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Inspired by a shared commitment to stories that reflect the world as it is—and as it could be—Lit House Ink is a Los Angeles–based creative production company founded by writer/producer Darryl Stephens and composer/producer Kyle Puccia. With a focus on authentic representation and bold, character-driven narratives, we are passionate about shedding new light on time-honored genres through the unique lens of unexpected protagonists.
Darryl Stephens, Rain Valdez, and Kassian Drake at
World Premiere of Dances With Films – Hollywood @ TCL Chinese Theater 2025
ProjecTS IN DEVELOPMENT
One For The Team
Win the game. Lose yourself.
When trans lacrosse prodigy Nico transfers to a wealthy high school to save his Ivy League scholarship, he must navigate privilege, prejudice, and pressure—or risk losing everything he’s fought for, including himself. The show’s tone lives somewhere between iconic high school films like The Breakfast Club and Booksmart and cherished coming-of-age TV series like My So-Called Life and On My Block. It has a fast-paced humor with a touch of teenage drama.
About the Project:
One For The Team proudly employed 90% trans, queer, female, and POC in front of and behind the camera. The pilot was created by Kyle Puccia and Darryl Stephens , directed by Rain Valdez, and executive produced by Silas Howard and Liesl Wilke. It is also produced by Lit House Ink and Rainbow Entertainment. The writers, Puccia and Stephens, have aspired to create a character for young trans kids today. The director, Rain Valdez, says the show is not just about identity but about claiming your own sense of belonging no matter the odds.
Camera & Sound for One For The Team Pilot
FAMILY JEWEL’S
In this Tyler Perry send-up, a mysterious drifter charms his way into the tight-knit staff of a struggling small-town gay bar as its newest go-go dancer. But the secret relationships he’s come to uncover may not only upend the family business, but ignite a political firestorm as well. The series follows the drifter, TJ, and features characters like the bartender Dominique, the bar manager Lamont, and mayoral candidate Candace Jerrison.
COMMUNITY THEATRE
In this half-hour comedy, a displaced theater troupe holds auditions in South Central L.A. Local best friends Demetrius and Serenity slay their sixteen bars, only to end up in the middle of a rivalry between the white megalomaniac director and the Black sitcom actor who owns the theater. When the director pitches a culturally clueless production of “For Colored Girls,” the owner must step in to save his teetering legacy and the soul of the community theater. This project is best described as Waiting for Guffman meets South Side.
WATERTOWN
In a gritty Fargo-esque dark comedy, broke and jaded Luke returns to his small town to help his mom clear out his recently deceased step-dad’s junk and stumbles upon $750K in cash. Hiding the stash from his pill-popping mother while falling for his alcoholic step-cousin Paulie, Luke’s world really starts to unravel when local mafia thugs show up looking for their money.
Eric C Sun, Kassian Drake, Carson Polish & David Christian Bailey
Still from One For The Team Pilot
ABOUT US
Kyle Puccia (Writer/Producer) Kyle is a multi-platinum songwriter and award-winning composer, celebrated for his contributions to TV, pop music, and theater. His music has been featured in popular shows such as Pretty Little Liars and Lucifer, while his work with artists like Kygo and David Archuleta highlights his versatility in the pop music world. In theater, Puccia has been honored as a recipient of NAMT, Rhinebeck Writers Retreat, and Johnny Mercer Writer’s Grove, seamlessly blending emotion and storytelling through music. With a keen ear for catchy melodies and a talent for elevating narratives, Puccia continues to make his mark across multiple genres and media platforms.
Darryl Stephens (Writer/Producer) Darryl is a celebrated actor best known for his groundbreaking role as Noah on the hit seriesNoah’s Arc, which became a cultural touchstone for LGBTQ+ audiences. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Stephens has earned acclaim for his honest portrayals of complex, nuanced characters. In addition to acting, he is an accomplished writer, having authored the motivational memoir Required Reading: How to Get Your Life for Good. Stephens continues to advocate for authentic representation of queer Black voices in Hollywood, using his platform to tell stories that challenge stereotypes and inspire change.