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Film Casting | Sweet Pan – Feature Film

Production Company: Sweet Pan Productions Ltd.

Seeking: M/F Actors, 12 – 60+ y/o (See Character Breakdown)

For: Feature Film

Title: Sweet Pan

Genre: Coming-of Age, Romance, Drama

Logline: Against the backdrop of Trinidad’s Carnival, Caddy, a young man, navigates the complex intersections of passion battling family traditions, and societal pressure amidst the pulsating rhythms of the steel pan.

Character Breakdown:

***CADDY: Male, 20-30. Indo-Caribbean. The soulful paradox. Charismatic romantic and pan master, grappling with cultural identity vs. newfound faith. Seeks redemption and purpose.

***JIM: Male, 20–30. Afro-Caribbean. The quiet fire. Intense, loyal, and passionate about pan. His unspoken love for Rita and resentment towards Caddy’s choices force him to find his own voice.

***RITA: Female, 20-30. Mixed Race. Independent, outspoken and a gifted singer. Serves as an emotional anchor for Jim and Caddy.

***PETAL JOHNSON: Female, 20-30. Canadian/White. A pastor’s daughter and a gifted singer and dancer. Torn between loyalty to her family and navigating a new culture and complex relationships.

Casting Note: *** Indicates roles that include scripted intimacy or romantic scenes. Please note that the performance of intimacy or romantic scenes with another candidate will not be required at any stage of the audition process. This notice is provided for transparency and to ensure that all performers are fully informed of the nature of the role. All scenes involving intimacy will be staged in accordance with the highest professional standards. Consent, communication, and performer comfort will remain top priorities throughout production.

YOUNG JIM: Male, early – mid teens. Afro-Caribbean. A dreamer – daring, bright, and loyal. Shows signs of early maturity. After experiencing a tragedy, he finds comfort, community and renewed purpose in a pan yard. Ability to swim will be an asset.

YOUNG CADDY: Male, early – mid teens. Indo-Caribbean. Playful and occasionally cocky, but very loyal and supportive of his best friend, Jim. Ability to swim will be an asset.

YOUNG RITA: Female, early – mid teens. Mixed Race. Mature and feisty – has a good head on her shoulders. A supportive friend to both Jim and Caddy – tragedy brings them even closer.

MR. SAMUELS: Male, late 40s – late 50s. A passionate teacher who loves pan. A mentor and father-figure to Jim and Caddy.

MRS. ELLIS (JIM’S MOTHER): Female, early 40 – 60+. Afro-Caribbean. Loving and a natural nurturer.

MRS. MAHARAJ: Female, early 40 – 60+. East Indian/Mixed. Caddy’s Aunt. Insightful and nurturing. Offers guidance to Caddy about his love and life choices.

MR. JOHNSON: Male, late 40s – 60+. Canadian/White. Petal’s father and a Baptist Pastor. Has old fashioned ideas and stands in opposition to Petal’s journey to independence.

MRS. JOHNSON: Female, late 40s – 60. Canadian/White. Petal’s mother. Softer and empathetic which leads her to be torn between respecting her husband’s authority and supporting her daughter’s happiness.

SPADE KINCAID: Male, 20 – 30. Afro-Caribbean. Street-smart and funny. Being mostly a comic relief, he’s very energetic and self-confident. Aspires to climb the ranks of the band and fights for that chance to shine. Pan playing an asset.

ADDITIONAL ROLES: Gender Non-Specific. Any Age, Any Ethnicity. Opportunities for Day Player, Bit Part and Background/Extra Roles.

Application Format: Online Submission

Deadline: Friday 24th October, 2025 | 10AM

Preparation: Interested persons are asked to submit ONE (1) CLOSE UP and ONE (1) FULL-LENGTH photo of themselves (No hats, no sunglasses, no filters or AI augmentations. We want to see YOU. Your face must be clearly visible),  along with the following:

  • Name
  • Height
  • Contact number
  • Email Address
  • Talent Resume (if you have one)
  • Demo Reel (if you have one)

NOTE: Please submit up to date headshots, or photos that look as close to how you look now. If/When you are selected, we want you to look as close as possible to the headshot you submitted.

Disclaimer: Kindly be advised that the client retains the right to either close or extend the application deadline at their discretion and without prior notification.

Production Credits: 

  • Director: Marvin L. Ishmael
  • Co-Producer: Safa Niamat-Ali
  • Line Producer: Nicole Greene
  • DoP: Dion Boucaud
  • Choreographer: La-Shaun Prescott
  • Casting Director: Triston Wallace
  • Casting Executives: Rondell Martin, Sydney Darius, Anil Singh, Moses Babb,
Note: This casting is being coordinated by the Trinidad and Tobago Performing Arts Network. All submissions will be reviewed by our casting team, and you will be contacted regarding the outcome of your application. Shortlisted candidates will hear directly from us or members of the production team, who will provide more detailed information to support an informed decision before accepting any offers. Please keep in mind that the film and advertising industry moves quickly—be sure to return any missed calls as soon as possible.

Shooting Period: 27th December, 2025 – 28th February, 2026

Location: Trinidad and Tobago

Compensation: $300 TTD – $20,000 TTD (depending on role)

Additional Information: This is the first in a series of casting calls for this project. Stay connected to be notified when future calls are released for roles not included in the breakdown above.

This casting notice was submitted by: Triston Wallace