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Lucious

Stop The Funeral - The Remix

Theatre 100-300 Man, Woman, Non-Binary Person, Trans Man, Trans Woman 25 - 50 Non Union Principal 07/31/2026 New York City

About the Job

Lucious is the attorney everyone wants in their corner—and fears sitting across from. Brilliant, polished, and impeccably composed, he possesses the rare ability to make people feel completely understood while quietly dismantling their confidence. His greatest weapon is not his legal knowledge but his mastery of human psychology. A silver-tongued strategist, Lucious speaks with warmth, precision, and unwavering confidence. He projects sincerity, integrity, and calm authority, earning trust almost instantly. Yet beneath the polished exterior lies a master manipulator who uses charm, wit, and carefully chosen words to control every conversation. His insults are never obvious; they arrive wrapped in compliments, leaving their target questioning themselves long after the exchange has ended. Lucious thrives on being the smartest person in the room. His immense willpower, razor-sharp intellect, and formidable ego drive him to win at all costs. He studies people with meticulous attention, identifying their fears, motivations, and weaknesses before deciding exactly how to influence them. He rarely raises his voice or loses his composure because he never has to—his confidence alone commands attention. Though outwardly sophisticated and refined, Lucious is relentlessly ambitious and highly competitive. Every interaction is calculated, every word intentional, and every relationship viewed through the lens of leverage and opportunity. Whether advocating in a courtroom, negotiating behind closed doors, or engaging in a private conversation, he is always several moves ahead. Seeking: A commanding actor with exceptional verbal dexterity, effortless charisma, and the ability to shift seamlessly between genuine warmth and quiet menace. The performance should balance intelligence, subtle humor, and psychological complexity, creating a character audiences admire even as they question his motives.

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