First-generation American, Muslim, Pakistani, best friend, and confidant to Safa, is an aspiring filmmaker. Heart throb for many, he only has eyes for since Safa since childhood. Close friends with her family, he watches Safa chase her dreams which in some ways is the catalyst for him to follow his own. His love and loyalty to Safa is apparent. His witty charm and forward-thinking attitude are what sets him apart from the rest of his community. PERFORMER WILL BE REQUIRED TO READ FOR AN ADDITIONAL ROLE (CHOTO) CHOTO, 7-10 years old child. First-generation American, Muslim, Pakistani is younger sister to Safa and daughter to Sanam and Bilal. She symbolizes light, hope and new beginnings. Her witty sense of humour and immense love for her family is what holds the family together during turbulent times. At seven, she’s smarter than the average and helps Safa with her secret plan to dance in the competition.

Black man. Responsible, loyal and a ringleader. When the zombie outbreak begins, Sharpe wrestles with immense guilt for being unable to save his family and friends. After meeting Yafiah and her little sister, Sharpe views their protection as a path to personal redemption. He won’t fail again to protect those in need. As much as they need him, he needs them too. Playing the role of provider and protector gives him his only sense of purpose.

Black, Muslim woman. free-spirited college student in a family of 5. When the zombie outbreak begins, her 10-year-old sister is the only surviving member of her family. Yafiah bravely takes on a maternal role to protect her younger sister. With no resources or support, Yafiah must rely on others to secure her safety out of the city. A position that renders her subservient, stifling her free-spirited nature. Once she arrives at the cottage safe house, she’s finally able to return to her true self.

18+ to play 10-12 years old child. Black, Muslim, Yafiah’s younger sister. Bubbly and innocent; the youngest of her siblings. After watching her mother die to the hands of her infected brother, Dua is irreparably changed. She anxiously clings to her only remaining family member, Yafiah. She struggles to trust anyone else, fearful of their capacity for violence.

White man. In the infancy of his retirement. Benjamin and his beloved wife enjoy a quiet life on their inherited lands. Benjamin springs into action when a stranger (Yafiah) knocks on his door one night, warning him of zombies. He devises a plan for their escape which ultimately leads to his demise.

white woman, wife to Benjamin. Patricia’s identity is defined by her marriage. Supportive and affectionate to loved ones, but cold to strangers. When Benjamin proposes a plan to escape incoming zombies, Patricia agrees without question. Loyal to a fault, she follows her husband to the ends of the earth.

Black woman. Determined and self-sufficient-to-a-fault, Qhira’s fiercely protective of her young daughter, Mikaela. She worries that giving her all isn’t enough to give her kid a fair shot. When the Landlord separates her from her child, Qhira's strength and resilience are put to the ultimate test as she fights to save her family and her home.

Mixed-race man. Ambitious, self-centred aspiring musician. Born and raised in the building, but singularly focused on making it big and moving out. Initially dismissive of his neighbour’s struggles, but learns the importance of community. Must confront his own fears of failure to stand with Qhira and the others.

white man. Self-involved hipster who AIRBNB’d a spot for a few days. Hates it, will leave a bad review. More concerned with his own escape than helping anyone.

East Asian. The building’s official adorable senior couple. Always together, deeply devoted to each other. When Mom gets trapped in the malfunctioning elevator, Pop’s sole- focus becomes trying to save her.

East Asian. The building’s official adorable senior couple. Always together, deeply devoted to each other. When Mom gets trapped in the malfunctioning elevator, Pop’s sole- focus becomes trying to save her.

Otherworldly. An entity of cosmic horror. Seeks to evict the tenants and move in “his family.” Speaks in an ominous, deep, elongated, drone. Earthly language is not his mother tongue.