Ward has been living in Canada for over ten years, yet he continues to carry the weight of his past. His career has stalled, his relationship is unstable, and the lingering trauma of the war back home quietly shapes his every day. Outwardly composed and reserved, Ward’s calm demeanor masks a deep emotional complexity and a quiet struggle beneath the surface. This role requires the actor to speak Arabic (Syrian) This role includes a scene of intimacy (masturbation)

Naeem is a Lebanese man who runs an Arabic bookstore in Montreal. He has lived in Canada for over thirty years, having left Lebanon after the war and never returned. Known for his sharp wit and direct manner, Naeem carries himself with the confidence of someone who has seen and endured much. This role requires the actor to speak Arabic (Lebanese)

Émilie is Ward’s girlfriend. More grounded in her career than he is, she’s been with him for about five years. Although they’ve recently broken up, they continue to share the same living space. Warm and empathetic, Émilie is at a turning point in her life, trying to define her own path.

Our waitress hasn't been at this specific restaurant terribly long, but has been in the service industry long enough to know the ropes. Is slightly put off by the dynamic between Nestor and Smiles, but can't put her finger on anything inherently wrong. Thinks maybe it's an overly eager, distant uncle reconnecting with an adult nephew.

After Claire discovers she’s pregnant, she feels unable to turn to her mom for help. Curious and searching for answers, she time-travels to the 1980s and turns to the teenage version of her mom for guidance. Independent and strong-willed, Claire longs for freedom and understanding. **This role will include smoking (Prop: cigarettes)**

Annabelle is bold, outspoken, and a little rebellious. When she finds out she’s pregnant, her tough exterior starts to crack, revealing a more vulnerable side as she confronts expectations from her religious family. **This role will include smoking (Prop: cigarettes)**

Annie is a caring but controlling single mother. Her overprotectiveness stems from fear that Claire will repeat her own past mistakes. She struggles to show vulnerability, often coming across as dismissive when she’s really just scared of losing control. **This role will include smoking (Prop: cigarettes)**

Annabelle’s strict and religious father. He is controlling and believes deeply in traditional values, often using guilt to enforce them.

Annabelle’s quiet and obedient mother. She avoids confrontation and listens passively, torn between her husband’s authority and her daughter’s pain.

A calm but emotionally detached physician. Their clinical tone contrasts sharply with the emotional weight of the moment, leaving Claire feeling isolated and unsure where to turn.

Annabelle’s older brother. He is immature and deflects tension with humour, but is emotionally detached from what’s happening around him.

Annabelle’s ex-boyfriend. Dismissive and defensive, he wants nothing to do with the pregnancy and distances himself from responsibility.

COUPLE 1 Femme 1: 30-39 ans Ils sont sympathiques et branchés. Ils font du ski relativement souvent. (Pas besoin d'être de vrais skieurs)

COUPLE 1 Homme 1: 30-39 ans Ils sont sympathiques et branchés. Ils font du ski relativement souvent. (Pas besoin d'être de vrais skieurs)

COUPLE 2 Femme 2: 30-39 ans Ils sont sympathiques et branchés. Ils font du ski relativement souvent. (Pas besoin d'être de vrais skieurs)

COUPLE 2 Homme 2: 30-39 ans Ils sont sympathiques et branchés. Ils font du ski relativement souvent. (Pas besoin d'être de vrais skieurs)

COUPLE 3 Femme 3: 45-50 ans Ils sont sympathiques et moins branchés. Ils font du ski moins souvent. (Pas besoin d'être de vrais skieurs)

COUPLE 3 Homme 3: 45-50 ans Ils sont sympathiques et moins branchés. Ils font du ski moins souvent. (Pas besoin d'être de vrais skieurs)

Gender: Male Soft boy who's confused about who he is and who he loves. Has a strong sense of jealousy and isn’t sure of much. He loves the escape of drugs and DJing, but wants a deep connection desperately. His arc is a deeper understanding of his sexuality and his desperate need for connection, showing itself. This role contains scenes of intimacy (kissing)

Gender: Female or Non-Binary A less-than-predictable DJ with a large sense of confidence. She doesn’t have much of a filter and goes after what she desires, which is often escape. When she and RJ perform, she is who the crowd is mostly looking to. This role contains scenes of intimacy (kissing)