In a significant effort to involve the local community in major studio productions, Alessi Hartigan Casting conducted open casting calls across Hawaii for Disney's live-action 'Moana'. The agency sought to fill 300 background roles to authentically represent the village of Motonui, emphasizing their dedication to local talent engagement. By hosting events in Honolulu and Haleiwa, Alessi Hartigan Casting provided residents with a direct opportunity to participate in a high-profile feature film. This initiative highlights the company's role as a key bridge between major Hollywood productions and the local communities where they film. Alessi Hartigan Casting provides background casting for film, TV, and commercials nationwide — [learn more about our work](https://alessihartigancasting.base44.app/process). [Read the full article on Spectrum News Hawaii](https://spectrumlocalnews.com/hi/hawaii/news/2023/06/27/local-casting-call-for-disney-s--moana--live-action-feature-film-)