See Cast Shortlist For Long Valley Filmmaker’s Upcoming Series

LONG VALLEY, NJ — After more than 100 young ladies auditioned for parts in a local filmmaker’s web series, producers have narrowed the final list down to 20 candidates.

Antonio Sciortino and his team recently held auditions for his upcoming web series “The Bully’s Club.” The production team, DreamScape Pictures, is looking for six girls to star in the production.

“The turnout exceeded expectations, with more than 100 talented young girls from across the state—many traveling from outside Long Valley—submitting their applications and attending the live auditions,” Sciortino said. “The atmosphere was electric, filled with energy, talent, and creativity as participants showcased their skills in acting, singing, and performance.”

See the list of the final 20 candidates below:

• Annelle Farrell
• Vienna Mariano
• Lexsi Mariano
• Sophia Statsman
• Lyla Noelle Kennedy
• Josie Radler
• Vaani Jain
• Sabrina A. Morales
• Quincy Grubbs
• Cecily Denton
• Bryella Challdandes
• Giuliana Sciortino
• McKenzie Reff
• Kaylee Wu
• Amber Wu
• Briella Baroan
• Maya McKinlay
• Tallulah Wolf
• Juliette Elise
• Zoe Rock

A final round of auditions will take place on Nov. 23. According to producers, this round of auditions will focus on dancing, acting, singing, and interactive scene work.

Following the second round of auditions, six young actors will be cast in “The Bully’s Club.”

“The Bully’s Club”

“The Bully’s Club” is being produced by Sciortino of DreamScape Pictures, a Long Valley-based production company. Residents may know Sciortino from his indie films like “Mailbox,” “Little Dream,” and the upcoming thriller “Light Beyond The Tracks,” based on Long Valley’s Hookerman legend.

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“This new mini-series explores the complex reality of bullying, going beyond stereotypes to uncover the reasons behind why kids bully, and how pain often hides beneath the labels,” Sciortino said. “Through music, dance, and raw emotional storytelling, this series shows that transformation is possible—not only for those who are bullied, but for those who bully, too.”

Each of the six main characters of “The Bully’s Club” falls under the following labels: The Diva, The Loner, The Perfectionist, The Brainiac, The Fashionista, and The Rebel. When the six very different girls are subjected to after-school detention, they find courage, healing, and friendship through music and creativity.

“Our goal is not just to entertain but to spark conversations about bullying prevention, empathy, and second chances,” Sciortino said. “This series gives voice to the emotional challenges young people face today and demonstrates how art can heal and unite.”

The project is being directed by Anna Hill, with choreography by Shanna Heverly. Maddi Marina is also attached as Director of Photography.

“Because every bully has a story,” the series’ tagline reads.