Film School
Prairie and The Ping
Details
Union:
Union or Non union
Area of media:
Film School
Network:
Paid?:
No
Rates:
Non-paid Student Film
Deadline:
Feb 14, 2026
Auditions:
Self tapes by request.
Callbacks:
Via Zoom TBD
Shooting locations:
Oakville, ON
Cities for response:
Toronto
Roles
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
LeadPrairieFemale 18 - 25 Years old
Description
An introspective and observant 16 year old who experiences a sensory “Ping” that tells her what others need. Prairie has grown up being relied upon by everyone around her and has learned to equate usefulness with worth. When her ability fails for the first time, she is forced to confront uncertainty and learn how to listen rather than fix. Much of the performance is internal and nonverbal, relying on restraint, presence, and subtle emotional shifts. We are casting performers of all ethnicities and backgrounds.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
PrincipalMicahAll 18 - 24 Years old
Description
A guarded teenager with a complicated relationship to control and self-expression. Micah stopped playing guitar after years of being told what to play and how to play, leaving them resistant to authority and uncomfortable with being directed. The role is written to remain open in terms of gender and identity, allowing for a queer interpretation. Over the course of the film, Micah risks creating independently for the first time by letting go of control. We are casting performers of all ethnicities and backgrounds.
Actor must be able to play acoustic guitar.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
ActorMomFemale 35 - 60 Years old
Description
Asian / East Asian

Prairie’s well-meaning but controlling mother (35-60, Asian / East Asian), Involved in church and community service, she
believes Prairie’s gift should be used to help others. Her desire for structure and certainty leads
her to place expectations on Prairie that limit her autonomy, reinforcing the idea that being
useful is more important than personal growth.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
ActorJanitorAll 25 - 65 Years old
Description
A practical school janitor who interrupts an intimate moment between Prairie and Micah. Brief but pivotal, the Janitor represents authority while providing comic relief. We are casting performers of all ethnicities and backgrounds.