SPRQ Media is excited to begin casting for Season Two of The Count of Monte Cristo, a gripping adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ classic tale of betrayal, revenge, and redemption. This season continues the journey of Edmond Dantès (now known as the Count of Monte Cristo) ten plus years after the events in Season One. Our team seeks versatile voice actors who can bring the characters' depth, intensity, and emotional journeys to life.
This adaptation will be directed by H.G. Zeissler with illustrations by Meredith Tuve. Previous voice actors will be asked to reprise their established roles. Season Two recording will be primarily asynchronous/remote throughout December 2024/January 2025, with an anticipated release in April 2025. Voice actors should ideally have access to professional recording equipment; however, lack of access will not impact casting decisions. Please note this in your submission.
Submissions should be sent to [email protected] no later than Friday, November 29, 2024.
Based on the characters introduced in Volume Two of Alexandre Dumas' novel, we are still in need of the following voices:
- *Albert de Morcerf. (20sM). Noble yet naïve. Seeking adventure and often oblivious to the darker truths about his family.
- Signor Pastrini. (50-60sM). Italian accent. Warm and accommodating. A savvy businessman eager to please his influential guests at his establishment. A natural storyteller.
- *Bertuccio. (40sM). The count’s steward. Fiercely loyal but deeply haunted by his past.
- Countess Guiccioli. (40sF). Elegant and socially adept in Roman society. Based on the historical Countess Teresa Guiccioli.
- Captain Gaetano. (30sM). Reliable and calm under pressure. A resourceful sailor who moonlights as a smuggler.
- Peppino. (20sM). Grateful and humble. Loyal to the count, and exhibits a quiet determination.
- *Haydée. (20sF). A princess. Dignified and resilient, with a quiet strength and grace. The count’s ward.
- *Baptistin. (30sM). The count's butler. The epitome of discretion, carrying out his duties with respect and a keen attention to detail.
- *Hermine Danglars. (40sF). Danglars' wife. Ambitious and cunning. Often scheming behind the scenes to achieve social and financial gain.
- *Héloïse de Villefort. (40sF). Villefort’s second wife. Coldly calculating and possessive. Driven by a ruthless desire to secure her son’s inheritance.
- *Edward de Villefort. (7M). Spoiled, oblivious young son of Villefort.
- *Lucien Debray. (20sM). Secretary to the minister. Smooth and calculating. Somewhat pompous. Friend of Albert.
- *Beauchamp. (20sM). Journalist. Intelligent and inquisitive. Friend of Albert.
- *Raoul de Château-Renaud. (20sM). Brave and honorable. A model of chivalry and loyalty. Friend of Albert.
- *Luigi Vampa. (22M). Leader of the Roman Bandits. Charismatic and ruthless. Possesses a sense of loyalty to those he respects.
- Ensemble. (Various). An assortment of single-episode characters, including maids, servants, coachmen, guards, and guests.
* indicates a multi-season commitment
NOTE ON ACCENTS: With the exception of Signor Pastrini's Italian accent, please use your normal accent/voice.
SUBMISSION: In your audition submission, please include the following:
- First and last name.
- City, State, & Country you will be recording from.
- Headshot and resume.
- Audio file (.mp3, .wav, or .m4a) of your interpretation of one of the monologues: Monologues
- Please state which monologue you've chosen. Choose one - all others will not be considered.
- Any monologue can be read for any character. It’s up to you on your interpretation and characterization.
- A description of your audio set up.
- Until SPRQ becomes bigger and we have an actual studio - that's the goal - all voice talent, with some exceptions, record remotely.
If you have specific character preferences or anything else you think we as a casting team should know, please state this in your submission.
We look forward to hearing your interpretation of these rich characters!