“You’re going to be great, Marce,” Ethel said, not looking up. “Just remember to breathe during the high notes.”
Ethel finally looked at her younger sister. Her gaze was steady, the kind of look that had earned her the lead in three school plays already. “Height isn’t talent. You’ve got the voice of an angel and the dramatic timing of a heart attack. You’ll be fine.” casting marcela 13y ethel 15y
| Requirement | Age 13 (Marcela) | Age 15 (Ethel) | |-------------|------------------|----------------| | Work permit required | Yes – must be obtained by employer | Yes | | School attendance | Mandatory – studio teacher on set | Mandatory – studio teacher if missing school | | Max hours on set (school day) | 3 hours | 3 hours | | Max hours on set (non-school day) | 8 hours | 8 hours (but with restrictions) | | Overnight/evening restrictions | Cannot work past 10 p.m. (or 12:30 a.m. with waiver) | Similar, but 15-year-olds may have slight flexibility | | Chaperone required | Yes – parent or licensed chaperone | Parent recommended but not always mandatory if studio teacher present | “You’re going to be great, Marce,” Ethel said,
Ethel smiled, a genuine, proud smile. “I don't think they have a choice, Marce. We were brilliant.” “Height isn’t talent
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