Types of Casting Calls
| Description: This quiz will test your knowledge of the different types of casting calls used in the entertainment industry. | |
| Number of Questions: 15 | |
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| Tags: casting film television theater |
What is a cattle call?
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A casting call where actors are seen in large groups
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A casting call for a specific role in a production
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A casting call for a specific type of actor
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A casting call for a specific project
A cattle call is a type of casting call where actors are seen in large groups, often with little or no preparation. This type of casting call is typically used for large-scale productions, such as films or television shows, where a large number of actors are needed.
What is a general audition?
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A casting call for a specific role in a production
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A casting call for a specific type of actor
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A casting call for a specific project
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A casting call where actors are seen in large groups
A general audition is a type of casting call where actors are seen for a specific type of role, such as a leading role, a supporting role, or a character actor. This type of casting call is typically used for smaller-scale productions, such as short films or independent films.
What is a targeted audition?
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A casting call for a specific role in a production
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A casting call for a specific type of actor
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A casting call for a specific project
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A casting call where actors are seen in large groups
A targeted audition is a type of casting call where actors are seen for a specific role in a production. This type of casting call is typically used when the casting director has a specific actor in mind for the role.
What is a callback?
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A second audition for a specific role in a production
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A third audition for a specific role in a production
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A fourth audition for a specific role in a production
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A fifth audition for a specific role in a production
A callback is a type of casting call where actors are seen a second time for a specific role in a production. This type of casting call is typically used when the casting director wants to see the actors again before making a final decision.
What is a screen test?
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A test where actors are filmed reading lines from a script
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A test where actors are filmed performing a scene from a script
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A test where actors are filmed improvising a scene
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A test where actors are filmed doing a dance routine
A screen test is a type of casting call where actors are filmed performing a scene from a script. This type of casting call is typically used when the casting director wants to see how the actors look and sound on camera.
What is a chemistry read?
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A test where actors are filmed reading lines from a script together
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A test where actors are filmed performing a scene from a script together
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A test where actors are filmed improvising a scene together
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A test where actors are filmed doing a dance routine together
A chemistry read is a type of casting call where actors are filmed performing a scene from a script together. This type of casting call is typically used to see how the actors work together on camera.
What is a table read?
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A test where actors are filmed reading lines from a script around a table
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A test where actors are filmed performing a scene from a script around a table
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A test where actors are filmed improvising a scene around a table
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A test where actors are filmed doing a dance routine around a table
A table read is a type of casting call where actors are filmed reading lines from a script around a table. This type of casting call is typically used to see how the actors read the lines and interact with each other.
What is a workshop?
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A test where actors are filmed rehearsing a scene from a script
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A test where actors are filmed performing a scene from a script
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A test where actors are filmed improvising a scene
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A test where actors are filmed doing a dance routine
A workshop is a type of casting call where actors are filmed rehearsing a scene from a script. This type of casting call is typically used to see how the actors work together and how they interpret the material.
What is a self-tape?
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A video recording of an actor performing a scene from a script
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A video recording of an actor reading lines from a script
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A video recording of an actor improvising a scene
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A video recording of an actor doing a dance routine
A self-tape is a type of casting call where actors submit a video recording of themselves performing a scene from a script. This type of casting call is typically used when the casting director is unable to see the actors in person.
What is a headshot?
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A photograph of an actor's head and shoulders
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A photograph of an actor's full body
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A photograph of an actor in costume
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A photograph of an actor in character
A headshot is a type of casting call where actors submit a photograph of their head and shoulders. This type of casting call is typically used to see the actors' faces and expressions.
What is a resume?
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A document that lists an actor's work experience
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A document that lists an actor's education and training
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A document that lists an actor's skills and abilities
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A document that lists an actor's awards and nominations
A resume is a type of casting call where actors submit a document that lists their work experience. This type of casting call is typically used to see the actors' past roles and credits.
What is a cover letter?
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A letter that introduces an actor to a casting director
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A letter that explains why an actor is interested in a particular role
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A letter that lists an actor's work experience
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A letter that lists an actor's education and training
A cover letter is a type of casting call where actors submit a letter that introduces themselves to a casting director. This type of casting call is typically used to express the actors' interest in a particular role.
What is a callback?
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A second audition for a specific role in a production
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A third audition for a specific role in a production
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A fourth audition for a specific role in a production
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A fifth audition for a specific role in a production
A callback is a type of casting call where actors are seen a second time for a specific role in a production. This type of casting call is typically used when the casting director wants to see the actors again before making a final decision.
What is a final callback?
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A third audition for a specific role in a production
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A fourth audition for a specific role in a production
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A fifth audition for a specific role in a production
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A sixth audition for a specific role in a production
A final callback is a type of casting call where actors are seen a third time for a specific role in a production. This type of casting call is typically used when the casting director is trying to make a final decision between two or more actors.
What is a booking?
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When an actor is hired for a role in a production
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When an actor is offered a role in a production
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When an actor is accepted into a training program
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When an actor is awarded a scholarship
A booking is a type of casting call where an actor is hired for a role in a production. This type of casting call is typically the final step in the casting process.