Guava Island

A charismatic local musician whose guitar-defined identity anchors the island’s spirit. He pushes for a festival that unites the town and challenges Red Cargo’s restrictions, even after his instrument is destroyed. His resolve to turn music into a communal experience drives the story toward its climactic celebration and its somber aftermath.

A factory seamstress and central narrator who balances work with care for her family. She supports Deni’s dream while managing questions of pregnancy and the pressures of island life. Her perspective anchors the emotional core of the tale as she guides the audience through the events.

Kofi’s coworker and ally in the factory, sharing the struggle under Red Cargo’s regime and standing beside Deni’s artistic rebellion. Her presence embodies practical resilience and solidarity within the community.

A ruthless business magnate who controls the island’s economy and uses bribery and intimidation to suppress dissent. His destruction of Deni’s guitar marks the extent of his power and sets the stage for the ultimate clash between control and creativity.

One of the two children who spark Deni’s ambition to perform and give the town a hopeful future through art. Her presence represents innocence and a catalyst for the festival’s dream.

Zoila’s counterpart in inspiration, embodying curiosity and resilience that keep the festival dream alive as the island confronts hardship.