Jacob's workshop: 'All the world's a stage'

"All the world's a stage, And all the men and women merely players" is how Jacob responded in a conversation relating to the young people's acting skills. The quote from Shakespeare's As You Like It was very apt. Life is like a play and Jacob has enhanced the acting skills of the young people and their group performances by encouraging them to draw from their observations and life experiences.


We are looking forward to the last workshop with the PDDCS youth group - Tuesday 29 Jan 4-6pm.

Jacob Casselden Deaf Drama Workshop - details announced

The date for the first of Jacob Casselden's Drama workshops have been announced. It's the 27th November and it's free! Jacob has agreed to help PDDCS Youth in their quest to make top a film for DeafFest 2013. Clocks ticking kids - Film needs to be in by March..

See the poster below for full details. Please pass it on..Jacob Casselden Peterborough Acting Workshop

Award Winning Deaf Actor Jacob Casselden coming to Peterborough

Award Winning Deaf Actor @jacobcasselden coming to Peterborough to give drama classes. On the road to @deaffest 2013! pddcs.co.uk/2012/09/Jacobc…
— PDDCS (@PDDCS) September 29, 2012

Following hot in the footsteps of Ted Evans and Charlie Swinbourne coming to talk about their careers in writing and film making, Award winning actor and dancer, Jacob Casselden, is coming to Peterborough to deliver acting and drama classes.

Jacob has starred in film and on stage and is well respected - winning Best International Deaf Male Actor award at the Milan Festival Internazionale di Cinema E Video Sordo, for his role in the film Nectar and shortlisted for his role in Tribes in London's West End in 2010. (see video below)

The class dates are yet to be arranged - but keep checking PDDCS news for updates.

There will be an announcement soon on PDDCS plans to make film to enter into Young DeafFest 2013 and how to get involved. Jacob's involvement means that PDDCS have a top trio of British Deaf film making and acting talent on board to help with the production of a film. With Charlie Swinbourne and Ted Evans already agreeing to act as consultants to the project, Jacob's contribution to the performance side gives the kids of Peterborough the best start possible.

Keep checking back for more news on the film making project and dates of Jacob's acting sessions. Follow Jacob on twitter here

This video is from 2010 - the dates mentioned have now passed

Actress for lead role in BSL Film - London, UK

For the budding actresses among you - Request from BSLBT:

We are looking for a deaf Muslim girl between the age of 18-22 to play Zarah, the lead role in Raabia Hussain's ZOOM film for the BSLBT.

This is a touching story of a deaf Muslim teenager in 2001 who overcomes her feelings of isolation after the xenophobic backlash after the terrorist attacks in New York.

You need not have any acting experience, but you should be comfortable being in front of a camera! The film will be broadcast on the Community Channel and on Film4.

Please respond with your details and a recent photo to mark@neathfilms.com.

Good luck!

Another Actor opportunity: NeathFilms '911'

NeathFilms are looking for Actors and Background Artists to appear in '911' a short film in BSL. They have published the following information:

'911' is a short film funded by the not-for-profit British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust to be transmitted on Film Four, the Community Channel and entered into International film festivals.

This is a touching story written by first time director Raabia Hussain. 911 tells the story of a deaf Muslim teenager in 2001 who overcomes her feelings of isolation after the xenophobic backlash after the terrorist attacks in New York.

We are looking for:

 Asian Females 16-20 - To Play Zarah

Caucasian Males 30-45 - To Play Harold

Caucasian Females 30-45 - To Play Dorothy

 We are also looking for Male and Female background artists with no acting experience necessary, deaf or hearing who are able to sign in BSL.

 Please respond to mark@neathfilms.com. Assistant Producer, Neath Films Ltd, Unit M2 Shakespeare Business Centre, 245a Coldharbour Lane, London SW9 8RR, Tel/Fax: +44 (0) 207 733 8688, Mob: +44 (0) 7950 432 169

Romeo and Juliet .. deaf acting roles

Today Deaf-uk-Jobs advertised the following exciting opportunity:

D/deaf actors and actresses required for exciting new production of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. 

London-based site-specific company Bard Unbound is auditioning for a new production of Romeo & Juliet performing at The Rose, Bankside, London, 5th – 30th June. Rehearsals will be held mainly in the Tower Hill area evenings and weekends through May. 

We are currently seeking experienced D/deaf actors and actresses, fluent in BSL, and with experience of Shakespeare - for the following roles: 

Romeo, Juliet, Nurse 

Please note we are also interested in meeting with hearing actors and actresses, who hold a Level 2 (or above) certificate in BSL 

Please email cv’s to Lara on frisland@hotmail.com with a short paragraph describing your relevant experience and availability. Audition slots are available by appointment evenings and weekends from 23rd April. Please note this project is a profitshare production.

 

For those people interested in watching Shakespeare plays rather than acting the roles remember Shakespeare in BSL Labour's Love Lost this May.

BSLBT commissioned film : Actors required

Neath Films Ltd (www.neathfilms.com) is looking for Actors and Background Artists to appear in 'CONFESSIONS' a short film in BSL:

'CONFESSIONS' is a commission from the not-for-profit British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust (BSLBT) which will be transmitted on Film Four, the Community Channel and entered into International film festivals.

This is an ambitious period piece written and directed by upcoming deaf director Julian Peedle-Calloo. The film will be shot in full period costume in St. GIles Church Church, Camberwell and some beautiful pre-Victorian function rooms in Bank, London. The shoot dates are between April 29th and May 3rd.

This story is set in wake of the Milan Conference, which attempted to force Oralism onto the deaf community. Deaf marriage and signing in schools was widely criticised by public figures such as Alexander Graham Bell. The story is of a young deaf couple who decide to marry at Reverend Smith's Church where Alexander is also due to give a lecture on oralism on that very day.

We are looking for:

Females 20-35 - To Play Florence (bride)

Males 25-35 - To Play Albert (groom)

Females 20-35 - To Play Grace (bridesmaid)

Males 16 - 20 - To Play Choir Boys Oscar and Thomas

Males 25-40 - To Play James (best man)

Hearing but able to sign BSL males - 30-45 - Alexander Graham Bell

Hearing but able to sign BSL males - 30-45 - Reverend Smith

We are also looking for Male and Female background artists with no acting experience necessary, deaf or hearing who are able to sign in BSL.

If you are interested contact Assistant Producer, Mark Driver mark@neathfilms.com
Neath Films Ltd
Unit M2
Shakespeare Business Centre
245a Coldharbour Lane
London SW9 8RR
Tel/Fax: +44 (0) 207 733 8688
Mob: +44 (0) 7950 432 169

Actors required - pilot film: Ben Steiner awards/Deaffest 2012

Today http://groups.yahoo.com/group/deaf-uk-jobs/ released the following job post:

"A small group of actors/ actresses both hearing & deaf required for a pilot film for Ben Steiner awards/Deaffest 2012 

Future auditions will take place weekend of 30th April with view to filming straight away the following week. 

Hearing or deaf with speech age 6/8yrs old girl, brown long hair 

male & female hearing couple mid 30's 

hearing or deaf with clear speech male 30/40's  

deaf lady 40's 

deaf mixed ages...extras... 

Most main parts have now been filled but if you feel you have something to give, touch base... 

please email your cv, a recent photo, consent form if under 18 info@amandajanerichards.com"

NSPCC/Childline BSL casting call

Recently some of our deaf members took part in a research survey for Childline. Childline are committed to Deaf children and young people having equal access to their provision.

NSPCC + Childline are working with 3angrymen Productions to shot a video to promote online safety amongst a young Deaf audience.

On the 4th April 2012 they wish to cast this film using three young Deaf people, aged 16-20 years old [playing age 14-18 years old] who are confident BSL users.


The job advert from http://groups.yahoo.com/group/deaf-uk-jobs/ states:

"Actors used in the filming of this video will be paid.
Casting Date: Friday 30th March 2012
Available Times: 2pm – 8pm
Location: Conference Room, 1st Floor, 8 Orsman Road
London N1 5QJ*

We will have a BSL interpreter available on site for attendees. If you are under 18 you must be accompanied by an adult to the casting.

If you would like to be considered for a part in this film please  email casting@3angrymen.com with the subject line “NSPCC/BSL Casting Appointment” and please include some background information on yourself, details of your BSL ability and at least one recent headshot (a photo clearly showing your face and hair).

Please note that you must be available to attend the shoot day on 4th April 2012 if you would like to be considered for this part.

*Nearest public transport – Haggerston overground station (5 minutes walk) and Old Street underground (20 minutes walk)."

Another interesting acting opportunity for any young deaf person.

Female teenage actors wanted for a book trailer

Today Deaf-uk-jobs have advertised the following acting opportunities for a book trailer. The book has had many positive reviews for the deaf perspective on life as a teenager:

"2-minute book trailer for upcoming release of 'Whisper' by Chrissie Keighery.
Audition dates: February 21st and 28th, 2012
Shoot dates: March 12th - 16th, 2012                                                                      
Location: Bristol
Closing date: Monday 20th February 2012                                                              
Payment for work: Expenses Only
Please apply to melanie.jones09@bathspa.ac.uk with short introduction, a picture and which part you would like to audition for.
Synopsis:
Demi was 14 when she became ill with meningitis. The illness left her
profoundly deaf. This story is not just about what it would be like to lose your hearing and to live life in complete silence. It is about being caught in the middle of two worlds and not knowing where you fit in: the hearing world or the deaf world.
It is about finding your place and leaving behind assumptions, forgiving and moving forward and building confidence that has been shattered through illness and social conditioning.
It is also about standing up to prejudices within both communities and
fighting for what you believe in. It is about life as a teenager within two 'cultures': the 'hearies' and the deaf.
All minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.Payment details: expenses paid
*Applications to this casting call require:*
- A phone number
- A profile photo

The following parts need to be filled.
*Demi*
When she loses her hearing at 14, her life seems out of balance and she begins to feel isolated. She starts to have panic attacks, which she keeps secret, as she doesn’t want to seem any more weird than she already feels she is. She is initially ashamed to be deaf and thinks her new classmates to be weird. She is beautiful, intelligent and loves to swim. Role requires (preferably) a basic knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL) and ability to swim front crawl.
Females, aged 16 to 20 from United Kingdom
Height: 157 cm / 5ft 2in - 172 cm / 5ft 8in
Minimum Acting experience: No previous acting experience
Languages spoken:English
Dress Size: 6 -10

*STELLA*
Stella is a deaf girl born to 2 deaf parents and doesn't use lip reading when signing. She is convinced that ALL ‘hearies’ are out to oppress deaf people, that they are the enemy. She is uncomfortable being around anyone that can hear because of her beliefs. She has a punk/goth image, with heavy black eyeliner and spiky hair. Demi is initially intimidated by Stella, but they start a friendship in which each of them are in fact challenged and grow. Role requires advanced knowledge of BSL.
Females, aged 16 to 20 from United Kingdom
Height: 147 cm / 4ft 10in - 165 cm / 5ft 5in
Minimum Acting experience: No previous acting experience
Dress Size: 8 - 12

*KEISHA*
Keisha’s deaf name is Chatter. She is talkative, expressive and outgoing.
Keisha works in a café when she’s at home. She loves it as it gives her a sense of worth within the community, and stops her from feeling isolated, especially as her mother works two jobs and does not sign. Keisha is totally at ease with being deaf. Role requires advanced knowledge of BSL.
Females, aged 16 to 20 from United Kingdom
Minimum Acting experience: No previous acting experience

*ERICA*
Erica has a cochlear implant. Initially Demi finds her weird, particularly because Erica speaks with a robotic sounding voice because of the CI. Erica and Keisha are good friends and Erica is the first one to introduce herself and welcome Demi to the deaf school. She is warm and friendly. (the role requires knowledge of BSL )
Females, aged 16 to 20 from United Kingdom
Minimum Acting experience: No previous acting experience"

Volunteer Deaf actors - film (BSLBT Zoom)

Raabia Hussain, a student at the Oldham College, has recently been awarded funding from the British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust to make a short deaf related film. He is looking for suitable actors to perform on this production.

His criteria: actors to be aged between 16 - 20 and a BSL user, with good facial expressions, and preferably asian but this is not a major problem as they will work around such issues.

The role is voluntary but he is offering some very high quality footage for use on a showreel which can use to sell your acting skills, to agencys and casting directors. For more details contact Raabia at raabia_hussain@hotmail.co.uk

WANT TO BE A STAR?

CALL FOR YOUNG ACTORS AND ACTRESSES!
NDCS are looking for two deaf young people with some experience in acting to be involved in a fun film about deaf awareness!

NDCS need one female and one male
You need to be 16-18 years old
One needs to be good at BSL
One will be a cochlear implant user
You have to sell yourself as urban, trendy and cool!
You must be free on the 11th and 12th of February for filming in Edinburgh.
You will get paid for this work.
Please send an email to buzz@ndcs.org.uk with:
A photograph of yourself
A 1 minute video of yourself telling us why you think deaf awareness is important OR Contact us and we will try to chat on Skype/MSN to see if you are right for the part.

Deadline: 12pm, 6 February

Deaf actor needed - Hollyoaks

Are you a young deaf actor?

Hollyoaks is looking for a Deaf actor over 16 years old. After a few initial episodes, the role will feature heavily in ground-breaking online material, before returning to the show and potentially becoming a regular character. 

Actors can be fully or partially deaf, must be ableto communicate in sign language, and must be either 16 or older andable to realistically play 16.

Deadline to regiter interest: 18.00 on Friday 27 Jan.

Contact Shelley on shelley@thebigtalent.co.uk

A head and shoulders portrait will be needed too.