Synopsis
The pilot introduces Drea’s exhausting and emotionally charged fertility journey. From the sterile clinic’s waiting room to humiliating job interviews and mounting medical bills, Drea navigates a world that seems to mock her efforts at every turn. Her husband Tristan tries to remain hopeful, but even his optimism falters under the weight of repeated failures. The couple’s bond is tested as they navigate societal expectations and personal heartbreak.
In a pivotal moment, Drea’s failed audition for a zombie commercial mirrors her internal state, reinforcing the theme of feeling “alive but dead inside.” Her journey is punctuated by small victories and moments of grace, such as a chance encounter with a baby that stirs both longing and hope. By the end of the pilot, Drea faces another devastating setback, but her enduring humor and Tristan’s reassurance lay the foundation for the couple’s next chapter.
Key Personnel
Co- Executive Producer
Maggie Stiggers is an award-winning producer and content creator recognized for her talent in writing and performance. She was named Best Female Filmmaker at The Katra Festival Grand Finale and the Berlin Flash Film Festival. Her work has been celebrated at over 22 international festivals, with notable accolades including “Best Pilot” for her show The Reenactors at the Women’s Comedy Film Festival of Atlanta (2023) and “Best Mockumentary” for FTM at The Georgia Comedy Film Festival (2023).
In addition to her achievements in film and television, Maggie created, produced, and starred in the sketch comedy series Theatre School Dropouts, available on Amazon Prime. She is also the author of Dear Future Producer, a guide to creating original content and achieving creative freedom, published in Kindle and paperback formats on Amazon.
In 2017, Maggie co-founded NikoFrank Productions with a mission to create more opportunities for women in film. Her creative work spans television, radio, and streaming platforms, showcasing her
versatility and dedication to storytelling. For more information, visit www.maggiepoliti.com or follow her on social media @maggiestiggers.
Co- Executive Producer
Lana Young is an accomplished mixed-race actress, writer, director and producer born and raised on the beautiful island of Bermuda. Her wide body of work includes notable guest star and recurring roles in WandaVision, The Vampire Diaries, Dynasty, Greenleaf, The Resident, The Blacklist and Law & Order. Her leading role in Tyler Perry’s post-World War film on Netflix, A Jazzman’s Blues, earned her an NAACP Image Award nomination for “Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture.”
Lana has produced and directed award-winning shorts including the documentary From Pink Sand to Red Carpet, which premiered at the Bermuda Festival in 2021. Lana has written an original comedy series and is currently producing a podcast focused on positive perspectives and reframing toxic thinking. Her goal is to work on impact projects that both educate and entertain.
Passionate about mentoring, Lana enjoys helping others discover their greatness. Her dedication and commitment to uplifting others continues to make a lasting impact on audiences and the industry
worldwide. For more information you can visit her website at https://www.actorlanayoung.com or follow her on social media @actorlanayoung.
Co- Executive Producer
Marchelle Thurman, a Chicago native and NYU Tisch alum, is a New York City–based actor, writer, producer, and director. Passionate about telling fresh stories and closing the industry’s gender gap, her web series Thru 25 exemplifies this vision, featuring an all–female crew and producing team. Her feature film Black White and the Greys, which she co–wrote, co–directed, produced, and starred in, had a 55% female producing team and 70% from underrepresented groups. The film won 10 awards, including Best Feature and Best of Festival at the Academy Award–qualifying BronzeLens Film Festival (2022), and Audience Choice at Sedona International Film Festival (2022) and Festival of Cinema NYC (2022).
Marchelle also earned Best Actor at the Awareness Film Festival (2022) and the NYWIFT Excellence in Directing Award at the SOHO International Film Festival (2022). The film received distribution and is now available on Tubi and Amazon. Her notable acting credits include Law & Order, FBI, Dynasty, NCIS: New Orleans, and Sundance–selected How to Tell You’re a Douchebag.
Marchelle is committed to creating opportunities for the overlooked, ensuring their voices are heard in every project she leads. Feel free to visit her website, https://www.marchellethurman.com or follow her on social media at @marchellethurman.
Together, we are thrilled to lead this project from its inception through to the completion of the pilot episode and beyond.
Director
Victoria Clark is a two-time Tony Award-winning actress and an accomplished director with a celebrated career across Broadway, television, film, and opera. On Broadway, she has starred in thirteen productions, including The Light in the Piazza (Tony Award, 2005), Kimberly Akimbo (Tony Award, 2023), Cinderella, Sister Act, and Gigi, earning multiple Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle nominations.
Her television credits are equally wide-ranging, with appearances in The Gilded Age, Pose, Homeland, The Blacklist, Almost Family, Little America, Law & Order SVU, Mercy, and The Good Wife. Her film work includes The Happening, Cradle Will Rock, Tickling Leo, and Wanderland.
As a director, Victoria has led a variety of projects, from short films to operas and musicals. She made her film directorial debut with My First Start and received the Best Director award at the New York Musical Theatre Festival for Newton’s Cradle. She recently completed directing Love Life at New York City Center Encores, and has also helmed productions for Classic Stage Company, MasterVoices, and international theaters.
A Yale graduate with additional directing training from NYU’s Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program, Victoria continues to create new work, including her autobiographical solo show The Blessing Ring and a recent orchestral recording of Maury Yeston’s December Songs.
