Mark Burnett and Roma Downey |
Burnett and Downey, who also stars in the miniseries as Mother
Mary, will give the starting command, “Drivers start your engines,” in addition
to being introduced at the drivers’ meeting and participating in pre-race
ceremonies.
“It is an incredible honor for us to host Mark and Roma. They are
two exceptional talents who are known worldwide for their work,” said
Martinsville Speedway President Clay Campbell. “We are delighted and proud to
be able to share a bit of our world with them for the STP Gas Booster 500.”
The Bible, which premiered on History on March 3 to more than 13 million
viewers, airs in two-hour segments every Sunday culminating on Easter. The
miniseries highlights the dramatic tales of faith and courage from Genesis
through Revelation including Noah’s Ark and the Exodus, Daniel in the Lion’s
Den and the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.
Narrated by Emmy Award-winning actor Keith David and featuring a
musical score by Grammy and Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer, The Bible will be available on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD on April 2 from
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.
The Bible four-disc Blu-ray and DVD set dives deeper into the making of the
series and features a behind-the-scenes look at how the groundbreaking
docudrama came together. Interviews with producers, directors, and cast
illustrate creative collaboration on-set and off and show how the remarkable
Moroccan scenery was transformed into the world of the Bible.
Mark Burnett has produced more than 1,200 hours of television
programming, airing in more than 70 countries worldwide. His current network
series include Survivor (CBS), The Voice (NBC), The
Celebrity Apprentice (NBC)
and Shark Tank (ABC).
Roma Downey is best known for her nine seasons as the star on the
hit show Touched by an
Angel, earning her
multiple best actress nominations for the Emmy Awards and Golden Globe
Awards.
Tickets for the STP Gas Booster
500 on Sunday, April 7, the Kroger 250 NASCAR Camping World
Truck Series race on Saturday, April 6 and NASCAR Sprint Cup and Camping World
Truck Series practice and qualifying on Friday, April 5 are on sale and can be
purchased by calling 1.877.RACE.TIX. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.martinsvillespeedway.com.
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