DocuDrama
Pharaohs: Rise & Fall
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Details
Episode:
101-103
Union:
Non union
Area of media:
DocuDrama
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
$250/day flat - inclusive of travel to Hamilton, ON
Deadline:
July 2, 2024
Auditions:
Picture Casting
Shooting starts:
July 19, 2024
Shooting finishes:
July 24, 2024
Shooting locations:
Hamilton, ON (interior shoot)
Cities for response:
Toronto
Comments
The role involves non-speaking parts in historical reenactments/ stylized recreations, portraying Ancient Egyptians.
- For wardrobe attire, male talent must be comfortable with bare chests, wearing a toga or loincloth paired with skin-colored undergarments, and having their arms and legs exposed.
- Seeking individuals with natural hair, no modern dyes, highlights or painted fingernails.
- Rapid testing will be conducted promptly for individuals exhibiting symptoms of Covid.
- Transportation is not included, no shuttle from Toronto.
- For wardrobe attire, male talent must be comfortable with bare chests, wearing a toga or loincloth paired with skin-colored undergarments, and having their arms and legs exposed.
- Seeking individuals with natural hair, no modern dyes, highlights or painted fingernails.
- Rapid testing will be conducted promptly for individuals exhibiting symptoms of Covid.
- Transportation is not included, no shuttle from Toronto.
Storyline
The secret lives of Pharaohs lie buried, waiting to be revealed.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | King Narmer | Male 30 - 40 Years old |
Description Middle Eastern. An ancient Egyptian pharaoh with a strong build, sharp features, and piercing eyes.  | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Khufu | Male 35 - 45 Years old |
Description Middle Eastern. A formidable ancient Egyptian ruler, commanding and robust, driven by ambitious visions and unwavering determination. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Akhenaten | Male 25 - 35 Years old |
Description Middle Eastern. A tall, slender pharaoh with a distinctive elongated face. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Nefertiti | Female 20 - 30 Years old |
Description Middle Eastern. Queen of the 18th Dynasty of Ancient Egypt, Nefertiti is a regal beauty with high cheekbones, crowned by her iconic tall, flat-topped headdress. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Ramesses II | Male 30 - 50 Years old |
Description Middle Eastern. One of the greatest pharaohs of Ancient Egypt, known for his commanding presence, strong square jaw, and chiseled physique. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Cleopatra | Female 25 - 35 Years old |
Description Mediterranean, Middle Eastern. An enchanting queen with striking eyes, often adorned in lavish Egyptian attire. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Mark Antony | Male 35 - 45 Years old |
Description Eastern European, Hispanic. A powerful Roman politician with a ruggedly handsome face and curly hair exuding charisma and authority. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Alexander the Great | Male 25 - 30 Years old |
Description Mediterranean. King of the ancient kingdom of Macedon, renowned as one of history's greatest military strategists, distinguished by his imposing presence and distinctive golden-brown hair. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Ptolemy I | Male 25 - 30 Years old |
Description Middle Eastern. A Macedonian general with a sturdy build and a prominent nose, often depicted with a confident, authoritative demeanour. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Julius Caesar | Male 40 - 50 Years old |
Description White, Eastern European, Hispanic. A Roman general and statesman, with a prominent nose and a receding hairline, exuding authority and intelligence. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Amenhotep III | Male 11 - 14 Years old |
Description Middle Eastern. A majestic pharaoh with a serene expression, often depicted wearing elaborate royal regalia. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Ahmose | Male 20 - 25 Years old |
Description Middle Eastern. A pharaoh and founder of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt. Ahmose had a strong, angular jawline, intense eyes, and a muscular physique, often adorned in traditional warrior attire. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Tetisheri | Female 50 - 65 Years old |
Description Middle Eastern. A dignified matriarch with graceful features, wise eyes, and a regal bearing. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Ahhotep | Female 35 - 45 Years old |
Description Middle Eastern. An ancient Egyptian queen with piercing eyes, often adorned in intricate royal attire. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Ahmose-Nefertari | Female 20 - 25 Years old |
Description Middle Eastern. The first Great Royal Wife of the 18th Dynasty of Ancient Egypt, known for her serene gaze, delicate features, and an aura of wisdom and grace. | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Non Speaking | Shabaka | Male 30 - 40 Years old |
Description Black. The third Kushite pharaoh of the Twenty-fifth Dynasty of Egypt, known for his wise and imposing presence. | ||