Recently, Disney Auditions put out a casting calls searching for performers to fill multiple opportunities across the fleet as well as mainstage dancers, singers, and actors for the inaugural cast of the Disney Treasure.

For the inaugural cast of the Disney Treasure, Disney Cruise Line is teaming up 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 Tale of Moana to the Walt Disney Theatre aboard the new Disney Treasure.

In the cast calls, it is revealed Disney Cruise Line will contract 24 actors, singers, and dancers to portray roles in each of the musical theatre productions. Creating a theatrical repertory company at sea, including Disney Beauty and the Beast.

Mainstage roles for the opening cast of Disney Tale of Moana include:

• MOANA: Female identifying performer. 18+ to play 16. Strong mezzo to Belt to C#5. The next great chief of the fictional Polynesian island of Motunui; a teenage girl with an inherited love of the sea and voyaging. Will also portray other roles/ensemble within repertory. 
• YOUNG MOANA: Female identifying performer. A youthful 18+ to play 8 years old. Will also portray other roles/ensemble within repertory. 
• MAUI: Male identifying performer. 18+ to play 18-35. Baritone to F4. A shapeshifting demigod of the wind and sea; also, a charmer who’s used to getting what he wants. Boyishly handsome, and quick on his feet, he’s a strong mover with natural showbiz instincts. Specifically seeking performers to put their own spin on the character. Will also portray other roles/ensemble within repertory. 
• GRAMMA TALA: Female identifying performer. 40s and above. Alto to E3 to G4. Moana’s eccentric and fun-loving grandmother; an expert storyteller. Warm with a great sense of humor. Will also portray other roles/ensemble within repertory. 
• TUI: Male identifying performer. 30s to 40s. Baritone to F#4. Moana’s father and the chief of Motunui; firm, but he has a weak spot for his daughter. Doubles in the ensemble. Will also portray other roles/ensemble within repertory. 
• SINA: Female identifying performer. 30s to 40s. Mezzo Belt to C#5. Moana’s mother and an authority figure within the village of Motunui. Doubles in the ensemble. Will also portray other roles/ensemble within repertory. 
• TAMATOA: Any gender to play any gender. 30s. Flexible Vocal Range. A fabulous crab and collector of flashy objects. A big personality with razor sharp comic timing and a huge, unique voice. Bette Midler, David Bowie, Mae West, and Lady Gaga all in one. Specifically seeking a magnetic performer with a unique, creative spirit. Doubles in the ensemble. Will also portray other roles/ensemble within repertory. 
• MATAI VASA: Male identifying performer. 50s. Bari/Tenor G4. Chief Ancestor of the people of Motunui. A commanding presence and a great, athletic mover. Doubles in the ensemble. Will also portray other roles/ensemble within repertory.

Additionally, the cruise line will be seeking performers for the new Plaza de Coco restaurant offering including Miguel and Mama Imelda.

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.

Austin, Texas – January 22 – 24, 2024

• Disney Cruise Line – Character Performer Open Call Audition (1/23/24 9:45 AM)
• Disney Cruise Line – Character Performer Open Call Audition (1/23/24 1:45PM)
• Disney Cruise Line – Mainstage Dancer Open Call Audition (1/23/24 9:45 AM)
• Disney Cruise Line – Mainstage Dancer Open Call Audition (1/23/24 1:45PM)
• Disney Cruise Line – Mainstage Vocalist Auditions (1/24/24 9:45AM)

San Diego, California – January 26 – 27, 2024

• Disney Cruise Line – Disney Treasure | Mainstage Dancers – Open Call Audition (1/26/24 10:00 AM)
• Disney Cruise Line – Disney Treasure | Mainstage Dancers – Open Call Audition (1/26/24 2:00 PM)
• Disney Cruise Line – Disney Treasure | Mainstage Vocalist Audition (1/27/24 10:00AM)

Los Angeles, California – January 30 – 31, 2024

• Disney Cruise Line – Disney Treasure | Mainstage Vocalist Audition (1/30/24 10:00 AM)
• Disney Cruise Line – Disney Treasure | Mainstage Dancers – Open Call Audition (1/31/24 10:00 AM)
• Disney Cruise Line – Disney Treasure | Mainstage Dancers – Open Call Audition (1/31/24 2:00 PM)

Honolulu, Hawaii – February 20 – 23, 2024

• Disney Cruise Line – Mainstage Dancer Open Call Audition (2/20/24 9:45 AM)
• Disney Cruise Line – Mainstage Dancer Open Call Audition (2/20/24 1:45 PM)
• Disney Cruise Line – Mainstage Vocalist Open Call Audition (2/21/24 9:45 AM)
• Disney Cruise Line – Mainstage Vocalist Open Call Audition (2/21/24 1:45 PM)

Online Submissions

Last but not least, for those interested in an onboard opportunity with Disney Cruise LIne as part of a musical trio, a casting notice is up for Rapunzel’s Royal Table Musician Trio aboard the Disney Magic. Deadline for submitting online submission is Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 11:45pm EST.

Disney Cruise Line – ONLINE SUBMISSION for Rapunzel’s Royal Table Musician Trio

Celtic-style with a renaissance fair flair.  Three performers with strong vocals (at least one performer) and acting ability. Instrumentation should be made up of guitar, mandolin, penny whistle, fiddle or similar. Other instruments a plus. Performers must be able to stroll throughout restaurant as they perform. When not performing a scripted show in Rapunzel’s Royal Table, our trio will be performing as a self-contained band in the Irish pub, O’Gills, which could feature both covers and original tunes. Strong familiarization with Disney songs is a must. Ability to read music is preferred. Band will perform up to 3 hours per day, 6 days per week.

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