Selected open roles for talent
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Steve
One of David's office friends. A bro-type, comedic relief.
Quinn
David's other office friend. A bro-type, comedic relief.
Employee 1
An office clerk.
Employee 2
An office clerk who wants the new position. Note: Role requires partial nudity (underwear).
Employee 3
An office clerk.
Employee 4
An office clerk.
Sad Employee
Sad employee is distraught that Ben is leaving; they were close... or at least she thinks so.
Talib
Voice only. Talib is a young man, anxious, and sad. He’s spent his life chasing after an idealised version of himself, a version where he’s happy. In his daydreaming, he only became bitter about all the things he’d never have. This animated film begins at the moment of his death. Talib feels he never got a real chance to live, and from this feeling grows a desperation to return to his life before it’s too late.
Cameran
Voice only. Cameran is a flawed but playful old man with a good heart. When Cameran is suddenly faced with guiding his grandson to the afterlife, he can’t bear to tell him the reality of their situation, and would rather lie to keep his grandson happy than reveal the truth. As the lie snowballs, Cameran feels an overwhelming guilt and sadness, and must decide how to be honest with his only grandson in such a grave situation.
Mom
Voice Only. The Mom is a very caring character who helps Talib through the film and reminds him of what's important.
WANDA
The narrator of the show - knows how to tell a story and command an audience. Sings hits such as 'Walking in the Rain', 'Sweet Talkin' Guy', & 'Then He Kissed Me'.
GINA
Fire cracker vocals - Gina perfroms hits from Patti Labelle, Tina Turner, and Aretha Franklin.
Skier man
Caucasian - Footage of the talent actually skiing is strongly encouraged for inclusion in the self-tape.
Skier woman
Caucasian - Footage of the talent actually skiing is strongly encouraged for inclusion in the self-tape.
Stefanos
Greek. A little boy from a wealthy family in Greece, too innocent and sweet for this word. He doesn’t speak a word of the language in this strange new country, letting his adoring, cheek-pinching parents lead the way. His world is small and motivated by sweets and football…until a chocolate sends him into an accidental psychedelic trip that fractures his reality. Feeling the effects of the drugs at the family dinner, he becomes an agent of chaos. Through it, he finds he loves pushing Vicky’s buttons, building a sibling-like relationship with his Canadian big cousin. SENSITIVE CONTENT: SIMULATED DRUG USE. Must be available the week prior to filming for 2 days of rehearsal. LEAD
Francisca
Francisca is Des' nosy, elegant, stuffy neighbour who has a knack for backhanded compliments. She keeps a sharp eye on Des and her toddler from her window and is desperate to weigh in on how Des should and should not be raising her child. Thinks of herself as doing them a favour.
Derek
This role is specifically for a young black man, others please do not apply. Free spirited, chill but also naive. He's a singer who's dabbling in art at the moment, mostly influenced by his girlfriend. Some improv may be involved but a script will be provided.
Aunt Val
A friend of the family and Amoy's late mother. Fiercely loyal. Seeking actors who understand the weight of grief and know that sometimes to lighten, we listen and act. Where some people may want to give space, Aunt Val gets in closer. Quick-witted, mouthy, impulsive but fiercely loving. The friend who always has snacks, Advil and a plan. She uses humour to diffuse pain but is deeply intuitive. Note: Seeking African & Caribbean diasporic talent submissions only please.
Amoy
Not quite a girl, not yet a woman — someone standing at the edge of adulthood with artistic dreams and a restless spirit, holding her feelings with quiet pride. Her world has shrunk since her stillbirth; even walking down the hallway feels like swimming through memory. Seeking black actors to portray a multi-layered woman experiencing grief. Those who can carry emotional truth, life before pregnancy and the beginnings newfound sense of peace. This is heavy story and an emotional role.
Tafari
A gentle, observant father to Amoy, carrying many emotions at once: grief, worry, love, protection — and a quiet, complicated hope. He mourns the grandchild he prepared for, but he also feels a relief that his daughter’s youth and future are not gone. His grief is silent; while his love is active. A complex character. Seeking an actor to portray a father who is feeling many of these emotions at once. A father who supports through presence, not pressure. Note: Seeking African & Caribbean diasporic talent submissions only please.