The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.

Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a list of projects casting right now in Lakeland, nearby cities, and nationwide, and which roles they're looking to fill.

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'Love & Sacrifice'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Friend #1 Of The Wife (lead, 25-45)
--- Wife (lead, female, 30-45)
--- kevin (lead, male, 30-40)
- Average hourly rate: $25
- Casting locations: Lakeland, Florida
- Learn more about the short film here

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'The Girl With No Talent'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Steve Cam (supporting, male, 35-45)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Lowball'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Mary Ann (lead, 18-30)
- Average hourly rate: $75
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Everlasting Love'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Janell " Rosey " Jenkins (lead, female, 18-30)
--- Cedric "Chef" (supporting, male, 18-25)
--- Brenda (supporting, female, 30-50)
- Average hourly rate: $18
- Casting locations: Tampa, Florida
- Learn more about the short film here

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'Major Motion Picture "Street Racing" Casting Call: Miami, FL'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Supporting Actor (models, 18-100)
--- Supporting Lead (supporting, male, 18-100)
--- minor supporting role (other, 15-100)
- Average hourly rate: $120
- Casting locations: Miami, Florida
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Florida Man'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Claire (lead, female, 18-22)
--- David Ross (lead, male, 18-24)
--- Samara (supporting, female, 18-22)
- Average hourly rate: $21
- Casting locations: Orlando, Florida; Jacksonville, Florida; Miami, Florida
- Learn more about the feature film here

This story was produced by Backstage and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.