MONI
A Different World meets Martin as Southern belle Moni an eccentric and impulsive actress, dreams of stardom and “finds herself” in an industry and city that keeps trying to define her
It is our deepest desire that MONI: The Series will be a catalyst to a dialogue about the cross-sectionality of race and gender in the entertainment and the media fields.
SYNOPSIS
MONI, is a dramedy that follows the life and escapades of the ever eccentric and optimistic actress Moni J. Mitchell. After graduating from drama school, Moni finds herself at an impasse. The future, once bright with endless possibilities, is now a dark path of uncertainty and student loans. When her day job, acting career, and love life tanks, she follows her heart and risks it all to move to New York City.
Why Should You Contribute?
Surf the channels of your television or stream your favorite show online; how many lead actors are women of color doing comedy? The number strikingly plummets when you include the number of women and people of color as show runners, head-writers, and directors. We have been told that it's coming, wait for it, however, an artist must reflect the times and there is a demand for diverse stories, and a need for a griot.