Resurrection X
by Synergos
Jan. 28 - Jan. 29 (2023)
In our original play, the United States is in crisis. Riots are filling the streets. A plague is decimating the population. Government oppression reigns and crime is rampant. The media is manipulating the country into conformity. In the midst of devastation, a strange figure appears. His words are awakening millions, while millions want him dead...His message is spreading. Is he a savior or a villain? Cult leader or great reformer? Son of Chaos or Son of God?
This controversial play explores how American society might react if a figure similar to Christ appeared today. Who would follow him? Who would fear him?
After submitting your audition form, you will be e-mailed an appointment based on your availability.
New Braunfels: January 28, 2023: Appointments Available: 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
San Marcos: January 29, 2023: Appointments Available: 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
*January 30: * Make-Up appointments available by request in New Braunfels
** Video Submissions available if submitted by January 28th.
Prepare
Prepare a 1-2 minute contemporary dramatic monologue.
* If you are doing a video submission, please perform 2 contrasting contemporary monologues.
** If you need help with finding a monologue or have questions, contact below.
Audition Contact
For audition questions, email here.
Callback Dates / Times
Callbacks are on Monday, January 30 and Tuesday January 31 in New Braunfels
NOTE: Not all roles will be called back. Everyone will be informed by e-mail by the evening of January 29th
January 30: 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
January 31: 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
** Video Submissions available by request if unavailable for in-person callbacks.
Audition Locations
San Marcos: January 27, 2023
The Price Center - Upstairs MultiPurpose Room
222 W San Antonio St, San Marcos, TX 78666
New Braunfels: January 28, 2023
Legacy - Sanctuary
2002 Spur St, New Braunfels, TX 78132
Callbacks: January 30-31, 2023
Legacy - Sanctuary
2002 Spur St, New Braunfels, TX 78132
Crew Positions Available
If you want to be involved in the show but do not have any interest in performing, we have both paid and volunteer positions available.
Stipends available for: Sound Designer, Lighting Designer, Set Designer, Media/Marketing Director, & Stage Manager.
For more information on tech positions, email matt@unbindthemind.org
Character Breakdowns
All roles, except as noted, all roles are open to all ethnicities.
Actors should consider roles if they feel they can represent the age range or gender listed.
**Note: This is a large ensemble show with more than fifty speaking roles. These are roles we are auditioning for but, if you indicate on your audition form, we will consider you for all roles.**
CHRIS “SON OF MAN”: (male, age 27-38): A compassionate, mysterious leader full of life, love and passion
THUNDER DRESSEL: (male, age 19-35) A flamboyant, fierce, fun and compassionate man. Actor must be self assured and confident in this role and must be able to play an age range from early twenties to sixties. Most of the play, he is in his twenties.
LIEUTENANT BULLOCK: (male, age 19-35) Lieutenant Bullock is a cop who starts the play as a young rookie and is thrust into the limelight after he tries to save a child’s life. He is either a stereotypical New York Cop or a Texas Good old boy. Must be able to play an age range of 23-65)
DETECTIVE GONZALES: (female, age 25-45) Detective Gonzales is a highly competent Detective who wants to make a name for herself. Born after most of the events in the show, she is highly opinionated and wants Thunder to change his story.
KEEFA “THE ROCK” ANDERSON: (male, age 17-35) Keefa is an outspoken follower of Jon the “Extremist” who becomes thrust in the limelight when he helps Lieutenant Bullock save a child. He is one of the first to join the “Son of Man” group.
MERCY JOHNSON: (female, age 25-45) Mercy’s daughter, Shondra is dying of the plague and the hospitals will not let her in to save her baby girl. She reaches out to the “Son of Man” group and her life will never be the same.
JAMIE “THE GENIUS” DRESSEL: (male 19-35) Thunder’s brother and part of the Inner Circle of The “Son of Man” Group. He is a genius, raised by Thunder. He is highly educated and questions everything
CAPTAIN SOLANO: (male or female, age 35+) Bullock’s Captain throughout the play, Captain Solano is a political animal. He knows how to pander to crowds of all types and is involved in everything from the Austin Riots to Marley’s Act. He knows many secrets and saves them for the right time.
REVEREND DR. STRICKLAND: (male age 50+) Head of the National Church. He is kind, charismatic and empathetic to the public. Behind closed doors, he is a powerful influencer. The “Son of Man” Group intrigues him and he looks to capitalize on their fame.
NEWSCASTER: (male or female age 25+) Comments on daily events with the appearance of neutrality. S/he is highly motivated to be the top anchor in America and is the audience’s eye into current events..
CAROLINE CHAMBERS: (female age 25+) A reporter who prides herself in her accuracy. Is on the scene from the Austin riots to the creation of the mysterious crime bill called “Marley’s Law”
JON “THE EXTREMEST”: (male African-American/Latino age 19+) a homeless man of faith who many are following. However, in the face of mass protests, he may be a victim.
JOSEPH BARRABAS: (male African-American/Latino age 19+) A leader who takes up Jon’s cause after tragedy.
MARIA ESPINOSA: (female African-American/Latino age 19+) a woman in the inner city who has a hard life. Something tragic happened to her when she was younger and she is now being trafficked in Los Angeles.
KIDS
MARLENE: (female age 7-10) a young girl who gets caught in the cross-fires during the riots. After her death, an anti-crime bill with her name in it, comes to the forefront of the National News.
SHONDRA: (female age 6-12) Mercy’s daughter who is dying of the plague and her mother reaches out to Chris to save her life.
GROUPS
SON OF MAN GROUP: 12 diverse followers of Chris with varying backgrounds and opinions.
PASTORS OF AMERICA: Pastors investigating Chris and trying to bring the nation to spirituality.
POLICE: Officers with various forms of integrity. They help instigate the Austin Riots and are tasked with investigating the “Son of Man” Group.
KIDS ENSEMBLE: Children of all ages for jump-roping, dancing, and fun scenes with the Son of Man Group.
