OVERVIEW
Welcome to the Brass Eagle is a ten episode full-cast fantasy fiction audio drama in development. The series is narrated by Mike LeBeau and stars E.R. Hollands, Maddi Albregts, and Connor Bushoven.
Episode 1 can be found on all podcasting platforms, and at http://www.brasseaglepod.com
A full list of our Episode 1 cast and crew can be found here!
Alternatively, you can submit to our casting email by following the specs here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fzhh6sA1VfqsOLWOvi1tZm_apYj10p6DjP0tK2Fxzo8/edit?tab=t.0
The Brass Eagle Tavern is an ancient place full of secrets. The building takes its name from the eagle statue above the central fireplace. When the clock strikes midnight, the entire tavern is whisked away somewhere new. Over the course of the show, we follow the tavern’s denizens as they encounter all sorts of danger and eventually uncover the mystery of the building’s origin.
This casting call is for characters that appear in Episode 4 and Episode 5. Some are planned to reappear in future episodes; payment and word counts per episode appearance are listed alongside each character.
Please note that this is a non-union production. The show is being produced on a set budget, with each actor receiving a flat rate for their participation in the episode. Payment will be via Paypal. All amounts are in USD.
Live directed sessions will be scheduled for early 2025; asynchronous lines and pickups may be requested after these sessions are done.
No part of the production makes use of generative AI.
ABOUT THE CREATORHi! I’m Connor, a 3D modeler by day and voice actor by night. Welcome to the Brass Eagle is a project I’ve been developing since 2021. I’ve worked on feature films, animated series, and advertising. You can find my full credits on my IMDb page, as well as my website.
ABOUT THIS CASTING CALLCertain episodes of this show deal with elements of personal trauma, frightening situations, and more. For lack of a better description, we’re aiming for a PG-13 rating.
This project is LGBTQ+ friendly and contains characters of many different identities. For this casting call, all roles except the Captain are open casting–meaning any actor may audition for any role they feel may fit, regardless of pronouns, accent, identity, etc.
HOW TO AUDITION:Please include your email and discord handle in your audition comment.
Please record no more than 3 takes in ABCABC format. Please read the lines as written on the first take; minor ad-libs are welcome on subsequent takes.
Slating is not required. Please include contact information in your audition comment (email and discord).
Audio quality is very important to this production. High-quality USB/XLR mics are a must. Please ensure you're in a noise-free environment. We ask that you submit your auditions with no post-processing (aside from cutting mistakes) so we can hear the audio as it will be recorded.
You can attach a demo reel if you have one (not required).
Auditions close Monday December 30, 2024 at 12 AM EST.
Thank you so much to everyone who has auditioned! At this time all selected actors have been contacted. More casting calls will be posted in the near future! You can stay up to date by following the project on Twitter at brasseaglepod
$65 USD // 337 words (Episode 4)
$25 USD // 166 words (Episode 10)
The Titan is an ancient and primordial being, the embodiment of winter and ice; the element of change. The Titan stands hundreds of feet tall and speaks with a deep, rumbling voice.
The Titan is placid and wise, acting as a foil to the main characters who, being humans, are often caught up with such trivial matters as mortality or emotion. Unique among their kind, the Titan looks upon humans with fondness or even kindness, although it doesn’t quite understand them.
TITAN, mild confusion: Little Keeper, did you not tell them of me? // KEEPER: Er, there isn’t really an easy way to explain…you. // TITAN: Hmph.
AMARA: Sorry! Didn’t mean to be rude. I just…your reputation precedes you. // TITAN, dry: So I’ve heard. That’s the thing about stories– powerful as they may be, they can also be venomous, bitter things if told recklessly.
KEEPER, vulnerable: You know how this ends. Every time. In the end, it’s always just me. // TITAN: You don’t know that. Maybe this time it’ll be different. // KEEPER: How can you believe that? // TITAN: I’ve been around far longer than even you. Seasons change, little Keeper. Nothing lasts forever.
$75 USD // 707 words (Episode 5)
$50 USD // 156 words (Episode 10)
NOTE: We are specifically seeking Black talent for this role.
The Captain is a dreaded pirate–although anyone who called her that to her face would find themselves on the bad end of a cutlass. With decades of experience on the sea, she is a woman in her early to late middle age (50-65). She is a fearless leader, harsh when crossed yet compassionate and disciplined with her crew. At some point in the past, she lost her left eye and had it replaced with a sapphire prosthetic…all the better to intimidate her foes with.
The young First Mate is her protege and adoptive daughter, who she has been preparing to one day captain her own vessel.
When the Brass Eagle Tavern appears on her ship, the Captain has to decide what will happen to her unwanted visitors. She is fully aware of the intimidating effect she has on people, and uses it to her advantage when making sure Amara, Ellis, and the Keeper fall into line.
CAPTAIN, looming: I don’t know you, my crew doesn’t know you, and it’s going to be a bitch to try and navigate a ship with a building on it. Do you see my dilemma?
CAPTAIN, humorless: I’m glad you understand. I’m not a woman who makes a habit of repeating herself.
CAPTAIN, a bit tipsy and sentimental (Leaning in): You don’t believe me? Fine. I’ll be sappy, for once. I’ve watched you grow from a scared child into one of the most capable sailors on the sea. Your potential would be wasted here. It’s time to take your cut and seek your fortunes elsewhere. You understand?
$50 USD // 285 words (Episode 5)
The Bosun is the muscular and tattooed right hand of the Captain, responsible for maintaining the ship and enforcing order among its crew. One might mistake him for a brute of few words, but he is sharp as a tack and carries out his orders with brutal efficiency. He obeys the Captain without question as one of her most loyal sailors.
He comes into conflict with the Keeper when he is tasked with getting the man’s secrets out of him, and finds the task more difficult than he expected. Still, they may yet come to an understanding.
BOSUN: Bastard! He bit me! // KEEPER (panting): I told you, I’m not going anywhere– // BOSUN: Shut UP! [Sound of a grunt as the Bosun knocks the Keeper out cold.]
BOSUN: Captain’s word is final. Best show a little respect, and don’t you try anything.
BOSUN, in a rousing battle cry: I’LL BE DAMNED IF I LET ANOTHER UNWANTED PASSENGER ONTO MY SHIP! RAAAAAAHH!
$25 USD // 54 words (Episode 5)
The Navigator is the shrewd and level-headed second officer of the crew. She is responsible for charting the vessel’s course and manning the helm. She and the first mate are close, and share a familiarity the navigator doesn’t often give to the rest of the crew.
NAVIGATOR, quietly awestruck: You…go get the Captain. Now.
NAVIGATOR, yawning: Oh yeah. Back to my hammock for me. You two had best get downstairs before the galley’s picked clean by those seagulls we call a crew.
NAVIGATOR, confirming orders: Ready as well on the helm!
