Herman-Lipson Casting

Specialties

Herman & Lipson Casting has been in business for over 30 years — casting over 7,500 projects in the areas of Theatre, Film, Commercials, Industrials and Commercial Print. We cast for top accounts like ESPN, L’Oréal, Verizon, American Express, Papa John’s, and Advil. This past summer, Herman & Lipson also cast for the play «Facespace», performed at the Midtown International Theatre Festival.

We provide you with the best never-​before-​seen talent New York has to offer. Our clients include Macguffin Films, 30FPS, Revolution Pictures, The Vault, Planet Dog Films, Finelight, Gillespie Advertising, McCann Erickson, and many more.

History

Established in 1981.

We have been operating for over 30 years in the Heart of Times Square.

Meet the Business Owner

Barry S.

Business Owner

As Vice President and Casting Director at Herman & Lipson for 29 years, Barry Shapiro attends theatre productions & comedy showcases in New York City and around the country discovering new talent for their clients. Prior to being a Casting Director, Barry was a Producer for a top fashion commercial director, working with every top model in the industry. He also managed rehearsal studios for Broadway Shows. Barry also conducts acting workshops, directs comedy showcases, and attends model/​talent conventions. In New York, Barry is one of the most sought after teachers for commercial technique.