Casting Directors
Expert casting services connecting productions with Ireland's acclaimed acting talent, shaped by a legendary storytelling tradition and world-class theater scene.
A casting director identifies and selects the actors who will bring a script's characters to life. Ireland punches far above its weight in global cinema, producing Oscar-winning and nominated performers with remarkable consistency. Irish actors trained at the Gaiety School of Acting, the Lir Academy, and seasoned at the Abbey Theatre and Gate Theatre bring an innate gift for storytelling, emotional depth, and a naturalism rooted in the country's literary heritage.
We connect you with casting directors who have deep relationships across Ireland's celebrated acting community. Our network covers talent agencies in Dublin, Cork, and Galway, with access to Screen Ireland-supported databases and performers experienced in working on international features shot across the country's stunning landscapes from the Wild Atlantic Way to Dublin's Georgian streets.
Complete Casting Services
From principal roles to background artists, our casting directors have the relationships and expertise to build your perfect cast in Ireland.
Principal Casting
- • Lead role sourcing
- • Talent submissions
- • Chemistry reads
- • Callback coordination
- • Deal negotiations
Supporting Roles
- • Day player casting
- • Featured roles
- • Recurring characters
- • Guest stars
- • Co-star roles
Background Casting
- • Extras coordination
- • Specialty extras
- • Stand-ins & doubles
- • Crowd scenes
- • Period-specific looks
Casting Services
- • Self-tape management
- • Audition facilities
- • Session recording
- • Talent databases
- • Agency liaison
Why Choose Our Casting Directors
Local Talent Expertise
Our casting directors have established relationships with the Abbey Theatre, the Gaiety School of Acting, the Lir Academy, and Ireland's top talent agencies. We access performers from a country that consistently produces internationally recognized acting talent with a distinctive emotional authenticity.
International Production Experience
With experience on major Hollywood features, streaming series, and European co-productions filmed across Ireland, our casting directors understand the demands of international productions drawn to the country's landscapes and its generous Section 481 tax credit.
Local Knowledge
Deep connections to casting communities in Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Limerick. We coordinate auditions at professional facilities across Screen Ireland-supported regions and can source performers from rural Ireland for authentic local casting needs.
Bilingual Casting Capability
We specialize in English-Irish (Gaeilge) bilingual casting, sourcing actors fluent in both languages. Ireland's English-speaking actors offer a range of regional accents from Dublin to Cork to the West of Ireland, valued by international productions worldwide.
Casting Expertise
What types of casting do you handle?
We provide complete casting services including principal roles (leads, supporting), day players, background artists, and specialty casting (stunts, dancers, musicians). Our casting directors have experience across features, television, commercials, and branded content.
Can you find actors with specific Irish accents?
Yes, our database includes Irish actors with a wide range of English-language accents, from neutral to strong regional dialects. We also source performers fluent in Irish (Gaeilge) for productions requiring authentic Gaeltacht representation, and coordinate with UK agencies for co-production casting.
How do you handle auditions?
We offer flexible audition options including in-person sessions at professional casting facilities in Dublin, Cork, and Galway, self-tape coordination with quality control, and live video auditions for remote directors. All sessions can be recorded for review.
What about background and extras casting?
We maintain databases of background artists across Ireland and can source specific types, looks, and skills as needed. For large crowd scenes, we coordinate casting calls and manage extras on shoot days through our AD network.
How far in advance should we start casting?
For principal roles on features, start 8-12 weeks before shooting to allow time for submissions, auditions, callbacks, and deal-making. Supporting roles need 4-6 weeks. Background casting can be arranged more quickly, typically 2-3 weeks.
Do you handle talent contracts and negotiations?
Yes, our casting directors work with agents and managers on deal negotiations, ensuring terms work for your budget while meeting Irish industry standards. We coordinate with your production legal team on contract finalization.
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