Stories of Saints
Project Overview
Stories of Saints is an immersive audio-drama series that brings to life the real histories of Christian saints through vivid storytelling, authentic dialogue, and richly layered soundscapes. Each episode is based on historical sources, dramatizing the trials, miracles, and triumphs of men and women whose faith shaped the world around them.
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Apollonius is a Roman official who oversees Kyriaki’s trial. He is pragmatic, authoritative, and often weary of prolonged proceedings. His tone blends the weight of authority with frustration at Kyriaki’s unyielding faith. (Vaguely middle-eastern accent/impression required)
Ah. The girl who felled a temple and a commander.
Do you not see the power arrayed against you? You are one against an empire.
So be it. Your blood is on your own head.
Ilarion is known as the butcher of the faithful—a cruel executioner. Looking for a deep, menacing male voice that conveys brutality and intimidation. (Vaguely Middle-Eastern accent/impression required)
Bring her.
They say no fire burns you. No lash weakens you. But I'm not like them.
Take her to the temple of the idols. Let her see with her own eyes who holds the power.
Diocletian is the Roman emperor, commanding and ruthless. He speaks with authority and contempt. Looking for a deep, imposing male voice that conveys imperial authority and harshness. (Vaguely Middle-Eastern accent/impression required)
You — man of Galilee. You taught your household to scorn the gods of Rome?
Then perhaps your back will learn what your tongue refuses. Strip him. Send him to the courtyard. Let him feel the justice of the empire.
Then let him praise his Christ before the sword. Send him — and the woman — to Governor Justus in Melitini. Let them die by Roman law.
Rich Man is the wealthy and entitled father of a nobleman. He believes his son deserves Kyriaki and tries to buy her hand with lavish gifts. Looking for a mature male voice that conveys arrogance and privilege. (Vaguely Middle-Eastern accent/impression required)
They say she is unmatched — in beauty, in virtue, even in speech.
My son will have her. Make the offer, with gifts if necessary.
Evsevia is Kyriaki’s mother. She appears briefly but anchors the scene with a calm, faith-filled blessing. Even with only one line, her presence should feel nurturing and spiritually firm — a mother who strengthens her daughter without theatrics. (Vaguely middle-eastern accent/impression required)
- female adult
May God strengthen you, my beloved.
The Captain of the Guard is the messenger from Emperor Maximian, stern and duty-bound. He informs Apollonius about the prisoner Kyriaki and carries orders for her quiet execution. Looking for a strong, authoritative male voice that conveys military discipline. (Vaguely Middle-Eastern accent/impression required)
Imperator Maximian sends this girl. She’s a Nazarene — defiant, unbreakable. She’s withstood fire, lash, and iron without flinching.
He wants her... erased. Quietly. Without spectacle.
Dominus Apollonius — there’s a matter awaiting your review. A prisoner. Kyriaki of Nicomedia.
The Second Guard is one of the men assigned to torture Kyriaki. He is reluctant, weary, and eventually overwhelmed by her resilience. Looking for a male voice, mid-30s to 50s, that can convey both cruelty and doubt. (Vaguely Middle-Eastern accent/impression required)
I... I can’t... My arm... (out of breath)
No, Imperator. I’ll continue. (out of breath)
It’s like the blows don’t even touch her... (out of breath)
A faithful witness who proclaims the miracles he sees, praising Christ and defending Kyriaki. Looking for a passionate, enthusiastic voice that conveys awe and conviction. (Vaguely Middle-Eastern accent/impression required)
She is of the Most High!
This is no sorcery — this is the Christ she speaks of!
Glory to living God!
The Guard is one of the soldiers assigned to torture Kyriaki. He is initially cruel and dutiful, but becomes frightened and astonished by her resilience as the torture continues. We need a male voice that conveys both harsh authority and growing dread. (Vaguely Middle-Eastern accent/impression required)
She doesn’t even flinch... Again!
It’s like the blows don’t even touch her...
Get her out! The gods are falling!
The Court Officer delivers reports to Emperor Diocletian, summarizing the defiance of the accused and the state of the execution. He should sound formal, concise, and urgent, with a clear authoritative male voice. (Vaguely Middle-Eastern accent/impression required)
Emperor Diocletian — the man does not bend.
He praises Christ with every strike.
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