Best Friends Brother

In the heart of Tulsa, where the sun sets over small-town dreams and camaraderie, two 15-year-olds are about to navigate the complexities of friendship, love, and growing up. Ponyboy Curtis and Julia Thompson have been inseparable since kindergarten-two kindred spirits bound by a passion for musical theatre and literature. They share everything from whispered secrets during sleepovers to choreographed dance routines in the backyard, but there's one thing Ponyboy can't share: his feelings for Julia.

While Ponyboy has harbored a crush on Julia since first grade, he's dubbed himself "the best friend who's just a friend," knowing her heart belongs elsewhere. Julia's past with Dally Winston, a notorious member of Ponyboy's gang, complicates things further; their brief romance in 7th grade left Julia unsure of her own feelings and unsettled about the idea of relationships. As the summer of 2024 rolls around, their lives take an unexpected turn when they all decide to put on a musical at the local community center.

With Pony and his older brother Soda handling the lights and set design, and Darry managing the backstage chaos, the group dives headfirst into rehearsals. However, the dynamics shift when Soda and Julia start spending more time together, their chemistry undeniable. As Ponyboy watches, he struggles with a whirlwind of emotions: jealousy, confusion, and a longing for something more than friendship.

As rehearsals turn into late-night talks and laughter, Ponyboy finds himself torn between supporting his best friend and confronting his own feelings. Mistakes will be made, secrets revealed, and choices that could alter their friendship forever. With musical notes echoing the highs and lows of adolescence, will Ponyboy find a way to express his love for Julia? And as her bond with Soda deepens, will Julia realize that the best things come from the most unexpected places?