Disney Cruise Line Searching for Musicians & Dancers for the Inaugural Cast of the Disney Treasure – Plus Additional Fleetwide Opportunities

Recently, Disney Auditions put out a casting calls searching for musicians to fill multiple roles as part of the inaugural cast of the Disney Treasure. Additionally, there are many new auditions for roles across the fleet for character performers, mainstage dancers, singers, and actors

Rehearsal for the inaugural Disney Treasure cast are scheduled to begin in early July 2024 in Toronto, Canada, along with a 6-8 months on board. Contract includes competitive pay, travel, room and board – guest sailing privileges, significant contract completion bonus and some guest dining privileges.

In total, there are 16 Disney Cruise Line specific listings on DisneyAuditions.com. These listings include an audition tour with opportunities to sign up for auditions in Austin, Texas; San Diego, California; Los Angeles, California, and Honolulu, Hawaii with dates range from late January to late February.

Disney Treasure Auditions

Disney Cruise Line’s® brand new luxury cruise liner, the DISNEY TREASURE, will be setting sail providing magic for our guests in a new way! Disney takes pride in the art of theatrical storytelling, producing the highest caliber entertainment at sea. Now is your chance to work with industry leaders for a professional entertainment experience like no other. 

Disney Cruise Line is seeking musicians to fill our entertainment venues with lively tunes for our Guests of all ages to enjoy. Benefits include competitive pay, travel, room & board in crew cabins (most musician roles receive a single living space with shared bath between two cabins), and elevated onboard privileges. 

Auditions will be held in person (see list below) with call backs running through February/March with rehearsals planned for August/September 2024. Onboard contracts are expected to run from late-October 2024 to March 2025.

While there are separate listings for each geographic audition location, the description for each is as follows:

Seeking the following individual roles:

Three Mariachi-style musicians will play music to transport guests into the vibrant Plaza de Santa Cecilia during a themed theatrical dining fiesta inspired by Disney/Pixar Coco. As diners savor their meals and mingle with characters from the movie, our musicians will serenade them with Mexican Folkloric tunes and soul-stirring melodies from the film. We are currently sourcing for pre-formed trios and are open to reviewing individual submissions. Trio must contain Guitarrón, Guitar, and either a Requinto or Violin.

• GUITARRÓN: Lively musicians who are highly skilled in Mariachi standards with spirited showmanship. They should be engaging and animated. Sight reading and the ability to read music is highly preferred. Preference is towards musicians with top-notch rhythmic timing for movement and music. Vocals and minimal dialogue are required. Performers must be able to stroll throughout the restaurant as they perform. 
• GUITAR: Lively musicians who are highly skilled in Mariachi standards with spirited showmanship. They should be engaging and animated. Sight reading and the ability to read music is highly preferred. Preference is towards musicians with top-notch rhythmic timing for movement and music. Vocals and minimal dialogue are required. Performers must be able to stroll throughout the restaurant as they perform. 
• REQUINTO or VIOLIN: Lively musicians who are highly skilled in Mariachi standards with spirited showmanship. They should be engaging and animated. Sight reading and the ability to read music is highly preferred. Preference is towards musicians with top-notch rhythmic timing for movement and music. Vocals and minimal dialogue are required. Performers must be able to stroll throughout the restaurant as they perform. 

Three versatile musicians who will bring atmospheric entertainment to life whether playing as part of the boisterous 80’s rock party or while providing a retro flair on Disney classics in an adult lounge.  Members of the trio may also split off to play as individuals or team up with other musicians for smaller sets. 

• GUITAR: A strong frontperson that brings a large repertoire of music spanning several musical genres, including popular hits from yesterday to today.  Strong vocals, ability to read music, and a quick learner are a must. The highly skilled performer must have showmanship expertise to perform in a variety of venues (indoor and outdoor), being highly proficient in classic 80’s rock as well as jazz and swing.  They may be asked to engage with Guests, take requests, and create a fun atmosphere that encourages Guests to return. Multi-instrumentalists will be highly considered.
• BASS: The bassist is a versatile and grounded musician with the skill to play the electric and acoustic upright bass in various entertainment settings (indoor and outdoor).  This musician must be able to read music and be able to improvise in a solo moment in front of a large audience, while also having the ability to blend in with an assortment of musicians and vocalists at a moment’s notice. This performer should be capable of playing multiple styles being highly proficient in classic 80’s rock as well as jazz and swing.  They must not be shy of taking the spotlight in a live performance.  It is preferred that this musician have background vocals, however that is not a requirement.  Multi-instrumentalists will be highly considered.
• DRUMS: Able to lead the band through various songs in every musical genre, the drummer must be a proficient and experienced musician who can read music.  This versatile drummer excels at classic 80’s rock, and also has the ability to quickly adapt to swing and jazz in a musical trio setting.  The drummer is a master percussionist, who knows how to put the groove in any beat, or make a LIVE performance explode with excitement regardless of setting (indoor and outdoor). This artist is the heartbeat of the music and the band they are playing with.  Vocals are a plus but not required. Multi-instrumentalists will be highly considered.

PIANIST (2 positions available): A lively piano player that carries a large repertoire of music that spans several musical genres, including classical pieces to popular hits from yesterday to today.  Strong familiarization with Disney songs is a must.  This highly skilled performer must have showmanship expertise to perform in a variety of venues (indoor and/or outdoor), engaging with Guests, taking requests, and creating a fun atmosphere that encourages Guests to return.  Performer must be comfortable playing a pre-set playlist alongside other live musicians.  Performer may also be asked to participate in other activities such as weddings, a live musical trivia that requires microphone and communication skills, and/or other unique gatherings.  Ability to read music and sight-read quickly is required.

*All performers should be prepared to play 30–45-minute sets up to a maximum of 3 hours per day, 6 days per week for entire length of contract.

Audition Material:

• Guitarrón, Violin, Requinto, and Guitar: All musicians should prepare 2–3 short selections of varying Mariachi standards. Must include vocals. Please showcase skills with respective instrument and vocals.
• Guitar, Bass, Drums, and Pianists should prepare 2-3 short selections that feature a range of styles, including: Jazz, Rock, Disney, Top 40, Swing, and Latin.  Vocals are required for the guitarist.  Vocals are strongly encouraged for bass, drums, and pianists.

In New York, Disney Cruise Line will be holding auditions for mainstage dancers for the inaugural cast of the Disney Treasure’s productions including Disney the Tale of Moana, the first theatrical adaptation of Moana.

Both audition listings include the following description:

HEIHEI!!! The first theatrical adaptation of MOANA coming to DISNEY CRUISE LINE!! Multi-award winning Disney Cruise Line once again teams with industry leaders to create a theatrical production like no other, based on Walt Disney Animated Studios’ MOANA. Broadway veteran Connor Gallagher teams with the creative artistic talents of Peter Rockford Espiritu and Aaron Salā to bring DISNEY THE TALE OF MOANA to the Walt Disney Theatre aboard the new DISNEY TREASURE.

Be a part of this historic inaugural cast. We will contract 24 actors, singers, and dancers to portray roles in each of our musical theatre productions. Creating a theatrical repertory company at sea including DISNEY BEAUTY AND THE BEAST.

Disney Cruise Line® is conducting auditions for Mainstage Dancer needs for our newest ship The Disney Treasure.  Walt Disney Theatre productions have an intentionally inclusive BIPOC casting approach. 

Rehearsal begins early July 2024 in Toronto, Canada, along with a 6-8 months on board. Contract includes competitive pay, travel, room and board – guest sailing privileges, significant contract completion bonus and some guest dining privileges.

SEEKING: 

Highly skilled and trained dancers for Male and Female identifying roles, all ethnicities. Some roles may require tumbling and tap. 

Candidates please come prepared to dance multiple styles.

• Female identifying dancers will be asked to dance in heels
• Male identifying dancers will be asked to dance in a flat ballet slipper/or jazz shoe. 

All candidates should wear appropriate athletic/dancewear. Candidates may be asked to change shoes during the audition.

Other Disney Cruise Line Audition Opportunities

Dancers

Each of the above audition listings include a the following description:

Disney Cruise Line is conducting auditions for Mainstage Dancer needs across Disney’s fleet of ships. Disney takes pride in the art of theatrical storytelling, producing the highest calibre entertainment at sea. Tell stories only Disney can tell in a unique and exciting way! Walt Disney Theatre productions have an intentionally inclusive BIPOC casting approach. Mainstage shows include Disney Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, Disney Dreams, Aladdin a Musical Spectacular, and many more. 

We hire a repertory company to perform full-scale musical theatre shows. Seeking a diverse range of performers to bring Disney’s fleet of ships to life! Must be trained in ballet and jazz. Some male-identifying roles require Tumbling and/or Tap.  

Rehearsal takes place in Toronto, Canada. A typical contract includes up to 8 weeks rehearsal and 6 months onboard. Contract includes competitive pay, travel, room and board, significant contract completion bonus and some guest dining privileges.

SEEKING: 

Highly skilled and trained dancers for Male and Female identifying roles, all ethnicities.

Candidates, please come prepared to dance multiple styles.

• Female-identifying dancers will be asked to dance in heels
• Male identifying dancers will be asked to dance in a flat ballet slipper/or jazz shoe.

All candidates should wear appropriate athletic/dancewear. Candidates may be asked to change their shoes during the audition. 

Disney Character Look-Alikes and Disney Character Performers

• Disney Cruise Line – Character Performer Open Call Audition – Studio North Toronto
  Tuesday, February 06, 2024 – 10:00 AM
• Disney Cruise Line – Character Performer Open Call Audition – Studio North Toronto
  Tuesday, February 06, 2024 – 2:30 PM
• Disney Cruise Line – Character Performer Open Call Audition – Ripley-Grier Studios
  Tuesday, February 13, 2024 – 10:00 AM
• Disney Cruise Line – Character Performer Open Call Audition – Ripley-Grier Studios
  Tuesday, February 13, 2024 – 2:30 PM
• Disney Cruise Line – Character Performer Open Call Audition – Open Jar Studios
  Friday, March 08, 2024 – 10:00 AM
• Disney Cruise Line – Character Performer Open Call Audition – Open Jar Studios
  Friday, March 08, 2024 – 2:30 PM

Each of the above audition listings include a the following description:

Disney Cruise Line® is conducting Character Performer auditions for Disney’s fleet of ships! Disney takes pride in the art of theatrical storytelling, producing the highest calibre entertainment at sea. Tell stories only Disney can tell in a unique and exciting way!

We hire versatile performers to appear as our world-famous Disney Characters for entertainment production shows, events, meet & greets and stage appearances.

All performers appear as fully costumed Disney Characters.  Some performers also appear as Disney Character Look-alikes, and may step out into ensemble dancer roles. There are three hiring categories pending your skill set and dance ability. 

Rehearsal takes place in Toronto, Canada. A typical contract includes up to 6 weeks of rehearsal and 6 months onboard. Contract includes competitive pay, travel, room and board, and a significant contract completion bonus.

SEEKING:

Performers portraying Female Roles: 4’8.5″ – 5’0.5”, 5’1″ – 5’4″, 5’5″ – 5’8″.

• Disney Royals: Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine, Moana, Mulan, Rapunzel, Tiana and many more. 
• Disney Heroes: Shuri, Captain Marvel, Rey, Wasp, Black Widow, Gamora, and many more 
• Disney Friends: Sculpted 

Performers portraying Males Roles: 5’5″ – 5’8.5″, 5’11” – 6’4″ with slender to Athletic build.

• Disney Royals: Flynn Rider, Kristoff, Prince Naveen, and Prince Charming.
• Disney Heroes: Doctor Strange, Spider-Man, Thor, Captain America, Black Panther, Ant-Man, and many more. 
• Disney Friends: Sculpted.

You can find more details on the above listings and potentially new listings by visiting DisneyAuditions.com.

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