A lovely project all about celebrating Eid. We are looking for a cast who have lived authentic experiences of Ramadan and Eid – please confirm on application form! We would love to see real families suggested as well as individual suggestions. The casting is open nationwide. If you have any genuine family members who would like to apply with, that fit in with any of our cast members – please let us know!
| Casting details: Self tapes first round Production dates: The shoot is the end of the week 20th Feb (probably 23,24th) Production location: United Kingdom Contract type: Non-union – Commercially Financed |
| 8 Project Roles |
| Mum (Featured Female) (Female, 40–50 years) They have a warm, homely and maternal aura. We need someone to deliver an authentic and natural performance. Callbacks & fitting fees – £50 each. BSF: £350 Buyout: £5k Buyout each |
| Dad (Featured Male) (Male, 40–50 years) They have a warm, homely and paternal aura. We need someone to deliver an authentic and natural performance. Callbacks & fitting fees – £50 each. BSF: £350 Buyout: £5k Buyout each |
| Umar (Featured Child) (Male, 7–10 years) Looking for a young child who interacts well with other actors and takes direction well. A talented young actor who can deliver an energetic and enthusiastic performance, with a cheeky twinkle in his eye. Callbacks & fitting fees – £50 each. BSF – £190 BSF Buyout – £1.5k each |
| Aunt (Secondary Role) (Female, 35–49 years) Looking for 3 actors to play our aunts, they should be confident in an ensemble cast, with strong comedic skills; One in their late 30s One in their early 40s One in their late 40s Callbacks & fitting fees – £50 each. BSF – £350 BSF Buyout – £3k each |
| Uncle (Secondary Role) (Male, 35–49 years) Looking for 3 actors to play our uncles, they should be confident in an ensemble cast, with strong comedic skills; One in their late 30s One in their early 40s One in their late 40s Callbacks & fitting fees – £50 each. BSF – £350 BSF Buyout – £3k each |
| Grandparent (Secondary Male) (Male, 65–80 years) Our grandparents are in their 70s. Looking for them to have a gentle quality but still an bit of authority as they watch the activity in the kitchen closely. Confident in an ensemble cast with strong comedic skills. Callbacks & fitting fees – £50 each. BSF – £350 BSF Buyout – £3k each |
| Grandparent (Secondary Female) (Female, 65–80 years) Our grandparents are in their 70s. Looking for them to have a gentle quality but still a bit of authority as they watch the activity in the kitchen closely. Confident in an ensemble cast with strong comedic skills. Callbacks & fitting fees – £50 each. BSF – £350 BSF Buyout – £3k each |
| 2x Teen Siblings and 1x Cousin (Any gender, 11–18 years) Looking for 2 teen siblings (of Umar) and a cousin, all in their teens. Confident in an ensemble cast with strong comedic skills. Callbacks & fitting fees – £50 each. BSF – £190 BSF Buyout – £1.5k each |
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✓ You’re a fully registered member of TV Twins with a live profile.
✓ You’ve not appeared in competitive advertising within the last two years.
✓ You’re legally entitled to work in the UK with relevant documents and paperwork in place.
✓ You’re available on the dates specified and can get yourself to the casting venue.
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Tesco Eid ‘Food Love Stories’ (Commercial)
