Disney Cruise Line Launches Major Casting Drive for 2026 Onboard Entertainment
The official auditions highlight a push toward culturally authentic, IP-driven shows that elevate cruises as a core Disney vacation option.
Overview
- Disney Auditions posted wide-ranging calls for musicians, dancers, vocalists, character performers, and immersive storytellers across the expanding fleet.
- In-person musician auditions are set for Los Angeles on January 12, 2026, and Atlanta on January 14, 2026, with additional sessions planned in Phoenix and Las Vegas listed as date TBD.
- Culturally specific musician roles include Mariachi performers for Plaza de Coco on Disney Treasure and West African percussionists for Lion King dining celebrations and the Sounds of Wakanda show.
- Mainstage casts are being assembled for productions such as Hercules, Tale of Moana, Beauty and the Beast, Tangled, and Aladdin, with up to eight weeks of rehearsal in Toronto followed by six-month ship contracts.
- Disney is recruiting improv-based storytellers for interactive pieces on Disney Destiny and other ships, including roles like Fortune Teller, Peddler of Elixirs, Coriander, and Sage tied to shows such as Treasure Found and a Jungle Cruise interactive adventure.