Casting Call - The Oba's Guardian

Schedule

Sat Nov 08 2025 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Lonnie Young Recreation Center | Philadelphia, PA

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Join us for an open casting call for The Oba's Guardian, an independent film set in pre-colonial West Africa.
About this Event

On Saturday November 9th Hidden River Productions will be hosting auditions for the following roles in an epic fantasy film set in pre-colonial, medieval West Africa. Please register for your chosen role by selecting the corresponding ticket.


Role #1

Adelola: The young heroine

African/African-American female, 9-11 years old. Dance background and African accent a plus.


Role #2

Baba: The concerned father

African/African-American male, 30-40 years old. African accent a plus.


Role #3

Mama: The mystical nurture

African/African-American female, 25-35 years old. Dance background.


Role #4

Obafeme: The loyal mentor

African/African-American male, 45+. Elder warrior build. Martial arts background and African accent a plus.


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Where is it happening?

Lonnie Young Recreation Center, 1100 East Chelten Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

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Host or Publisher Hidden River Productions

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