TV Feature
A Carol for Two - Winnipeg Only Please
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Details
Episode:
WINNIPEG ONLY
Union:
Union
Area of media:
TV Feature
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
Actra Scale + 110% Buyout
Deadline:
Feb 10, 2024
Auditions:
Director Session
Shooting starts:
Mar 12, 2024
Shooting finishes:
Apr 2, 2024
Shooting locations:
Winnipeg and Area
Cities for response:
Winnipeg
Comments
Director Session
Storyline
Violette has always dreamed of following in her late aunt's Broadway stardom footsteps. Thinking that she has finally earned the break she needed, she sets off on her journey only to find that the path ahead will not be an easy one. Fortunately for her, she discovers support in the strong foundation her aunt left behind at Fiore’s, a 1950s diner with a musical flair owned and operated by a good family friend and Broadway legend, Hazel. Here, she becomes part of a misfit family of aspiring Broadway talent and forms an unforeseen connection with the multi-hyphenate, Alex. A playwright and singer/songwriter by day, and a server at Fiore’s by night, Alex works tirelessly to reach his goals. When paired up to perform a duet in front of the man who can make both their dreams come true, Violette and Alex will need to harmonize both musically and emotionally to impress the Broadway producer titan, Marty Levin.
Roles
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting Lead | BRAD | Male 25 - 33 Years old |
Description Brad is Alex’s good-hearted, well-intended, somewhat 'failure to launch' cousin, roommate, and friend. His most recent breakup really did a number on him, but when he meets Violette, he immediately falls for her. Feeling as though the authentic version of himself isn’t enough, he asks for Alex’s help in presenting himself as the kind of guy that he believes Violette would like. As he struggles to maintain his facade, he finds it increasingly hard to get close to Violette, and without honesty, is stuck behind an invisible barrier, just Waving Through a Window.OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting Lead | THOMAS | Male 50 - 60 Years old |
Description Thomas is Violette's proud, supportive father. After spending years recovering from cancer and having Violette take care of him, he wants to see her go off and pursue her dreams. In many cases, he knows that landing a role on Broadway is like Defying Gravity, so he is thrilled when Violette gets her first big break. He does what he can to help but knows that this journey, much like his late sister, is hers to take. OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting Lead | RAE | Female 25 - 35 Years old |
Description Rae is a kind, welcoming, fellow budding Broadway star and roommate to Violette. She understands the grind with the ‘I Hope I Get It’ mindset, and develops a quick friendship with Violette. When she finally lands a part in Follies, she is excited to share it with her Fiore's family to show everyone there that it is possible. SINGER. OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting Lead | JUNE | Female 25 - 35 Years old |
Description June is Alex’s neighbor and good friend. When put into the unfortunate position of having to feign having a relationship to trick Violette into thinking Brad is something he isn’t, she is anything but on board with the idea. When she sees the genuine feelings that Alex is developing for Violette, she encourages him to tell her how he feels before she finds out that Brad is Making Things Up Again… OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | ELSIE | Female 65 - 85 Years old |
Description Elise is a member of the retirement home that Violette and Alex visit. She’s a former fierce Broadway star who knows a talent when she sees it. She’s a kind, old soul who has lived the Lullaby of Broadway. OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Supporting | MARTY | Male 60 - 70 Years old |
Description Marty Levin is THE guy to know on Broadway. He’s a producing powerhouse, star making, talent seeking friend of Hazel and Violettes aunt. He really is All That Jazz…OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Principal | MURRAY | Male 70 - 80 Years old |
Description Murray is a resident of a local retirement home who is really starting to feel his age. He still enjoys a good pickleball match because he knows it could all be over in No Time At All...OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Small Principal | ASSISTANT | All 22 - 28 Years old |
Description This assistant needs to deliver the bad news to Violette that the show she was hired to do was canceled. But hey, that’s Broadway Baby. OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Small Principal | SHELLY | Female 25 - 30 Years old |
Description Brad runs into Shelly, his ex, with her new fiancé. She tries to be nice to him but some old frustrations come through. Overall, she is happy that he is doing So Much Better than the last time she saw him… OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | SERVER | All 20 - 25 Years old |
Description This hardworking, talented singing server works at Fiore’s. Although they haven’t made it as a lead on Broadway just yet, they are happy to be in A Chorus Line of performers, waiting to hit it big! | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | DIRECTOR | All 40 - 50 Years old |
Description This director has seen many people already today and isn’t all that interested in listening to a Christmas hymnal rendition. Poor Violette is really Climbing Uphill…OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | CUSTOMER | All 30 - 60 Years old |
Description This customer has patiently been waiting for their coffee but can only wait so long… They could always go get a fresh one from Taylor, The Latte Boy…OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | PATRON #1 | All 30 - 60 Years old |
Description This Patron is curious about the menu at Fiore’s and wonders if they have tofu hot dogs. They taste the same… if you close your eyes…OPEN ETHNICITY | ||
| Role type | Role | Gender & Age range |
| Actor | CASTING ASSISTANT | All 30 - 40 Years old |
Description This, integral to the job, Casting Droog comes out of the room to let Violette know she’s next to audition. It’s A Hard Knock Life for this Casting Assistant. OPEN ETHNICITY | ||