Return to Carrescolindas - The Legacy of Aida Barrera
by PBS Austin
Jul. 28 - Aug. 13
Return to Carrascolendas chronicles the history of the groundbreaking bilingual children’s educational television program Carrascolendas and the legacy of its creator, Aida Barrera. Produced in Austin and broadcast nationally starting in the 1970s, Carrascolendas was a pioneer for Latinx representation both in front of and behind the camera. These recreated vignettes will capture the heart, nostalgia, and educational impact of the original show.
[portrait via FloridaMemory]
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CASTING CALL SHEET
Project Title: Return to Carrascolendas: The Legacy of Aida Barrera
Format: 1-Hour Documentary Feature (Reenactment Vignettes)
Genre: Historical / Educational Documentary
Production Company / Partner: Austin PBS Affiliate / Independent Production
Union Status: Non-Union
Shooting Location: Austin, TX & Surrounding Areas
Audition Format: Self-Tape Submissions
CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS
FEATURED ROLES
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LITTLE AIDA
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Role Type: Lead Child
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Specs: Female, playing age 7–9, Hispanic / Latina.
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Requirements: Strong line delivery (bilingual in English and Spanish is a
major plus). Must be comfortable carrying key narrative lines for the scene.
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CARA
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Role Type: Child
Specs: Female, playing age 7–9, Black / African American girl.
Requirements: Strong line delivery (bilingual in English and Spanish is a
major plus). Must be comfortable carrying key narrative lines for the scene.
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RAFAEL
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Role Type: Supporting Children
Specs: Female & Male, Playing age 7–9. Open to All Ethnicities
Description: Energetic, natural, and expressive kids who play well together
on camera. Great at following directions and showing genuine curiosity.
Mariana Paredes Pelaez
Associate Producer
mariana@malakita.net
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ENSEMBLE & SPECIALTY GROUPS
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INTRO / OUTRO VIGNETTE KIDS (10–15 Children)
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Specs: Boys and Girls, playing age 6–10. Open to all ethnicities,
backgrounds, and abilities.
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Description: Featured background group for opening/closing recreation sequences. Looking for enthusiastic, natural kids who represent a real
classroom/community environment.
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
What to Submit:
1. 2. Current headshot (or clear recent photo) and resume/experience.
Self Tape (Video saying name, age, location, and key interests/talents).
Where to Send: mariana@malakita.net
Subject Line Format: [ROLE NAME] - [ACTOR NAME] (e.g., LITTLE AIDA - Maria
Gomez)
Submission Deadline: August 13, 2026.
Estimate filming window: August 28/29/30
Mariana Paredes Pelaez
Associate Producer
mariana@malakita.net
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