MARYELLEN — Female, 50-60. Warm, faith-driven mother holding the family together. Nick’s strongest support system and most trusted relationship.
ROBERT — Male, 50-60. Stoic father, struggling with developing his own emotional vulnerability to best care for his son.
CHRISTIAN — Male, early to mid 20s. Nick’s younger brother with whom he has a strained, even resentful, relationship with. Muscular, with a “no excuses” sense of discipline.

SUPPORTING:
NICOLE — Female, early to mid 20s. Grounded, protective new mother.
SARA — Female, late mid to late 20s. Nick’s caring, exuberant “what if” connection.
BRIAN — Male, mid to late 20s. Nick’s oldest friend, walking the line between encouragement and enabling.
DR. HOAGLAND — Female, 50s. Nick’s empathetic psychiatrist, always a step ahead, leading him towards crucial, personal revelations.

DAY PLAYERS:
DR. MARTIN — Male, 40s. Pragmatic, strict physician balancing his personal regard for
Nick and professional responsibilities.
MARLENE — Female, 40s. Sharp, witty boss.
ANTHONY — Male, Late 20s. Stern inpatient staff member. Blunt, refuses to sugarcoat. GRACE — Day Player. Age 4–6. Sweet, natural presence.