Last Days of Koreshan
It’s 1908: Cyrus Teed, aka Koresh, leader of the egalitarian, socialist, and celibate commune Koreshan Unity, has uttered his last breath. Fortunately for him and his followers, salvation is upon them when his soul is transferred into the body of his platonic co-leader
Victoria Gratia. Unfortunately for the Koreshans, his teachings haven’t made clear when that will be. As they wait for Victoria’s arrival, Teed’s sister and most devoted follower, Emma must lead the community in prayer while his body lies on display in a bathtub—
testing time, her faith, and notions of mortality.
We are looking for 4 characters:Â
- Cyrus Teed, age Late 60s–70 , small, frail man. Striking eyes and squared jawline.
bare-shaved face. , charismatic, dramatic with a commanding voice, Dies in the first scene. Actor must be comfortable laying still for long duration, & having SFX makeup/Prosthetics made for/applied to them. Scenes where they are ‘dead’, their torso is exposed to the camera/audience.
- Jennie Andrews, early 60s ,blond–grey hair, fuller figure. a Southern Lady originally from Alexandria, VA. At first hesitant, but ultmately a believer in Koreshanity
- Emma Norton, Early 50s,small-statured, ashy hair. Efficient
Goodhearted
Loyal/Faithful
Patient
Strict
Caretaker & Herbalist
- Dr. Weimer, Early 50s , bearded, handsome and with a full head of hair and ROUND GLASSES. German-accented, has the fervor and superstition of
an evangelical preacher, yet he is educated on
ancient mythos and history. Part of the eclectic school
of osteopathy
recording in Broward County, dates/location TBD
Rehearsals will hold at least 1 virtually, 1–2 in person $50/day, 2-3 days
Recording Late April–May (Hold dates April 30–May 3) $150/day, 3 days
script read audition video will be requested. contact Steve for more info
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