New EPCOT Entertainment: Disney Seeks New Variety Acts

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New EPCOT Entertainment

Hey Disney Vacationers! If you’re a performer with a unique skill and a passion for dazzling diverse audiences, Walt Disney World’s latest audition notice might be your golden ticket. Disney Live Entertainment has officially begun its search for new variety acts to add fresh atmosphere entertainment to EPCOT, and this opportunity could redefine your career. Let’s dive into everything you need to know about the exciting new EPCOT entertainment.

What Disney Is Looking For

Disney’s audition notice highlights the company’s commitment to creating fun-filled entertainment for audiences of all ages, including families with children. They’re on the lookout for acts that bring something fresh and exciting to the table. Here’s a breakdown of what they’re seeking:

  • Magicians
  • Jugglers
  • Physical Comedians
  • Performance Artists
  • Visual Acts
  • Solo/Duo Dance Teams
  • Acts Using Technology
  • Unique Multi-Disciplinary Acts

But not every act fits the bill. Disney specifically excludes musical acts, fire breathing or fire juggling, balloon artistry, animal acts, face painting, and caricature artistry from this opportunity. So, if you’re an artist with a creative edge and no flames or animals involved, this might be your time to shine.

Contract Details and Performance Scope

Performers will be contracted as needed, which suggests this could be seasonal or non-permanent work. This flexibility might allow Disney to adapt to high-demand periods, such as spring break or the holiday season, ensuring guests always have something new and exciting to experience.

For more specific details on the audition process and requirements, head to the Disney Auditions website.

Pro tip: Act quickly, as opportunities like this often attract a flood of talented applicants.

What’s Happening at EPCOT?

The timing of this announcement has raised some interesting questions. Currently, the Forces of Nature acrobatic show is contracted through March 2025. It’s unclear whether Disney’s search for new talent is a move to replace that show, expand the entertainment lineup, or introduce acts to other areas of the park. Historically, variety acts at EPCOT have centered in World Celebration Gardens, but there’s speculation that these new acts might branch out into other spaces.

Why the Push for More Entertainment?

There’s a bigger picture here. According to industry insights shared by Len Testa of the Disney Dish Podcast, this move could be part of Disney’s strategy to counter Universal Orlando’s upcoming Epic Universe. The strategy includes ramping up entertainment, increasing character presence, and enhancing the overall guest experience. More entertainment means more buzz—and potentially more guests choosing EPCOT over its competitors.

In addition, with Test Track undergoing refurbishment, EPCOT is in need of extra entertainment to manage crowd flow, especially during peak times like spring break. Variety acts could provide a perfect solution, offering engaging distractions for guests while they wait for major attractions to reopen.

Final Thoughts

Whether this marks the beginning of a new era for EPCOT’s atmosphere entertainment or simply a strategic enhancement of the park’s offerings, one thing is clear: Disney is doubling down on delivering memorable experiences for its guests. If you’re a performer with a standout act, now’s your chance to be part of the magic.

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