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A Casting Room
When Harris is asked to audition for a different character last minute, it sparks the question: what does being mixed race look like? And can we ever assume someone's heritage from the colour of their skin?
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When Harris is asked to audition for a different character last minute, it sparks the question: what does being mixed race look like? And can we ever assume someone's heritage from the colour of their skin?
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