As construction continues on Universal Kids Resort in North Texas, the park is looking to hire performers for its opening season. Auditions are set for next month at the Frisco Performing Arts Center.
Who Universal is looking for
Metropolis Productions, which is casting for the park, is seeking high-energy, professional performers who can engage family audiences in a theme park setting.
Audition categories include:
- Dancers
- Animated costume characters
- Live microphone performers
- Puppeteers
- Character actors for scripted and improvisational roles
Some roles may require performers to appear in multiple shows per day, deliver lines on a mic and interact directly with the audience.
“We are seeking energetic, professional performers for multiple live entertainment productions featuring music, dance, and interactive storytelling,” the casting announcement states. “Performers should be comfortable engaging family audiences and performing multiple sets daily in a high-energy theme park environment.”
When will auditions begin in Frisco?
Live auditions will be held Feb. 13‑14 at the Frisco Performing Arts Center:
- Tuesday, Feb. 13 (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.): Dancers and animated costume characters
- Wednesday, Feb. 14 (12 p.m. – 6 p.m.): Character actors and puppeteers
Callbacks will be held Friday, Feb. 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
What to expect at auditions
Dancers will learn a choreographed combination and freestyle to highlight their style. Those auditioning for character roles will also be assessed on storytelling ability and stage presence. Some may be asked to read a script during the audition.
Performers auditioning as animated costume characters must meet a strict height requirement of 5 feet to 5 feet 2 inches.
Character actors must submit a self-tape before callbacks. Roles include:
- Mama Luna – a warm, protective, comedic character
- Governor of Del Mar – a bold, theatrical authority figure
- Lead host roles – for performers who can guide audience participation and storytelling
How to apply
Performers who have not pre-registered should bring a résumé and headshot to the in-person audition. Self-tape instructions and submission forms for character actors are provided online through Metro Talent Casting.
For more information or to submit, contact:
castingukr@metrotalentcasting.com
casting@metrotalentcasting.com
The new theme park is scheduled to open this summer. It is owned by Comcast, the parent company of NBC 5.
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