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'Star Wars: Episode VII' Casting in Troy?
A casting call for a new Disney film will be held Nov. 17 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. at the Somerset Inn, 2601 W. Big Beaver Rd. in Troy.

Do you have what it takes to potentially star next to Harrison Ford in "Star Wars: Episode VII"?
A casting call for a new Disney film will be held Nov. 17 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. at the Somerset Inn, 2601 W Big Beaver Rd. in Troy. A report on the Detroit News speculates that this is a Lucasfilm project—Lucasfilm being the creation of George Lucas, founder of the "Star Wars" dynasty.
According to a website for the casting call, casting director Maryellen Aviano seeks a "Young woman to play 17-18 years old. Must be beautiful, smart and athletic. Open to all ethnicities (including bi- and multi-racial)" for the role of "Rachel."Â Aviano also seeks a "young man to play 19-23 years old. Must be handsome, smart and athletic. Must be over 18" for the role of "Thomas."
According to the News, Disney has announced the film would be released Dec. 18, 2015. According to IMDB.com, production of the J.J. Abrams-helmed movie is scheduled to begin next spring.Â
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