🎬 CASTING CALL –
LOCKED IN
(Season 1)
Production Title: Locked In
Production Company: Independent Texas-Based Production
Project Type: Narrative Drama Series (Season 1)
Location: Houston, Texas (Greater Houston Area)
Shooting Area: Primarily Houston + surrounding areas
Compensation: Non-Union / Unpaid
Production Dates: TBD (Rehearsals begin prior to filming)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Locked In is a character-driven psychological drama series centered around a group of young adults forced into isolation after a mysterious lockdown event. Secrets unravel, alliances shift, and buried truths come to light as tensions escalate.
The tone blends grounded emotional realism with suspenseful ensemble drama. The project prioritizes strong performances, subtle tension, and layered character work.
This is a Texas-based production and will be filmed in Houston.
🎭 NOW CASTING
🔥 ZION
Male | 18–23 | Any Ethnicity
Character Description:
Zion is charming, emotionally guarded, and quietly strategic. On the surface, he’s calm and composed — someone people gravitate toward. Beneath that, he avoids confrontation and buries guilt rather than facing it.
He is not loud or explosive. His power comes from stillness and subtle manipulation. When tension rises, he retreats emotionally instead of escalating. He carries secrets that slowly unravel over the season.
Actor Must Be Able To:
- Play internal conflict without overacting
- Show subtle emotional shifts through eye contact and silence
- Convey tension without yelling
- Handle dramatic confrontation scenes with restraint
- Perform layered scenes involving romantic tension and mistrust
Energy Type:
Quiet confidence. Natural charisma. Controlled presence.
🧊 MS. AGLOW
Female | 30–38 (appearing) | Any Ethnicity
Character Description:
Ms. Aglow is composed, intelligent, and intimidating without raising her voice. She represents authority, structure, and psychological control. She does not need to shout to command a room — her power is in her stillness.
She sees more than she lets on and chooses her words carefully. Every line has intention. She is not villainous — she is controlled.
This role requires subtlety and confidence.
Actor Must Be Able To:
- Deliver dialogue with calm authority
- Hold long moments of silence without losing presence
- Command scenes opposite younger actors
- Portray layered authority (not cartoonish or overly dramatic)
Energy Type:
Grounded. Sharp. Intellectually intimidating.
💣 KIANA
Female | 18–23 | Any Ethnicity
Character Description:
Kiana is bold, confrontational, and emotionally unapologetic. She enters scenes with disruption energy. She speaks her mind and does not soften her delivery.
She is not chaotic for the sake of chaos — she is direct, observant, and confident. She knows how to provoke reactions.
Important: This role requires strength and edge without becoming caricatured or exaggerated.
Actor Must Be Able To:
- Handle confrontation-heavy dialogue
- Project strong presence immediately upon entering a scene
- Balance aggression with realism
- Maintain emotional intensity without screaming or overplaying
Energy Type:
Confident. Sharp-tongued. Controlled fire.
🎥 WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Actors comfortable with ensemble work
- Strong memorization and rehearsal commitment
- Ability to take direction
- Comfortable working in a grounded, realistic dramatic tone
- Must be Texas-based or able to work in Houston
📩 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
Please send:
- Headshot
- Resume
- Demo Reel (if available)
- City you are based in
- Contact information
Email: [destinyautrey02@gmail.com]
Instagram (if applicable): [@destinyevon_]
Subject Line:
“LOCKED IN – [Role Name] Submission – Your Name”
