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Actors for "The Pathway to Freedom" a Historical Drama in LA

Vacherie, LA, United States
ID: 314972Exp: 8/2/2026
Description:

ONLY SC, VA, TX, AND LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Casting call for "The Pathway to Freedom," a historical drama, seeking talented union and non-union actors for featured speaking roles and background performers. See more details below. About the project: The Pathway to Freedom is a powerful historical drama that follows the lives of enslaved men, women, and children who are violently separated from their families and forced into a life of unimaginable suffering. As hope begins to fade, they discover that courage, faith, resilience, and unity become their greatest weapons against oppression. Their journey is one of sacrifice, survival, and the relentless pursuit of true freedom. Rate: Paid, deferred, and volunteer opportunities are available. Additional info: Principal photography will take place across several historically significant locations, including: Vacherie, Louisiana Wallace, Louisiana Mount Pleasant, South Carolina Charleston, South Carolina Mount Vernon, Virginia Charlottesville, Virginia Texas If interested, please submit: Professional headshot Acting résumé (if available) 1–2 minute self-tape (monologue or scene) Selected applicants will be contacted with audition details after their submission has been reviewed.

6 roles

Lead MaleMale20-39 y.o.African-American

Strong, resilient, and a natural leader determined to protect his people and fight for freedom.

Lead FemaleFemale20-39 y.o.African-American

Courageous, intelligent, and compassionate, with unwavering faith that inspires others.

Elder/MentorMale40-69 y.o.African-American

A wise and spiritual guide who offers hope, wisdom, and strength through unimaginable hardship.

Rebel/FighterMale20-49 y.o.African-American

Bold, fearless, and willing to risk everything to challenge injustice and lead the resistance.

Overseer/AntagonistMale30-59 y.o.African-American

Intimidating, ruthless, and authoritative, serving as the primary force of oppression.

Supporting Roles & ExtrasBoth genders18-96 y.o.African-American

Men, women, and children of all ages portray enslaved families, plantation workers, slave traders, soldiers, townspeople, abolitionists, Union soldiers, and other historical characters.