HENRY (young 20’s) – Henry is earnest, a little overwhelmed, and trying his best—even if that means standing in a smoke-filled kitchen holding a fire extinguisher. He’s the kind of person who masks his fear of failure with humor, and struggles to articulate how much he really cares. In this scene, he’s reckoning with more than a burnt pan—he’s realizing how close things have come to falling apart, and he’s desperate to fix it.

JULIE (young 20’s) – Julie meets chaos with sharp wit and a dish towel. Independent, expressive, and full of heart, she’s learned to protect herself with sarcasm, especially when things feel out of control. She’s not just waving smoke out of the kitchen—she’s trying to see clearly through the haze of a relationship that’s gone off course. Julie is at a crossroads between holding on and walking away.

Tone: A bittersweet, dialogue-driven dramedy with intimate stakes and a grounded emotional arc. Looking for performers with strong chemistry, subtle comedic timing, and the ability to carry emotional depth beneath everyday actions.