Now Casting: Real Moms and Long-Haired Boys Wanted for ‘The OA’ + 3 More Gigs

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Let down your hair and chase after the great gigs in today’s roundup! The Netflix series “The OA” is looking for boys with long hair and real moms for background roles in its second season. Plus, the Investigation Discovery true crime recreation series “Evil Lives Here” is casting talent for its next episode, a new DKNY fragrance campaign is seeking enthusiastic New Yorkers, and an immersive theater production needs actors to play Edgar Allen Poe.

“THE OA”
Join the second season cast of the Netflix series “The OA.” Young male talent, aged 7–12, with longer hair, as well as moms with real children, aged 7–12, are wanted for background roles on the series. Filming will take place on June 26 in Pacific City, Oregon. Pay starts at $11.25 per hour, plus a travel bump if coming from Portland, Oregon. Apply here!

“EVIL LIVES HERE,” EPISODE 402
The Investigation Discovery true crime recreation series “Evil Lives Here” is casting talent for its next episode. Actors, aged 16–55, are wanted to portray cops, neighbors, and more. The episode will shoot on June 27 in Maywood, New Jersey. Pay is $52–$65 per half day. Apply here!

DKNY STORIES: “DOORWAYS INTO NEW YORK”
Female-identifying actors who are enthusiastic, aged 18–30, are wanted for “Doorways into New York,” a new marketing campaign for the fashion brand DKNY. Talent must be enthusiastic about New York City and be comfortable engaging with strangers. Filming will take place on July 21–22 and 28–29 in NYC. Actors must be available for all days. Pay is $100, with food provided. Apply here!

“THE ASSASSINATION OF EDGAR ALLEN POE”
“The Assassination of Edgar Allan Poe,” an immersive theater production set in the Pico House at Olivera Street, is now casting lead talent. Male talent, aged 18–59, is wanted to play various versions of Poe and his stepfather, Allan. There are also multiple roles for talent, aged 18–60, for all genders. Rehearsals will begin on June 27 with performances on select dates from July 20–Aug. 26 in Los Angeles. Pay is TBD. Apply here!

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