07/12/2025
‼️CASTING CALL – SHORT FILM: "Tea for Two" ‼️
Shooting Location: Omaha, NE
Shoot Dates: September - TBD, single day
Contact: [email protected]
Union Status: Non-Union
Compensation: Unpaid-Credit-Meal
Logline:
A tender afternoon unfolds between two lifelong friends as they sip tea, reflect on memories,
and confront the early signs of fading minds. A quiet celebration of enduring friendship, gentle
humor, and timeless love.
ROLES:
🫖 MARGARET – Female, 70s+
Elegant, dignified, and charming. Margaret is a refined woman whose memory is beginning to
slip, but her spirit remains strong. She cherishes the bond she shares with Edith.
Notes: Comfortable portraying vulnerability and warmth. Strong emotional range required.
🧶 EDITH – Female, 70s+
Witty, grounded, and full of quiet strength. Edith carries wisdom and humor in equal parts. She’s
been Margaret’s companion through a lifetime, now helping her navigate the uncertain path
ahead with grace and love.
Notes: Seeking someone with excellent timing for subtle humor and deep emotional connection.
TO SUBMIT:
Please email your headshot, resume, and a reel (if available).
If you do not have a reel, you may submit a self-tape using any character sides from Steel
Magnolias.
Send all materials to:
📧 [email protected]
Subject Line: Tea for Two Casting
Audition Dates: Submission Deadline is Monday, August 25th
Additional Info:
This is a heartfelt, character-driven short film with minimal dialogue and deep emotional undertones. Seeking performers who can convey depth, intimacy, and history through subtle performance. Ideal for actors with experience in dramatic roles or stage performance.
