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Lynchburg – Casting call for student project – 9/17-9/25 – Unpaid

The film follows Gavin Pearson, a shy hearing impaired teen who struggles to make friends at his school. Through a series of misunderstandings, he encounters the kind-hearted Grace, a fellow student who listens to and learns about Gavin’s struggles to communicate.

CASTING DETAILS
-Male actor, 18-23 years old, for the role of GAVIN PEARSON, the protagonist and a hard of hearing teen. Preferred that candidates are part of either the DEAF or HARD OF HEARING communities. Open to first time actors!
-Male actor, 6-11 years old, for the role of YOUNG GAVIN. Must have parent/guardian’s permission to participate. Parent must be present on set.
-Male actor, 28-35 years old, for the role of TEACHER in the classroom.
-Background talent, ages 18-25, needed for students in the hallway, classroom, and gymnasium.

SHOOT DETAILS
-Shooting September 17-25th.
-Expect to spend 8-10 hours on set.
-This is an UNPAID opportunity. Snacks and meals provided on set!
-Please inquire about compensation for travel expenses.

This is a student production associated with Liberty University. Please contact [email protected] for a copy of the script and audition instructions.

 

***The Virginia Film Office is not affiliated with this project and it is up to the participants interested in this opportunity to vet the project and get more details directly from the filmmaker.***

08.08.25

Lori Russell

Casting