Ropin’ and ridin’ the A-List: Dallas

One of the most startling and memorable cliffhangers of all time must be Dallas’ “who shot J.R.?” And while we’re fairly certain Logo’s A-List: Dallas won’t be as dramatic – or violent – it will no doubt provide us with plenty of hilarious back-stabbing, gossip and intrigue.

The Dallas cast has five boys and one girl – who just happens to be everyone’s fag hag. And while each Dallas socialite has his or her own unique personality, you can’t help but wonder if the casting is a bit archetypical. There’s Levi, who if he was in New York could easily be confused with Reichen from sister show A-List: New York. James (Texas) is probably the only person who could drink Austin (New York) under the table. And we’ll have to see who the bigger queen is, Phillip (Texas) or TJ (New York).

Perhaps the best thing going for The A-List: Dallas is that the first episode dives right into the drama. Instead of wasting an entire episode attempting to introduce the cast and the audience to one another we get right into the drama. Hint: love triangle.

The A-List: Dallas debuts Oct. 10 on Logo.

Chase – 27
Chase has it all: a great career in finance, good looks, an amazing home and great friends. But this serial dater is missing one thing – Mr. Right. Prospects, beware. This ultimate playboy has left behind a list of broken hearts longer than his investment portfolio.

Phillip – 23
Phillip is a Dallas native who knows the city (and everyone’s business) like the back of his hand. A social butterfly for sure, he is the group’s gossip and isn’t afraid to share other people’s secrets – no matter the consequence. His infectious personality and insider knowledge get him invited to all the best parties.

Taylor – 27
With his ultra-conservative views, this gay Republican has the cast seeing red. While seemingly at home within the confines of a politically conservative state, Taylor’s unapologetic political opinions frequently cause drama with his more liberal castmates and the larger Dallas LGBT community.

Levi – 25
Levi made a name for himself as a rodeo star until he was sidelined by an injury. Now, this Stetson Hat-wearing stud helps run his family’s ranch. Charming and sweet as shoo-fly pie, he’s the ultimate “ladies man” – except this cowboy wrangles other cowboys.

Ashley – 25
Like birds of a feather that flock together, the gays of Dallas flock to Ashley. The Dallas beauty has blonde hair, a big smile and miles of attitude. Ashley is caught between two vastly different worlds: the strict conservative world of her family and her other family – the A-List gays of Dallas.

James – 22
If there’s trouble in Dallas, you can bet James is nearby. Funded by his family’s big stash of cash, this wild child
struggles with partying too much as he tries to balance his need for excitement with his desire for a long term relationship.

Five things to love about The A-List: Dallas
– Phillip stirring the pot
– James’ smile
– Chase’s hair
– We actually believe the cast was a group of friends before filming started
– Going to the rodeo

Five things to hate about The A-List: Dallas
– Chase complaining about Phillip stirring the pot
– Levi’s nose
– Bragging about their money
– Taylor’s GOP clients
– The whole he-said we had sex, he-said we didn’t have sex thing’s been done by New York. You can do better!