CBS seeks multicultural sketch comedians for talent showcase
Network News Release …
CBS will sponsor its fourth talent showcase for multicultural sketch comedians in January 2009 in Los Angeles.
The showcase is open to African American, Latino, Asian American, Native American and Pacific Islander actors, as well as performers with disabilities. And all applicants should possess extensive sketch comedy experience.
To apply, send photos and resumes to AFTRA, 5757 Wilshire Blvd., 9th floor, Los Angeles, Calif. 90036 – Att: Jasmine Vargas. The deadline for submissions is Aug. 15.
CBS Entertainment executives, casting directors from the network’s primetime and daytime programs, as well as casting directors from shows on other networks, will be on hand at the showcase. Each person auditioning will be required to perform a one-minute original sketch comedy monologue.
The network’s on-going talent showcases are part of the CBS Diversity Institute, a comprehensive program designed to identify and develop diversity within the writing, directing and talent communities. For information regarding the CBS Diversity Institute, go to www.cbsdiversity.com/.
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