Film School
Breathe Before The Melody
Details
Union:
Union or Non union
Area of media:
Film School
Network:
Paid?:
No
Rates:
Volunteer Project
Deadline:
Jan 9, 2026
Auditions:
Self tapes accepted if unavailable
Shooting starts:
Jan 23, 2026 
Shooting finishes:
Jan 25, 2026 
Shooting locations:
Exact locations pending confirmation. North Vancouver and Vancouver. Rides will be arranged
Cities for response:
Vancouver
Storyline
As a gifted young pianist struggles to overcome debilitating anxiety, his quest for success through countless auditions puts his career, and his relationship with his devoted mother on the line.
Roles
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
LeadMartyMale 20 - 25 Years old
Description
A young pianist struggling with anxiety and health issues. His passion for music is strong, but he is haunted by self-doubt and physical limitations. Emotionally vulnerable, he carries the weight of the past, yet despite the toll on his body and mind, he persists in pursuing his dreams.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
Co StarJudgeAll 40 - 50 Years old
Description
Judges 1 and 2. Comforting but also a bit intimidating, as they want to make sure they are hiring the best of the best.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
Co StarAuditioneeFemale 20 - 25 Years old
Description
The auditionee is scholarly, confident and friendly. She is amazing at what she does and she loves music. She knows she is very talented.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
Co StarMs ChenFemale 30 - 40 Years old
Description
Mrs. Chen is a faculty teacher who looks out for the best and brightest young students.
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
Supporting LeadCindyFemale 40 - 50 Years old
Description
Marty's mother. Supportive, hard-working single mother. Cares deeply for her son and masks her worries about his skill with a calm, composed demeanor, despite the mental and physical toll it’s taking on her.