ABOUT
THAT TIME
CASTING
About That Time
Non-Union, Paid
Filming Location: Hampton Roads, VA
Production Dates: July 9th-30th, 2025
Genre: Comedy, Fantasy
Format: Feature Film
Logline: Two cousins embark on a time-bending mission to secure a to-go plate of their grandmother’s coveted mac and cheese, uncovering buried grief and hidden family truths.
Who We’re Casting
Seeking Black performers across the following:
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Male
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Female
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Age Ranges: 7-10, 20-50
Compensation: Paid. Rates range from from $75–$150/day depending on role and experience. Meals provided. Travel covered for select roles. Select roles may also be eligible for a backend percentage pool.
About the Film
About That Time is an independent feature produced by Kickphase, blending grounded Black family dynamics with fantasy and surreal comedy. Backed by a seasoned team, the film is being positioned for a 2026 release with a community-centered distribution model, national HBCU tour, and festival submissions across Sundance, ABFF, and BlackStar. This is a passion project with heart, humor, and cultural depth—we’re looking for talented, collaborative performers to help bring it to life.
Two ways to audition:
1. ONLINE SUBMISSION
Submissions Close May 9th, 2025
Please submit a
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Headshot
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Resume (if applicable)
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Acting reel (if applicable)
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Self-tape using one of the attached sides.
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In your slate, please state:
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Your name
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Your location (City, State)
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Your availability for July 2025
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2. IN-PERSON AUDITIONS
By sign up only.
When you sign up please submit a
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Headshot
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Resume (if applicable)
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Acting reel (if applicable)
Please arrive prepared to perform your choice of the attached sides.
Avaliable Dates:
Friday, May 2nd (CLOSED)
Saturday, May 3rd
Friday, May 9th
*Auditions will take place in Portsmouth, VA
Download Sides:
Female Character sides
Male Character sides
Kid Character sides
Please Note:
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All auditions must be submitted through the online application or in-person signup forms.
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We cannot accept audition materials via email.
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Alternatively, you can also submit through our official Backstage listing: [BACKSTAGE].
Questions regarding casting
Please email
aboutthattimecasting@gmail.com (NO AUDITION SUBMISSIONS)
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