‘John Proctor Is The Villain’ Playwright Kimberly Belflower’s YA Drama Lands At 20th Television With Kim Rosenstock As Showrunner

Playwright Kimberly Belflower's untitled YA drama project has secured a series development deal at 20th Television in a competitive situation, with 'Dying for Sex' co-creator Kim Rosenstock attached as showrunner and executive producer. The drama, written by Belflower who is known for her play 'John Proctor Is The Villain,' follows a sheltered teen girl in the rural South who experiences a coming-of-age awakening during her 16th summer. Thomas Kail and Jennifer Todd will executive produce through their Old 320 Sycamore production company, adding their considerable industry experience to the project. The story explores the protagonist's navigation of a church scandal, her first job at a waterpark, and the complex relationships she forms with both a troubled hometown boy and a new city boy who represents a different future. This pickup represents a significant opportunity for Belflower to transition from stage to screen, bringing her unique perspective on Southern adolescence to a wider audience.