Jason Momoa: Filming Copperhead and Performing in Oklahoma City

Jason Momoa is trading the movie set for the stage this Halloween, bringing his rock and blues band, ÖOF TATATÁ, to Fassler Hall in Oklahoma City on Saturday, Oct. 31. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the performance starting at 8 p.m., and tickets are priced at $20 at the door, according to Fox23.

The sudden appearance of the Aquaman star in Midtown OKC isn’t a random tour stop. Momoa is currently in Shawnee filming a new crime thriller titled Copperhead, which stars Momoa alongside Miles Teller. As reported by Fox23, the film follows a veteran detective and a federal agent attempting to unravel a conspiracy within an elite task force after an undercover drug deal goes south.

A Hollywood Production Spilling Into Local Streets

While the primary work is happening behind closed sets, the production’s footprint is becoming highly visible across the city. Momoa has been spotted in unexpected local haunts, including a visit to the Trolley Stop Record Shop, as noted by KOCO. This blend of high-profile celebrity and local commerce creates a tangible economic ripple effect that extends far beyond the lead actors’ trailers.

The impact is felt most keenly by the local workforce. A background actor told KOCO that the production provides critical opportunities for local crews and “dreamers” who want to gain experience on a professional set. By employing regional talent and utilizing local businesses, these productions act as a temporary but intense stimulus for the city’s creative economy.

“It helps our business, our economy, the dreamers that want to be on set.”

This synergy between Hollywood and Oklahoma is a strategic win for the state. When a production of this scale arrives, it doesn’t just rent space; it validates the local infrastructure to visiting professionals.

The Evolution of ÖOF TATATÁ

ÖOF TATATÁ is not a last-minute hobby project. The band, which includes Momoa’s longtime friends Mike Hayes and Kenny Dale, has been building a global, if eclectic, performance history. According to Loudersound, the group’s first official show took place in April in New Zealand at a wrap party for the upcoming live-action Minecraft movie.

Since then, the band has followed a varied tour map with wildly different entry points. Their history shows a band testing the waters of different markets:

• Hawaii: A sold-out debut at Blue Note Hawaiʻi on St. Patrick’s Day, which required a $20 food or beverage minimum per person, per Aloha State Daily.
• Montana: A performance at the 400-capacity Rialto in Bozeman.
• Tennessee and Texas: Stops at Cannery Hall in Nashville and the Stubb’s club in Austin.
• Washington: A free performance at the ilani Casino Resort’s Rock & Brews, according to The Columbian.

The $20 ticket price for the Fassler Hall show places the Oklahoma City event squarely in the middle of their pricing spectrum—more accessible than the high-demand Hawaii show, but more formal than the free Washington gig.

Momoa Blends Hard Rock Influences with Local Performances

For those wondering what to expect sonically, the band leans heavily into the foundations of hard rock and blues. Loudersound reports that the setlist draws from a deep well of influences, including Metallica, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, The Stooges, and Stevie Nicks.

Momoa has already begun integrating into the local music scene. This past Saturday, ÖOF TATATÁ performed at The Vanguard, where they opened for The Bobby Lees, a group Momoa reportedly admires.

The Friction of Celebrity Influx

When a venue like Fassler Hall hosts a celebrity event, the surrounding area may experience the impact of crowds.

As Halloween approaches, the question remains whether the Fassler Hall show will be an intimate rock session or a chaotic surge of fans.