Movies and TV shows casting in Asheville

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.

Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a list of projects casting right now in Asheville, nearby cities, and nationwide, and which roles they're looking to fill.

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'Numbskull'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Sonny (lead, 18-25)
--- Lacy (supporting, female, 18-30)
--- Vincent (supporting, male, 50-80)
- Average hourly rate: $25
- Casting locations: Asheville, North Carolina
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Lowball'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Max (lead, 25-35)
--- Ann (supporting, female, 20-35)
- Average hourly rate: $75
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Progeny,' Lead Roles - Nationwide Casting'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Emily Keith (lead, female, 20-35)
- Average hourly rate: $37
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Drama/Thriller Feature Film'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Toya (supporting, female, 15-40)
--- Donna (supporting, female, 18-35)
--- Daniel (supporting, 18-50)
- Average hourly rate: $12
- Casting locations: Atlanta, Georgia
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Pegged For Murder'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Maxwell (lead, male, 25-30)
--- Quinton (supporting, 25-30)
--- Juan (supporting, male, 25-30)
- Average hourly rate: $20
- Casting locations: Atlanta, Georgia
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Frosted Tips'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Salon Clients (background extra, 20-90)
--- Bris Guests (background extra, 30-90)
--- Hair Stylists (background extra, 25-60)
- Average hourly rate: $15
- Casting locations: Atlanta, Georgia
- Learn more about the short film here

This story was produced by Backstage and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.