I [Don't] Belong Here
Los Angeles, California | Series
Comedy, Satire
For anyone who has ever felt they didn't belong... in the room | in the group | on this planet... Join us as we explore what people our age are *actually* going through. A show about (and by) disillusioned 30-somethings.
I [Don't] Belong Here
Los Angeles, California | Series
Comedy, Satire
1 Campaigns | California, United States
23 supporters | followers
Enter the amount you would like to pledge
$2,820
Goal: $3,000 for production
For anyone who has ever felt they didn't belong... in the room | in the group | on this planet... Join us as we explore what people our age are *actually* going through. A show about (and by) disillusioned 30-somethings.
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About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
A perplexing near-death experience forces Elle to reflect on her existence. Searching for meaning, she finds everyone around her facing similar miserable circumstances. Dating is futile. No one is having kids. Is #VanLife just glorified homelessness? – A show about (and by) disillusioned 30-somethings.
THE WHY
Shows today often portray unrealistic characters living hyper-glamorized lives (trust funds, yachts, nepo babies, penthouses) and usually take place in New York or L.A. We recognize that most people don't relate to these characters or their "problems," and that a lot of people just hope to one day have in-unit laundry and dining chairs that match.
THE WHO
The entire team is made up of trained artists who have worked on varying scales of projects. (Check out "The Team" tab)
The show follows Elle who is dealing with issues we have all experienced (or are experiencing), while wondering "What am I doing?" "Where are my people?" and "What is the point?!"
THE WHAT
The funds from this campaign will be used to film episodes that will be released online as a miniseries/sitcom-style show (think a mix of Curb Your Enthusiasm and Fleabag). If the project surpasses the funding goal, extra funds will go towards higher-quality equipment rentals and marketing of the show after completion.
(Images from Curb Your Enthusiasm & Fleabag)
THE WHEN & WHERE
We are currently in development. The writers are hard at work on episodes, and we are assembling a very talented and enthusiastic production team. Filming will take place this summer in southern California and is set to be released mid-late 2026.
THE ASK
We want as many eyes 👀 on this as possible. While this is a crowdfunding campaign, building our audience is equally as important. We hope you will *follow* along and share this with others who you think would enjoy as well!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Sound Design
Costs $1,000
Sound can make or break a project. We will be paying to have a professional audio engineer on set.
Incidentals
Costs $500
To help cover miscellaneous and unexpected costs (e.g. hard drives for footage)
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
THE CREATORS
Andrew Colburn is an actor and director who graduated from NYU Tisch School of the Arts. Andrew moved to Los Angeles on a mission to pursue a career in the arts. He was previously seen in Morgan-Wixson Theatre's production of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and Chromolume Theater's production of The Little Mermaid in Los Angeles. His other theater credits include roles in Godspell, Rent, West Side Story, and Chicago. His passion for theater runs as deep as his adoration for film, and he will be returning to behind the camera for this project.
Laura Trent is an actress and producer with a passion for honest and thoughtful storytelling. She grew up performing in community theater and musicals in Montana. With a degree in journalism and a natural affinity for organization, she has honed her skills on various indie projects and is excited to be creating this show. When she isn’t on set, you can find her baking delicious treats or in a barre class.
THE WRITERS
Lauren Barker is a writer and director from Madison, WI. After graduating from Vancouver Film School's screenwriting program, she made her debut feature film, the micro-budget thriller Cohabitation, in her home state of Wisconsin. It premiered at the Twin Cities Film Festival in 2020 and went on to have a successful worldwide festival run, winning the award for Best Actress in a Feature (for Tiffany Streng) at the Milwaukee Twisted Dreams Film Festival. The film then secured global distribution through Indie Rights. In 2022, Barker moved to Los Angeles, and has since worked on major television shows in the production department. She speaks French and some German & Spanish and enjoys studying languages and learning the etymology of words.
Madison Laughlin (Bio coming soon)
Danielle LeBlanc is a LA-based, Oregon-born writer and director interested in romantic comedies. Her short film BUSH premiered at Femme Filth Fest in January 2026. Since the premiere, the film has received a Special Mention at Boundless Film Festival and earned LeBlanc a Best Director nomination from Barcelona Indie Filmmakers Festival. Her writing can be found on Substack.
Austin O'Reilly (Bio coming soon)
Hetty Pasquazzi is a writer, actor, and stand-up comic from Narragansett, Rhode Island, and an alum of Emerson College. Through her comedy, Hetty seeks to juxtapose dark circumstances with unprecedented joy and light. She became certified in Meisner technique after graduating from the 2 Year Triaining Program at The Ruskin School. She hosts and produces a monthly musical comedy show called "1 Star Revue" as well as a staged reading series called "Play Date."
THE PRODUCERS
Erin Hadfield is honored to be one of the producers for I [Don’t] Belong Here. She has worked in front of the camera as an actress and behind the camera as a producer, director, DP, and writer. She is currently producing the short film Wonderland Treats! and served as an executive producer on Sotto La Rosa, soon to be released on YouTube after finishing its festival run. Erin believes the concept for I [Don’t] Belong Here will connect to audiences through a journey they can relate to as they follow Elle searching for meaning.
Michelle Hodan is an actor, writer, and producer. She started acting in high school and went on to become a member of the Professional Theatre Training Program at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. After college, she moved to New York City, where she collaborated on projects at the NYU Tisch Program. In 1998, she made her way to Los Angeles, and started working in TV and film. In 2014, she returned to her roots, creating a 99 seat theatre in the back of bar in Hollywood. The venue features hundreds of shows and events annually. She also optimizes the iconic space to shoot original short form content.
Annakaren Pedraza is a creative producer who was born and raised in Indio, California. She studied business and now works in International Theatrical Distribution at a major studio.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
A perplexing near-death experience forces Elle to reflect on her existence. Searching for meaning, she finds everyone around her facing similar miserable circumstances. Dating is futile. No one is having kids. Is #VanLife just glorified homelessness? – A show about (and by) disillusioned 30-somethings.
THE WHY
Shows today often portray unrealistic characters living hyper-glamorized lives (trust funds, yachts, nepo babies, penthouses) and usually take place in New York or L.A. We recognize that most people don't relate to these characters or their "problems," and that a lot of people just hope to one day have in-unit laundry and dining chairs that match.
THE WHO
The entire team is made up of trained artists who have worked on varying scales of projects. (Check out "The Team" tab)
The show follows Elle who is dealing with issues we have all experienced (or are experiencing), while wondering "What am I doing?" "Where are my people?" and "What is the point?!"
THE WHAT
The funds from this campaign will be used to film episodes that will be released online as a miniseries/sitcom-style show (think a mix of Curb Your Enthusiasm and Fleabag). If the project surpasses the funding goal, extra funds will go towards higher-quality equipment rentals and marketing of the show after completion.
(Images from Curb Your Enthusiasm & Fleabag)
THE WHEN & WHERE
We are currently in development. The writers are hard at work on episodes, and we are assembling a very talented and enthusiastic production team. Filming will take place this summer in southern California and is set to be released mid-late 2026.
THE ASK
We want as many eyes 👀 on this as possible. While this is a crowdfunding campaign, building our audience is equally as important. We hope you will *follow* along and share this with others who you think would enjoy as well!
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Sound Design
Costs $1,000
Sound can make or break a project. We will be paying to have a professional audio engineer on set.
Incidentals
Costs $500
To help cover miscellaneous and unexpected costs (e.g. hard drives for footage)
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
THE CREATORS
Andrew Colburn is an actor and director who graduated from NYU Tisch School of the Arts. Andrew moved to Los Angeles on a mission to pursue a career in the arts. He was previously seen in Morgan-Wixson Theatre's production of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and Chromolume Theater's production of The Little Mermaid in Los Angeles. His other theater credits include roles in Godspell, Rent, West Side Story, and Chicago. His passion for theater runs as deep as his adoration for film, and he will be returning to behind the camera for this project.
Laura Trent is an actress and producer with a passion for honest and thoughtful storytelling. She grew up performing in community theater and musicals in Montana. With a degree in journalism and a natural affinity for organization, she has honed her skills on various indie projects and is excited to be creating this show. When she isn’t on set, you can find her baking delicious treats or in a barre class.
THE WRITERS
Lauren Barker is a writer and director from Madison, WI. After graduating from Vancouver Film School's screenwriting program, she made her debut feature film, the micro-budget thriller Cohabitation, in her home state of Wisconsin. It premiered at the Twin Cities Film Festival in 2020 and went on to have a successful worldwide festival run, winning the award for Best Actress in a Feature (for Tiffany Streng) at the Milwaukee Twisted Dreams Film Festival. The film then secured global distribution through Indie Rights. In 2022, Barker moved to Los Angeles, and has since worked on major television shows in the production department. She speaks French and some German & Spanish and enjoys studying languages and learning the etymology of words.
Madison Laughlin (Bio coming soon)
Danielle LeBlanc is a LA-based, Oregon-born writer and director interested in romantic comedies. Her short film BUSH premiered at Femme Filth Fest in January 2026. Since the premiere, the film has received a Special Mention at Boundless Film Festival and earned LeBlanc a Best Director nomination from Barcelona Indie Filmmakers Festival. Her writing can be found on Substack.
Austin O'Reilly (Bio coming soon)
Hetty Pasquazzi is a writer, actor, and stand-up comic from Narragansett, Rhode Island, and an alum of Emerson College. Through her comedy, Hetty seeks to juxtapose dark circumstances with unprecedented joy and light. She became certified in Meisner technique after graduating from the 2 Year Triaining Program at The Ruskin School. She hosts and produces a monthly musical comedy show called "1 Star Revue" as well as a staged reading series called "Play Date."
THE PRODUCERS
Erin Hadfield is honored to be one of the producers for I [Don’t] Belong Here. She has worked in front of the camera as an actress and behind the camera as a producer, director, DP, and writer. She is currently producing the short film Wonderland Treats! and served as an executive producer on Sotto La Rosa, soon to be released on YouTube after finishing its festival run. Erin believes the concept for I [Don’t] Belong Here will connect to audiences through a journey they can relate to as they follow Elle searching for meaning.
Michelle Hodan is an actor, writer, and producer. She started acting in high school and went on to become a member of the Professional Theatre Training Program at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. After college, she moved to New York City, where she collaborated on projects at the NYU Tisch Program. In 1998, she made her way to Los Angeles, and started working in TV and film. In 2014, she returned to her roots, creating a 99 seat theatre in the back of bar in Hollywood. The venue features hundreds of shows and events annually. She also optimizes the iconic space to shoot original short form content.
Annakaren Pedraza is a creative producer who was born and raised in Indio, California. She studied business and now works in International Theatrical Distribution at a major studio.