The Deuce starring James Franco is now casting barbers in New York City.
Grant Wilfley Casting is looking for African American barbers with real experience to work on HBO’s new James Franco TV series The Deuce. Fittings are scheduled for Friday, August 19th and filming will take place on Monday, August 22nd in New York City.
About The Deuce:
“The Deuce” centers around the story of the legalization and subsequent rise of the porn industry in New York’s Times Square from the early ’70s through the mid ’80s. The TV series will explore the rough world that existed there until the rise of HIV, violence and crack -cocaine.Vincent Martino and Frankie Martino, who were players in the Times Square world and became fronts for mob control of the volatile and lucrative sex industry. James Franco will play both twins in the new HBO series.
To audition for a role on The Deuce, check out the casting call details below.
The Deuce Casting Call
GWC is seeking SAGAFTRA/NON-UNION African American Male Barbers with REAL experience for work on HBO’s The Deuce.
Fitting Friday 8/19
Works Monday 8/22
Must be 18 or older and have REAL experience as a barber.
Must have 1970s appropriate hair or be able to provide an afro wig. no visible tattoos.
Please do not submit if you’ve worked before!
Please send submissions to [email protected] with:
-name
-union status
-avail for fitting tomorrow
-avail for work on Monday
-sizes: height, weight, suit, shirt, pants, and shoe
-recent selfies/candids that show your current look
-details of your real barber experience
-confirm no visible tattoos
-*if your hair is not 1970s appropriate, note if you can provide an afro wig
-confirm you’d be ok working around atmospheric smoke
-what forms of ID will you bring to fill out your I9
Please write in the subject line: “Facebook, REAL BARBER, [your name], [your phone number].”
Everyone must have 2 valid forms of unrestricted, US-issued ID.
If you are not local and/or do not fit the description, do not apply
Do you think you are perfect for this role? Leave us a comment below and tell casting directors why you should be selected!
