National Casting: TBN TV Easter Special
KatzKasting: National Casting TBN TV Special “Jesus in the Passover”
Casting Director: Katrina Cook
Katz Kasting www.katzkasting.com
Production Company: Rare Bird
Project Name: Jesus in the Passover
Project Type: TBN TV Special
Genre: Easter, Faith based, Period Piece, Biblical Times, Egypt
Logline or Short Synopsis: An in-depth look at the meaning behind the Passover
Distribution/Usage: Trinity Broadcast Network (TBN) TV
Producer: Cassie Arza
Filming Dates: Mid February, 2023 (6 Days TBD)
Filming Location: Dallas, Texas & Weatherford, Tx (Capernaum Village)
Union Status: Non-Union
Terms of Hire: Local and Non-Locals may apply (see specific roles for details)
Travel: Provided on NATIONAL roles, Noted *Can be national
Lodging: Provided on NATIONAL roles & ALL ROLES (who live beyond 30 miles) for Weatherford location
Per Diem: Provided on NATIONALS & Dallas locals while on location in Weatherford
Additional Notes: You may need to learn to speak with a Hebrew Accent. Going for an authentic look overall, you may submit if you look the part, regardless of ethnicity.
Pay: $400-$600/day, based on role. See each character for specifics
Character Breakdown:
National Roles:
YESHUA - Lead, Male, to play age 33, Middle Eastern/Arabic/Mediterranean/Persian/Egyptian
*can be national
Pay Details: $600/day - shoot (~4),$250/day - travel/hold/prep/wardrobe/makeup fittings/tests (~4)
In appearance, we're looking for someone in line with conventional depictions of Jesus: early 30s, average height and build, a compelling look, long dark hair and a beard. Most important is talent and the right vibe - compassionate and compelling, able to be very tender or very strong. The role involves long monologues and high volume shooting days, so professionalism is of paramount importance. It's strongly preferred that the actor already has the hair and beard, but we would be willing to provide it for a performance that otherwise is a perfect fit.
PETER - Supporting, Male, to play age 30s, Middle Eastern/Arabic/Mediterranean/Persian/Egyptian
*can be national
Pay Details: $500/day - shoot (~6), $200/day - travel/hold/wardrobe/makeup fittings/tests (~3)
30s, should look about the same age as Jesus. Rugged, brash, gregarious, outspoken, even pushy - though not unkind. A leader, but with an "act-first, ask
questions later" kind of manner.
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JOHN - (Possible Minor) Supporting, Male, to play age 16/18, Middle Eastern/Arabic/Mediterranean/Persian/Egyptian
*can be national
Pay Details: $500/day - shoot (~6), $200/day - travel/hold/wardrobe/makeup fittings/tests (~3)
Late teens. Should have the same weathered look as the others, but should clearly be the youngest of the disciples. Little to no facial hair. A winsome, open, warm, sensitive manner.
JOANNA - (Minor) Supporting, Female, to play age 10/12, Middle Eastern/Arabic/Mediterranean/Persian/Egyptian
*can be national
Pay Details: $500/day - shoot (~5), $200/day - travel, wardrobe/makeup fittings/tests (~2)
10ish, lovely inside and out, wins the viewers over from the start. Excitable, but also capable of sensitivity, empathy, aware of the needs of others. A significant, demanding role for a young actress.
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DAVID - (Minor) Supporting, Male, to play age 12, Middle Eastern/Arabic/Mediterranean/Persian/Egyptian
*can be national
Pay Details: $500/day - shoot (~5) ,$200/day - travel/wardrobe/makeup fittings/tests (~2)
12 years old - in Jewish culture on the brink of being considered a man. Boyish in appearance, but eager to be part of the adults, one of the men, always looking to show his readiness.
DALLAS TEXAS LOCAL HIRE ONLY:
TOVIYAH - Supporting, Male, to play age 50s, Middle Eastern/Arabic/Mediterranean/Persian/Egyptian
Pay Details: $500/day - shoot (~5), $200/day - wardrobe/makeup fittings/tests (~1)
50s, broad and intimidating, but catch him interacting with his family and he's warm and gentle. The hardworking family protector, provider, leader - a position he loves. Would love to cast with a big beard.
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ALIZA -Supporting, Female, to play age 40s, Middle Eastern/Arabic/Mediterranean/Persian/Egyptian
Pay Details: $500/day - shoot (~5), $200/day - wardrobe/makeup fittings/tests (~1)
40s, elegant and gentle. Toviyah’s wife. Always active - serving, working, seeing to her husband and children. Always watching, reading the room, tuned into the thoughts and feelings of others.
OTHER DISCIPLES (10) - Supporting, Male, 20s, Middle Eastern/Arabic/Mediterranean/Persian/Egyptian
James, Andrew, Nathaniel, James of Alphaes, Judas, Thaddeus, Matthew, Philip, Simon the Zealot, Thomas
Pay Details: $400/day - shoot (~3), $200/day - wardrobe/makeup fittings/tests (~1)
These disciples should be mid 20s, rugged and sun-weathered, and bearded. Within these roles, we'd like to see a variety of looks. Though not all these roles have lines, they are not just scenery. Each will have significant camera time and one-on-one interaction with Jesus, so talent is required.
MOTHER MARY --Supporting, Female, to play late 40s, Middle Eastern/Arabic/Mediterranean/Persian/Egyptian
Pay Details: $400/day - shoot (~2), $200/day - wardrobe/makeup fittings/tests (~1)
45-50, weathered by a hard life, yet gently exuding peace. Mother of Jesus.
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MARY MAGDALENE --Supporting, Female, to play mid 30s, Middle Eastern/Arabic/Mediterranean /Persian/Egyptian
Pay Details: $400/day - shoot (~2), $200/day - wardrobe/makeup fittings/tests (~1)
Mid 30s, an inner strength and external beauty. Friend of Yeshua.
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To submit to this casting:
Agents/Talent:
via Casting Networks, upon release
Self-Submission:
Casting Networks
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Only if you are unable to submit online, do not send duplicate submissions, EMAIL photo & info to KATZ@KATZKASTING.COM with subject “(Name of Project)/ (Role) ”
Selection Process:
Auditions will be done by Self-Tape Video and must be returned by Thursday Jan 19
Callbacks will be done by Zoom.
Thank you!
Katrina Cook
Casting Director
Katz Kasting
