Character Performer Auditions

[jennie89]

So I didn't receive my email today, and today is three weeks since my audition. I called someone at Disney to ask if my email address was wrong or something, and she said that they made their decisions on the 14th, so I should be receiving my notice soon. But if they decided on the 14th, wouldn't I have found out then? Email is pretty fast...

 

[Goofster18]

Well, I understand your concern, and it is very hard to wait!! But also realize that while a decision was made, they have hundreds of people trying out!! So even sending out notices, matching you, putting you in the system, etc. all takes time. So while you should find out soon, if there was a real problem you would know. It's hard, but the good thing is that they are working on it!! And all decisions are made at the end of this month so you will definitely know by then. Good Luck!!!
Have a Magical Day!!!
Goofster18

 

[JenJas87]

Hey guys! I just got accepted as a character performer. I got measured at my audition as 5'4" (which is really funny because im usually 5'5", maybe a little taller at the doctor.) anyway I am excited to see you all, and to find out who i get to be friends with!

 

[Joanna71985]

Hey guys! I just got accepted as a character performer. I got measured at my audition as 5'4" (which is really funny because im usually 5'5", maybe a little taller at the doctor.) anyway I am excited to see you all, and to find out who i get to be friends with!

Congrats, and welcome to the DIS!

 

[JenJas87]

does anyone know the limit for munk height, and who they might be friends with?

 

[Joanna71985]

does anyone know the limit for munk height, and who they might be friends with?

Yes. PM on the way.

 

[locolala]

I'm hoping to audition for a role when the hub's deploys (no idea when this will be, it's just a dream that I'll be able to). My only concern is my tattoos . I have one on my calf and two on my back, so I would guess that fairies and anything that shows th back is out. I'm just over 5'1, and fairly slender. I'll get contacts if I need them for the role, lol. Are most of the characters CPers or can anyone audition? I look like I'm about 16 or 17 and I'm gonna be 24 in the fall, lol.

 

[DisneyLover0526]

I have a question...its free to anyone! Ok, I got accepted as a Character Performer (yay me lol)...one thing that I really would like to during my term is perform in the parades. Being a Character Performer, would I be able to have that chance some time during my term? Also, on the form they have you fill out while you're at the audition, they asked for talents. I placed in-line skating, flag corp, and gymnastics. Is that just basic information they ask of you, or does that put you in the running to perform in the parades??? Somebody please help!

 

[Berlioz70]

All of the Parade Performers are Character Performers, so yes, you would have a chance, it depends on your color code. I can't really say that the application has anything to do with special consideration. There will be special auditions for roles that require gymnastics, roller skating, and flags. You'll have to attend those auditions to be considered for said roles.

 

[Goofster18]

Commenting on the one thing I can answer (which is still not helpful but at least it's an answer) is that performing in parades and shows, etc. all depends on the color rating you received. So if you get a blue (I'm just making these up, but the general idea....) then you can perform parades, yellow, shows, w.e. that sort of idea. I have no idea what the actual color code is or how it works, but I do know that performing in parades is very difficult for CPs due to the amount of people already performing, the time it takes to train, and the rating said CPer got. Also, with such a quick turn around, it really isn't useful for Disney to train CPers. But since you get put on seasonal automatically at the end of your program, maybe it works out. Anyone else have a more specific answer..... Sorry I couldn't be more helpful!!!!
Have a Magical Day!!!
Goofster18

 

[DisneyLover0526]

All of the Parade Performers are Character Performers, so yes, you would have a chance, it depends on your color code. I can't really say that the application has anything to do with special consideration. There will be special auditions for roles that require gymnastics, roller skating, and flags. You'll have to attend those auditions to be considered for said roles.

Ok, now. When would I find out my color code? Would that be when I first get to Orlando, or when I start woring?

Commenting on the one thing I can answer (which is still not helpful but at least it's an answer) is that performing in parades and shows, etc. all depends on the color rating you received. So if you get a blue (I'm just making these up, but the general idea....) then you can perform parades, yellow, shows, w.e. that sort of idea. I have no idea what the actual color code is or how it works, but I do know that performing in parades is very difficult for CPs due to the amount of people already performing, the time it takes to train, and the rating said CPer got. Also, with such a quick turn around, it really isn't useful for Disney to train CPers. But since you get put on seasonal automatically at the end of your program, maybe it works out. Anyone else have a more specific answer..... Sorry I couldn't be more helpful!!!!
Have a Magical Day!!!
Goofster18

It's quite ok! You explained it to me, and I couldn't be more thankful! You actually helped me out alot, and thank you for your answer.

 

[hopi366]

So I was offered a role as a character performer just last week and have limited time to decide. I am from out of state and have been to and enjoy Florida. My question is, is there any way to find out which characters I am being considered for before I accept the job. This is a huge decision. In the audition they called me back and took further pictures of my face and told me I was being considered for Prince Charming. That sounds so much more appealing than say goofy. Somewhere I read there is a list of characters your are being placed with. How can I see that?

Appreciate the advice!

 

[Joanna71985]

Ok, now. When would I find out my color code? Would that be when I first get to Orlando, or when I start woring?

You will find out your color code in training.

So I was offered a role as a character performer just last week and have limited time to decide. I am from out of state and have been to and enjoy Florida. My question is, is there any way to find out which characters I am being considered for before I accept the job. This is a huge decision. In the audition they called me back and took further pictures of my face and told me I was being considered for Prince Charming. That sounds so much more appealing than say goofy. Somewhere I read there is a list of characters your are being placed with. How can I see that?

Appreciate the advice!

You will find out the characters you will be "friends" with during training. Also, even if you are trained for face, you will be doing fur as well. Do you know what height they measured you at the audition?

 

[Goofster18]

hopi366, I understand wanting to know what characters you may be matched with, but is that really what will make your decision for you?! Because you will be doing both fur and face so you may be doing anything in Goofy height or whatever height group you were measured at. You aren't just one character all the time. If that is really a deciding factor, then you probably should think long and hard. there is a list somewhere on here about which characters are in each height range, but you could be some of those or all of those. There is no way to find out before you get there. But just getting to disney, never mind as a PERFORMER, seems amazing to me, but.....
Have a Magical Day!!!
Goofster18

 

[Mecha Figment]

You will find out your color code in training.



You will find out the characters you will be "friends" with during training. Also, even if you are trained for face, you will be doing fur as well. Do you know what height they measured you at the audition?

well unless things have changed since i have been a CP, your color code is never really accessible to you. It's what is considered a Temporary Color Code. You would have to attend another color coding, to be able to see your true code.

 

[hopi366]

hopi366, I understand wanting to know what characters you may be matched with, but is that really what will make your decision for you?! Because you will be doing both fur and face so you may be doing anything in Goofy height or whatever height group you were measured at. You aren't just one character all the time. If that is really a deciding factor, then you probably should think long and hard.

No. that is not the deciding factor, I am just in the process of getting my parents on-board with this and the more definite information I have the better, ya know? I am very interested in production and that's what I've been studying in school. I've done writing, shooting video, editing, casting, etc... the only thing I really haven't had training in is acting. I think this would be a great opportunity to get some real experience acting and hopefully some training too.

Gracias, again!

 

[taigirl87]

In the audition they called me back and took further pictures of my face and told me I was being considered for Prince Charming. That sounds so much more appealing than say goofy. Somewhere I read there is a list of characters your are being placed with. How can I see that?

Appreciate the advice!

my friend is friends with goofy at the moment(she is a girl) and she loves it! its not so bad being fur instead of face.

 

[Goofster18]

OOO ok, I definitely understand that. Parents are definitely important in this whole equation hahahaha. I thought that you were saying that if you weren't face it wasn't worth it or something. Sometimes I take people very literally or cynically and it's hard to get across emotion online sometimes. I like face-to-face so Disney will be cool!! but I definitely think it is worth doing!!! Good luck with parents, choice, everything!!!!
Have a Magical Day!!!
Goofster18

 

[theatergal]

I just got wonderful news!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Even though I was initially rejected for a character performer role, my recruiter e-mailed me and said that they have more availability for the fall advantage program, and asked if I would be available to do that. I just got the e-mail an hour a go, I'M GOING TO BE A CHARACTER PERFORMER FOR THE FALL ADVANTAGE PROGRAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[tink576]

Congratulations!!!!