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JOHN
Male, 70-80 years old, any ethnicity. John is Laura’s husband and the former owner of the house. Distinguished and neatly dressed, he leans on a cane, carrying the physical signs of age with a quiet dignity. Like Laura, John is attached to the house and to the life they shared there. He is simply grateful to have the chance to walk through it again. Unlike Daniel, however, John is comfortable with emotion and physical affection. He takes Laura’s hand, kisses her, dances with her, and isn’t embarrassed by tenderness.
There is also a mischievous quality to John. He enjoys drawing Claire and Daniel into the intimate world he and Laura have shared, gently testing their boundaries by inviting them to dance. His warmth should never feel performative or sentimental - it comes naturally to him.
Performance Reference: Tom Courtenay in 45 Years. John should be calm and composed, with a slightly mischievous edge. His wistfulness is mostly in the eyes. There is no need to make a big show of his emotions. Intimacy requirement: Kissing, slow dancing and sustained physical closeness with Laura, and slow dancing with Claire. In one scene John lies fully clothed on a bed with Laura in a still embrace. No nudity.
Madam Liet
Madam Liet is a Mystic, she leads the group through their evening, she has a commanding presence. Open to casting someone youger just need the person to have a mystic and commanding air about them.
Helen
Detail orientated, writer.
Eric
Curious, video recorder/documentary maker.
Terrance
Excitable, genuinely happy to be seeing a Tarot card reader. Terrance is the boyfriend of Barbera. Mid to late 20s in appearance.
Judit
Quiet, an individual in the group, seems like theres more to her than meets the eye. Mid 20s in appearance.
Male Roles
Strong Male Actors for a variety of roles
Female Roles
Strong Female Actors for a variety of roles
CHIEF
The CHIEF of the reservation where Sherry and Carter are doing a set. They walk Carter through a welcoming ceremony thinking he is someone important they have been waiting for. INDIGENOUS
LEASING AGENT
The LEASING AGENT is motivated to unload an apartment to anyone who can move in today! BPOC
AGNES
Busy playing cards at the Elder's Lodge, AGNES and MARY are ecstatic to see Bennett, and less ecstatic to see Sherry trailing behind him! INDIGENOUS
MARY
Busy playing cards at the Elder's Lodge, AGNES and MARY are ecstatic to see Bennett, and less ecstatic to see Sherry trailing behind him! INDIGENOUS
ENGINEER
The ENGINEER is who the Chief and Councillors have actually been waiting for. She just happened to be running a few minutes late! BPOC
LAYLA
Gails's wife LAYLA accompanies her to one fo SHerry's shows. OPEN ETHNICITY
ERNEST “POPPA E”
Male | Black Caribbean Ernest, affectionately known as Poppa E, is an elderly man with advanced cancer. Though physically frail and declining, his warm, playful personality remains strong. He shares a special bond with his granddaughter, Samantha, who treats him like the grandfather he has always been—not a sick old man. Their playful moments allow him to forget his illness and reconnect with her. Knowing his time is limited, Ernest uses their final moments together to pass on wisdom and remind Samantha to hold onto her kindness, curiosity, and ability to bring joy to others. Warm. Funny. Gentle. Wise. Playful. Frail. Loving. Quietly accepting.
Man Couple
Man Couple : 35-45 years old: Principal Performer. Open to diversity. Strong acting skills; good sense of humor.
Woman Couple
Woman Couple : 35-45 years old: Principal Performer. Open to diversity. Strong acting skills; good sense of humor.
Female
We are seeking for South Asian / Indian-descent talent Pakistanais, Nepalais, Bengladesh
Male
We are seeking for South Asian / Indian-descent talent Pakistanais, Nepalais, Bengladesh
Pre-teen male
We are seeking for South Asian / Indian-descent talent Pakistanais, Nepalais, Bengladesh