Casting Call
MISSED AUDITIONS? NO WORRIES...
Experience is great, but not required if you can follow directions. If you "need" accompaniment to perform a song or dance, please use your own CD and player. Also, if you have a headshot please send it via email or bring it with you when you audition.
Please check back periodically for audition updates regarding dates, times, and location.
AUDITIONS
GENRE: DRAMA - Memorized Monologues are required. Come take the stage and show us what you're working with (no experience needed). If you would like to sing or dance, please bring your own Music (CD) and player. Auditions are recorded. We are casting 14 roles for the stage play entitled 'Collateral Damage'.Read More
- Date: 05/10/2024 10:00 AM
- Location: 801 North 4th Street, Killeen, TX, USA (Map)
- More Info: Building B
Past Events
| Title | Date | Day | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| KILLEEN AUDITIONS 'COLLATERAL DAMAGE' | 20 Jul 2024 | Saturday | SPACE CREATE INTERACTIVE STUDIOS, 207 West Avenue D, Killeen, TX, USA |
LEARN HOW TO AUDITION DURING MOCK AUDITONS
Come prepared for your recorded audition with 1-2 memorized monologues to be seen by family, friends, and others on our website, YouTube, and Cable TV (10, 11, 16) and we will get you prepared for your REAL audition to cast in our next production.
Watch for updates on date, synopsis, and cast of characters (14).
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING ONLINE AUDITIONS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE!
COLLATERAL DAMAGE (2025)
Central Texas (CTX)
F.A.Q.
What is an Audition?
What Should I Know About Auditions?
STAGE MILK | How to Learn Lines (Quick):
https://youtu.be/gY-kRz62yFE
THE ACTORS ACADEMY | Acting Advice Video
https://youtu.be/WUzKuDLwp7w
- Other Things to Note -
GOLDEN RULE (in a scene or monologue):
Effect the other actor (or reader); make them the focus
- Know your lines (fully memorized)
- Be Confident; not arrogant
- Create a character that you are proud of
- Have the ability to take direction
MORE HELPFUL VIDEOS:
✅How to Become an Actor in Film and TV: https://youtu.be/krHWL0Frk80
✅ 10 Commandments of Self Taping: https://youtu.be/ghFZgmFA3a0
✅ 7 Ways to Memorize Lines FAST: https://youtu.be/NrYXbl5toDU
✅ What to Wear to an Audition: https://youtu.be/1FYADI0rSCc
✅ Should You Move to Atlanta for Acting: https://youtu.be/_IIRBuUvwIU
What is a Monologue?
The opposite of that is a dialogue - two people that talk back and forth.
MONOLOGUE: SAVE YOUR SORRY (from COLORED GIRLS)
https://youtu.be/BKbU-J1QAzc
MONOLOGUE: PEOPLE, PLACES, THINGS (from Duncan Macmillan)
https://youtu.be/g7QUWdc-7SA
MONOLOGUE: GOOD ENOUGH (from Adetola films casting call script)
https://youtu.be/zF1MkWiay7Q
TIPS FOR BEGINNERS:
https://youtu.be/1aprTgLiTeI
Note: Monologues should be no longer than 1 min; 30 sec long. Likewise, your monologues should be fully memorized! Finally, it is a good idea to have two monologues of opposite genres (e.g. Comedy, Contemporary, and/or classical) in case the casting crew would like to see range.
Where Can I Find Monologues?
Will the Audition Be Recorded?
Auditions that are recorded will depend on location. For instance, if auditions are held in Austin, TX they will be recorded in a studio. If they are held at another location they may, or may not be recorded.
If recorded it will be posted on YouTube @sherrywrightseedsforyou, and aired on local cable TV stations in Central Texas.
Channels: 10, 11, & 16
Do I Need a Professional Headshot
If you do not have a professional headshot, be selective in what you choose to use for the production. Meaning, use the best presentation of yourself that you can find. Likewise, it is helpful to the casting crew as it helps them remember who you are during the selection process.
If you find the experience in the "arts" to be something that you would like to advance in, work on getting a professional photo for future productions.
Note: Feel free to purchase photos from our photographer for future use (if interested).
Can I Email A Self-Tape of my Audition?
All self-tapes are due by the 9:59 p.m. on the night of the live audition.
EMAIL INFORMATION (to be sent to entire casting crew):
Name of the Production:
Date:
Time:
Role of:
TAPING INSTRUCTIONS (Acting Career Center)
- Tape in a non-distracting area, use good lighting with a reader (off-camera)
- If using your phone shoot horizontally (landscape)
- Include a full body slate at the END (portrait)
- Scenes + slates should be included in the same file
- Files should be named as follows: Firstname.Lastname.Role.Production.Name.Agency (if any)
SELF TAPE TIPS VIDEO:
https://youtu.be/0xAA6JwUh8Y
What is a Slate?
Slates are mainly used for informational purposes. No need to stress over them. To slate an audition for SRD HOLYWOOD PRODUCTIONS, please provide the following:
IN-PERSON:
(Please slate)
- Your Name
- Name of the Monologue & where it is from (i.e. Friends, How to Get Away With Murder)
- Agency (if any)
IN SELF-TAPES:
- Your Name
- Your Height
- The Role (auditioning for)
- Your Location (e.g. Killeen, Georgetown, Austin etc.)
- Medium Close-up Shot
- Full Body Shot
- Profile Shot (left-side; right-side)
- Clean Backgrounds; good lighting
- Agency (if any)
BREAKOUT STAR ACADEMY | HOW TO SLATE AN AUDITION:
https://youtu.be/Ox-861o09K4
What is the Turn-around Time for Casting?
Note: If you have great stage presence and delivery you may receive an on-the-spot appointment card to return for a callback.
What is a Callback?
SRD HOLYWOOD PRODUCTIONS uses callbacks for "Chemistry Reads" or "Mix & Matches" to see who has good chemistry; who fits - what girl and guy have the most chemistry with each other. Your chance to convince them that you can be trusted with that character role. It's Decision Time!
If I am NOT Cast, Can I Assist in Other Areas?
If you are not cast for a role, or as an understudy you can become a prop assistant, stage manager, usher, or participate as stage hands.
Tip:
It is a good idea to become a part of the production in other areas because it affords you the opportunity to learn from behind-the-scenes.
This could increase your chance to be cast in future productions.
Compensation
EXAMPLE: How your ticket sales work::
When you sale (or a purchase is made under your name) on a $35.00 ticket you will earn an additional $15.00 from each ticket sold to your credit. This can go up based on how many tickets are sold to your credit.
ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION:
- FREE training to act/sing/dance
- FREE platform to cultivate your gift
- FREE platform to grow your audience/following
- FREE platform to learn disciplined work ethics
- FREE opportunity to work with new and like-minded talent
- FREE resume building
- FREE show photos; video clips; advertisement
- FREE social media shoutouts
- FREE opportunity to minister, inspire, encourage, and bring awareness to audience viewers
- Community/volunteer hours for students
Introducing SRD
We love what we do
We build stronger families and communities through the arts.
We're SRD!
SRD is the acronym for Sherry, Ronda, & Diamond
About the Founder
I am the proud mother of two adult daughters, and Nana to five extraordinary grand-loves.
Educationally, I have an Associate of Applied Science degree from a junior college and hold a Bachelor of Arts degree from Saint Louis University, a Jesuit institution that offers top-notch education to nearly 13,000 students. Ministerially, I am a licensed and ordained minister in the office of an Evangelist. I am a former Chaplain of Barnes Jewish Hospital (Largest hospital in Missouri). I am also a graduate of Bethesda Temple Bible Institute (Missouri), and Sonship School of the Firstborn (Texas).
As a writer, I am a former blogger of Saint Louis University where I expressed my views on a myriad of topics. Likewise, I was featured in the University Magazine for untraditional students descriptively known as "Busy Adults". As an avid writer, I am a Theatre Practitioner of full-length stage plays.
If you read our ABOUT SRD page you know that I penned my debut production "Single Wives" in 2002 and mounted it for the stage for its premiere performance in 2003, which set the wheels to rolling for my other works that afforded my cast of "Circle of Influence" and me the opportunity to grow and experience the opportunity to travel and meet celebrities in Atlanta, GA.
Additionally, you know that my film work "Wear Black" and "Matters of the Heart" was written and directed for BET (Black Entertainment Television) competitions. My theatre and film work speaks to real life situations such as abortion, infidelity, addictions, domestic violence, and so much more. While some subject matters are of a serious nature we offer quality productions that are suitable for all audiences.
My proudest memories remind me of the opportunity to travel from St. Louis to Atlanta for the stage reading of my play entitled, "Circle of Influence". Meeting Hollywood celebrities like T'Keyah Crystal Keymah from "Cosby" & "That's So Raven", Janet Hubert from "Fresh Prince", Dick Gregory, Melba Moore, and Theatre Legend Pearl Cleage will not soon be forgotten. We had no idea what to expect, but the coveted experience to go.
My experiences as a writer has been kind to me and inspired me to rise to the next level of my craft. Even though the pandemic delayed the process it was never forgotten or cancelled. In actuality, the pandemic proved to be a historical portal for this new beginning. This created the perfect time to execute plans and carry out the legwork necessary to bring my vision to fruition.
SRD HOLYWOOD PRODUCTIONS, LLC is designed to make a difference in the lives of others as a talent or viewer. Further, as a contributing writer of a published book entitled "Lessons for Living – Heroes of Faith" I am interested to begin blogging again as a freelance writer. If it is to be it will afford me the opportunity to refine and perfect my gift as a writer. The ultimate goal is to receive compensation for doing something I enjoy. This, of course, will be reserved for moments called "spare time".
Well that's my time folks, I have to get back to business so I will catch up with you on my YouTube channel @sherrywrightseedsforyou.
Final note, be sure to watch for our "recorded" auditions where you can audition for a chance to be cast in one of our productions, or watch them on YouTube and/or Cable TV.
See you there!
ABOUT SRD
Ms. Sherry, as commonly known by her theatre friends has appeared in several magazines, and even made Newspaper headlines with her plays "Unpleasant Excitement" and "Circle of Influence". As an added perk, "Circle of Influence" was selected by the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival for a stage reading in Atlanta, GA. This amazingly great honor afforded the cast and Ms. Sherry the opportunity to travel to Atlanta, stay in hotels, and meet Hollywood celebrities such as: T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh from "Cosby" & "That's So Raven", Janet Hubert from "Fresh Prince", Dick Gregory, Melba Moore, and Theatre Legend, Pearl Cleage, an African-American playwright.
While that great honor was most inspiring, her first great honor happened during rehearsal for her play entitled "Unpleasant Excitement". Unbeknownst to her Jason Bailey, a Staff Writer for The Saint Louis Argus Newspaper walked in to do an exclusive interview with her. The half-page story of her new found success as a community playwright appeared in the next issue of that paper. This accomplishment encouraged her to continue her dream as a playwright.
As a self-taught theatre practitioner, Ms. Sherry has experienced good success with her work and continued to build on that success with all of her work such as: Single Wives, Dancing on the Edge, Unpleasant Excitement, Color of Rain, Have I Become Your Enemy, STILL, and two short films: Matters of the Heart and Wear Black.
Audience viewers have witnessed her work in various venues and states such as: Harris-Stowe State University (St. Louis, MO), Missouri Black History Museum (St. Louis, MO), Southern Illinois University (Edwardsville, IL) Southwestern Illinois College (Belleville, IL), and University of Missouri-St. Louis (Missouri) to name a few. Aside from experiencing good success, SRD has also experienced its share of challenges causing her to take unplanned hiatus' beginning with the loss of her two parents (Willie and Mary Wright) to cancer.
Following her loss, it took many years to regain her motivation. As life would have it, she later relocated to Central Texas in 2018 and planned to return to her position as a Theatre Practitioner. Unfortunately, that plan along with the rest of the world was placed on "pause" after being hit with the untimely interruption of a pandemic coined as COVID 19.
As a Licensed and Ordained Evangelist, she leaves nothing to coincidence, but rather believes that everything happens just as and when it should.
ALL NEW!
Fast-forwarding to 2023, Ms. Sherry and her team are returning to the arts in theatre and film bigger, and better than ever before. Realizing that her latter is greater than her former days, SRD is returning under its new name "SRD HoLywood Productions, LLC" in a new state and is ready to change the trajectory of lives with its positive and inspirational productions.
SRD is very intentional about creating stronger families and communities. Its presentation on real life, controversial and emotionally-draining situations often show how faith is challenged when life happens. The power of using the reality of life's moral hazards played out on stage culminates a true demonstration of the Centerpiece of Love, which ultimately and positively affect lives both on and off the stage.
SRD is branding itself in advance for its debut performance that is set to premiere in the 1st quarter of 2025. SRD HoLywood Productions, LLC can be found in the 2023 February/March (page 47) and August/September (page 56) issues of the Tex Appeal Magazine with a distribution of 30,000 copies in print in Central Texas (CTX). You can pick up a copy in Wal-Mart and HEB in the Temple, Belton, Harker Heights, and Killeen areas. To create more visibility SRD expects to make other headline appearances in the future before its premiere show.
Local talent can expect information to circulate regarding Auditions for an opportunity to perform in one of the upcoming productions. With SRD, artists can expect to cultivate their gifts and grow personal audiences in the process.
To audition, artists should come prepared with a nice photo (if available), and 1-2 "memorized" monologues.
To learn more about "HOW TO" Audition visit the FAQ Section of our website.
Tentatively speaking, SRD expects to run Auditions in November & December 2024 for its first showing in TEXAS. The audition announcement and notice will list Character Names, Role Descriptions, Production Dates and Location(s).
UPCOMING & PAST EVENTS
Dr. Elizabeth Jennings, Founder & Executive CEO of "Remember You Matter" and "Boys Matter 2 Men" will be a guest on my next show. The Author, Coach, & Speaker will bring awareness to our communities about the powerful impact of the 2 organizations, specifically in the lives of boys who face challenges from absent fathers in the home.
Memorized monologues required. Come take the stage and show us what you're working with (no experience needed). If you would like to perform a song or dance bring your own music (CD) and player.
Memorized monologues required. Come take the stage and show us what you're working with (no experience needed). If you would like to perform a song or dance bring your own music (CD) and player.
Please note that this will be recorded for our website, YouTube and Cable TV (SUBJECT TO CHANGE). We will be casting 14 roles.
Mr. and Mrs. Boyce, parents of former NFL's Wide Receiver, Josh Boyce of New England Patriots and the Cleveland Browns discuss what's like to be the parents of a NFL player.
SRD leaders, Elonda L. Gatewood, Business Manager and LaJaqueline Wright-White, Director of Missions talk about the past, present, and future journey of SRD.
April Morrison, local filmmaker joins us on Seeds For You (YT talk show) to talk about her current filmmaking projects. She is shooting the film production in two locations: Atlanta and Texas.
Author Latonia Henderson will discuss her first book "God Only Knows". The Sonya Watkins Story speaks for every man, woman, and child. It will be interesting to hear how she unpacks the reality of those who live in violent relationships, homes, and even marriages. Sadly, these situations sometime lead to death, but faith is the unseen substance that is needed to trust and believe God for happy endings. With considerations to turn it into a movie, this book is packed with purpose and prayerfully rendered with hopes to help all of the Sonya's in the world (sold on Amazon.com). Be the first to comment on the show and get your copy of the book FREE!
As an interracial couple, Sheryll & Steve Keen have enjoyed 41-years of marital bliss. Together they share three children and one grand-love. They will openly share their experiences about racial barriers and the secrets to overcoming them with unconditional love that never fails. The two veterans also discuss the testing of their love when Sheryll suffered a health scare that proved the solidarity of their marriage.
Claude Xavier is a professional cosplayer, published model, up and coming voice actor, former pro-physique competitor, a veteran of the US Army, and father of three. His cosplay art has been featured in Comicbook.com, Cosplay Central, CBR, and The Pop Insider.
Host Sherry Wright interviews Apostle Jimmy L. Smith and Elect Lady Virginia Smith regarding a Divine Disruption of a violent storm that left their church flooded in thousands of dollars in damages. It has taken years of struggle to reach this point of repair and restoration. Nevertheless, they are currently in the process of rebuilding God's church. Despite the countless hours spent with contractors, hardships of going to court regarding stop work-orders amongst other things. Despite it all, they have kept the faith and received blessings one after the other such as: buying and paying off land and vans. To top it off, they were given a $3,000 baptism pool as a gift for FREE!
STILL is a story about the business of relationships and a happy-go-lucky couple who experience a major disappointment. When life happens it often comes without constraints and is a recipe for toxic behavior. Unexpected shifts in life can cause one to act out of character and display misplaced anger. Attacking friends and loved ones is a symptom of the pain suffered. Will those on the receiving end allow grace to abound and ignore opportunities to pass judgment?
STILL is a story about the business of relationships and a happy-go-lucky couple who experience a major disappointment. When life happens it often comes without constraints and is a recipe for toxic behavior. Unexpected shifts in life can cause one to act out of character and display misplaced anger. Attacking friends and loved ones is a symptom of the pain suffered. Will those on the receiving end allow grace to abound and ignore opportunities to pass judgment?
CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE was selected by the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival in Atlanta, GA for a stage reading. With great excitement, the cast and I traveled to Atlanta for the reading. This afforded the cast the opportunity to meet, greet, and take photos with celebrities. CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE is about a well-to-do couple working to do life separately after their recent divorce. The two share a high-school aged daughter and fail miserably as co-parents. Their daughter Reese is trying to adjust to the new norm but struggles with the divorce of her parents. In denial, Theresa is mourning the death of her marriage. However, she tries to mask her emotions by entering a new relationship with a former attorney unaware of the evil that lies within. Meanwhile, her daughter Reese feels neglected by her and uncomfortable with her new lover. The biggest problem with the divorce is that Theresa's new lover has a hidden motive and secret interest in the her daughter, an interest that Theresa chooses to ignore. Danger begins to mount, crash and burn.
THE COLOR OF RAIN is about a talented dancer whose career was destroyed after the death of his mother when he developed a drug addiction. A slave to his addition eventually led him down a dark hole after the debt of the streets dealt him a fatal blow. Lies and a failing relationship with his long-time girlfriend began to surface, but the benefit of a praying aunt is the saving grace that no one can afford to live without.
Historic Black College University - My first Magazine appearance happened with advertisement in "In Church Magazine."
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Your generous donations provide FREE training and experience to local talent. Further, your donations create opportunities that save "at-risk" youth. The positive feedback and support gained from this opportunity redirects behavior that builds confidence and discipline.
SRD is excited to help train our little ones and help them discover their gifts and talents. We teach them how to memorize lines and so much more. Help us give them a headstart in life that will not be soon forgotten.
TICKETS (THIS PAGE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION)
TRAILER | STILL Stage Play
FILM | Matters of the Heart
Woman Betrays Friendship When She Falls in Love With Her Best Friend's Husband
TRAILER | CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE
A story on family, divorce, separation and an absent parent leaves a trail of damaged people with hurtful experiences.
YOUTUBE | SEEDS FOR YOU-THE SHOW CABLE TV
This talk show is designed for YOU!
It provides YOU an opportunity to tell YOUR story. This means that YOU can be a special guest on the show. Come and tell us your story; share information about your business, a book that you authored, a love story, tips for life, success stories, or anything that you feel is worth sharing.
SEEDS FOR YOU is also designed to bring awareness about current events, world news, advertisement for local artist, entertainment, showcasing, developing testimonies and more importantly, spiritual guidance for those seeking a closer walk with God.
This is just the beginning for SRD & SEEDS FOR YOU so visit us regularly to learn more about what we have to offer.
Inbox Magazine Interviews Ms. Sherry & the Cast of STILL
VIDEO | SRD's past, present & Future Endeavors
INTERVIEW W/MICHAEL LOFTON
The Keen's talk Love & marriage | 42 YEAR'S STRONG
Interview with Apostle & Lady Smith
The leader's of "True Light House of Prayer" Talk About Divine Disruptions
Instead, Divine Disruptions are disruptive manifestations of God. They are faith-shaking life experiences and appropriately defined as "hardships". Without notice, they appear as an unexpected guest in the university of your mind. Once chosen, your faith is placed on trial and pushed to the limit. You have no choice but to ride the waves.
The unapproved journey is one that you must face head-on... no turning back - point, blank, period! All-in-all, you become an unwilling participant of change that develops and births a new norm for living.
To learn more, listen to this story on Divine Disruption expressed by Apostle Jimmy L. Smith and Elect Lady Virginia Smith of True Light House of Prayer where they discuss the rebuilding of their church after it was strategically destroyed by a violent storm that left the church flooded in thousands of dollars in damages.
Author, LaTonia Henderson Discusses her Book "God Only Knows"
CosPlayer - Claude Xavier
YouTube | @sherrywrightseedsforyou | The Show
APRIL MORRISON SPEAKS ON THE FILMING INDUSTRY
TEX APPEAL MAGAZINE | AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2023
Look for this cover (33,000 in print) in select Walmart and HEB stores in Temple, Belton, Harker Heights, and Killeen. There you will find SRD HoLywood Productions on Page 56 of this August/September 2023 issue.
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SRD was founded in 2005 under a different name and state and later relocated to Texas in 2018. An unplanned hiatus and unforgiving Pandemic paused its endeavor to resurrect the company in its new location. SRD provides pure entertainment for the entire family with a mission to build stronger families and communities. It provides local artists (near and far) a platform to cultivate their gifts and grow audiences. Remember the name because SRD HoLywood Productions is gearing up for its premiere performance in the summer, or fall of 2024. Be sure to watch for audition dates, times, and locations to become a part of one of its many productions, or short films.
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This issue of the Tex Appeal Magazine was found in select Walmart and HEB stores in Temple, Belton, Harker Heights, and Killeen. We are elated to be found on Page 47 of the 33,000 copies in print of the February/March 2023 issue.
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Find us at the top-right corner of Page 47 and learn more about what SRD is bringing to local audiences in the fall of 2024.
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Today in Church Magazine
"Unpleasant Excitement", a two-in-one play and fashion show production was advertised in the "Today in Church Magazine" in St. Louis, Missouri. This was the very first time my work was introduced to the public by way of a magazine.
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Today in Church Magazine Captured on FOX 2 News!
Fox 2 News captured a photo of Ronda and me flexing our appearance in the "Today in Church Magazine." Imagine that!
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St. Louis Argus Newspaper
Wow, this was the first article ever written on me. The interview took place during rehearsal for my play called "Unpleasant Excitement". There are other articles floating around out there and I hope to find and share later, but relocating has caused me to misplace them. We were actively in rehearsal when Jason Bailey, a Staff Writer for the St. Louis Argus Newspaper walked in to interview me. As a new playwright, I was blown away. Since I did not know he was coming I was not prepared to take a picture so we got this mugshot instead (lol). The article has a couple tiny errors and he forgot to mention my mother - nonetheless, I felt honored to have this experience. Overall, I was more than grateful for the recognition of my work.
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