On Monday, Disney Auditions put out a casting call searching for musicians to fill multiple roles onboard the Disney Treasure during the inaugural season. This particular opportunity opens the door to even more applicants as it is an online submission opportunity. 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. Deadline for submitting is Sunday, February 18, 2024 11:59pm EST.
Disney Cruise Line – ONLINE SUBMISSIONS – Inaugural Cast of DISNEY TREASURE- Multiple Musician Roles
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 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.
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/Vihuela, and 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/VIHUELA: 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.
- 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 front person 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.
Audition Material:
All candidates should prepare a video that contains a brief introduction of yourself and your experience (15-30 seconds) followed by material as specified below:
- Guitarrón, Violin, and Guitar/Vihuela: should prepare 2–3 short selections of varying Mariachi standards (huapangos, son jalisciense, rancheras, and boleros). Must include vocals that show range, tone, and vibrato. 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.
You can find more details on the above listings and potentially new listings by visiting DisneyAuditions.com.
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