Friday, October 12, 2012

Disney's 'Aladdin–A Musical Spectacular'


Disney Parks Talent Casting is seeking musical theater performers and improv actors to perform in its Broadway-caliber, theatrical production of Disney's "Aladdin–A Musical Spectacular." This show was originally directed by award-winning director Francesca Zambello and choreographed by acclaimed Broadway choreographer Lynne Taylor-Corbett.

Performs in the state-of-the-art, indoor, 2,000-seat Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, CA.

Seeking—Aladdin: male, 18+ to play 18, 5'7"-5'11", good physique, a good-looking guy filled with teenage charm and appeal, great charisma, clever, survives on the streets of Agrabah; baritone/tenor with a youthful sound. Jasmine: female, 18+ to play 18, 5'2"-5'6", a beautiful, independent, feisty princess, desperately longs to experience life beyond the castle walls; soprano with strong mix, contemporary musical theater/Disney princess sound. Genie: male, 26-40s, charismatic and full of energy, great celebrity impressionist, quickly transforms from character to character, genuinely pained by his lack of freedom; especially seeking actors with extensive improv and physical comedy background; must carry a tune. Jafar: male, 35-55, 6'0"+, a commanding and menacing presence, great classical actor, a real man capable of evil, not an animated character, lusts for power, desires Jasmine; bass/baritone with deep rich voice. Note: All auditioning performers must be 18+. The characters of Genie and Jafar are not strong principal vocalists, but must be able to show a great deal of personality. Especially seeking performers with a diverse look.

Auditions will be held Oct. 23 at 10 a.m. at Pearl Studios, 500 Eighth Ave., 12th fl., NYC. Sign-in begins 30 minutes prior to the call.

Prepare 16 bars of a contemporary musical theater selection showing vocal versatility and range. You may sing from the show. Bring sheet music in your key; an accompanist will be provided. Bring current pix & résumés. Callbacks will be held Oct. 24.

For more info, visit www.disneyauditions.com.

Professional pay provided. Entertainers for this show are covered under the terms and conditions of a collective bargaining agreement with the American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA). AGVA Performance Contract.