You've seen him in movies like Circuit, Another Gay Movie and his most popular role on the hit Logo series Noah's Arc (I'm still pissed that those assholes canceled one of their highest rated shows at the time). Well now actor Darryl Stephens is set to make his return to television in a new gay scripted series called DTLA (aka Downtown LA) to premiere on OutTV in April. The half hour series is being described as a cross between Queer As Folk and Swingers, which means unlike Noah's Arc, we'll be getting lots of sweaty sex and plenty of nudity.
The series was self-produced and so far only six episodes have been ordered, and producers need donations to complete post-production and a few pick-ups on the series in order to deliver it to OutTV for an April 2012 premiere.
Below is a synposis:
DTLA depicts the relationships of seven friends with varied ethnic, cultural, and sexual orientations who work and live in the vibrant community of Downtown Los Angeles. It's a story of love, friendship, loyalty, and being true to oneself - no matter what the cost. It is the first dramatic series with gay leads since "Queer as Folk," "Noah's Arc," and "The L Word."
Our eyes into this world are Lenny (Darryl Stephens of "Noah's Arc") and Bryan (newcomer Matthew Stephen Herrick), a long term couple who can no longer escape some fundamental truths about their relationship. As they begin to deal with end of their relationship - their lives, and the lives of their friends will be forever altered.
The series also stars Danny Roberts of "MTV's Real World," Erin Daniels of "The L Word," Tiffany Pollard of "VH1's I Love New York," TV/Radio personality B. Scott, Luenell of "Borat," Julie Goldman of "Big Gay Sketch," William McNamara of "Doing Time On Maple Drive," and Leslie Jordan of "Will & Grace."
Executive Produced by Larry Kennar, Darryl Stephens, Mark Erickson, Helene Shaw, and Michael Andres Palmieri.
Given that it has been seven years since "Queer as Folk," we are eager to put our voices back in the world and give the next generation an opportunity to see themselves reflected in our characters and stories.
Plans are also underway for season two.
Like DL Chronicles before them, it is up to us to make sure OUR stories get told, because if we wait for the mainstream networks to notice us (I don't see anyone smartly trying to cash in on the fact that being gay is "in" right now) and tell our stories, we'll be waiting until the year 2245. And since the world is supposed to be ending this year, we don't have that kind of time. I don't get OutTV and I would really like to see this show. Since The L Word and Queer As Folk had successful runs on Showtime, I don't understand why they haven't picked up the show? So let's not wait around for someone to give us a show. Let's make sure our voices get heard. To donate, click here for more information. Producers need to reach $25,000 by February 22.
Check out the trailer below.
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