PODCAST

please send audition inquiries to brokenspokesubmissions@gmail.com
and specify the role you're auditioning for. 
see links below for character descriptions and scenes.

Megan (Female):

Megan possesses a complex personality, blending intelligence with a scathing wit, and often reveals a dismissive and superior attitude towards others. She resembles characters typically played by Aubrey Plaza, exuding a quick-witted, tough exterior.
 

Personality Traits:​

• Introverted and Reserved: Megan is portrayed as the intimidating middle sister, often withdrawn into her own world, highlighted by her preference for isolation with her music and phone.

• Sarcastic and Direct: Her interactions are laced with a sharp, no-nonsense attitude that can often come off abrasive.

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Scene Requirements:

• Emotional Range: Ability to convey deep-seated frustration and disconnection subtly, without overt displays of emotion.

• Interpersonal Dynamics: Skilled at portraying tension and conflict in relationships, especially in scenes requiring sharp verbal exchanges and confrontational body language.

• Balancing Intensity with Subtlety: While Megan is outwardly tough, the role demands an ability to subtly express the internal conflicts and vulnerabilities that drive her actions.

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Ideal for an actress who excels at playing complex characters with a tough exterior but a nuanced internal world, capable of delivering powerful performances with minimal dialogue.

*Looking for female age 18-24

Dr. Weyland (Female): 
 

Mother, also known as Dr. Weyland, embodies a complex dual role in "Wake Up, Dolores." As the matriarch of a technologically advanced household and a clinical therapist, she juggles her familial responsibilities with professional duties, balancing nurturing warmth with a clinical, analytical demeanor.

Appearance and Demeanor:

Dr. Weyland's expressions shift subtly between motherly affection and clinical detachment, depending on the context of her interactions, particularly with her daughters and clients.

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Personality Traits:

• Empathetic yet Analytical: Dr. Weyland exhibits deep empathy towards her daughters' struggles, yet she retains a detached analytical edge, especially when addressing their psychological issues.

• Authoritative: She commands respect through her calm, measured tone and rarely raises her voice, using her expertise in psychology to guide and sometimes manipulate conversations to her clinical ends.

• Complex Morality: Her morality is layered, often presenting ethical dilemmas that question the boundaries of motherly love and the ethics of psychological intervention.​

Acting Requirements:

The role requires a strong ability to convey complex emotions and switch seamlessly between warmth and detachment. The actress must handle scenes requiring subtle manipulation and significant emotional depth, offering a portrayal that keeps the audience questioning her true motives and the ethical implications of her actions.

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April (Female):
 

Appearance: April has a youthful yet thoughtful demeanor. She should be able to convey deep emotions subtly, often through expressions and minimal dialogue. 

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Personality Traits:

• Reflective and observant: April often appears lost in thought, absorbed in her surroundings or her phone conversations.

• Independent and self-reliant: She navigates the city's darker, more deserted areas alone and with a calm demeanor, signaling her comfort with solitude and night settings.

• Expressive and responsive: April's face and body language should reflect a range of emotions, from anticipation and curiosity to fear and horror, as her situation shifts dramatically.

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Morgan (Female):
 

Morgan is a young woman with an expressive face that vividly displays her fluctuating emotions. Her physical demeanor reflects both strength and vulnerability, with a casual, approachable style that makes her relatable to a wide audience.

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Personality Traits:

• Morgan is both charming and socially awkward, capable of humor in one breath and intense anxiety in the next. Her dialogue reveals a quirky self-awareness and a tendency to overthink.

• ​Morgan is portrayed rehearsing for a seemingly important personal interaction, suggesting her desire for connection and approval. However, her encounter with a dark figure thrusts her into a terrifying survival situation, showcasing her ability to confront fear and adversity.

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*The role requires a dynamic range, able to navigate from light-hearted self-deprecation to intense fear and desperation. 

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