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Audition Clips Reveal The Daily Show’s Sharp Evolution
entertainment12 days ago

Audition Clips Reveal The Daily Show’s Sharp Evolution

The Daily Show marked its 30th anniversary by releasing a montage of past and current correspondent audition tapes, highlighting standout moments like Ronny Chieng delivering an eight-word quip about social media and politics, and Josh Johnson directly dissing Jon Stewart to his face during an audition, with Trevor Noah hosting the reveal and alumni such as John Oliver, Desi Lydic, Michael Che and others also featured to celebrate the show’s witty, evolving history.

via HuffPost|
#auditions#daily-show#entertainment
Audition Season for the Supreme Court: Conservatives Push Bold Opinions Ahead of Possible Vacancy
politics2 months ago

Audition Season for the Supreme Court: Conservatives Push Bold Opinions Ahead of Possible Vacancy

As speculation swirls about a potential Supreme Court vacancy, a cohort of conservative judges is drawing attention with bold, sometimes controversial opinions that critics see as auditions for a Trump‑era nomination. The piece notes Justice Alito as a possible retiree; it highlights dissenters like Ninth Circuit’s Lawrence VanDyke and Fifth Circuit’s Andrew Oldham, whose rhetoric and strategic moves have sparked debate about whether judges are courting the White House. Experts say post-2017 Senate rules lowering the bar for confirming nominees intensify the incentive to signal loyalty and prominence, even when no vacancy is imminent.

via The Washington Post|
#auditions#conservative-judges#judiciary
Auditions Open as Casting Begins for the Next James Bond
entertainment3 months ago

Auditions Open as Casting Begins for the Next James Bond

Amazon MGM Studios has officially kicked off the search for the next James Bond, with auditions reportedly underway and no lead or release date announced; Denis Villeneuve will direct the next film, Steven Knight will write, and Nina Gold is leading the casting. Several actors, including Callum Turner, Jacob Elordi, Harris Dickinson, Henry Cavill, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Theo James, are among frontrunners.

via BBC|
#amazon-mgm-studios#auditions#casting
Baywatch Reboot Open Casting Draws Thousands, Spotlighting Hollywood’s Next Stars
entertainment6 months ago

Baywatch Reboot Open Casting Draws Thousands, Spotlighting Hollywood’s Next Stars

Fox and Fremantle’s Baywatch reboot drew over 2,000 hopefuls to a Marina del Rey open casting, with more than 14,000 headshots and résumés submitted as producers search for a diverse cast for the first season. Led by casting chief Brittainy Roberts and showrunner Matt Nix, the event emphasized authenticity and potential star-making opportunities, with shooting slated to begin in March on Venice Beach and the Fox lot, and actor Stephen Amell lined up as the series lead.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#auditions#baywatch#casting
2,000 Hopefuls Turn Venice Beach Into Baywatch Casting Ground
entertainment6 months ago

2,000 Hopefuls Turn Venice Beach Into Baywatch Casting Ground

Fox’s Baywatch reboot opened with a wide, promotional casting call in Los Angeles that drew 14,000 submissions and invited 2,000 hopefuls—ranging from actors and influencers to moms and even a clown in white face—to audition for lifeguard and other roles. Showrunner Matt Nix and director McG (who will helm the pilot) say the tone won’t be campy and will honor the original, with filming set for Venice Beach this March aided by a California tax credit. The process unfolds behind a guarded holding area with multiple rounds as producers scout for the next Baywatch star among a diverse pool of applicants.

via Variety|
#auditions#baywatch#casting
Audition Tips for Universal Kids Resort's Frisco Theme Park
entertainment7 months ago

Audition Tips for Universal Kids Resort's Frisco Theme Park

Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas, is hiring performers for its opening season, with auditions scheduled for February 13-14 at the Frisco Performing Arts Center. They seek energetic dancers, costume characters, live performers, puppeteers, and character actors, with specific requirements and roles. Performers should prepare a résumé and headshot, and some roles require submitting a self-tape. The park is set to open this summer.

via NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth|
#auditions#entertainment#frisco
Highlights from America's Got Talent 2025: Golden Buzzer, New Acts, and Memorable Performances
entertainment1 year ago

Highlights from America's Got Talent 2025: Golden Buzzer, New Acts, and Memorable Performances

Charity Lockhart, a 49-year-old singer with a compelling backstory of overcoming homelessness, auditioned on AGT Season 20. After a rocky start with Simon Cowell, she impressed the judges with her cover of 'Golden Slumber,' earning a Golden Buzzer from Mel B. Her story and performance resonated deeply, showcasing her talent and resilience.

via TVLine|
#americas-got-talent#auditions#charity-lockhart