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Secrets of Ancient Structures

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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:

Nov 4, 2024

Auditions:

Photo Casting

Shooting starts:

Nov 20, 2024 Hamilton, ON (interior shoot)

Shooting finishes:

Nov 25, 2024

Shooting locations:

Hamilton, ON (interior shoot)

Cities for response:

Toronto

Comments

All roles for the historical reenactments and stylized recreations are non-speaking.
- Male talent (for select roles) should be comfortable with bare chests, wearing a toga or loincloth with skin-coloured undergarments, and having exposed arms and legs.
- For female talent (for select roles), the wardrobe will consist of a combination of loincloths, leather dresses and tops, and clothing made from plant fibres. The outfits will include revealing elements that highlight the legs, arms, shoulders, and midriff, but will not feature nudity.
- Temporary tattoos may be applied to the face, neck, and arms by wardrobe.
- Seeking talent without modern hair dyes, highlights, or painted fingernails.
- Transportation is not included, no shuttle from Toronto.
MUST BE ONTARIO RESIDENTS.

Storyline

Ancient mysteries behind groundbreaking builds. Every episode delivers three massive monuments and the secrets held within their walls. Brick by brick, the millennia-long mysteries come together.

Roles

Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Non Speaking	Ming Dynasty Soldier	Male 25 - 55 Years old
Description East Asian, male. Disciplined and courageous, embodying both strength and loyalty in his role as a protector of the empire. Note: Long hair or buzzed preferred.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Non Speaking	King Krishna I	Male 40 - 50 Years old
Description South Asian, male. A strong and visionary leader with a powerful presence, imposing stature, and keen gaze.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Non Speaking	King Krishna's Queen	Female 30 - 40 Years old
Description South Asian, female. Graceful elegance and expressive eyes. Note: No modern hair dyes or painted nails.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Non Speaking	King Chandra	Male 35 - 55 Years old
Description South Asian, male. A noble and wise ruler, known for his calm demeanour. Note: Talent should be comfortable bare-chested if required.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Non Speaking	Court Lady	Female 20 - 35 Years old
Description South Asian, female. Note: Must be comfortable with a sheer and/or cropped top in a scene with a sensual tone (though no actual nudity or intimacy; may be see through around the shoulders, neck line, or midriff). No modern hair dyes or painted nails.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Non Speaking	King Dhatusena	Male 50 - 60 Years old
Description South Asian, male. A determined and formidable ruler. Note: Talent should be comfortable bare-chested if required.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Non Speaking	Kashyapa	Male 20 - 35 Years old
Description South Asian, male. A thoughtful and ambitious leader, known for his contemplative nature. Note: Must be comfortable in a scene with a sensual tone (though no actual intimacy or nudity). Talent should be comfortable bare-chested.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Non Speaking	Khmer Worker	Male 20 - 45 Years old
Description South Asian, and Southeast Asian male. Note: Ideally longer hair. Talent should be comfortable bare-chested and in loincloth type wardrobe.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Non Speaking	Emperor Shah Jahan	Male 30 - 40 Years old
Description South Asian, male. Refined with an aura of elegance befitting his legacy of monumental architecture. Note: Beard and moustache.
Role type	Role	Gender & Age range
Non Speaking	Visitor/Labourer	All 25 - 40 Years old
Description South Asian, male or female. Note: If female: No modern hair dyes or painted nails. If male: talent should be comfortable bare-chested if requested.

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