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"Strangers in the Night" Film Seeks Child Actors

Petersburg, VA, United States
ID: 598178Exp: 1/31/2026
$125/day
Description:

Looking to cast kids for the "Strangers in the Night" film. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Written by Eric Carlson and directed/produced by Michael C. Ivey, Stranger in the Night is a short film originating from the Virginia Screenwriters Forum. The story takes place in a 1930s sharecropper’s cabin in Appalachia, where a family’s meal is interrupted with a knock at the door by an unexpected guest on Christmas night. The screenplay is based on the biblical story of the Magi. Rate: Pay is $125/day. Additionla info: SAG actors accepted. Please indicate your status in the email subject line. Siblings are encouraged to apply. Minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian during production days and pre-production calls. LOCATION Primarily shot in a studio in downtown Petersburg, Va. One short, night exterior scene will be filmed with the Father and Stranger at a location TBD. When applying, please send: Send resume and recent headshot Physical dimensions and clothing sizes Film reel a plus, but BTS/promo photos may be provided as a backup

3 roles

Son #1Male10-12 y.o.African-American

Responsible.

Son #2Male8-10 y.o.African-American

Playful but obedient.

DaughterFemale5-8 y.o.African-American

With the world ahead of her, marvels at the Stranger’s ghostly appearance but is later overwhelmed by his charm.