identifying Ethnicity: Open  Rate: $75/half-day Location: Toronto Number of episodes: 1 Character Description: She means well, but she's really bad with money. Buys lotto tickets and scratch cards daily. Collects aluminum tabs because she's convinced they'll be worth something one day.  Sides attached.  Please include a slate with your name, height, union status and location.

Greg

Male - 20 to 40 yrsActor Non union
Project title
2Bed + Jen
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Thursday September 24, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Greg (Actor): Age: 20-40 Gender: Male-identifying Ethnicity: Open  Rate: $75/half-day Location: Toronto Number of episodes: 1 Character Description: He gives sketchy, maybe wannabe gangster kinda vibes. Probably says he likes aggressive rap music and has a glare that will send a chill up your spine. Maybe covered in tattoos. But the truth is that he's a gentle soul who's actually really into selling skincare products for the latest pyramid scheme -- like, probably too into it. Sides attached.  Please include a slate with your name, height, union status and location.

Samantha

Female - 25 to 40 yrsActor Non union
Project title
2Bed + Jen
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Thursday September 24, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Samantha (Actor): Age: 25-40 Gender: Female-identifying Ethnicity: Open  Rate: $75/half-day Location: Toronto Number of episodes: 1 Character Description: A true party girl. Out all night, sleeps all day. Really into her hair and nails. Just got over a bad breakup and is working it out at the club. She can go from laughing to crying in a split second. Has loose pills floating around in her purse, and she won't hesitate to take one -- even if she can't tell what it is.  Sides attached.  Please include a slate with your name, height, union status and location.

Lily

Female - 25 to 35 yrsActor Non union
Project title
2Bed + Jen
Media
Mini-Series
Due date
Thursday September 24, 2026
Submissions from
Toronto
Role description

Lily (Actor): Age: 25-35 Gender: Female-identifying Ethnicity: Open  Rate: $75/half-day Location: Toronto Number of episodes: 1 Character Description: Totally normal. A nice, totally normal girl. The kind of girl you definitely want as a roommate -- chill, nice, easygoing, and even came with a crisp, clean copy of her resume. But... she also sees ghosts. And carries a crucifix in her purse. And it turns out your house is haunted. So good luck with that!  Sides attached.  Please include a slate with your name, height, union status and location.