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Following back to back sold out performances at the Electric Lodge in 2017 & 2018, The Other Side of The Story makes its way back on stage with a revamped cast, ready to blow you away.

ABOUT THE PLAY

Set in sunny Los Angeles, CA, in the backyard oasis of a home that is owned by Wise and Truth, is a place where no holds are barred and things are called as they are seen. Workout sessions, chess and dice games all happen in this outdoor man cave. Wise and Truth are the elder statesmen of the bunch who have been best friends since children.  

They met Pierre, Sunny, Eric, Hosea, Will and Chris while volunteering at a community center when they were young adolescents. The bonds that they built have lasted longer than anyone could expect and now they are all permanent fixtures in each other’s lives. They are not related by blood, but they are very much a close knit family unit. 

There are times when brutal honesty, and what seems like betrayal, can tamper with years of bonding. We see raw emotion during hard times which shows how comfortable these men are with one another.

The Other Side of the Story is a rich, colorful piece of work that deals with brotherhood, friendship, love, betrayal, tragedy, and a host of other emotions that men deal with in their lives.


About the characters

WISE AND TRUTH.

Best friends from Bonita, Louisiana who moved to California after serving time in Vietnam. They went into the service on the buddy system. These men are different in delivery, but like true best friends, they can finish each other’s sentences. They are a dynamic duo who can function alone but are beyond great together.

CHRIS

Witty, comical, and intelligent all describe Chris. He is somebody you always want around. Amid his endless supply of gifts and talents, he is content going from hustle to hustle or coming up with the most outlandish business ideas.

WILL

Society would often have you believe that most guys, or every guy, is looking for the next notch on his belt. That is not the case for Will. He is a guy desperate to have a storybook ending. He is a hopeless romantic to the core and he wears his heart on his sleeve.

PIERRE

This charismatic lady magnet is smooth, self-absorbed and is totally okay with it. Women are sex toys and he has no regrets about how he treats them.  He has a constant influx of lady friends and the game never gets old.  One issue from his past dictates his present and his future.

SUNNY

Some people weather storms that other people couldn’t imagine being in for one moment. Such is the life of Sunny, a convicted felon and separated dad who is trying to make an honest living and build a relationship with his son. Although he is always in a tough situation, he keeps moving along. 

HOSEA

Married father of four and on his second marriage. He has children by three different women and cheats on his current wife. Some men are able to get things under control and some forever struggle.

ERIC

The man most women dream of having. He is educated, loving, and a great husband. He is committed to his family and cherishes every moment with them. 

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Meet our casts…you know we have two right?

Back with a fresh new set of actors ready to blow you away. Catch these faces performing August 7th, 8th and 9th.


And we can’t forget our OG cast along with some new faces. These men are ready to take the stage and give you an unforgettable performance. Watch them work on August 14th, 15th, and 16th.

 
 

Meet the team

Playwright, Actor, Producer

Jonathan Sherman

A modern day renaissance man. An actor, artist, athlete and writer from Los Angeles, California, he obtained his Associates of Arts in Performing Arts from Santa Monica College in 2010 and a B.S in education from St. John’s University. He was nominated in the year 2010-2011 for an Irene Ryan Award for his performance as King in August Wilsons’s King Hedley II.

At a young age, Jonathan had an immense passion for performing and writing. As a child, he won countless oratorical contests and learned he was able to write creatively from listening to music. He attributes his love of writing stories to his early school days where once a week the class was assigned to write stories using the week's spelling words. The student with the best story received a voucher to purchase pizza. Jonathan ate several pies that year.

Prior to writing his first stage play, The Other Side of the Story, Jonathan garnered attention as an actor, poet, and spoken word artist. Performing in The Tempest, Fences, and You Can't Take It With You, it was during this time he was introduced to the great August Wilson and instantly fell in love with the legendary playwright's work. After completing Wilson’s cycle of plays he was inspired to begin writing, with a purpose to inspire, educate, and entertain. He wanted to write something that would not only be genuine to audience members and readers, but also wanted to create a play that performers would pour their all into because of the sincerity of the characters. He has appeared on numerous Buzzfeed videos and has done background work on many films and tv shows including Farewell Amor, White Men Can’t Jump (remake), Power: Raisising Kanaan, and Grownish.

The Other Side of the Story is a rich, colorful piece of work that deals with brotherhood, friendship, love, betrayal, tragedy, and a host of other emotions that we deal with in our lives. It is sure to make you laugh, think, and cry. It is about time that the side of the story that never gets heard has its chance to speak.

Director, Producer

Jada Lenae

Jada Lenae is an actor and emerging director passionate about developing and staging new plays that explore bold narratives and underrepresented voices. With a focus on contemporary storytelling and innovative staging, this will be Jada’s directorial debut, she is beyond excited to work alongside her brothers and create something memorable. Noted as an artist in every form, Jada also dabbles in singing, painting, sculpting, tattooing, photography and writing.

A graduate of the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts at Howard University, she has studied physical theatre, devised work, dramaturgy, and so much more. Future plans include earning her Master’s in Fine Arts so that she can continue on her teaching journey and one day be called Professor.

Jada is committed to cultivating inclusive rehearsal spaces, championing new voices, and creating theatre that resonates with today’s audiences.




Actor, Producer

Glenndon Chatman

Glenndon Chatman is an actor, producer and writer from Inglewood,  California. Glenndon began his acting career at the age of 5. He is most known for his roles in the classic film Love and Basketball and the Disney channel original movie, The Luck of the Irish. Glenndon has a wide range of acting credits and has continued his career through the years in shows and films like Moesha, In The House, Eraser and 36 Hour Layover. In 2017 he produced and acted in the first stage showing of The Other Side Of The Story. This summer he is back for round two, ready to bring yet another character to life. Glenndon has been blessed with a treasure trove of creative artistic endeavors and hopes to share them with the world on an even larger scale.





Actor, Producer

Scoob


Actor and Comedian, this Los Angeles native makes it nearly impossible to not be drawn in by his charisma and comical personality. He has found a passion in entertainment and has been pulled into the world of acting. “I’m grateful every day for the opportunity to entertain while doing what I love. There’s nothing better than laughing—and making people laugh right along with me”.

FAQs

You might have some questions, and we might have some answers


When will The Other Side of the Story begin performances?

Performances begin August 7 - 9 and August 14 - 16, 2025. Tickets will go on sale via Eventbrite starting June 1, 2025.


Is there an age requirement for the show?

Due to vulgar language and conversations, we do not advise anyone under 13 to be in attendance. However it is up to the parents discretion.

What are the shows themes?

Brotherhood, loyalty, love. community.

How long is the show?

The show is around an hour and forty five minutes long, with a fifteen minute intermission included.

Where is the venue?

The play will take stage at The Hudson Theatres located at 6539 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90038

Post Show

We will offer a post show talkback with the actors, director and playwright following each performance. The talkback will last for approximately 15 minutes.



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