Welcome to our Casting Portal!
We’re thrilled to have you here and eager to see the talent you bring to our upcoming projects. We truly value the effort it takes to prepare an audition and appreciate your commitment to the craft.
The Selection Process Success in casting is about more than just a great performance—it is also about discipline and attention to detail. We encourage you to review all provided information thoroughly, as adherence to instructions is a key factor in our casting decisions.
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Active Casting & Submissions
If we are currently casting, you will find the script sides and detailed submission instructions listed directly below. Please follow these guidelines exactly to ensure your audition is reviewed.
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Auditioning for Multiple Roles: You are more than welcome to audition for more than one character. To keep our process organized, please send a separate email for each role you are interested in.
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Preparation: Please ensure your submission is well-prepared and meets the specific technical requirements mentioned in the instructions.
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Best of luck!
Project Details
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Title: In My Pain
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Production Type: Independent / Micro-Budget
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Director/Writers: Bobby and Renee Peoples
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Source Material: Based on the autobiography by Sharon McKinney
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Themes: Family Dynamics, Recovery, Faith, and Personal Transformation
The Vision
As a micro-budget production, we are committed to high-impact storytelling that prioritizes raw, authentic performances over big-budget spectacles. We are looking for a diverse cast of dedicated actors to help bring these unique, real-life narratives to life and showcase the depth of the human spirit.
Note to Talent: To better understand the tone and emotional arc of the story, we encourage you to explore the source material, In My Pain I Found My Purpose by Sharon McKinney, available now on Amazon.
Production Dates:
June 24th - July 3rd 2026
Location: Las Vegas
Compensation:
Pay range from $30 to $100 per day. All background are non paid.
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Travel & Lodging: Local Hire Policy
As a micro-budget production, we prioritize casting local talent to ensure our resources remain focused on the quality of the storytelling.
Local Hire Status
The majority of roles for this project are designated as Local Hires. This means that production will not provide or reimburse for travel, transportation, or lodging accommodations.
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Out-of-Town Submissions: Non-local actors are welcome to submit; however, if selected, you must be willing to work as a local hire.
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Travel Responsibilities: Out-of-town talent is fully responsible for their own transportation and housing logistics for the duration of their filming dates.
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Breakdown Exceptions: Should a specific role offer travel or lodging, it will be explicitly stated in the character breakdown.
Professional Expectations
We are seeking professional, reliable performers who are prepared to manage their own logistics. Your diligence in being "set-ready" and managing your travel independently is a crucial part of maintaining a smooth and efficient production process for the entire crew.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Audition Details
We are currently accepting video auditions for the feature film "In My Pain". Please follow the specific instructions below to ensure your submission is processed correctly by The Peoples Network (TPN) casting team.
Video Audition Instructions
If you have never completed a self-tape audition, we strongly recommend watching this quick tutorial for professional guidance:
Recording Your Audition
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Performance: Perform the scene using the provided script sides.
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The Reader: You must use a reader (someone off-camera reading the opposite lines).
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Natural Dialogue: Auditions without a reader—or at minimum a clear pre-recorded off-screen voice—may be overlooked. Hearing another voice allows your performance to feel natural and shows how you respond in real dialogue.
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The Slate: At the beginning of your video, clearly state the following on camera:
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Full Name
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Contact Information
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Current City & State
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Role/Character you are auditioning for
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Representation (Agent/Manager), if applicable.
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Additional Materials
Along with your audition link, please submit:
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A professional headshot or a recent photo.
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Note: A clean, well-lit phone photo is acceptable if you do not have professional headshots.
Submission Instructions
To keep our process efficient, please follow these steps exactly:
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Upload to YouTube: Set your video to UNLISTED.
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Tutorial: How to Upload to YouTube
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Email: Send the unlisted link to TPNCasting@gmail.com.
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Attachments: Attach your photo(s) to the same email.
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Subject Line: Use ONLY the name of the character you are auditioning for.
Important: To maintain organization, all other submission methods will be deleted.
Deadline for Video Auditions
May 30th 2026 @ 5pm PST​
Title: In My Pain
Synopsis
Young Sharon grows up in a world where the music is loud, but the security is thin. While riding her bike through suburban streets, she catches glimpses of a peace that feels foreign to her own home—a home marked by a revolving door of "unfamiliar people" and the volatile energy of her mother’s toxic relationships.
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As Sharon transitions from an observant child to a guarded teenager, her search for belonging leads her away from the structured world of her Jewish community and into a cycle of survival. Influenced by the instability of her household and the lack of a protective father figure. She begins to mistake attention for love, eventually spiraling into drug use and abusive partnerships.
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The narrative follows Sharon through her darkest chapters: the loss of her children to her own mother, the desperation of homelessness, and the exploitation of the streets. Just as she reaches a breaking point where life feels no longer worth living, a chance encounter with a compassionate police officer and a transformative stay at a Christian recovery center offer her a final lifeline.
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In My Pain is a powerful, faith-driven exploration of resilience. It is the story of a woman who had to lose everything to find herself, ultimately reconciling with her family and stepping into her calling to help others find their way out of the dark.
When preparing your audition for "In My Pain," it is essential to review the specific submission requirements for your targeted role, as instructions vary depending on the character's size and impact. For roles that include script sides, you may notice that some documents provide two separate scenes; while you are welcome to perform just one, we highly recommend recording both, as this provides a much stronger impact and allows our casting team to better see your emotional range.
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Please be aware that certain featured extra roles with lines do not require script auditions and instead only require the submission of a professional reel or a video monologue. It is crucial to read the breakdown for your specific character carefully to ensure you are submitting the correct materials, as we prioritize professional and reliable performers who can follow detailed directions. As a reminder, all auditions must be sent as an unlisted YouTube link to TPNCasting@gmail.com with your headshot or a well-lit phone photo attached, ensuring the character’s name is the only text in the subject line.
​Role: RENEE
Gender: Female
Age Range: 30s–50s (The character ages significantly throughout the story)
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Role Size: Supporting
Rate: $400 for 3 Days
Role: JIM
Gender: Male
Age Range: 30s–40s
Ethnicity: African American
Role Size: Supporting
Rate: $200 for 2 Days
Role: YOUNG SHARON
Gender: Female
Age Range: 8–14 (The character ages within this block)
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Role Size: Supporting
Rate: $300 for 3 Days
Role: MARCUS
Gender: Male
Age Range: Late 30s
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Role Size: Supporting
Rate: $100 for 1 Day
Role: DEE
Gender: Open
Age Range: Late Teens to Early 20s (character ages slightly through the timeline)
Ethnicity: Open
Role Size: Supporting
Rate: $200 for 3 Days
Role: TASHA
Gender: Female
Age Range: Late Teens to Early 20s
Ethnicity: Open
Role Size: Supporting
Rate: $150 for 2 Days
Role: RICO
Gender: Male
Age Range: Late Teens to Early 20s
Ethnicity: Open
Role Size: Supporting
Rate: $200 for 3 Days
Role: SUGA
Gender: Male
Age Range: Mid to Late 30s
Ethnicity: African American
Role Size: Supporting (Act 3 Antagonist)
Rate: $100 for 1 Day
Role: THE COUNSELOR
Gender: Female
Age Range: 40–60
Ethnicity: Open
Role Size: Supporting
Rate: $100 for 1 Day
Role: OFFICER DANIELS (Later Pastor Daniels)
Gender: Female
Age Range: 35–55
Ethnicity: Open
Role Size: Supporting
Rate: $100 for 1 Day
Role: BOBBY
Gender: Male
Age Range: 40s–60s
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Role Size: Supporting
Rate: $150 for 2 Days
Role: KIARA
Gender: Female
Age Range: 20s–40s
Ethnicity: Hispanic
Role Size: Featured
Rate: $75 for 1 Day
Role: LENA
Gender: Female
Age Range: 20s–50s
Ethnicity: African American
Role Size: Featured
Rate: $75 for 1 Day
Role: JASON
Gender: Male
Age Range: Early 20s
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Role Size: Featured Supporting
Rate: $100 for 2 Days
Role: JESSICA
Gender: Female
Age Range: Late Teens
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Role Size: Featured Supporting
Rate: $100 for 2 Days
General Submission Instructions (Featured Extras)
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For the following roles, we are only requesting a past professional reel and/or a video monologue. Since these are featured roles with minimal dialogue, we are looking for strong screen presence and natural delivery. Please ensure the character’s name is the only text in the subject line of your submission to TPNCasting@gmail.com.
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Pay Rate: $30 Flat Rate
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Filming Time: Less than 1 hour
Adult Teacher (Jewish Synagogue)
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Description: A calm, structured, and encouraging leader who facilitates a group introduction for students.
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Requirements: Open race and gender; must be at least 30 years old.
The Doctor
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Description: A professional who must deliver a difficult diagnosis regarding a spinal tumor with a balanced tone of clinical facts and empathy.
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Requirements: Open race and gender; must be in their 30s or older.
The Father (Park Scene)
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Description: A warm, present parent seen in the neighborhood park pushing a child on a swing or spinning them in a moment of pure joy.
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Requirements: Open race; must project a nurturing and loving energy.
Park Kids (3 Roles)
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Description: Active children playing in a group, running around the park, and interacting with parents.
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Requirements: Age range 8–10; must be high-energy and natural on camera. One child will have the line, "Watch me!".
Girl Students (2 Roles - Synagogue)
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Description: Polished, disciplined students (Leah and Rachel) who are practicing Hebrew and participating in a community introduction.
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Requirements: Age range 12–14; should be able to convey a sense of "structured and orderly" behavior.
The Band Members (3 Roles)
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Description: A small group of musicians. While the script notes them as an R&B group, we are seeking a Punk Rock look for this production. They are skeptical about their management and the lack of upfront pay.
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Requirements: Early 20s; open race and gender; must have a distinct punk rock aesthetic.
Teen Girl (Outside Synagogue)
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Description: A sharp-witted local girl who questions Sharon’s clothing and accent as she approaches the block. She is not necessarily mean, but she isn't kind either.
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Requirements: Prefers African American but open to all races; must have a strong "street-smart" presence.
Woman at Recovery Center
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Description: A gentle, supportive woman at the front of a recovery group who encourages the participants to believe they are worthy of "more".
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Requirements: Open race; mid-to-late 30s; must project a sense of "tired yet hopeful" wisdom.
Background Extra Opportunity
Interested in seeing how a movie is made? We are offering non-paid background extra positions for our upcoming feature film, "In My Pain." This is a fantastic opportunity for students, aspiring actors, or film enthusiasts to get a "behind-the-scenes" look at the production process. You’ll get to experience the energy of our set, watch the director and crew in action, and see exactly what goes into bringing our stories from script to screen.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining us on set as a background extra, please follow these submission steps:
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Email: Send your interest to TPNCasting@gmail.com
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Subject Line: You must use the word EXTRA as the subject line.
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Requirements: Please include one recent, clear picture of yourself (a simple phone photo/selfie is perfectly fine).
We look forward to having you as part of the community and sharing the filmmaking experience with you!