MGM’s Aretha Franklin biopic ‘Respect‘ starring Jennifer Hudson is now casting singers in New York City.
Casting directors are now casting actors, models, and talent to work on scenes filming on the new Aretha Franklin biopic ‘Respect’ in Atlanta, Georgia.
Producers are seeking the following types:
- Calling all choir members/ REAL singers/GOSPEL SINGERS
About RESPECT:
Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans, Audra McDonald and Mary J. Blige will star in the upcoming MGM Aretha Franklin biopic with Jennifer Hudson playing the legendary singer.
“Respect” will open in theaters on Aug. 14, 2020. Scott Bernstein and Harvey Mason Jr., who has produced music for both Aretha Franklin and Jennifer Hudson, are producing the film.
How to apply:
FEATURE FILM “RESPECT”
Queen of Soul aka “QOS”
READY! SET! SING!
Calling all choir members/ REAL singers/GOSPEL SINGERS
?VIDEO SUBMISSIONS ONLY!
Our music supervisor is integrating BG TALENT with our 1950’s GOSPEL CHOIR in the feature film!
You must send in a video of you singing a gospel song up to 1 minute…
Selected individuals will meet with the choir and music supervisor of “RESPECT” on….
Date: WED 11/27/19
TIME: TBD
RATE: $140/12
Speak Ability: TBD
FILMING DATES:
THURSDAY DEC 5th and FRIDAY DEC 6th
Location: Atlanta, Ga
EMAIL: [email protected]
Subject Line: MALE SINGER
SUBJECT LINE: Female singer
DO NOT DOUBLE BOOK YOURSELF! CHECK YOUR CALENDAR
This is the 1950s through the 1960s era.
No wigs, no locks, no dreads, no braids.
No ear gauges, no acrylic nails, no false lashes,
Men should be clean-shaven or willing to shave!
If not, we are asking kindly that you DO NOT SUBMIT PLEASE!
Email:
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?EMAIL YOUR VIDEO or load your video to YouTube and send link!
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List your distance to Atlanta, Ga area
EMAIL: [email protected]
Subject Line: MALE SINGER
SUBJECT LINE: Female singer
Production does not pay for housing or travel. Seeking individuals local to or in the surrounding area of Atlanta Georgia.
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Please do not apply, if you are not local or if you do not fit the description.
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