BARTHOLOMEW MIDAS (Male, 65-75) - A Supporting Character, a selfmade Billionaire Industrialist and Philanthropist, founder and president of Midas Industries who has truly earned his mythological namesake's reputation for the "golden touch."

Character Overview: Bartholomew Midas is a leading industrialist, philanthropist, and businessman who has made New Atlantis his base of operations. As one of the few genuinely honest businessmen in the city, he stands out in a landscape often dominated by corruption. His success stems from both brilliant business acumen and an authentic desire to benefit society through his wealth and influence.

Voice & Performance Requirements:

• Warm, cultured voice that conveys both wisdom and childlike enthusiasm
• Ability to portray someone who's genuinely excited about his projects and discoveries
• Range that suggests both business sophistication and endearing eccentricity
• Skill in conveying benevolent authority mixed with grandfatherly charm
• Talent for showing genuine care for others while maintaining entrepreneurial drive
• Comfort with delivering both boardroom discussions and philanthropic presentations
• Voice that inspires trust and suggests someone who delights in sharing knowledge
• Ability to convey both visionary thinking and practical business sense

Character Inspiration: Think of someone who combines entrepreneurial genius with infectious enthusiasm for innovation - a benevolent capitalist who genuinely wants to make the world better through his endeavors, possessing both gravitas and an almost childlike wonder at possibilities.

This is a significant supporting role with potential for expansion as the series progresses.