JACKSON BROTHERS
WF MEDIA GROUP (WARNOCK FAMILY MEDIA GROUP) is currently seeking actors for their new scripted comedy-drama series “JACKSON BROTHERS.” The ten-episode series is created and written by Akintunde Warnock, Sr., who also co-stars and will direct every episode. The series will begin pre-production in December 2022 in Columbia. WFMG is currently finalizing distribution but expects the television series to be available in 2023.
The half-hour single-cam comedy-drama series tells the coming-of-age story of a fatherless teenager who lands a job cutting hair in a neighborhood barbershop owned by two brothers - who teach him the life skills needed to accompany his exceptional barbering talents. The series is not an autobiographical television series though it will borrow from key elements of Akintunde’s upbringing in Savannah Ga. The faith-based series will showcase the values of faith and manhood against the backdrop of a southern barbershop located in the heart of the African American community.
WFMG will oversee production end-to-end under its Oak View Point Films banner. Comedian and writer, Corie Johnson has been added to the writing team. Daniel Fisher will serve as Director of Photography. Casting will be overseen by Eunissa Warnock (The Assignment Agency) and Tangie Brickhouse Beatty (WOW Casting). Production Designer, Donna Johnson will work closely with Akintunde to create an authentic barber shop environment.
Akintunde is a 29-year comedian and writer with over 350 original television episodes as writing credits spanning “Showtime at the Apollo”, “The BET Awards”, “The Stellar Awards”, “The NAACP Image Awards”, and “The Monique Show”, just to name a few.
Below is a list of principal roles we are presently casting for. Please note: the ages listed are the age of the character - not the age of (you) the actor. If you are interested in auditioning for that role, click the link and download the side for your preparation, please print it and bring it with you. You do not have to memorize the lines. You may audition for as many roles as you would like (at the discretion of the casting panel). ** Not all roles are listed.**
Frank Jackson - Adult Male (50+)
50-something, old-school barber trying to take himself and his shop into a new era. A man of the community, a faithful Deacon within his church, he is well known by everyone but very few really know him. He’s layered and comfortable talking about some things not so much about others. He’s currently in the midst of a separation and on his way to a divorce.
Abe Jackson - Adult Male (60+)
60-something, Frank’s older brother and business partner. If Frank is attempting to step into the future, Abe is comfortably locked in the past. His style is one of a man much older. Abe has strong opinions and he likes to have fun. He will not shy away from a great debate.
Malik Warner - Teenage Male (16yr old)
16 year old handsome, charismatic teenager, with a strong personality yet respectful and likable. There’s a quiet peace about Malik. A bit of class clown, a self professed sneaky kid, yet with a clear limit and sense of right and wrong.
Michelle Warner - Adult Female (40+)
40-something hard working strong black woman who loves her child and loves GOD even the more. Everything she does at her core is about her children. She’s a firm throwback in her parenting style. As a woman, she still longs for a solid loving relationship, but she has no tolerance for foolishness which makes her appear to have s strong exterior.
Kalabe - Teenage Male (15-19yr old)
A likable athletic teenager trying to find his way, he fronts and acts hard at times, yet no one believes him. He often gets himself into tough situations as he often tries to be something he is not.
Dre - Teenage Male (15-19yr old)
A super thug with an explosive center. He doesn’t say much at times but when he wants to, he can go all the way there.
Ricky "Paper" Jones- Teenage Male
A criminal at his core, he is quiet and layered with a strange sense of style. Not a big man, he seems as though he has something to prove.
Kalabe- Teenage Male (15-19yr old)
A likable athletic teenager trying to find his way, he fronts and acts hard at times, yet no one believes him. He often gets himself into tough situations as he often tries to be something he is not.
Officer Kyle Stokes- Adult Male (40+)
40-something The neighborhood officer who knows everyone. For him it’s much more than a job - not afraid to bend the rules to do what is right. He is the very definition of community policing, he knows the Fairfield road community, and he’s not afraid to do his job.
Officer Kyle Stokes- Adult Male (40+)
40-something The neighborhood officer who knows everyone. For him it’s much more than a job - not afraid to bend the rules to do what is right. He is the very definition of community policing, he knows the Fairfield road community, and he’s not afraid to do his job.
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