Meet The Talent
Season 1, LaGuardia High School’s Talented Youth
Sienna Gaetani
DramaSienna Gaetani is a junior drama student with a wide-ranging creative practice rooted in curiosity, discipline, and exploration. Expanding into film, modeling, producing, cinematography, and photography, she is drawn to environments that encourage growth and experimentation, Sienna embraces challenges as an essential part of her creative process, appreciating that there is no single correct interpretation, only the opportunity to bring personal perspective and meaning to a role or project
. Sienna finds editorial-style projects especially compelling, where visual storytelling and concept-driven work intersect. Known for her calming, centered, and witty presence, Sienna brings a grounded energy to both on-camera and collaborative spaces, thriving in projects that demand range and focus. Alongside her artistic pursuits, she has a strong love for animals and an interest in veterinary science, reflecting her care-driven approach to both creative and personal communities. Sienna approaches every project with intention, resilience, and a genuine passion for growth.
Vocal
Marla Bazile
Marla Bazile is a vocal major at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School with a strong foundation in both singing and acting. Her creative work is deeply rooted in music, expressed through performance as well as the writing of her own original songs. Always eager to grow independently, Marla is currently teaching herself guitar as a way to continue expanding her musical range and artistic voice.
Marla’s vitiligo began developing when she was two years old and has been an integral part of her identity ever since, shaping her sense of individuality, confidence, and on-camera presence. She is drawn to projects that prioritize exploration, expression, and authenticity, valuing creative spaces that allow her to learn, experiment, and connect honestly through performance.
Josie Davis
DramaJosie Davis is a junior drama major with a deep love for performance rooted in curiosity, connection, and community. Bilingual in French since early childhood, she is especially drawn to cultural experiences that shape perspective and identity, finding inspiration in language, style, and global ways of seeing the world.
Training in theater and on-camera work at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School, Josie is known for her playful, lively, and confident presence, with a natural affinity for comedy, ensemble work, and collaborative storytelling. She values communication, psychology, and the role of art in everyday life, often channeling past experiences into authentic, emotionally grounded performances. As an active volunteer and community-minded artist, Josie is drawn to projects that prioritize connection, conversation, and shared creative energy.
Felix Schoeller
DramaFelix Schoeller is a New York–based junior drama major at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School and a fluent English speaker with near-fluency in German. Working across acting and filmmaking, he has created and starred in multiple independent short films, including a MoMA-represented short film featured in a youth filmmaking competition and screened across varying youth film festivals.
His artistic foundation began with years of improv training in elementary school and has since grown into a focused commitment to performance and visual storytelling. Alongside acting, Felix has experience in photography, singing, and modeling, allowing him to approach creative work from a multidisciplinary perspective. Known not only for his height but also for his humor and open-minded approach to collaboration, Felix is drawn to original projects that value creative freedom. His work is deeply shaped by lived experience, emotion, and curiosity, bringing authenticity, range, and thoughtfulness to every performance.
Leah Janvier
DramaLeah Janvier is a New York-based actor and drama student currently training at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School. Drawn to performance through a deep love of storytelling, Leah approaches acting as a collaborative art form, one that reveals truth through character and creates meaningful emotional connections with audiences. She also loves to dance and sing, bringing a strong sense of musicality and movement into her work. Leah has worked across television, film, voice acting, theater, and modeling, with credits including The Blacklist, Bubble Guppies, Get Rolling with Otis, Rhymes Through Times, and independent short films. She has also appeared in Amazon Prime’s Broadcast, modeled for Polo Ralph Lauren, and most recently played Anita in LaGuardia’s production of West Side Story, further developing her range as a performer.
Leah is most commonly known for her bubbly and positive energy on camera, on stage and as a human being. Most excited by projects that explore emotional depth and complexity, Leah is drawn to stories that feel personal, immersive, and innovative. She values roles that allow her to step into different lives and better understand human behavior, approaching each project with curiosity, intention, and a genuine love for performance.
Visual art
Nicole Fradkin
Nicole Fradkin is a 16-year-old junior at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School, where she studies fine art and photography. Russian was her first language, and she is currently fluent in both Russian and English. She has worked in a private art studio and was featured in Dear New York, a public exhibition in Grand Central Terminal hosted by Brandon Stanton. Along side a new edition to the MoMA Teens exhibition: Imagined futures.
Drawn to art from a young age, Nicole is inspired by bright colors and impressionism. Her work often centers around collage, with a focus on collaboration and the blending of diverse styles. She is especially interested in how different techniques, textures, and colors can intersect to create work that feels unexpected and alive. On camera, Nicole’s presence is alluring and bold, reflecting the same confidence and expressiveness found in her art.
Vera Liu
Visual artVera Liu is a 16-year-old fine arts major at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School with a strong interest in writing, visual art, and collaborative creation. She is drawn to writing and art as a way of clarifying thought, using language and visual representation to better understand her ideas and deepen her appreciation of other artistic media through reflection and thematic exploration.
She is especially excited by collaborative projects and values the exchange of ideas that comes from working alongside other artists. Looking ahead, she is interested in expanding her practice through photography and film. Vera is known for her light and balanced presence, bringing a calm, open energy into creative spaces like student-curated shows across New York City, including a final student project at the Whitney Museum of American Art and a Manhattan youth exhibition at MoMA. Vera approaches art with curiosity, intention, and a deep respect for creative dialogue.
Lincoln Rossi
VocalLincoln Rossi is a New York–based performer and vocal major at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School with experience across stage, music, and movement. He appeared in LaGuardia’s production of West Side Story and has also worked with major brands including Target and A Children’s Place, gaining experience across both theatrical and commercial environments.
A multi-disciplinary artist, Lincoln sings, acts, dances, and plays piano, bringing a strong sense of musicality and range to his work. Known for his bright presence and collaborative spirit, he is drawn to projects that value ensemble, energy, and expression. Lincoln approaches each opportunity with focus, versatility, and a genuine love for performing, always aiming to contribute meaningfully to the creative spaces he is part of.
Maiajune Bretnall
Visual artMaiajune Brentall is a Brooklyn-based fine arts student currently studying at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School in Lincoln Center. She comes from a family of artists, and creative expression has been a constant presence in her life, with paint, color theory, and visual storytelling shaping her artistic foundation from an early age.
MJ is especially drawn to stylistic and experimental projects, often exploring clothing, color, and visual identity as forms of expression. She has exhibited her work in multiple school-curated art shows and continues to develop her artistic voice through hands-on creation and collaboration. Conversational in French, she is interested in further exploring the language and its cultural influence on art and expression. Known for her strong sense of fashion, humor, and ability to make others feel welcomed, MJ brings warmth, openness, and creative curiosity into every space she enters. She approaches her work with intention, playfulness, and a deep appreciation for art as both a personal outlet and a shared experience.
Kaya Hogarth
DramaKaya Hogarth is a junior drama student working across acting and modeling, with interests in fashion, beauty marketing, and creative management. Her artistic foundation was shaped through school training and early mentorship from her father, a former actor and filmmaker, who introduced her to storytelling as both craft and agency. Drawn to performance as a form of self-expression and control, Kaya is especially interested in purposeful projects that invite reflection and allow for creative autonomy. Growing up feeling misjudged, art became a space where she could reclaim control over how stories are told and how identity is seen. She brings an expressive and lively presence within every project she works on.
Coming from a mixed household with a Polish mother and a Haitian father, Kaya’s relationship to identity has played a significant role in shaping her artistic voice. Alongside performance, she has expanded her creative and academic perspective through studies in sociology and gender-focused fields, specifically hands-on experience through an internship at the Guggenheim Museum and work in production management. Kaya approaches her work with curiosity, intention, and a desire to engage thoughtfully with the world around her.
Harper Lotus
Harper Lotus is a New York City–based junior technical theatre major at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School, currently studying Italian and continuing to develop her cultural fluency. Deeply interested in fashion and design, she recently studied abroad in France, an experience that expanded her understanding of style, craft, and the relationship between culture and visual storytelling.
Harper has worked across a range of plays and musicals, contributing to technical theatre with a focus on costumes and production support, ensuring that each show is cohesive, and thoughtfully executed. Alongside her work in theatre, she has experience in modeling, and is hoping to explore the craft furthur. Shaped by fast-paced, collaborative environments, Harper is known for her grounded presence, and positive energy. She values structure, intention, and teamwork, and approaches every project with focus and adaptability, contributing meaningfully to the spaces and communities she works within.
Technical Theatre
Enza Grimm
DramaEnza Grim is a junior drama major at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School and a Brooklyn-based bilingual French speaker with a long-standing passion for performance. She works across acting and modeling, with a strong focus on on-camera storytelling. Enza was awarded Best Female Actress at the DYCD Film Festival for an original film, an experience that further shaped her commitment to film and performance work.
Growing up immersed in both language and the arts, Enza brings a thoughtful, creative presence to her work. She is drawn to projects that allow for emotional range, exploration, and authenticity, and she approaches each role with dedication, curiosity, and a grounded on-camera confidence.
Selma Wennerlind
VocalSelma Wennerlind is an 11th-grade vocal major at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School, classically trained and deeply rooted in music from a young age. She began singing at seven and has been privately trained ever since, developing a strong technical foundation alongside a genuine emotional connection to her craft. For Selma, music is not just a discipline but a way of building community, connection, and shared feeling.
Bilingual in Swedish and English, Selma draws inspiration from culture, travel, and experiences beyond the United States, with a particular love for Sweden and Europe. She is open and versatile in her creative work, drawn to collaborative projects including singing, short films, modeling, and composition. Known for her kind spirit, intelligence, and confident yet warm presence, Selma values creativity, growth, compassion, and passion in the communities she works within, always striving to make others feel supported, seen, and proud.
Kosi Arnold
Visual ArtKosi Arnold is a New York based creative and sophomore currently studying Fine Arts at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School, where he is building a strong foundation in visual expression and artistic discipline. Alongside his visual arts training, Kosi is an advanced-level guitarist with years of experience and has introductory modeling experience.
He is especially known for his confident on-camera presence and his natural ease in front of the camera, bringing warmth, authenticity, and approachability to every shoot or performance. Kosi approaches creative work with focus, adaptability, and a strong artistic sensibility, and he is eager to continue growing within the creative and modeling industries.