Based on the given story:

- **Tragedy Degree:** The story includes elements of struggle and emotional setbacks, particularly focusing on Nicolas's challenges due to his physical disability and the barriers he faces in the acting industry. However, these tragic elements are moderated by his perseverance, sense of purpose, and eventual success. Therefore, the tragedy is not profound but is present.

- **Comedy Degree:** The story has a feel-good, uplifting ending where Nicolas overcomes his challenges and finds success. While not heavily comedic, it is emotionally delightful and triumphant. The narrative focuses more on overcoming adversity and achieving dreams rather than providing comedic relief.

Here's the scoring based on the above criteria:

```json
{
  "TragedyDegree": 5,
  "ComedyDegree": 7
}
```
