DreamGirls

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 27, 2005

CONTACT: Tannis Vallely or Jeremy Rich
(323) 965-0800


DREAMWORKS PICTURES SEEKING MUSICAL TALENT IN ATLANTA FOR DREAMGIRLS

Atlanta, GA (BlackNews.com) - The producer of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Dreamgirls is bringing the legendary project to the big screen. "Dreamgirls", starring Jamie Foxx, Beyonce Knowles and Eddie Murphy, will be filming in Los Angeles in early 2006. The film, directed by Oscar winner Bill Condon, is set in the early 1960s to the 1970s. It is the story of the amazing Dreams three African-American girl singers from the projects of Detroit who break their hearts on the path to stardom.



The casting directors, Debra Zane (who has cast films such as 'War of the Worlds', 'Catch Me if You Can', 'Seabiscuit', 'Oceans 11 & 12') and Jay Binder (who has cast such Broadway shows as 'Lost in Yonkers', 'The Lion King' and the upcoming revival of 'A Chorus Line') will be holding open auditions for African-American women. The details are as follows:



We are seeking: A plus-sized African-American actress/singer in her early-late 20s (no older!) to play the leading role of Effie White. She should have a huge gospel belt voice with great power and range. All body types from a few extra pounds to full-figured are welcome.



DATE: Saturday July 16th, 2005 (Call Backs will be Sunday July 17th)

TIME: Check-in begins at 10 a.m. and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Check-in time cut-off is 1 p.m.

PLACE: Omni Hotel at CNN Center Atrium Terrace
100 CNN Center Atlanta, Georgia 30303


For More Info: Contact Tannis Vallely or Jeremy Rich at (323)
965-0800