Kate & Kade
New York City, New York | Series
Comedy, LGBTQ
Oftentimes, one's early 20's is a notoriously messy, and confusing time, often only made worthwhile by friends and family; Kate and Kade just so happen to be both, having each other's backs while chasing their dreams in New York City. Community is the backbone of our society and it starts at home.
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Oftentimes, one's early 20's is a notoriously messy, and confusing time, often only made worthwhile by friends and family; Kate and Kade just so happen to be both, having each other's backs while chasing their dreams in New York City. Community is the backbone of our society and it starts at home.
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Once upon a time, Kate and Kade's mothers ditched their husbands, fell in love and thus the two became a dynamic step-sibling duo. Now, with college behind them, they’re taking on New York City side by side, both chasing their own version of success. But as reality sets in, their once-solid dynamic is tested by new jobs, new relationships, and the growing pains of early adulthood. Kate & Kade is a coming-of-age comedy about chosen family, personal ambition, and learning how to grow without growing apart.
CHARACTERS:
KATE: Kate is the female lead. She’s a young writer who moves to NYC hoping to contribute to the fashion and cultural zeitgeist of the city. She moves through life with a spunky attitude and an uncanny inability to take no for an answer.
KADE: The male lead of the show is Kade. Kade is inspired to move to New York City after getting his theatre degree. He hopes to make waves in his acting career in the city.
THEMES EXPLORED:
- Blended/chosen family
- "Coming out"...again
- Same-sex parentage
- Cross-cultural upbringing
- Dating in NYC
- Friendship
- Parasocial relationships
- LGBTQIA+ community
- Betrayal
- Workplace culture
- Body image
Confession #1: I take a lot of pride in being from New York City. A circumstance completely out of my control, at times I marvel at the fact that out of anywhere in the world, I was one of the 7.3 million (at the time) blessed enough to be here. I love the mix of global cultures that make up the city, I love the energy that pulses through the streets and the undeniable influence that our culture has on the world. I don’t think I truly understood the larger context of NYC until college.
Cut to: Post-undergrad graduation. Almost all of my friends that I made in college were from out-of-state. This turned into a majority of them morphing into career driven-NYC transplants: a concept that’s become a cultural phenomenon, apparently. By the time graduation rolled around, I had sure developed the ambition to succeed in the city that I called home, which, along with the personal evolution occurring at the time, renewed my zeal for the city. This place that so many people were clamoring to be a part of, I already had a birthright to…which is pretty freakin’ cool if you ask me.
Confession #2: I’ve always been a big fan of comedies about friendship, or ‘buddy comedies,’ as they’re referred to. Having said that, films and TV shows that feature sibling relationships are some of my favorites. So much of the children’s programming we watched as kids featured hijinks carried out by siblings, either in spite of their sibling or to cover for them in sticky situations. Sibling bonds are surprisingly some of the most morpheus, ranging from the silly shenanigans of The Suite Life and Zack and Cody, to the more mature, insidious nature of Cruel Intentions’ Sebastian Valmont and Kathryn Merteuil.
In addition, across the media, we have seen depictions of family that defy what a ‘normal’ family looks like.
This birthed the idea for Kate & Kade; although their family dynamic may not be ‘typical,’ the love and support they have for each other trumps all.
Confession #3: Speaking candidly as a seasoned 20-something, you need emotional support as a growing adult. Sometimes, you need a lot of it. It isn’t always a 2-hour cry session; sometimes it’s just someone letting you know that they have your back, that can shift an entire mindset. And sometimes it isn’t an entire village cheering for you, but instead one person who sees you in that moment. My close friendships have truly shaped and molded my 20’s, for better and otherwise. They have provided some of the most vibrant colors that I am able to pull from my life. In way, Kate & Kade is a love letter to the friendships I’ve held during this particular time in life.
Principal photography for Kate & Kade is scheduled for Spring 2026, aiming for a Fall 2026 online release. In order to bring all eight episodes of Season One to life, we have calculated a budget of $10,000. We anticipate this to cover the cost of locations, equipment, cast and crew, craft services, production design and post-production. If we were to exceed our goal, remaining funds will be directed towards marketing/promotional material, including interactive events with the cast and crew of the project.
Wishlist
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Locations
Costs $1,000
We need locations that match the script so we can bring the world of Kate & Kade to life
Equipment
Costs $2,000
We need equipment to shoot to the highest quality possible.
Cast, Crew
Costs $4,000
We'd love to be able to compensate our cast and crew in some way for all their hard work
Craft services
Costs $400
We'd love to be able to feed our cast and crew while they work long hours on set
Post-production
Costs $1,600
Where the magic happens. In order to get the series to the finish line, we'll need to polish our product
Production Design/Props
Costs $1,000
To bring Kate & Kade's world to life, we need props and furnishings for their spaces.
Cash Pledge
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About This Team
Kadeem Adrian is a Brooklyn-native actor and storyteller. He began his artistic journey as a thespian in his teen years before shifting his focus to television and film, later graduating with a double major in Television Production and Drama Performance from Hofstra University. As a queer man, who is the first born child to Jamaican immigrants, much of Kadeem’s work explores themes of identity, self-exploration, and community.
Executive Producer Antreise Lacey is from Colorado Springs, Colorado. Lacey went to Hofstra University where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Video/Television & Film. Post graduation she took her talent to 1091 Pictures, where she contributed to the release and delivery of independent films across digital platforms. Outside of a 9-5, Lacey works on short films and projects and commercial sets. She currently is the Director of Screen Acquisitions for a short film and stage distribution and acquisitions company called, Tiny Scripted. You can find her somewhere napping, running or reading.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Once upon a time, Kate and Kade's mothers ditched their husbands, fell in love and thus the two became a dynamic step-sibling duo. Now, with college behind them, they’re taking on New York City side by side, both chasing their own version of success. But as reality sets in, their once-solid dynamic is tested by new jobs, new relationships, and the growing pains of early adulthood. Kate & Kade is a coming-of-age comedy about chosen family, personal ambition, and learning how to grow without growing apart.
CHARACTERS:
KATE: Kate is the female lead. She’s a young writer who moves to NYC hoping to contribute to the fashion and cultural zeitgeist of the city. She moves through life with a spunky attitude and an uncanny inability to take no for an answer.
KADE: The male lead of the show is Kade. Kade is inspired to move to New York City after getting his theatre degree. He hopes to make waves in his acting career in the city.
THEMES EXPLORED:
- Blended/chosen family
- "Coming out"...again
- Same-sex parentage
- Cross-cultural upbringing
- Dating in NYC
- Friendship
- Parasocial relationships
- LGBTQIA+ community
- Betrayal
- Workplace culture
- Body image
Confession #1: I take a lot of pride in being from New York City. A circumstance completely out of my control, at times I marvel at the fact that out of anywhere in the world, I was one of the 7.3 million (at the time) blessed enough to be here. I love the mix of global cultures that make up the city, I love the energy that pulses through the streets and the undeniable influence that our culture has on the world. I don’t think I truly understood the larger context of NYC until college.
Cut to: Post-undergrad graduation. Almost all of my friends that I made in college were from out-of-state. This turned into a majority of them morphing into career driven-NYC transplants: a concept that’s become a cultural phenomenon, apparently. By the time graduation rolled around, I had sure developed the ambition to succeed in the city that I called home, which, along with the personal evolution occurring at the time, renewed my zeal for the city. This place that so many people were clamoring to be a part of, I already had a birthright to…which is pretty freakin’ cool if you ask me.
Confession #2: I’ve always been a big fan of comedies about friendship, or ‘buddy comedies,’ as they’re referred to. Having said that, films and TV shows that feature sibling relationships are some of my favorites. So much of the children’s programming we watched as kids featured hijinks carried out by siblings, either in spite of their sibling or to cover for them in sticky situations. Sibling bonds are surprisingly some of the most morpheus, ranging from the silly shenanigans of The Suite Life and Zack and Cody, to the more mature, insidious nature of Cruel Intentions’ Sebastian Valmont and Kathryn Merteuil.
In addition, across the media, we have seen depictions of family that defy what a ‘normal’ family looks like.
This birthed the idea for Kate & Kade; although their family dynamic may not be ‘typical,’ the love and support they have for each other trumps all.
Confession #3: Speaking candidly as a seasoned 20-something, you need emotional support as a growing adult. Sometimes, you need a lot of it. It isn’t always a 2-hour cry session; sometimes it’s just someone letting you know that they have your back, that can shift an entire mindset. And sometimes it isn’t an entire village cheering for you, but instead one person who sees you in that moment. My close friendships have truly shaped and molded my 20’s, for better and otherwise. They have provided some of the most vibrant colors that I am able to pull from my life. In way, Kate & Kade is a love letter to the friendships I’ve held during this particular time in life.
Principal photography for Kate & Kade is scheduled for Spring 2026, aiming for a Fall 2026 online release. In order to bring all eight episodes of Season One to life, we have calculated a budget of $10,000. We anticipate this to cover the cost of locations, equipment, cast and crew, craft services, production design and post-production. If we were to exceed our goal, remaining funds will be directed towards marketing/promotional material, including interactive events with the cast and crew of the project.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Locations
Costs $1,000
We need locations that match the script so we can bring the world of Kate & Kade to life
Equipment
Costs $2,000
We need equipment to shoot to the highest quality possible.
Cast, Crew
Costs $4,000
We'd love to be able to compensate our cast and crew in some way for all their hard work
Craft services
Costs $400
We'd love to be able to feed our cast and crew while they work long hours on set
Post-production
Costs $1,600
Where the magic happens. In order to get the series to the finish line, we'll need to polish our product
Production Design/Props
Costs $1,000
To bring Kate & Kade's world to life, we need props and furnishings for their spaces.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Kadeem Adrian is a Brooklyn-native actor and storyteller. He began his artistic journey as a thespian in his teen years before shifting his focus to television and film, later graduating with a double major in Television Production and Drama Performance from Hofstra University. As a queer man, who is the first born child to Jamaican immigrants, much of Kadeem’s work explores themes of identity, self-exploration, and community.
Executive Producer Antreise Lacey is from Colorado Springs, Colorado. Lacey went to Hofstra University where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Video/Television & Film. Post graduation she took her talent to 1091 Pictures, where she contributed to the release and delivery of independent films across digital platforms. Outside of a 9-5, Lacey works on short films and projects and commercial sets. She currently is the Director of Screen Acquisitions for a short film and stage distribution and acquisitions company called, Tiny Scripted. You can find her somewhere napping, running or reading.