CASTING AT PERFORM AUSTRALIA
Perform Australia has been involved in casting for many years - reason being, we have access to a wide range of trained actors from our many programs and many years of training.
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Whether you are looking for children or adults for your next project, Perform Australia may be able to help. We provide paid services for casting projects such as:​
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Casting lead and feature roles for movies and films, especially in Canberra and surrounds
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Casting extras for small and large projects, especially in Canberra and surrounds
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Casting for role play work for educational purposes
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Casting for forum theatre and other community projects
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Industry rates for casting vary depending on the type of project. Please complete our casting request form so we can provide a quote.
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Requests to distribute casting calls - advertising fee
As well as undertaking casting projects, we can also distribute casting calls from industry to our databases. Please note that due to the high volume of distribution requests we receive, this takes time for our administrative staff to manage. There is a $35 advertising fee to include a casting call in an e-newsletter to our databases. If you would us to advertise your casting call, please click through here. ​
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A note on student films
We do not provide professional casting services for student films. However, if you have a casting call for a student film that you would like distributed to our students, we may be able to distribute it for you. A fee of $10 is charged for this service, as it takes considerable time for our administrative staff to manage the high volume of student requests we receive each year. If you would like us to advertise a casting call to our database, please complete this form and payment here.
More on casting around Australia
While Sydney, Melbourne and the Gold Coast have long been considered hubs for the screen industry, hosting major productions and auditions, other places like Canberra now provide everything from natural beauty to cityscapes for major screen projects. In recent years we've seen some great film and projects come to Canberra, including The Code, Blacklight with Liam Neeson, Austin, Secret City and Total Control.
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Casting in Australia reflects the country’s vibrant and diverse performing arts industry. From blockbuster films and hit TV series to independent theatre and commercial musial theatre productions, casting directors seek talent that embodies the multicultural and dynamic essence of our nation.
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While we now lay claim to many globally recognised actors, like Cate Blanchett, Hugh Jackman, Margot Robbie, and Chris Hemsworth, it's still true that many locally-based independent films become award-winning cult classics. Moreover, with Australia’s rich Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, casting has also seen a growing focus on inclusivity and representation, showcasing the voices and stories of First Nations peoples.
​Emerging talent benefits from Australia’s supportive creative community, with drama schools like Perform Australia producing highly skilled graduates. Casting in Australia continues to evolve, embracing innovation while celebrating the country’s unique cultural identity and storytelling traditions. Contact Perform Australia today about your casting needs.