Stage Struck

A determined aspiring actress who changes her name to gain confidence. She pursues a breakthrough in Joe's play, endures stage fright, and discovers her own star potential through perseverance and support from mentors. Her arc tracks both romantic entanglements and a fierce drive to be seen on stage.

A seasoned theater figure with influence and experience. He recognizes Eva's talent, encourages her audition, and becomes entangled in a complicated balance of professional interest and personal restraint. His actions reveal both mentorship and self-protective motives within the theatre world.

A young playwright with ambition and sharp instincts. He drives Eva's opportunities, manipulates casting behind the scenes, and alternately helps and hinders others to shape his own success. His decisions propel the plot and test loyalties within the troupe.

A would-be star who desires the lead role and resists rewriting, prompting tensions over artistic direction. Her miscasting and eventual withdrawal highlight the fragility of fame and the fragility of control over a production.

An established actor whose influence shapes Eva's opportunities. He navigates contracts and backstage dynamics, contributing to the moral ambiguities surrounding mentorship and ambition in the theatre.

A backstage colleague who observes the drama and offers pragmatic commentary amid the onstage and offstage tensions. His presence grounds the backstage world as characters chase their dreams.

A member of the theatre circle who participates in the surrounding social and professional atmosphere. He reflects the wider cast of characters who populate the production's world.