Acting Audition for “Balance” Film in DC

Instigator and risk taker. Overconfident. Follower disguised as a leader. BYRON - Balance false confidence with moments of genuine uncertainty. Needs to show dangerous charisma that leads others into bad decisions.

Concerned and protective instincts, but ultimately compliant. Emotionally aware and pragmatic. AMARI - Must convincingly portray internal conflict between safety and belonging. Requires the ability to make the audience sympathize with her predicament, while maintaining being the "smart one" and still making the tragic choice.

Skeptical voice of reasoning; sarcastic and more cautious. Observant and comedically cynical. DRUEX - Strong comedic timing for sarcastic dialogue delivery. Must make intellectual observations feel natural not forced

(Trio Group) Streetwise teenager from a broken home dealing with an absent father and mother struggling with addiction. Despite his tough exterior and quick temper, he's fiercely loyal to his friends and has his own moral code. His confrontation with Micah becomes explosive, mirroring his own abandonment issues. Ability to switch from casual to explosive energy instantly Emotional depth for family trauma backstory Must convey vulnerability beneath tough exterior instasize

(Trio Group) Clean cut, while not physically imposing. Character Description: A privileged, academically gifted teenager from a stable two-parent household with a full scholarship to William & Mary. He's book-smart but street-naive, often making well-intentioned but tactless comments about his friend's choices without understanding their circumstances. Desperately wanting to fit in with his cooler, more experienced friends.

(Trio Group) Relaxed, causal build. Artistic and creative appearance. Character Description: A laid-back, creative teenager with musical aspirations who serves as the philosophical voice among his friends. He's torn between family expectations and his artistic dreams. He's the most emotionally balanced of the friend group.

(WIFE) Expressive features capable enough to convey both strength and vulnerability. Character Description: Devoted wife and mother who has reached her breaking point after years of emotional neglect. She's intelligent, articulate, and deeply reflective about her relationship dynamics concerning her deteriorating marriage.