Paid Extras Casting in NYC: Indie Rock Audience Scene for FUNNY STRANGE

Grant Wilfley Casting is seeking paid background actors in New York City to portray a 2003 indie rock/pop concert crowd for the feature film FUNNY STRANGE, starring Cailee Spaeny and Drew Starkey. SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent are welcome.

Location: NYC (local hires only)

Tentative Shoot Date: Tuesday, February 24 (must be fully available)

Scene: Interior music venue — crowd dancing/watching a live show

Note: Water-based theatrical smoke will be used

Roles Needed

Indie Rock / Pop Audience Members

• Men & Women, 20s–30s

• All ethnicities

• “Downtown NYC indie scene” types

• Comfortable dancing and reacting to a live performance

Pay Rates

• SAG-AFTRA BG: $224 / 8 hours

• Non-Union: $187 / 10 hours

  (Covered under SAG-AFTRA CBA; Preference of Employment applies where applicable.)

How to Submit

Include:

• Full name + phone number

• Recent clear photo (no heavy filters)

• SAG status (SAG-AFTRA or Non-Union)

• Age range (within 5 years of actual age)

• Confirm Feb 24 availability + NYC local

• Height, weight, clothing & shoe sizes

Reminder: Valid ID required for I-9 paperwork. Submitting doesn’t guarantee booking—selected talent will be contacted.