Nick (21) is a nervous and slightly awkward theatre student who has a long standing crush on Tiana. He desperately wants to impress her and has finally found the time to make his move, when his night is seemingly ruined by a bad trip and Shakespeare. Nick is based on the character Nick Bottom from “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”.

Tiana (20) is a collected and confident theatre student who is celebrating the end of her theatre group’s production of “Romeo and Juliet”. Tiana played A Shrub. She has a passion for acting no matter how big the role, and is just happy to be with her friends. Tiana has an interest towards Nick, although she has never expressed this to him before. Maybe tonight at the party will finally be her night! Tiana is based on the character Titania from “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”.

Paul (21) is a mischievous and out of place college student studying theatre. He is a bit of a loner, but has a soft spot for Nick and wants to see the best for him. Paul has good intentions but not the best ways of going about them, and unfortunately is the one who offers Nick the joint that causes his bad trip. Paul is there for Nick in the end, though, and helps to make sure that Nick is alright after his embarrassing encounter. Paul is based on the character Puck from “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”.

Fairy (20’s), aka Tiana’s Friend, is a theatre student celebrating the end of their company's production of “Romeo and Juliet” with their fellow cast-mates. During Nick’s hallucinations, she transforms into a beautiful fairy and helps to aid Tiana in charming Nick.

Pam is not one of those waitresses who clocks in, makes her borderline living wage, and clocks out– her job is her life. It is precisely this fact about her that makes it so easy for her to slip into a stagnant life, as she has lost herself in the work that she gives everything to, without even realizing it– yet. The customer-service training that is drilled into the minds of so many workers in the retail and restaurant industries has withered away Pam’s autonomy, evident in the ways that she blindly accepts the lack of care or respect from her coworker, Tom. Although she is now forty-eight years old, Pam has worked at the restaurant since she was sixteen. Knowing the dining room layout like the back of her hand, she could easily complete an entire shift with her eyes closed without bumping into a single table corner. There was a time when Pam would have been immensely proud of this fact, but once her eyes are opened to the routine she has been chained to, standing at the precipice of the rest of her life, she feels the need to take control of the direction of her own path. Ultimately, Pam doesn’t just come to desire change, she comes to the realization that what she needs is for herself to be the facilitator of this change. "Wednesday at Three" is an exploration of Pam eventually coming to this long-overdue realization, ever so slowly, as she breaks out of the numb state of comfort and familiarity she has existed in for decades.

Anthony is a rain or shine regular at Golden Star and has been for the past thirty years. Being so familiar with the restaurant and its staff, everyone knows that he is to be expected every Wednesday at three o’clock, sharp. They are also aware that this somewhat eccentric gentleman is an unwavering fan of the traditional banana split, having it prepared to his liking each and every week. He is an amicable, kind customer-- the kind of customer waitresses really would worry about if they were to stop showing up for their meticulously crafted dessert. Though Anthony comes in to enjoy his meal alone, he is not overtly lonely, rather, he is comfortable with his lifestyle. As a retired divorcee, what could be a more worthy pass time than enjoying ice-cream? Within the politics of the film, Anthony is the hand of tradition and consistency, favouring what is familiar and comfortable to him. Anthony is comfortable and quite content with the way things are, and as an older gentleman, he values routine.

Tom is the principal chef at Golden Star Diner and has worked there for the last several decades. Being something of a traditional-thinking man, he often dismisses his coworker, Pam. Though he does not directly disrespect Pam, Tom belittles her subtly, especially when he's telling one of his borderline sarcastic jokes. Not the sort of cook who would eat his own food, Tom watches football reruns throughout his shift, almost existing somewhere else entirely as he burns burgers on the griddle. Although, he does make a mean banana split. Within the politics of the film, Tom represents the laziness and inaction of conformity. He directly contrasts the effort and care that Pam puts in at Golden Star, and yet they are essentially in the same position within the hierarchy of the restaurant.

Female, Late 20s, Any Ethnicity. Sister of the previous sheriff who is looking for revenge. Calm and collected/mysterious/she has been following leads on who killed her brother. Looks: Youthful/ Lean body weight/ dark hair Wants: Attain justice Needs: Take revenge

Male, mid 30s - 40s, any ethnicity. The current Sheriff, he is a power-monger and arrogant. Looks: Wrinkly skin/ light facial hair/average weighted body (dad-bod) Wants: continue showing power and bullying the inferior Needs: to clear himself from the allegations

Male, mid 40s - 50s, any ethncity. He owns an undertaker's shop, he is assertive, confident, unconcerned, indifferent. Looks: light facial hair and moustache/ slightly muscular body Wants: confronting the sheriff's power Needs: attain justice

Robyn Hartley is a reclusive pop star pushing the boundaries of art, fame, and control. After years away from the spotlight, she returns with a daring 12-hour performance that places her entirely at the mercy of her fans. As the event unfolds, Robyn’s enigmatic composure is tested, revealing the emotional toll of surrendering herself to the public. While she presents herself as an untouchable figure of artistic sacrifice, the performance forces her to confront her past, including a bitter reunion with her ex-husband Jonathan and the unintended consequences of her devotion to her craft. Her calculated silence and vulnerability blur the line between power and exploitation, captivating and unsettling her audience. Amid the chaos, her partner Emma struggles to reconcile the woman she loves with the artist seemingly willing to destroy herself for the sake of her work. By the end, Robyn’s true intentions come into focus, leaving behind an unsettling commentary on fame, audience complicity, and the commodification of personal pain.

Emma is Robyn’s steadfast partner, offering love and stability during the pop star’s years of reclusion. Though initially drawn to Robyn’s raw vulnerability and brilliance, Emma has grown to see the person behind the persona—a woman scarred by fame and searching for meaning in her art. As the story unfolds, Emma is thrust into the audience of Robyn’s provocative performance, where she witnesses the escalating chaos and brutality firsthand. Struggling to understand Robyn’s motivations, she becomes a voice of reason and compassion amid a crowd driven by obsession and exploitation. Her pleas for Robyn to end the event are ignored, deepening her fear that Robyn’s pursuit of artistic expression may come at a devastating cost. Emma’s journey is one of heartbreak and reckoning. She grapples with her inability to protect Robyn, questioning whether their love is strong enough to withstand the pressures of Robyn’s relentless ambition. Ultimately, Emma is a lens through which the audience experiences the emotional toll of the spectacle, serving as both a counterpoint to its madness and a reminder of the human connection Robyn risks losing.

Jonathan is Robyn’s ex-husband, a once-promising musician whose career and personal life were derailed by his association with Robyn. Their high-profile romance, adored by fans, ultimately led to a very public breakup, and Jonathan’s resentment festered in the years that followed. Jonathan’s appearance at Robyn’s 12-hour performance is a dramatic and unexpected turn. His reentry into her life is not out of any lingering affection, but rather a need to confront the emotional and personal damage he feels she caused him. Throughout the 15 duration of the performance, he becomes a disruptive force, challenging Robyn’s choices and bringing unresolved tension from their past to the forefront. Their exchanges—at times nostalgic and filled with regret, at others bitter and accusatory—illustrate the complexities of their relationship and the personal cost of fame on both of their lives. Jonathan’s arc represents the painful fallout of celebrity culture. He is caught between bitterness and a yearning for reconciliation, embodying the emotional destruction fame can leave in its wake. His arrival at the event signals a shift, deepening the narrative’s exploration of exploitation and emotional sacrifice.

Alex is Robyn’s loyal but morally ambiguous manager. He has been with her for years, overseeing the ups and downs of her career, and is the one person who has consistently been by her side during her absence from the public eye. Despite his professional detachment, Alex’s deep understanding of Robyn’s needs and vulnerabilities makes him an essential part of her return to the spotlight. As the orchestrator of Robyn’s controversial 12-hour performance, Alex remains calm and focused, fully convinced that the event is a necessary step in Robyn’s artistic journey. He believes in her vision, but as the performance spirals out of control, cracks begin to appear in his unwavering support. Alex is a man of calculated pragmatism, deeply immersed in the commodification of Robyn’s pain, but even he finds himself questioning the ethical limits of what he is enabling. His detached professionalism begins to fray as the event escalates, and the moral cost of their partnership becomes undeniable. Alex’s arc is one of conflicted loyalty—torn between his deep commitment to Robyn and the growing realization that he may be complicit in her exploitation. His character represents the ruthless, often exploitative nature of the entertainment industry and the fine line between caring for an artist and using them for personal gain.

Black.

Black. A petite but strong woman, embodying resilience and courage.

White. A bold presence with expressive eyes and a sharp wit.

White. Blonde. Poised and mysterious. Note: Wig if needed.

Black.

Hispanic, White. Note: Clean-shaven.