CTG: Casting call for commercial

Guys, we've gotten some really cool people to commit to shooting a commercial for Crashing the Gate. We may do some TV advertising, but the spot will be more likely used for viral web marketing and maybe intro clips for some of our TV appearances.

We need people for the commercial, people who look like the Democratic Party -- workers in hard hats, moms with kids, men and women in business suits, hippies, young and old, all colors, enviro types, college professors, young women, someone in a wheelchair, etc.

The concept -- there will be a donkey laying on the ground. There will be a long line of people tugging at the donkey with a rope, trying to get it to move. The donkey won't budge. Some dude (they're threatening to make me do it) will walk down the line up to the donkey, give the animal a look, and then give it a swift kick in the ass to get it moving. (And no, the donkey won't really be kicked.)

So we need people to help. Here's what that means:

There's a casting call in Oakland, CA on February 15 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Casting is easy. Stop by, the producers will give you a look to see if there's a place for you in the commercial. Should be quick.

The day of the shoot, which will be in San Francisco February 16th, is another matter. You'll need to be available the full day (either 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., depending on your part). This thing is being pulled together at record time, so patience will be essential.

The commercial is being donated to us, so there's no budget to pay. Well, that's not exactly true. You'd get paid $1. But I'll get a personalized signed book to everyone who is in the commercial. You'll also get fed. And I suspect it'll be fun hanging out and chatting. I'll be there most of the day.

If you are interested in attending the casting call or if you have questions, please email [e-mail].