*****UPDATE - WRESTLERS, REFEREES, COACHES NEEDED FOR MOVIE FILMING IN PITTSBURGH*****

Bennett Miller, Oscar nominated Director of “Moneyball,” is in town casting a movie about Olympic Gold Medalist wrestlers, Dave and Mark Schultz.

To ensure an authentic depiction of the sport and community we want to cast as many REAL wrestlers, coaches, referees, trainers, scorekeepers, and committee members as possible.  Wrestling choreography and consulting will be provided by John Giura (2 time World Cup Champion, 3 time NCAA All-American), and Jesse Jantzen, (Collegiate National Champion and 4 time state champion).

Auditions for these positions will be held on September 15.  

This casting session will not just be for extras. There will be the opportunity to be upgraded to speaking roles (e.g. Coaches, wrestlers, wrestling officials, U.S. & Intl. referees etc.). Casting opportunities for general extras, and all other wrestling related staff, and fans of wrestling are also being sought at this time.  Everyone who wants to participate in the movie in any capacity (wrestler,general/featured extra, stand-in, photo doubles) MUST register as talent on the Collective Casting Group talent database. You only have to initially register once.  Be sure to include your availability for 12 hour filming days (day/night) during the week, and please include any related accomplishments/awards you have earned.  

ONCE YOU REGISTER, you will be notified on Thursday/Friday with what time we will need you at the audition.  For other questions, contact WrestlingExtras@gmail.com.

TO REGISTER GO TO:
https://collectivecastinggroup.agencyprosoftware.com/application/WrestlingExtras/"

AGAIN – you MUST be registered in our talent database to be considered for the audition.  

Filming Dates: October 15, 2012 – January 2013

Holiday Breaks: November 22-23, 2012 and December 22-January 3, 2013

Auditions:  SEPTEMBER 15, 2012 (must register to get times).
Where: Canon McMillan High School, Canonsburg PA
Ages: 12 – 65 (Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)

Below are specific needs we have and the approximate days that  would be required for each position (subject to change).  If you are unavailable for the time commitment required for the role/s, please let us know and you will be considered for other positions that may fit your availability.  Filming will take place in and around Pittsburgh.  All positions are paid (for current competing high school and collegiate athletes, contributions will be made to e.g. school/wrestling club).

JUNIOR HIGH / HIGH SCHOOL 1-2 days
10 wrestlers (various weights)

COLLEGIATE / WEIGHT CLASS 4-6 days
1 wrestler - 118 lbs.
1 wrestler - 126 lbs
1 wrestler - 134 lbs.
2 wrestlers - 142 lbs.
2 wrestlers - 150 lbs.
2 wrestlers - 158 lbs.
2 wrestlers - 167 lbs.
1 wrestler - 177 lbs.
1 wrestler - 190 lbs.
2 - heavyweight (200 – 275 lbs.)

US OPEN DIVISION / Weight Class 5-9 days
2 wrestlers - 48 KG (105 lbs.)
2 wrestlers - 52 KG (114 lbs.)
2 wrestlers - 57 KG (125 lbs.)
2 wrestlers - 62 KG (136 lbs.)
4 wrestlers - 68 KG (149 lbs.)
4 wrestlers - 74 KG (163 lbs.)
4 wrestlers - 82 KG (180 lbs.)
2 wrestlers - 90 KG (198 lbs.)
2 wrestlers -100 KG (220 lbs)
2 wrestlers – Heavyweight (limit 286 lbs.)

WORLD AND OLYMPIC / Weight Class (Types: Asian, Eastern European, Middle Eastern, European, American, African)  3-4 days
2 wrestlers - 57 KG (125 lbs.)
2 wrestlers - 62 KG (136 lbs.)
2 wrestlers - 68 KG (149 lbs.)
4 wrestlers - 74 KG (163 lbs.)
6 wrestlers - 82 KG (180 lbs.)
2 wrestlers - 90 KG (198 lbs.)

Masters Division (50 – 60 Years Old) 2 days 
1 wrestler - 68 KG (149 lbs.)

MMA (Eastern European) 2days
1 fighter - Heavyweight (200-250 lbs.)

USA WORLD TEAM WRESTLING STAND-INS FOR TRAINING 20 days (weekdays and weekends)
1 wrestler - 74 KG (163 lbs.)
1 wrestler - 82 KG (180 lbs.)

OTHER PARTS
1 Athletic Director *speaking 1 day
1 USA Governing Body Head *speaking 2 days
3 USA Governing Body Associates (1 day)
8 USA Wrestlers (not wrestling) (10 days)
4 USA Club Coaches 2 coaches (6 days) 2 coaches (10 days)
6 US Referees 4 referees (6 days) 2 referees (10 days)
6 International Referees (6 days)
3 Trainers (2 days)
3 Doctors (2 days)
3 International Governing Body Officials (2 days)
6 International Coaches (Asian, Eastern European, Middle Eastern, European, American) (6 days)

BASIC INFORMATION ON THE AUDITION

Auditions:  SEPTEMBER 15, 2012
Where: Canon McMillan High School, Canonsburg PA
Ages: 12 – 65 (Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)