Thank you @lafilmfestivals for selecting MATCHED for the Women in Film Festival! We are screening on Friday April 10th at 8 pm at The Other space at The Actors Company- 916 N. Formosa Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90046. LA friends - come through if you want to see a live screening! Tix in bio! #theactorscompanyla #LAfilmfestivals #LAWomeninfilmfest #lawomeninfilmfestival

As if we weren’t lucky enough to screen at @nycomedyfilmfestival — “Matched” was awarded “Best TV Episodic”!! 😍💫🙌 So, so grateful to this amazing festival, and all the participants whose FABULOUS work we got to see. And an extra special thank you to 8 yr old Alice for our hand-drawn award plaque! I mean come on, can you EVEN?! #matched.show #independenttv #NYCFF #newyorkcomedyfilmfestival #comedyfilm

We’ve finally finished editing the MATCHED proof of concept pilot! AND: it was accepted into The New York Comedy Film Festival! @nycomedyfilmfestival Join us for a screening on Friday February 20th @ 6pm @theasylumnyc - 123 E. 24th St, NYC Use code FESTIVAL26 for 20% off! Link in bio & here: /e/171786

As we’re stepping into the post production process, we have more thank you shout outs for the amazing people who helped MATCHED go into production. Thank you, you perfect 10s!! Liz has a natural magnetism and stunning smile. We met when she was stage managing a college production of The Tempest, where she showed her unique ability to keep people on task, but keep them laughing as she does so. She’s a one-of-a kind beauty, hilarious human, and incredible friend! Courtney can fix your spine and look gorgeous doing it! She’s intelligent, curious, kind, generous, and supportive. The perfect blend of scientific mind and artistic soul, Courtney takes time to understand the world from multiple perspectives. If you’re lucky enough to know this thoughtful lady: rejoice! Emily- In addition to being a physician and world traveler, Emily also somehow has found time to discover the fountain of youth! How? HOW DO YOU STILL LOOK 23, EMILY?! Despite the fact that she’s keeping that secret from me, I’m still thrilled to be her sister in law. She’s kind, responsible, trustworthy, hilarious, & she works every day to make the world a better place! Martha & Alex- These two gorgeous humans are talented, kind, smart, and thoughtful! They bring out the best in each other and the world, and they truly ooze vitality. They’re a power couple who love their friends, the arts, the earth, and bringing good vibes to everything they do! Sash Bischoff- A collector of wayward stray animals, Sash has a huge heart and wonderful soul. She’s drop dead gorgeous on the inside and out, and her incredible book “Sweet Fury” will be on bookstore shelves this year! Check it out!

Sending out so much love and many thanks to the wonderful community of donors for @matched.show ! We could not have shot this project without you and I am deeply grateful for your support! Indie filmmaking takes a village of kind people coming together to make art happen… thank you thank you thank you for being a part of our village! We’re now in the post production process, and we shall keep you updated as things come together!

CAST ANNOUNCEMENT: JASON VEASEY as CHARLIE!!! We are so excited to welcome the incredibly talented Jason (known for American Gangster, Only Murders in the Building and A Shot Through the Wall) to the cast of Matched! @veaseyville will be bringing his unmatched energy, depth, and charisma to the screen in just over a week. We can’t wait for you to see him in action! #star #jasonveasey #dreamcast

CAST ANNOUNCEMENT: MICHELLE HURD as CIARA!!! That’s right, you read that correctly: the incredible Michelle Hurd (of “Star Trek Picard,” “Anyone But You,” “Law and Order,” among MANY others) is joining our cast!! @realmichellehurd is not only a brilliant artist and magnetic star, she’s also one of the kindest people in this industry and a fierce advocate for her fellow artists. We cannot believe that this megawatt star will be bringing CIARA to life. Somebody pinch me! #star #michellehurd #dreamcast

Alex contains multitudes in his tall frame! His interests range from sports to fantasy novels, and he’s always there to pick you up. Literally - he has picked me up in multiple improv scenes. Strong, smart, sweet, and a supportive improviser? @alexawaddles is the full package, people! 
If you’re not improvising with @sarah_hk_kim , what are you even doing with your life? Sarah brings an amazing energy everywhere she goes with her generous soul, kind heart, and sharp mind. Thoughtful, beautiful, and warm- she’s truly the best! @kenzraina is so pretty that she doesn’t have to be nice… but she is! A supportive and considerate friend, she cheers everyone on around her with a full heart. She’s an utter joy to be around and such a gift to this world as both an artist and a person! My sister-in-law @ashleyhenkelman sets unrealistic standards of excellence for me as a Henkelman wife. Her cooking? Gourmet. Her style? Impeccable? Her parenting techniques? Unparalleled. But she’s just so darn fun to be around that I can’t fault her for it! @henkelman23 patience as a brother in law knows no bounds. I know this because he takes my hypochondriac calls about various bones and ligaments. I’ll never be able to repay him. 10/10 COUPLE. Great siblings in law! I knew @alex__cunningham was the total package as soon as we met in 3rd grade. Smart, stylish, and sarcastic, she has been an amazing friend for nearly 30+ years. Gross we’re old! Alex may be an accountant, but I’ve always felt that her true calling was as a stand up comedian. She also married one of the BEST GUYS around: @cpcunningham , the host with the most, who has the warmest heart! The most stylish of the Salerno cousins, @nicolemloulourgas always looked the best when we played dress up in my grandmother’s closet. Now she’s an incredible mother to two adorable kids, and she somehow she STILL looks like she could be Posh Spice’s body double! How?! She’s thoughtful, intelligent, kind, and loving, and I’m so overjoyed that she’s showering my grandmother’s great grandchildren with so much love.

I have more wonderful humans to thank! We’re getting closer to our stretch goal of 20k and it’s all thanks to you beauties! Liz is another STELLAR Bock sister. Smart, driven, kind, and funny: she’s the whole package. She’s an incredible mom and supportive sister, daughter, wife, and friend, and kickass lawyer. Just a stunning, gorgeous, wonderful human. 10/10. No notes! Dori & Robert- I’m so lucky to have incarnated into this form as the product of these two hilarious, kind, and intelligent people. When people ask where I get my hustle, grit, and endurance, I point straight at Dori Salerno, who works REALLY hard and laughs & loves even harder. Wondering where I get my twisted sense of humor and obsession with Greek mythology? Check out the funny bearded man: Dr. Robert Salerno. I couldn’t ask for better parents. They get that life is short and we should connect and make art during our brief time on this orb. Love them. A lot. Louis & Michelle- the most supportive aunt and uncle a girl could ask for! I’m so grateful for their years of encouragement. Michelle’s art is an inspiration, and Lou’s wit and sense of humor are one of a kind! They’re stylish, cosmopolitan, and way taller than anyone else in the family. I look up to them, literally and metaphorically. @alexlukemeyer is more than just a pretty face, people! He also has a brilliant mind and beautiful baritone voice! A beacon of positive energy, Alex encourages his friends to reach for new heights and has kept me laughing since high school! A true mensch! Diana is smart, stylish, creative, and kind! Diana is effortlessly beautiful and brings such a warmth and kindness with her wherever she goes. So grateful to have her support and encouragement. She’s a powerhouse! @maryemarshall and @r.r.gupt - Looking for loyal friends? Can I introduce you to Mary freaking Marshall and Rahul freaking Gupta? With this fiercely intelligent, deeply loving, and incredibly kind couple by your side, you’ll feel like you can conquer the world! These kind souls are amazing friends who celebrate the people they love in the good times and support them through the bad. This dynamic duo is a blessing to the world!

I’m so insanely grateful for all of the amazing support my fellow producer @mackersnyc has offered me throughout my pre-production process! Mack is incredible and I am so grateful for her help in getting @matched.show off the ground! She’s off to produce more stellar work in international waters but she will return to help run our shoot this fall. She’s a magical person and truly kind soul! Everyone should be listening to her AMAZING podcast @fckingsober90_podcast !! It’s my FAVORITE pod of all time and won a Webby!!!! See you soon, Mack (you business woman on the go!) #gratitude #collaborator #friendship #preproduction #matched

Thank you so much to everyone who has donated to my @matched.show campaign!!! Thank you thank you thank you!! I can’t believe that we’re so close to our initial goal, and I hope we can make it to our stretch goal of 20k! I’m so grateful for my fantastic and kind artistic community. You a are the absolute best! Big hugs, MANY THANKS, and lots of love. #gratitude #thankyou #independentartist #matched #love

Words cannot express how incredible @merebock is. She heals the world in all she does: as a doctor, as a friend, as a sister, as a daughter, as a wife, a mother. She’s a true blessing to this world, and we should all be grateful to know her! A TREASURE. The mother of two of the best women in the world, Jamie is a whip smart lawyer with great style. She throws the best parties and is a beacon of light and laughter. Her natural warmth makes it impossible not to gravitate toward her. This woman is MAGNETIC!! An effortless talent who I have had the immense privilege of acting with, @ellie.barone is a warm, supportive, and brilliant soul. She brings her whole heart to everything she does! She’s BEAUTIFUL inside and out, and roots for everyone around her. Honestly, a STUNNER. Doug’s enthusiastic support for artists is such a gift to this world. He’s a fantastic friend to my wonderful aunt, and he shines with a radiant inner light. You can’t help be drawn to his warmth and smiling spirit! Generous, kind, handsome, fantastic! 
 Alex is loyal friend and kind soul, who has been such a wonderful supporter of my dear sister Gabby! He’s compassionate, funny, intelligent, and creative! He cherishes the meaningful connections he has made over the years and is a true gentleman! Overall: a GREAT guy! 
 Super kind, generous, and thoughtful, @mistermattman is one of my sister’s favorite people. He instantly connects with everyone around him and makes an effort to always do the right thing. His strong moral compass is an inspiration to others, and his creativity is beautiful. Also, he’s GORGEOUS! The breathtaking and talented @ash___malloy is a fantastic actor and lovely human! Effortlessly chic and naturally beautiful, Ash somehow instantly makes you feel at ease! She’s the perfect person to chat with in the corner of a party for hours, and the energy she sends out into the world makes it a better place! A STELLAR gal! @reisehooper is a creative powerhouse with a bubbly nature and supportive soul. A gifted musician and improviser, she’s a natural talent who shines both onstage and off. As an improv teammate, she’ll YES you until the cows come home. A GEM!!