Selected open roles for talent
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SAFEENA
Female, 50s, South Asian. Speaks Urdu), immigrated to North America with Abid. Had a harder time adjusting to life here with little community and family, living through a marriage that was often without much affection – but despite that, her marriage brought her much comfort and at times happiness. Struggles with the question of who Fatima really was for her late husband but accepts that despite knowing it was a paper marriage, this was the woman her husband would have truly loved.
ZAINA
Female, Late 20s, South Asian. Speaks Urdu, has had to become the primary caretaker since her father’s passing. Balances between the care for her mother during this time of grieving but also is curious to know who her father was at that point in his life with Fatima. She contends with the distanced marriage her mother and father had while hearing a level of intimacy that her father shared with this other woman earlier in his life. She projects what she wants to do with her life through seeing her father’s maybe unfulfilled past and unhappy present.
IQBAL
Male, 60+, South Asian. Speaks Urdu, Abid’s older brother. Came to the West before Abid did and helped him settle down. He knew Fatima during her time in college and thought fondly of her for helping his brother out.
MO
*Of Middle-Eastern Descent* A man has a playful spat with his wife at an embassy. He is an immigrant to Canada. The scene offers satirical glimpse at the reality of how people approach immigration strategically. *This role has no specific language requirements*
Mère - Mains Libres
Mère - Rôle Muet | Mother - Silent on camera Femme, dans la 30-45 ans | Woman, 30-45 Principalement Afro descendance et asiatique 1 an web UDA RM @100%TAB C : 1333$ – avec possibilité d’upgrade à 13 semaines TV
Père - Mains Libres
Père - Rôle Muet | Father - Silent on camera Principalement Afro descendance et asiatique Homme, 30-45 ans | Man, 30-45 yo 1 an web, 13 semaines TV 1 333$ + 2 196$ = 3 529$
Garçon - Mains Libres
Garçon - Rôle Muet | Boy - Silent on camera Garçon, 4-6 ans | Boy, 4-6 y/o Description: Principalement Afro descendance et asiatique 1 an web, 13 semaines TV 1 333$ + 2 196$ = 3 529$
Papa Cool
Papa Cool - Rôle Muet | Cool Dad - Silent on camera Homme, 30-45 ans | Man, 30-45 yo Description: Principalement Afro descendance et asiatique 1 an web, 13 semaines TV 1 333$ + 2 196$ = 3 529$
Enfant Ticket
Enfant Ticket - Rôle Muet | Ticket Kid - Silent on camera Garçon ou fille ,6- 8 ans | Boy or Girl, 6-8 y/o Principalement Afro descendance et asiatique 1 an web UDA RM @100%TAB C : 1333$ – avec possibilité d’upgrade à 13 semaines TV
JACOB MARLEY
(Please note unconventional age range) – The wry and slightly cheeky spectre of Scrooge’s deceased business partner; a supernatural guide and constant observer. Also acts as the audience guide through the house.
BELLE
Scrooge’s Beau / Fiancé; a headstrong and affectionate young woman; a dreamer.
GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT
A Spirit; boisterous and larger than life.
YOUNG EBENEZER
Scrooge as a young man before his heart calcified; timid but ambitious.
AUGUSTUS SCROOGE
Scrooge’s Father; a loving and tender man.
FRED
Scrooge’s nephew, a jovial and spirited young man; the antithesis of his uncle.
VIOLINIST / BAILIWICK
In addition to supporting the musical elements of the show, the actor-violinist will also play at least one narrative character; in past iterations that has often been the ‘Ghost of Christmases Past’ or ‘Bailiwick’ but may be any open part depending on the fit.
MRS. DILBER
(Please note unconventional age range) – Scrooge’s housekeeper; a no-nonsense woman with steely resolve, and a champion of the less fortunate.
TINA / TIM CRATCHIT
(Please note gender-flexible nature of role) - The Cratchits’ youngest child; kind and big-hearted. [Note: this role will be performed by two young actors who will alternate performance nights]
MARTHA CRATCHIT
The Cratchits’ middle child; just as warm as her siblings and parents. [Note: this role will be performed by two young actors who will alternate performance nights]
HAZEL
HAZEL is the thoughtful, warm, and curious writer younger sister to Emma. Her playful wit makes her easy to connect with. She often drifts into the lives of others, offering a perspective that is both empathetic and disarming. ANY ETHNICITY
LANCE
LANCE is Conrad’s confident, somewhat materialistic friend and boss at the competitive and fast-paced investment firm, The Barnes Group. Charismatic and sharp, he thrives on being in control, though his bravado and expensive tastes could be seen as hiding something deeper. ANY ETHNICITY