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Casting Kids and Teens for Larry David’s HBO Movie

Sande Allesi Casting is casting child actors and adult stand-ins for “Clear History,” an HBO movie written by and starring Larry David that begins production in the Boston area this month.

SLIDESHOW: Cute Kids Steal the TV Spotlight This Fall

Newcomers and familiar faces alike will be upstaging their co-stars this fall, playing precocious children raising their mothers, well-mannered intellectuals, and psychic teenagers, if even just for their cuteness.

8 Ways for Kids to Stand Out at a Commercial Audition

Lana Veenker, CSA, ICDN, founder and president of Cast Iron Studios, shares these eight tips on how kids can standout at commercial auditions.

Open Casting Call Announced for Lead Role in Broadway-Bound ‘Matilda’ Musical

The Olivier Award-winning musical, already a hit in London, opens on Broadway next spring. Auditions for the role of Matilda will be held Sept. 30 in New York City.

Children Take Center Stage in Three New Broadway Musicals This Season

Among the musicals set to open on Broadway this season are "Annie," "A Christmas Story," and "Matilda," all of which star child actors in lead roles. CDs Stephanie Klapper and Patrick Goodwin discuss casting kids for these and other Broadway musicals.

Rules for Becoming a Momager

Being a "momager" is a 24/7 job. Follow these tips to see if you’re cut out for the responsibility.

How Child Actors Can Find Agents

Working Actor Michael Kostroff advises child actors to focus on their craft and avoid managers who ask for payment up-front.

Casting Young African-American Girl for Nina Simone Biopic

Zoe Saldana is set to star as Nina Simone in the film, and CD Heidi Levitt is casting an African-American girl to play the iconic jazz singer as a child.

California Child Actor Protection Bill Gets Senate Approval

The California Senate has unanimously approved legislation aimed at protecting child actors from sexual predators.

‘True Blood’ Star’s Mom Shares Tips on Managing Child’s Social Media

Jennifer Schweikert discusses her role as social media manager to her daughter Chloe Noelle, 9, who plays Emma Garza on “True Blood.”