Casting Child Actors for Aram Rappaport's "The Ithaca Files"
Seeking Young Actors 11-14 years old for Aram Rappaport's Major 6 Episode Limited Series "The Ithaca Files". Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Rate: ALL ROLES ARE PAID SAG-AFTRA NEW MEDIA SCALE. TRAVEL/HOUSING/TUTORING WILL BE COVERED. Additional info: Written & Directed by Aram Rappaport. SHOOT DATES: On/around October 15 - December 15, 2026 ROLE WORKS for approx. 6 weeks in Mystic, CT If interested, please email a recent photo, your age, contact info, and your base location.
4 roles
Working class. Exceptionally smart, observant, and quiet, Charlie views the world through a scientific, methodical lens. Think River Phoenix in "Stand By Me". He'll be a handsome man when he grows up. He's the emotional core of the group. SERIES LEAD
Ashkenazi Jewish. A natural-born leader. Bold, adventurous, and enthusiastic about mischief, Benny is always ready to jump headfirst into Charlie's wild ideas without needing much convincing. He brings high energy, humor, and swagger to the group, acting as the operational "hype man." SERIES LEAD
Highly anxious, vocal, and constantly terrified of getting into trouble or breaking rules. Despite his neuroses and tendency to get seasick or faint at the sight of dead things, he is deeply loyal to his friends. SERIES LEAD
She is stoic, highly capable, and protective of her friends, especially Charlie, whose emotional pain she sees right through. She serves as the grounded, practical anchor and Hermione Granger of the group. SERIES LEAD
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