Open casting call in Chicago, IL for FOX hit show “Empire”
Popular TV series “Empire” is in production and will be hosting an open casting call today in the Chicago area. The open call will be held at Rialto Square Theatre. Talent interested in getting cast in a small, paying role can come down to Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet between 11 AM and 4 PM to meet with casting directors. The show is looking for a variety of looks. See the casting notice below for the details. Also, 4 Star Casting is seeking Chicago area kids who can rap and teens 16 to 19 for a concert scene filming next week.
“Empire”, is now filming the second season. Lee Daniels and Danny Strong (“Lee Daniels’ The Butler”) are back together again and this time on a television series. The FOX series is described as a sexy and powerful drama about the inner workings of a Hip Hop record label that is helmed by an Lucious (Terrence Howard ), a man with a not so clean past. The family’s music empire will find itself in a power struggle over control when Lucius finds out that his health is deteriorating and he must now groom a successor. “Empire” also stars Taraji P. Henson, Bryshere Gray, Jussie Smollett and Gabourey Sidibe.
Interested talent can follow the below instructions to submit their info to the casting directors.
EMPIRE OPEN CALL:
Date: Thursday, 11/12/15
Time: 11:00AM to 4:00PM
Location: Rialto Square Theatre @ 102 N Chicago St, Joliet, IL 60432
Please bring a 4×6 photo of yourself, and on the back of the photo, clearly write your full name, age, height, weight, phone number, email address and zip code.
4 Star Casting is looking to NEW people to work as extras in the television show, which films through February of 2016
4 Star Casting is looking for the following: Males/Females, All Ethnicity and Ages 18 – 65
- People with a young, hip vibe, who are fashion forward
- People with clean cut, sharp, polished appearance
- People with hip hop/urban look
- People with severe/unique/fun hairstyles – funky colors are a plus
- People with severe/fierce/intimidating appearance – athletic or body builder a plus
- People with business looks with corporate attire
Illinois residents are preferred. You will need a valid photo ID to be considered for work.
Kids who rap
Are you a kid who can rap? Like amazing awesome freestyle rap?
We are looking for african american kids who are 8-12 years old and have some serious skills.
We want to see your video! Send it to extras4empire@gmail.com.
Put your name, phone number, height, weight and age in the body of the email. Attach a recent video of you showing your skills. It does not have to be professional, you can take it on your phone!
Pass this along to any kids you think have the talent!
Teens 16 to 19 for concert scene
CASTING CALL: EMPIRE!
LOCATIONS: CHICAGO & SUBURBS
DATES: 11/12 TO 11/23
NOTE: On Wednesday, 11/18, we have a concert scene with Jamal, Tiana and Laura, and we are looking for teens in the audience, ages 16 – 19, female/male, and any ethnicity. You must have transportation to Joliet.
To be considered, you MUST also send in a submission email to extras4empire@gmail.com with the following:
1) Subject Line: Empire Survey Photo 213
2) Name, age, height, weight, phone number, email address and zip code.
3) A recent photo of yourself in a jpeg format. No selfies. No sunglasses or hats. We need to see your face.
If we already contacted you about a booking, you do not need to fill out the survey for this episode.
Are you registered with us? If not, go to our website and follow the instructions to register with our company.
YOU MUST DO THIS BEFORE COMPLETING THE SURVEY.
If we do not have your registration, you CAN NOT be considered.
This serves as an availability check – not a booking. If we are able to book you, it will be on the project we chose based on your responses.
There are 3 steps involved in working on the show:
1. AVAILABILITY CHECK (OR COMPLETING SURVEY)
2. BOOKING EMAIL
3. CALL INFO
Talent interested in the above listed roles and who would like to be considered for other open spots must also fill out the availability form set up by the casting directors.
Hello, I am 23 years old. I am seeking to audition for Empire. I am a great musician, I sing and rap, I am very humble and I am a dominate lesbian. I am told I look like Hakiem everybody tells me to to audition even before the casting call. I feel like this whole show was for me and I am claiming this role. I have a Facebook page under Vineshia Stacks, there I have posted music that I have done myself. Thanks you for the consoderation.
Best regards,
Vineshia Miller
I’m a singer and I would love to hear some of your music.
I would bring so much to the table if given a chance on your show. One of the best shows I have ever watched in my entire life. I would add what you are looking for in what ever part you would choose to put me in.
I am a 17 year old male looking to start acting.
I am a 20 year old African american woman looking to be an extra. I have great talents and am ready for any and everything.
Hello, I am a 25 years old female who would be interested in working as an extra. I am African American, beautiful, sing, and I would love to be the best friend of Jamal aka Jussie Smollett, If needed.
Thanks,
Chiquita Cannon
I’m 20 years old and I’m multi-talented, believe me destined to make y’all richer.
This would be a new learning experience for me and help me from being so shy with other people. I’m new to acting.
With five years of experience in the Entertainment field and being an Extra, I am VERY INTERESTED in becoming part of FOX’S most powerful and popular series, ‘EMPIRE.’ I have always been told that I have the “Gift of Gab” along with a “Bubbly Personality.” I REALLY ENJOY watching the show and look forward to being pulled in by your unpredictable cast every Wednesday night. Playing any role will be a “GOOD FIT” for me because I adapt to any environment easily. I would LOVE to be a part of the FUN…TWISTED… DRAMA… & SURPRISES! Thanking you in advance for the opportunity and consideration for an acting/extra job with your network.
I am a 44 yr old African American male that always wanted to model or act….. I have no acting experience but truly have always had a dream to be something one day.
I wrote two songs and would love for my songs to be sang on Empire.
One song is for a male and the other song is for a female.
I would be honored to have your show and actors sing my songs.
thanks you
Jeanne
My name is Alfreda Collins. I am a non known christian comedian. I impersonate an 86 year old lady by the name of Ona Sims. She raps, sings, dances and makes you laugh.. I would like to audition for a part to play Cookies’s mean mean grandmother or great aunt. Man if I get the part, I got some words for Hakeem on how to respect his momma, sho do. Meanwhile you can tell I’m older than forty years old.. My eight year old grand daughter might have a part on the show Empire. I hope she makes it and me to.
I am very interested in being on the show. I can utilize my energy, my positive attitude and my up-and-coming acting career …review me on facebook for pics
STOP LOOKING, THE ROLE IS MINE EMPIRE, I am in the music industry, manager and promoter, actor. I have toured with stage plays as well as short films, directed music videos. I HAVE THE LOOK, THE SWAG. DIDDY COFFEE FACEBOOK I am also a TV TALK SHOW HOST. ON THE RISE TV.
Hi I’m a singer and songwriter from Philadelphia.
I am a great Actor and singer ready to perform. I am 19 years of age as of now; I am willing to start AsaP!
All my life all I ever wanted to do is be on a show that’s surrounded by people who love to act and sing. It is all I ever did since I was a little girl. My mama even called me Erica Kane sometimes but this could be my chance to show everyone that I’m not a screw up as everyone says I am. Please don’t over look my comment. Thanks and have a blessed day ,sincerely Day’Quaniti
EVERY RAPPER, SINGER, ACTOR, IN CHICAGO KNOW ME. THEY CALL ME BIG HUSTLE, I’M A BIG BOSS RICK ROSS TYPE GUY. 38, 5’7, Brown eyes, heavy built and Fly.
I’m 23 years old and I’m an Black American. Young and talented, can pass for a teen but personality is much older than your average 23 year old.
I would be honored to be a part of this talented cast. I have the looks, the sass, and the personality for this show. I love how the story illustrates family issues even if they are filthy rich. I also appreciate the show showing the lifestyle and behind the scenes of the “celebrity life”. I believe I am a great fit for this show! You WON’T regret it.
I am 25 years young.
My name is Jackie Robinson and I am interested in being and extra on the show “Empire”. I am a Chicago native and I still live here. I will work for free, I just want the opportunity to build a portfolio. I have an open schedule. Please contact me if there are any spots available for a 28 year old plus sized African American female. Please and thank you.
I LOVE THIS SHOW!
Especially Cookie!!!! Everyone is GREAT!
I am Melyssa Guzman, and I am seventeen years old. I am interested in working as an extra. I will be open to anything available or offered to me.
Hi I am a 28 yr old Hispanic female. I have acting experience in a webseries from NYC. Would like the opportunity to audition for your show. I memorize and adapt very quickly to roles. I have camera presence and my look is very different. I’m tall, I have curly hair and I could play adult role or a kid depending on dress and makeup which I do myself. Thank you for your time and hope to get an email soon.
Hello,
My name is Jessica. I am highly interested in being a part of a few of your extras. I have acting experience. I have also been in acting classes in the past. I am 25 years young. My body type figure is curvy and slender. I am a Guatemalen young woman. PLEASE! contact me if you are in need of ANY EXTRAS! Thanks.
I am a 37 yr. old African American who can pass for 20. I have been in plays and love to sing. I am very interested in being an extra on this show.
I’m 55 years young. I say that because age is a mindset. I always wanted to act, I have taken an acting class in Cleveland at Karamu, didn’t peruse it because I had to take care of my mother.
I am 20 looking to start ASAP!
Wanted to find out about the extras job.
I am a 20 year old female who would be interested in the extra. I am African American, beautiful, can be a Relative of Taraji. P. Henson if needed. Thank you and have a great day.