Male, Mid to late 30’s, any ethnicity. He has the distracted, impatient quality of a former alcoholic. He can’t stand in one place too long, focus on anything too intently, or go too long without a cigarette. He’s at a new stage in life, now sober and dedicated to running his cafe business. He feels a complicated need to uphold the memory of his alcoholic father as a stark reminder of who not to be. He makes a sustained daily effort towards gratitude, to appreciate the mundane and the simple pleasure of hard work. This is a new development for himself, as well as a sharp contrast to his more successful, more hedonistic, more carefree younger brother.

Male, Late 20s - early 30s, any ethnicity. Handsome, something of a finance bro. He’s unbothered, detached, pleasure-seeking, self-interested, and has a laid-back charm. Rob likes to have a good time, and he pursues whatever he’s into head-first without calculation and without doubt, just self-determination and self-interest. He doesn’t know what bravery is, because he doesn’t know what fear is. He simply does what he wants, because that’s always worked for him. He likes to party and can do so without the issues with addiction that have plagued his brother and their father. Though his detached personality is of benefit in the context of addiction (or lack thereof), there’s an unacknowledged inability to open up and connect with others on a deep level, and he harbours an attitude of casual dismissal towards the various relationships in his life.

Female, Early 20’s, any ethnicity. Guardian angel. Sister figure. Barista. Darren’s right hand gal at the cafe. She manages various aspects of the business and takes on more than just the basic duties of the job. It won’t be long before she moves on to a better job. Jess is quiet, thoughtful and observant, and can locate the truth in a given situation. She is the perspective through which we observe both Darren and Rob, and it’s through her lingering gaze that we are able to perceive these brothers, in ways that they aren’t aware of with each other or with themselves.

Asian, late 20s to mid 40s. Ideally has theatre experience and ability to memorize and deliver a long monologue.

White, 60s, Male. A bit of a clown, conservative values, easily gets on people’s nerves. (would love to see some frail, unassuming options – Woody Allen vibe)

White, 50s, Female. Theatrical, commanding, confident.

BIPOC, 20s, Female. Liberal, quiet, but has opinions she’s not afraid to stand up for.

Black, 20s, Female. Expressive, assertive

White, 20s, Male. An introverted film bro.

White, 20s to 30s, Female. Sympathetic, though perhaps selective in who she sympathizes with.

East Asian, 40s, Male. A bit clueless, has a distinctive laugh.

All ethnicity/age/gender

Emma is in college. She is intelligent, kind, and hardworking. She works as a private tutor to pay for her mother’s medical treatments. She is innocent yet curious, she’s drawn into Alexander’s dark, controlling world while trying to protect her independence and values. Must be comfortable with scenes involving implied nudity and simulated sex. An Intimacy co-ordinator will be present on set at all times to ensure the safety, consent, and comfort of the actors. All intimate scenes will be choreographed in advance with full transparency and mutual agreement. We encourage submissions from performers of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. This is a character-driven story that explores themes of sexuality, agency, and emotional awakening

Alexander is a powerful and wealthy CEO. He is also a father to Thomas (8 years old). He is cold, controlling, and dangerously charismatic. Alexander keeps a side of his personality hidden, he is into BDSM, which Emma accidentally discovers. Must be comfortable with scenes involving implied nudity and simulated sex. An Intimacy co-ordinator will be present on set at all times to ensure the safety, consent, and comfort of the actors. All intimate scenes will be choreographed in advance with full transparency and mutual agreement. We encourage submissions from performers of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. This is a character-driven story that explores themes of sexuality, agency, and emotional awakening

Alexander’s 8 year old. Alex is refined and precocious. A sweet litttle rich kid. He is an innocent and lonely child. He bonds with Emma, his tutor. Thomas yearns for a maternal figure and he ask Emma to be his new mom. We are looking for a strong actor with theatre experience.

Loyal butler of the Reed household. Jenkins is stern yet caring, especially toward Thomas. Acts as a gatekeeper to Alexander’s private world, enforcing his strict household rules.

Emma’s frail, sick mother, battling stage-four cancer. Her illness motivates Emma’s sacrifices and choices.

A grizzled and determined lawman, Sheriff Salinger is relentless in his pursuit of justice. Though hardened by years on the job, he maintains a calm, methodical approach as he investigates the Siren murders. His steady presence and moral compass become vital as he uncovers the shocking truth behind the killings...and the woman he thought he could trust. RATE: $1,000/day

A brilliant and composed forensic pathologist, Dr. Hannah Ross is driven by a need to uncover the truth. Calm under pressure and deeply analytical, she becomes entangled in a chilling investigation only to discover that she is both the hunter and the hunted. Haunted by a fractured past, Hannah’s true identity slowly unravels as she confronts the dark personalities living within her. RATE: $1,000/day

Timid and soft-spoken, Samantha appears to be a mild-mannered fertility doctor burdened by ethical concerns and a painful past. In reality, she is one of several fractured identities within Hannah Ross, created to compartmentalize trauma. RATE: $1,000/day