TV Series

9 Circles of Bishop

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Details

Union:

Non union

Area of media:

TV Series

Network:

Reveel

Paid?:

Yes

Rates:

US$100/day (not all roles will be required for all days)

Deadline:

June 16, 2024

Shooting starts:

Sept 4, 2024

Shooting finishes:

Sept 24, 2024

Shooting locations:

Boston, MA

Cities for response:

Boston

Comments

Only seeking local talent from the Greater Boston Area. Please apply with headshot, resume and demo reel through Casting Workbook or via 9circlesofbishop@gmail.com.

Storyline

After the untimely murder of the Bishop family patriarch, the remaining six family members play a game to discover who killed him in order to receive his fortune. However, no one is innocent, and losing the game may cost them their lives.

Roles

Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	Gerald Bishop	Male 50 - 60 Years old
Description Son of Commodus Bishop and a well-known, astute lawyer with salt and pepper hair. He was a boxer in his younger years and has no problem with confrontation. As someone who is not afraid to throw anyone under the bus to get ahead (even his family), his demeanour comes across generally as serious - Gerald does not have time to play around. Caucasian, approx 6'0".
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	Commodus Bishop	Male 70 - 80 Years old
Description Patriarch of the Bishop family and enterprise. A brilliant man who loves chess and reading, especially Dante’s inferno. He is a grey-haired (or almost balding) kingpin and is feared by all who cross him. A stoic man, he expects people to shut up and listen when he speaks. The only person he has a soft spot for is his great granddaughter, Penny. Caucasian, approx 6'0"
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	Wade Bishop	Male 25 - 30 Years old
Description Son of Gerald Bishop. As a gay, handsome young man hiding his sexual orientation from his father, the two people who truly knos about his sexual orientation is his twin sister Eve and his cousin, Genevieve Knight. He has always had a short fuse and when dealing with issues and would rather solve it with his fists than with words. Mixed Ethnicity (Black/White), approx 6'2".
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	Eve Bishop	Female 25 - 30 Years old
Description Daughter of Gerald Bishop. Girl-next-door cute but has never been the prettiest in the room. Always a runner-up and that has warranted her envious attributes, especially over her competitive family. She’s got something to prove but is timid and doesn’t know how to come out of her shell. Easily the most caring and selfless person, she however does resent it as well. Mixed Ethnicity (Black/White), approx 5'5".
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	Genevieve Knight	Female 35 - 42 Years old
Description As the oldest of her siblings Lori and Steven, Genevieve is a showstopper. With her dark hair and light eyes, people tend to be intimidated by her. She loves the finer things in life and is not afraid to show it. However, she is a gambling addict and has gotten into trouble multiple times with the wrong people. She isn’t afraid to take risks and tell people where to go if she doesn’t agree with them. Caucasian, approx 5'8".
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	Lori Knight	Female 30 - 38 Years old
Description As the middle sibling of Genevieve and Steven, she has had a rough life. After their mom died and dad took off, she got with the wrong crowd and now lives a life of prostitution to feed and clothe her daughter Penny. Not very trusting and skeptical about everyone she meets, she holds resentment to her family - but does what she can for Penny to thrive, whatever it takes. Caucasian, approx 5'6".
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Lead	Steven Knight	Male 28 - 35 Years old
Description Youngest sibling of Genevieve and Lori, he had so much promise growing up to eventually take over the Bishop enterprise. With dirty blonde hair and light eyes, he was handsome in his own rite. However, the abuse of substances tarnished his potential and made him thin. Not being taken seriously from his family has never allowed him to thrive. He had no choice but to embrace his inner sloth and become a lazy addict. He is kind and still tries, but not everyone is receptive. Caucasian, approx 5'11".
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Walter Fianchetto	Male 48 - 55 Years old
Description Walter and his ancestors have served the Bishop estate for generations. As a clean-shaven strong, handsome man with neat hair, he is studious and knowledgeable and is trustworthy with the family secrets. You will never catch him not in at least a button-up shirt and dress pants. Though he serves the Bishop estate, he does not tolerate rudeness from anyone, especially the Bishop’s. He has earned their respect and he knows it. Poised and classy. Black, approx 6'1".
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Supporting	Penny Knight	Female 7 - 13 Years old
Description A brown-haired bright young lady of average height and the daughter of Lori Knight. Her parents are divorced and it has taken a toll on her. An aspiring actress who is receiving lessons from her Aunt Eve, her love for the arts comes in the form of bright colours and drawing. She’s very sweet but harbours a darkness within her that can make her very, very dangerous.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Large Principal	Young Commodus	Male 48 - 60 Years old
Description A younger, much more pleasant man than the Commodus of the present. He loves his grandkids and plays chess to teach them lessons about life. He has salt and pepper hair and a goatee. Strong build, and is joyful. He has a wonderful life. He sees the good in his family and only wants to provide the greatest opportunities. Caucasian.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Large Principal	Young Gerald	Male 10 - 18 Years old
Description Handsome and gifted, Gerald is a competitive amateur boxer and is doing quite well for himself. Dark-haired, styled, and clean shaven, Gerald is an all-American type of kid, full ride to his Ivy League university. Knowing he has a Bishop last name, he is a little on the cocky side. Caucasian.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Large Principal	Young Wade	Male 8 - 13 Years old
Description Even though he is young, young Wade is a confident young man. However, he does not have a good grasp on his emotions as they can get the best of him. His overconfidence allows him to make mistakes, and when things do not go as expected, he reacts. He loves sports and is usually seen in apparel with bright, strong colours. Caucasian.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Large Principal	Young Eve	Female 8 - 13 Years old
Description Young Eve is a timid young lady who is very unsure of herself most of the time, and is scared to make a move for fear that it may be the wrong one. As a polar opposite to her brother Wade, where he is overconfident, she lacks. With a constant feeling that she will never be good enough, her ability to shine is inhibited. In a social setting, she constantly hopes to not stand out and can usually be seen with dark clothing. Caucasian.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Large Principal	Young Genevieve	Female 8 - 13 Years old
Description At 9 years old, Young Genevieve already has the attitude of a teenager. A popular girl in school and exceptionally gifted, she however is too smart for her own good - things that should be challenging to many are simple and meagre to her. Her confidence and strength only amplify with age. She, however, tries to take on too much and consume all the knowledge she can. Dark-haired and in neutral colors most of the time. Caucasian.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Large Principal	Young Lori	Female 8 - 13 Years old
Description Young Lori is an exuberant personality - she loves the challenge and is a perfect example of what a kid should be like at the age of 9. No one can tell her she can’t do anything. She easily learns from her mistakes. A girly type of girl with dirty blonde hair, she wears soft colours - comprising mainly of pastels. Caucasian.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Large Principal	Young Steven	Male 8 - 13 Years old
Description Young Steven is the pride of the family. He represents everything good in the world. He’s kind and well-mannered - the other kids all want to be friends with him, and everyone’s parents use him as an example for their kids to aspire to be. Always well-dressed and taking great care of his appearance, in Young Steven’s life everything needs to be perfect - and he puts the effort to make it so. Caucasian.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Actor	Alex	Male 30 - 38 Years old
Description A handsome guy with black hair and blue eyes, his charm always comes through. As Penny’s biological father, he takes her out on most weekends. However, he and Penny's mother, Lori, do not get along very well. Caucasian, approx 6'1".
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Actor	Secretary	Female 20 - 28 Years old
Description A cute redhead in her mid 20s, this secretary is a.small town girl trying to make it in the big city while articling in law school. Lawyers find her amusing, but she really is just a clumsy and apologetic girl. Caucasian.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Actor	Goon	Male 25 - 32 Years old
Description Goon is involved with some gang activity with Wade. A man in his late 20s with a strong build, and intimidating stature, he thinks with his head more than Wade. Open Ethnicity.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Actor	Customer	Male 38 - 45 Years old
Description A guy in his early 40s looking to get his rocks off with Lori. He’s a bit of a pushover, kind of creepy in his own way and just your average kind of guy. Open Ethnicity.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Actor	Roommate	Female 38 - 45 Years old
Description A mid-30s grungy-looking woman, sickly from drug use. Low-income, has her unkempt hair in a bun. Gets by on old pizza and snacks when she's not shooting up meth. Open Ethnicity.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Actor	Barista	Female 20 - 28 Years old
Description A barista in her early 20s, if Starbucks had an ideal employee it would be her. She’s sassy and witty, but genuinely likes her job. The job doesn’t do much for her but at least it pays her bills. Open Ethnicity.

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