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Title: Struggling
Storyline: 'Struggling' follows the chaotic lives of Ricky and his two closest companions Edward and Albie as they attempt to hold their collapsing world together while battling rent demands, broken surroundings, addiction and the fragile foundations of their friendship.
Ricky is a drug addict whose intense devotion to his girlfriend Dani constantly pulls him into conflict with his own impulses.
The two friends who rely on Ricky for access to drugs provide him shelter creating a messy cycle of dependency loyalty humour and conflict.
As their apartment and ambitions fall apart a sudden opportunity arrives at their door forcing the trio to confront the truth about themselves their futures and the cracks that have formed between them.
This production is a grounded character led acting job for an on screen role offering actors an opportunity to dive into emotionally rich material shaped by two and a half years of dedicated script development.
Male 18 to 34
Ricky. A drug addict obsessed with his girlfriend Dani and an unintentional helpful friend who supports Edward and Albie while they rely on him for access to drugs. Vulnerable chaotic and deeply layered
Male 18 to 34
Edward. One of Ricky's closest companions offering him refuge while depending on him for drugs. Part friend, part enabler with moments of tension humour and emotional conflict
Male 18 to 34
Albie. Ricky's other close friend caught between loyalty survival and frustration, adding conflict humour and emotional weight to the group dynamic
Female 18 to 34
Dani. Ricky's girlfriend. Fiercely loved by him and central to his emotional turmoil. Her presence fuels his obsession vulnerability and spiralling behaviour, requiring strong expressive performance
Female or male 18 to 34
A neighbour who becomes involved in the group's chaotic daily life, offering brief grounding moments or conflict depending on the scene
