#casting reveal

[inyourbenevolence]

"They can clearly all see something. There must be something to see. I just need to see it too."

Wrenfrew, the Observer – played by Nathan @theneoncaster Blades

In your benevolence, the Observer pleads for The meaning of Low Extremes.

@merelymatt says, Nathan takes a character in the middle of a class and social anxiety spiral – and makes you want to join them there. If that isn't what the tumblr audio drama luvvies want, then I don't know what is.

[inyourbenevolence]

"They’re saying all this is your will."

Meridian, the Philosopher – played by Annette Badland

In your benevolence, the Philosopher appeals for A sign of your loving indulgence.

@merelymatt says, what can I say about Annette Badland? A legend; a pro; we're so lucky to have her. Her first take was prepared and flawless, then director Rob gave her a different direction to try, and her second take was as flawless as if she'd known what he'd suggest and rehearsed that too. She just flipped a switch and immediately became this alternative version of the character, without a stumble. It's all the team could talk about for the rest of the day.

[inyourbenevolence]

"Can you grieve for something that hasn't had a chance to really exist yet?"

Kildress, the Artist – played by David Holt

David Holt - Voice Artist | Actor

David has appeared in many TV, film, and international productions. His range of character voices and accents, along with narration, comedy,

In your benevolence, the Artist appeals for A dream come true.

@merelymatt says, if you've ever been stuck at the final hurdle of a fic, or a drawing, or any artwork – so near, and yet so far – this one's for you. David absolutely nails the frustration and the yearning, the wanting it to be finished but also wanting it to be perfect, just like you imagined.

[inyourbenevolence]

"You’re going to want to pay attention to this one."

Arx, the Rebel – played by Patrick McKenzie

In your benevolence, the Rebel wishes for you to Confirm our suspicions.

@merelymatt says, Patrick was so open and curious on recording day. Any time he wasn't performing he was asking me questions about the story and the character, and asking Stephen about the studio, and asking Sarah about @wirelesstheatre. His character has a lot of conviction, a lot of righteousness, but I think his natural curiosity blends through into the performance as well: Arx is willing to take another path. It's not their way or the high way, here in our big season finale. He leaves openings for other offers. Will they come...?

[inyourbenevolence]

"Everyone talks about coping strategies. I haven’t found mine yet."

Orsa, the Trophy – played by Saffron Coomber

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Actor. Represented by CAM and Luberroklin. Author of Breathe into The Bones.

In your benevolence, the Trophy appeals for Disappointment at the dig.

@merelymatt says, on the page, this episode is the most me – out of the whole season, she's the most embarrassed to want, embarrassed to ask. It's not me any more though – now the character belongs 100% to Saffron, who discovered the crystal core of determination and resolve I didn't know was there, under the shyness and the hedging.

[inyourbenevolence]

"If I’d realised sooner ... perhaps I could have done something."

Tullup, the Lover – played by Harry Myers

Harry Myers actor and voiceover artist

Harry Myers - Voiceover, Voice actor, Actor

In your benevolence, the Lover wishes To understand Porphyra.

(Porphyra also played by Harry Myers.)

@merelymatt says, Harry breaks my heart in this one. He gets across the fragile hope, under crushing pressure from impending resignation, that you get when you really, really need to know one way or the other, but you really, really, don't want it to be the other. Know what I mean?