Late teens or early 20. The steady one of the group. Bandmate 1 has a grounded energy, usually the first to notice when Ava’s drifting off into her head. They balance out the group’s jokes with an easy, laid-back presence, but still know how to poke fun when the timing’s right. Loyal and observant, Bandmate 1 feels like the quiet anchor of the crew.

Some experience on any instrument is preferred (beginner or advanced), as actors will perform along with a pre-recorded track. Don’t worry, there will be someone to teach you the parts so your hand movements match the music and look natural on camera.

Late teens or early 20s. Bandmate 3 is the playful hype-friend of the group, quick to laugh, always ready to tease, and never missing a chance to call Ava out for overthinking. They’re the first to crack a joke and the last to let a funny moment die. Easygoing and lighthearted, Bandmate 3 balances Nora’s sharper edge with humor that keeps the vibe fun and carefree. They’re the kind of friend who makes even awkward moments feel less heavy.

Some experience on any instrument is preferred (beginner or advanced), as actors will perform along with a pre-recorded track. Don’t worry, there will be someone to teach you the parts so your hand movements match the music and look natural on camera.

The band’s quick-witted realist, always ready with a sarcastic jab or a deadpan comeback. She teases Ava in a way only a close friend can, blunt, but full of affection. Beneath the jokes, she’s sharp-eyed and practical, often pointing out what others miss. With her humor and no-nonsense vibe, Nora keeps the group grounded while still keeping the energy light.

Charismatic, witty, and effortlessly stylish, the Host is the heartbeat of the lounge. They glide across the stage with high-fashion flair, cracking jokes, hyping up the crowd, and giving each performer a moment to shine. Their presence ties the night together, making the lounge feel alive and dynamic.

Female, Non-Binary, Trans Female. The love interest, Kae is effortlessly cool, with a laid-back sapphic vibe that makes her both approachable and mysterious. Her style leans more tomboyish/stud, but beneath that chill exterior is someone who’s fully present, watching, listening, and taking in the energy around her.

She’s playful but not performative, grounded but magnetic. At her core, she is a creative soul who connects deeply through music.

Kae embodies that spark of possibility, the unexpected person in the crowd who suddenly becomes the story.

The extras are more than background, they are the pulse of the lounge. Every nod to the beat, every clink of a glass, every burst of laughter or applause creates the world Ava and Kae live in. They are the vibe-setters, the silent storytellers who give weight to the performances and intimacy to the glances. Each extra brings their own rhythm: the friend hyping from the back, the stranger tapping along, the one lost in the music. Together, they form the soul of Spotlight , the living, breathing crowd that turns a small stage into something unforgettable.