People met with producers today for semi-finals, but seeing open casting calls are still happening there will be more semi-final meetings in the future.
"I just got an email about an open call for "Big Brother" tomorrow in Houston. Anyone want to picket? If so, do you have any suggestions on how to make signs?"
"Joey Buttafuoco was one of about 70 houseguest hopefuls who participated in an open casting call this weekend in Los Angeles for CBS' Big Brother. While waiting in line before his audition, Buttafuoco chatted with BB8 winner Dick Donato (yep, he was there, too). "I support the writers strike because they're entitled to get what they work for," said the 52-year-old, who's appeared in such films as Finding Forrester and Mafia Movie Madness. "I don't believe in crossing the picket line or anything like that because this program isn't going to be happening for quite some time. Am I right?"
Not really. It's CBS' hope to get BB9 up and running by February, if the strike persists through the holidays (things could be looking up, however: both sides agreed to return to the negotiating table on Nov. 26). Buttafuoco says he'd be "an asset" to BB, though he admits his celebrity could work against him in the house. "It has hurt in the past," admits Buttafuoco. "Even just going on a regular audition! Sometimes I get them and sometimes I don't, because my Q rating is too high. But I'm not that character that the media made me out to be. I'm not that guy." "
Phone Calls will be made by Friday November 30, 2007 to those who have been chosen as our semi finalists. If you do not receive a phone call, or were not able to make the home video and application deadline, please come visit us at one of our open casting calls for your last chance to be cast on this season of Big Brother! Be sure to download our BIG BROTHER application at www.CBS.com and bring with you, filled out, to the open call.
*PLEASE no phone calls or emails. We look forward to seeing you in your city!!!!"
If this IS true, it's likely just a first round of semis - they are STILL doing open casting calls, so you still have a chance to make it.
" “Big Brother” is holding an open casting call Saturday, Dec. 1 at the Katy Mills Mall.
Outgoing, intriguing, competitive people who think they have what it takes to be a Big Brother House Guest are welcome between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. that day. "
"The closest casting call to Nashville is noon-3 p.m. Saturday in Atlanta at America's Mart, 240 Peachtree St., 1st Floor, Room A. Online applications can be found at www.cbs.com/primetime/big brother8/application. shtml."
"Do you want to be on TV? CBS, with local broadcasting station KOIN-TV (6), will be holding an open casting call for the reality television show "Big Brother" from noon to 3 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Streets of Tanasbourne shopping center.
Producers are looking for "outgoing, intriguing, competitive" people "ready to live inside the Big Brother house with a group of strangers," with multiple cameras recording everything. Contestants on the show, which will be "Big Brother 9," compete against other houseguests to win half a million dollars.
Casting calls are being held nationwide this fall.
Streets of Tanasbourne is at 19350 N.W. Emma Way, Hillsboro."
"People from all over came to the News19 studio Saturday morning to show off their personalities and audition for the reality CBS t.v. show, "Big Brother."
The line began forming outside before 8:30 a.m. The first person in line was Victoria Pratt, of Columbia. Pratt said it's been her dream to be on "Big Brother" since the very first season. Pratt says, "I'm gonna be on 'Big Brother.' I'm gonna walk in that house and shake it up."
People from a wide variety of backgrounds auditioned for the 9th season of the show. Some of the people were teachers, college students, funeral directions and even a former Miss Gay American."
"While not confirming those pesky rumors that a new season of "Big Brother" could start as soon as February, CBS has opened up casting for the reality favorite.
CBS announced Thursday (Nov. 15) that "Big Brother 9" will have organized casting calls in 17 cities (some very close to each other) between Saturday, Nov. 17 (in Los Angeles and Columbia, South Carolina) and Saturday, Dec. 8."
Emmy Award Winner Allison Grodner and Rich Meehan Return as Executive Producers
CBS has announced that nationwide casting for BIG BROTHER 9 will take place at locations around the country between Saturday, Nov. 17 and Saturday, Dec. 8 (see below for locations). In addition, applications are now being accepted online at CBS.com for the ninth installment of the reality series which will be broadcast in 2008 on dates to be announced. Julie Chen will return as host for Big Brother 9 and the series will once again be executive produced by Emmy Award winner Allison Grodner and Rich Meehan, in association with Endemol U.S.A.
BIG BROTHER 9 will follow a group of strangers living together in a house outfitted with dozens of cameras and microphones recording their every move 24 hours a day, seven days a week. One by one, the houseguests will vote each other out of the house until at the end of three months, the last remaining houseguest will win the grand prize.
BIG BROTHER 9 CASTING CALL - Dates/Cities/Locations and Local Times:
Nov. 17 Los Angeles - Exclusive Casting Studios, 7700 Sunset Blvd. (12 Noon-3 PM)
Dec. 1 Atlanta -America's Mart, 240 Peachtree Street 1st Fl. Rm. A (12 PM-3 PM)
Dec. 1 Brooklyn, NY - Duff's Brooklyn, N. 3rd Street & Kent Avenue (7 PM-10 PM)
Dec. 1 Charlotte, N.C. - Cans, 500 West 5th Street (12 PM-3 PM)
Dec. 1 Chicago - Ontourage, 157 W. Ontario Street (10 PM-12:00 AM)
Dec. 1 Hillsboro, Ore. - The Streets of Tanasbourne 19350 NW Emma Way, (12 PM-3 PM)
Dec. 1 Kansas City, MO -Screenlands Crossroads Theater, 1656 Washington St. (1 PM-4 PM)
Dec. 7 Columbus, Ohio - Spice Bar, 491 N. Park Street (10 PM-12:00 AM)
Dec. 7 Scottsdale, Ariz. - Suede Lounge, 7333 E. Indian Plaza (12 PM-3 PM)
Dec. 8 Boston - Felt, 533 Washington Street 3rd & 4th Floor (12:00 Noon -3 PM)
Dec. 8 Broomfield, Colo. - FlatIron Crossing, 1 West FlatIron Crossing Drive In the Dillard's Court (10 AM-1 PM)
Dec. 8 Columbus, Ohio - Park Street Patio, 533 Park Street (2 PM - 5 PM)
Dec. 8 Tampa, Fla. - The Dubliner Irish Pub, 2307 W. Azeele Street (12 PM- 3PM)
The BIG BROTHER 9 application and instructions can be found exclusively on the CBS website, http://www.cbs.com/primetime/bigbrother8/application.shtml.
"With Big Brother 9 set to debut in the early part of 2009, CBS is launching a series of 15 open casting calls for cast members.
The casting notices specifically mention the ninth season, and thus the possiblity that the show could feature celebrities seems to be less likely now—unless the house will be stocked with both real people and whatever D-list celebrities would subject themselves to the expereince."
At this point there is no absolute application deadline. However, Producers reserve the right to stop accepting applications without notice so Producers highly encourage applicants to submit applications as soon as possible. Semi-finalist interviews will be determined by Producers at their sole discretion."
With this statement, an early Big Brother is very likely to begin in February.
In a Time Magazine article this month, CEO Les Moonves stated in response to the writers strike, "We are fully prepared to offer alternative-programming options"
Are you an outgoing, intriguing, competitive person who would make the perfect BIG BROTHER HouseGuest? Are you up for anything and everything? Are you ready to live inside the BIG BROTHER House with a group of strangers while multiple cameras record your every move and sound 24 hours a day, seven days a week? Are you willing to compete for half a million dollars against other participants as aggressive and ambitious as you are? If you can answer yes to these questions, you just might qualify as a contestant on BIG BROTHER.
OPEN CASTING CALL Saturday 11/17/07 12noon – 3pm
Exclusive Castingstudions 7700 Sunset Blvd Ste. 200 Los Angeles, CA 90046
To apply, go to cbs.com. Access to the Big Brother application can be found on the lower left side of the CBS home page.
From http://cbs2.com/entertainment/local_story_311215438.html
PORTLAND - CBS's show Big Brother is gearing up for another season of fun.
Are you an outgoing, intriguing, competitive person who would make the perfect Big Brother houseguest?
Are you up for anything and everything?
Are you ready to live inside the Big Brother house with a group of strangers while multiple cameras record your every move and sound 24 hours a day, seven days a week?
Are you willing to compete for a half million dollars against other participants as aggressive and ambitious as you are?
If you can answer yes to these questions, you just might qualify as a contestant on Big Brother.
KOIN News 6 and CBS are conducting an open casting call Saturday, December 1, 12 noon - 3 p.m.
The Streets of Tanasbourne 19350 NW Emma Way Hillsboro, OR 97124
Come down and take your shot at "Big Brother" stardom!
From http://www.koin.com/Global/story.asp?S=7338838
The BIG BROTHER Show Casting Call is coming to Ontourage! Interview for the show and meet James from Season 6!
NOW CASTING IN CHICAGO! CBS’s Big Brother show is gearing up for another season of fun!
CBS LogoDAY: Saturday, December 1st TIME: 10:00PM - Midnight VENUE: Ontourage Nightclub ADDRESS: 157 W Ontario in Chicago
Are you an outgoing, intriguing, competitive person who would make the perfect BIG BROTHER HouseGuest? Are you up for anything and everything? Are you ready to live inside the BIG BROTHER House with a group of strangers while multiple cameras record your every move and sound 24 hours a day, seven days a week? Are you willing to compete for half a million dollars against other participants as aggressive and ambitious as you are? If you can answer yes to these questions, you just might qualify as a contestant on BIG BROTHER.
MIXMASTER THROWDOWN, Chicago’s Most Successful Nightlife Promotions Group, will be sponsoring an Open Casting Call for the new season of Big Brother at Ontourage!
This event will be HUGE, so arrive early! CBS is sending their show casting staff out to Ontourage on Saturday, December 1st to find the next participants on the next season of Big Brother… and you are invited! This open casting call puts you in front of the staff to convince them why you should be on the show as the nation watches you compete for the huge cash prize.
MEET JAMES FROM BIG BROTHER SEASON 6 & ALL STARS… This previous cast member will be on-site for a meet and greet, and to watch the casting call interviews. If you’ve ever wanted to meet a Big Brother star, here’s your chance!
Casting interviews will begin at 10pm, and will continue until midnight…. but be sure to get there early! Ontourage is located at 157 W Ontario in Chicago. You must be 21 to enter, and proper club attire is required.
If you have any questions about the venue, please contact Erik White with Mixmaster Throwdown at erik@mmtd.com. Otherwise, if you have questions about the casting call or the process, please email Sandra at BigBrother@SandraDeeCasting.com.
From http://www.mixmasterthrowdown.com/big-brother-casting-call
"In a conversation today with Robyn Kass of Kassting Inc the primary casting agency for Big Brother, it was confirmed that Big Brother will commence in February.
They are very busy at casting the show as I write this and Robyn asked me to pass on the word to get your applications in or contact her at her website, http://kasstinginc.com/ .
I asked Robyn during our conversation if the Big Brother rumors were speculation or was there a basis in fact? Robyn replied "We are casting with the thought in mind that the house guests would move into the house during the first week of February.
I can not quote on the following, but my feelings are it will be a normal Big Brother, not a Celebrity Big Brother and it is a strong possiblility that the summer Big Brother will also take place" - Reality TV Grapevine
Where: NY Castings - 243 W. 30th St., 3rd Fl. (between 7th and 8th Ave.) in NYC When: 12-8pm, November 18th Notes: Bring a filled out application from CBS along with a photocopy of photo ID
"Agency casting for CBS's Big Brother Television & Music videos : Agency casting for CBS's Big Brother Listing no. 52560 - Colorado, USA Are you an outgoing, intriguing, competitive person who would make the perfect HouseGuest
Big Brother Wants You. Are you an outgoing, intriguing, competitive person who would make the perfect BIG BROTHER HouseGuest? Are you up for anything and everything? Are you ready to live inside the BIG BROTHER House with a group of strangers while multiple cameras record your every move and sound 24 hours a day, seven days a week? Are you willing to compete for half a million dollars against other participants as aggressive and ambitious as you are? If you can answer yes to these questions, you just might qualify to be a contestant on CBS's BIG BROTHER.
Please apply now to take part or for more information.
Location: Kansas City, MO
Created: 5 November 2007 Applications accepted until: 30 November 2007 Application criteria: Males & Females aged 21 to 99 from USA"
"CBS’s Big Brother is gearing up for another summer of fun! Are you an outgoing, intriguing, competitive person who would make the perfect BIG BROTHER HouseGuest? Are you up for anything and everything? Are you ready to live inside the BIG BROTHER House with a group of strangers while multiple cameras record your every move and sound 24 hours a day, seven days a week? Are you willing to compete for half a million dollars against other participants as aggressive and ambitious as you are? If you can answer yes to these questions, you just might qualify as a contestant on BIG BROTHER. To apply, complete the application I have attached to this email and follow the application instructions. To have questions answered feel free to contact me: Christopher Catalano Casting Producer christopher@kasstinginc.com"
CBS's Big Brother is gearing up for another season of fun! Are you an outgoing, intriguing, competitive person who would make the perfect BIG BROTHER HouseGuest? Are you up for anything and everything? Are you ready to live inside the BIG BROTHER House with a group of strangers while multiple cameras record your every move and sound 24 hours a day, seven days a week? Are you willing to compete for half a million dollars against other participants as aggressive and ambitious as you are? If you can answer yes to these questions, you just might qualify as a contestant on BIG BROTHER.
Your name Age Occupation Marital / Relationship Status / # of Children Best contact # What city you live in A few CURRENT pics of yourself And a little about yourself – any special skills, hobbies, what sets you apart from others, WHY YOU WOULD WIN BIG BROTHER, WHAT WOULD YOU DO TO WIN, and WHAT WOULD YOU DO WITH HALF OF A MILLION DOLLARS?
