The Casting Masterclass

AN EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY WITH HOLLYWOOD CASTING TITAN DAVID RAPAPORT, CSA.

5 Contact Hours // Live from David Rapaport’s Casting Suite in Los Angeles.

2025 Dates Coming Soon…

Work with David Rapaport, one of Hollywood’s Casting Titans who has cast (and continues to cast) some of Warner Bros. and the CW’s most ground-breaking Television Series including.

David Rapaport is a highly esteemed and influential casting director, renowned for his exceptional work on some of the most iconic and beloved television series of the past two decades. With an extensive career spanning multiple genres, Rapaport has been the driving force behind the casting of fan-favorites such as Gossip Girl, Riverdale, The Flash, Legends of Tomorrow, Batwoman, Supergirl, The Perfectionists, The Summer I Turned Pretty, Katy Keene, Arrow, Pretty Little Liars, XO, Kitty, and Superman & Lois. His keen eye for talent and ability to curate remarkable ensembles has made him one of the most sought-after casting directors in the entertainment industry. Whether casting emerging stars or seasoned performers, Rapaport’s work consistently brings characters to life with depth and authenticity.

Rapaport’s portfolio showcases his remarkable versatility, with contributions across various genres, from teen dramas to superhero sagas. He played a key role in casting the hit series You, ensuring the show’s intense psychological drama was matched by a compelling and dynamic cast. His work on Pretty Little Liars and Arrow also cemented his reputation for casting compelling, multi-dimensional characters. Additionally, Rapaport brought his expert casting to The Summer I Turned Pretty and XO, Kitty, two beloved series that captured the hearts of fans worldwide. Recently, he cast Australian actor Sam Worthington in an upcoming Netflix drama and is currently working on Ransom Canyon, starring Josh Duhamel. Perhaps most exciting is his involvement in the upcoming drama Countdown, currently in production, starring Jensen Ackles and Eric Dane. With numerous high-profile projects already slated for 2025 and 2026, Rapaport’s ability to assemble diverse, talented casts continues to solidify his position as a leading casting director in Hollywood.

What truly sets David Rapaport apart is his commitment to diversity and inclusion in his casting choices. As a passionate advocate for representation, he has been instrumental in casting groundbreaking roles, such as Nicole Maines as television’s first transgender superhero on Supergirl, and Ruby Rose as Batwoman in Batwoman. His work continues to reflect the evolving landscape of television, ensuring that underrepresented voices are heard and seen. Rapaport’s ability to bring fresh, diverse talent to the screen has made him a trusted name in the industry, and his legacy of fostering inclusion, along with his keen ability to select exceptional actors, has firmly established him as one of the top casting directors in Hollywood today.

David resides in LA with his husband and Boston native, Ron Glines, a six-time Emmy winning Producer for Entertainment Tonight.

• What do you get when working with David Rapaport and how do you apply to be a participant in this incredible One Day Masterclass?
• Get the ins and outs of EXACTLY what is happening in Hollywood at the moment.
• Learn about what is expected from a foreign actor in the American Market.
• Find out WHEN is the right time to make your move?
• Find out how to best prepare for Pilot Season.
• Make an industry connection with one of Hollywood’s most powerful and influential Casting Directors.
• If your placement is confirmed as a participant, we will require links to your headshot, resume and any performance material/showreels for David to cast you in an appropriate role. You will then receive your script which you need to have prepared off-book prior to the commencement of your masterclass and simulated screen-test.
• Participants will be required to sign an NDA (non-disclosure agreement) prior to the commencement of the program or will not be allowed entry.
• To enroll as a participant, please apply via our enrolment tab on the top of this page.

“As a casting director, I’m looking for actors to offer up their unique selves. I want actors to come in and share their unique perspective on material and their unique personalities. I can see right through someone when they are putting up a facade. Those fake performances are boring and inauthentic. Think about your favorite artists and musicians. They don’t hold back. They let you inside.

It takes a tremendous amount of courage to walk into any casting room. To share yourself and be vulnerable. I get it. But those that are willing and able to share are the ones who excite me most.”

-David Rapaport (Hollywood Casting Director)