Showtime’s Dexter: Resurrection is filming in New York, and Waldron Casting is seeking background talent for a paid extras opportunity in Manhattan.
The newest chapter of the Dexter story continues the dark and suspenseful world surrounding Dexter Morgan, the forensic expert whose complicated legacy has kept audiences hooked for years. Following the events of Dexter: New Blood, Dexter: Resurrection is expected to explore new consequences, new characters, and deeper questions about justice, morality, and human nature.
For New York performers, this casting notice offers a unique chance to work on a major television production as a paid background actor.
Paid Background Casting Call: Times Square Gorilla Costume
Waldron Casting is currently looking for a Times Square character type who owns or has access to a full gorilla costume. The selected performer will appear as paid background talent for Dexter: Resurrection.
The role requires someone who is comfortable wearing the costume for an extended period, including during summer exterior filming in Manhattan.
Talent Application
Casting Details
- 🎬 Project: Dexter: Resurrection
- 📍 Location: Manhattan, New York
- 🌆 Scene Type: Times Square-style exterior background work
- 📅 Tentative Work Date: Tuesday, September 1
- 💰 Job Type: Paid background work
- 👥 Casting Company: Waldron Casting
- 🦍 Role Needed: Performer with a full gorilla costume
Who They Are Looking For
This opportunity is ideal for:
- 🎭 Times Square character performers
- 🦍 Anyone who owns a full gorilla costume
- 🎬 Background actors with costume experience
- 🌆 New York-based performers
- ☀️ Talent comfortable working outdoors in summer conditions
Applicants must be able to bring the full gorilla costume to set and should include photos of the costume when submitting.
How to Submit
To apply, email Waldron Casting at:
Use the subject line:
GORILLA COSTUME
Submission Requirements
Applicants should include the following details in their email:
- 📸 Current photos taken within the last 3 weeks
Include one neck-up or chest-up photo and one full-body photo against a white or light background. - 📝 Full name
- 🎭 SAG number, or if non-union, note the number of SAG waivers you have
- 📞 Phone number
- 👕 Clothing sizes
Men: height, weight, coat, waist x inseam, neck x sleeve, shoe
Women: height, weight, dress/pant, bust x waist x hips, shoe - ✅ Confirmation that you are available without conflicts on the work date
- 🔞 Confirmation that you are 18 years of age or older
- 🦍 Confirmation that you can bring the full gorilla costume to set, along with photos of the costume
Photo Guidelines
Submitted photos should clearly show your current look. Casting requests that photos be taken against a plain white or light-colored wall, with no hats, sunglasses, or distracting clothing.
Photos should be a true representation of how you look now and must be no older than 3 weeks.
Important Notes
- This is a paid background opportunity.
- Filming is expected to take place in Manhattan, NY.
- No travel expenses are paid.
- Applicants must provide valid I-9 documentation if cast.
- Anyone who cannot provide required employment eligibility documentation will not be allowed to work.
Why This Casting Call Is Unique
This is not a typical background role. The production is specifically looking for someone with a full gorilla costume who can portray a Times Square-style character. For performers who already work in Times Square, costume entertainers, or background actors with specialty wardrobe access, this could be a fun and memorable opportunity to join a major television production.
If you or someone you know has the right costume and availability, this casting call may be worth submitting for as soon as possible.
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