| Role | Age | Description | Required Skills | |------|-----|-------------|----------------| | (lead) | 16‑19 | First‑generation Mexican‑American teen, shy but fiercely determined. | Acting (dramatic range), street‑style dance (hip‑hop, krump), bilingual (English/Spanish). | | Luis Torres (father) | 40‑55 | Hard‑working immigrant, runs a family‑run taco truck. | Strong presence, limited English (Spanish‑dominant). | | Maya Patel (best friend) | 15‑18 | Indian‑American tech‑savvy girl, supports Emma’s dance dream. | Acting, basic Bollywood dance (optional). | | Javier “Javi” Ruiz (love interest) | 17‑22 | Charismatic local DJ, part‑time skate‑boarder. | Acting, DJ equipment handling , skate‑boarding basics. | | Mrs. Alvarez (school principal) | 45‑60 | Strict but fair, pushes students toward college. | Authority, mild accent (Southern‑US). | | Supporting Dancers / Extras | 13‑30 | Members of a community dance crew. | Group choreography, ability to take direction quickly. |
The production’s modest budget (approximately PHP 850,000) demonstrated how can yield critical acclaim without lavish spending. This model is especially pertinent for post‑pandemic indie productions seeking to balance financial constraints with artistic ambition. Vince Banderos- Emmanuella Son Casting Full -2021-
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