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Television appearances, interviews, reviews, and press coverage celebrating the award-winning comedy series.

FEATURED TELEVISION COVERAGE

Dana Marisa Schoenfeld and Jolie Curtsinger on Good Day New York

FEATURED IN TIME OUT NEW YORK

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Time Out New York featured EAST, highlighting the series’ award-winning festival run, ensemble cast, and authentic portrayal
of pursuing a dream in New York. ‍- Time Out New York

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“A new comedy show about the struggle to actually have what it takes to make it in New York City - as an actor, as a woman and as a human.”

By Shaye Weaver | February 14th, 2025

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Dana Marisa Schoenfeld and Jeanine Bartel in EAST.
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AUDIENCE REACTIONS AT DANCES WITH FILMS

EAST premiered to a sold-out audience at Dances with Films, one of the nation’s leading independent film festivals.

“I thought it was hilarious. The acting was incredible. “

— Audience members following EAST’s sold-out premiere at Dances with Films

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22+ FESTIVAL SELECTIONS | 30+ AWARDS

Award-winning across the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Caribbean

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