TV series Pose has over 50 LGBTQ characters, many of whom were cast from open auditions

Pose ended up making history by casting more than 50 LGBTQ characters, including five trans performers in series-regular roles - records for a scripted American series. PHOTO: POSE FX/FACEBOOK
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LOS ANGELES - It is rare to see open casting calls - auditions where anyone can walk in and try out - for major film or television roles.

But creator Ryan Murphy's did things differently for his acclaimed drama series Pose, a groundbreaking dance musical celebrating transgender, gay and gender non-conforming characters.

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