Casting Call: "Try Love" - Chicago

A complex, funny, and flirtatious former minister-in-training navigating the intersection of her bisexuality, faith, and family expectations. She is deeply connected to her spirituality but struggles to reconcile her identity with her mother’s beliefs. Danielle is Cici’s girlfriend and Angela’s daughter.

Danielle’s girlfriend, affectionate and emotionally perceptive, who supports Danielle through a difficult family gathering while maintaining boundaries when Danielle becomes emotionally distant.

Danielle’s uncle, the birthday boy and the host of the family gathering. A God-fearing man himself, he is warm, humorous, a little flashy and protective, with bad knees and a strong sense of family responsibility. He recognizes the conflict between Danielle and Angela and advocates for his niece from a place of love and accountability.

Danielle’s mother, deeply religious and traditional. Emotionally guarded, Angela struggles to reconcile her beliefs with her love for her daughter, responding to Danielle’s coming out with rejection and restraint.

Danielle’s sister, playful and quick-witted, who brings comedic energy to the family gathering while offering her sister warmth and support.

Danielle’s sister, social, outspoken, and flirtatious. She brings levity to the gathering and responds to Danielle’s coming out with openness and acceptance.

Seeking Black performers of various ages and genders to portray members of Danielle’s extended family at the birthday gathering. All will have small speaking roles.