Now that Star Wars: Episode VII is officially set for a December 18, 2015 release date, Disney and Lucasfilm are going forward with the casting process. Casting calls have been scheduled in Chicago and Austin for two roles in the film. The roles are for the same two characters, and while there are specific character traits the casting crew is looking for, there’s no real word on how each character will fit into the film’s narrative. Information on the two characters are as follows:

Seeking: Young woman to play 17-18 years old. Must be beautiful, smart and athletic. Open to all ethnicities (including bi- and multi-racial).

Rachel:
Was quite young when she lost her parents. With no other family, she was forced to maker her way alone in a tough, dangerous town. Now 17 she has become street smart and strong. She is able to take care of herself using humor and guts to get by. Always a survivor, never a victim, she remains hopeful that she can move away from this harsh existence to a better life. She is always thinking of what she can do to move ahead.

Seeking: Young man to play 19-23 years old. Must be handsome, smart and athletic. Must be over 18.

Thomas:
Has grown up without a father’s influence. Without the model of being a man, he doesn’t have the strongest sense of himself. Despite this, he is smart, capable and shows courage when it is needed. He can appreciate the absurdities in life and understands you can’t take life too seriously.

The Austin casting will take place on November 22nd at the Hilton, 500 E. Fourth, 3:00pm – 8:00pm. The Chicago casting will take place on November 14th at the Park West Theater, 322 W. Armitage,  3:00pm – 8:00pm. Casting veteran Maryellen Aviano (Captain America: The Winter Soldier) will be in attendance at both open castings. If you fit these requirements or know anybody that does, spread the word! Who knows, you could represent the next generation of Jedi and follow in the same footsteps as Mark Hamill, Hayden Christensen, Liam Neeson, Samuel L. Jackson, Ewan McGregor, Sir Alec Guinness, and more!

[via RedEye Chicago, via Austin Chronicle]