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Philip Neri

Philip Neri

The Apostle of Joy

Everyone
Age 7+
Age 10+
Age 13+

Italy, 1533. At the height of the Italian Renaissance, life is a game of rules. A few rich and powerful families control trade, commerce, banking, and even the Church!

For those who play along, power and pleasure await! But one young man - a wealthy merchant’s son - wants to play by different rules. This is the story of Philip Neri.

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Age 7+
Age 10+
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Philip Neri’s story exemplifies his true humility, charity, and joy. In 1500s Rome, Philip worked as a tutor, while selflessly teaching and providing for the poor. His wit and humor drew countless souls to Christ, showing that real sanctity isn’t stuffy, but cheerful. Philip’s life teaches lessons of cheerfulness, trust in God’s will, and selfless service. 

This series contains moments of intensity and danger. Philip Neri’s autopsy is described. Voices are raised in arguments. A thief threatens Philip and a crowd in Rome with violence. Characters mock Philip for his poverty and bizarre way of life. Philip’s intense experience of having his heart expanded by the Holy Spirit is portrayed.

Cast & Crew

Cast

Phillip Neri – Dane Larson
Antonio – Casey Ross
Romolo Neri – Jonathan Wainwright
Fr Rosa – Jonathan Wainwright
Pietro Caccia – Archer Geye
Maurice the Altar Boy – Archer Geye
Portia – Jenna Kristine Bonofiglio
Lola Mattei – Katherine Fennessey
Fr Bernardini – Ed Dzialo
Marcus – Ed Dzialo
Ignatius – Ed Dzialo
Street Vendor – Archer Geye
Doctor – Paul Vinger
Servant – Paul Vinger
Roberto – Jack Burr
Pilgrim – Ed Dzialo
Thief – Jack Burr
Young Men – Casey Ross, Archer Geye, Jack Burr
Market Crowd – Casey Ross, Paul Vinger, Archer Geye, Katherine Fennessey, Ed Dzialo

Writing & DIrection

Joseph Marsh – Director

Writers – Judy Zocchi, Kiley Lawrence
Director – Joseph Marsh

Script Development

Head of Script Development – Judy Zocchi
Script Associate – Kiley Lawrence

Casting

Casting Director – Kevin Collins

Production

Production Manager – Amy StrickerDialect Coach – Eva Breneman

Sound

Audio Director – Kevin Conroy
Assistant Sound Designer – Nicolás Mangione
Music Designer – Jacob Brusseau
Audio Reviewer – Jacob Brusseau
Audio Assembler – Christina Hiromoto

Producers

Executive Producer – Peter Atkinson

Special Thanks