subject: Kids And Disney Movie Auditions [print this page] The possibility of auditioning for a Disney movie is not that easy, but neither is it altogether impossible. It will require quite an effort on serious actors (and their parents) but it is a step that is definitely worthwhile. There are a host of opportunities be it for kids or teens since aside from movie roles, there is also a need for voice talents for animated features (and doing voices for disney characters is a very serious and detail oriented work). Apart from these, the search for talents is continuous to fill in roles for various Disney theme parks.
Undoubtedly competition is stiff in vying for a Disney part so to up the chances of an aspirant to his favor it may do well to get the services of an agent. A talent manager will have the necessary network and information on schedules and open parts and will be in a good position to provide suggestions on which roles may be good to try out for.
Commercial modeling, whether for TV or print, is the usual entry point for most who want a career in show business. This is true even for the youngest of talents and some even start their portfolio as early as babyhood. Another venue to start exercising those emerging acting muscles is through local theaters and other amateur productions, even school plays. These may be good exposure for both the child and the parent since it not only develops the kid's acting skills but is also a good opportunity for socialization, an ideal training ground to hone interpersonal skills. Depending on how serious the intention to get into an acting career, supporting such a dream for some families translate to uprooting and moving to areas where breaks are more likely to be found.
A word of caution though, especially for parents, that preparing the child should not be limited to the audition experience alone. Managing expectations play a crucial part especially since a minor is involved. Getting the child through a reading for a part and for what happens afterward prepares him on how to take the results. Whether he gets the part or not, knowing how to handle the gamut of emotions from joy to grief would spell a world of difference on how he remembers the experience later on. It is also important to note that the desire to get into acting, just as with any activity, should indeed stem from the child and should not have been forced on him. Bottom line, if the opportunity of a Disney audition presents itself, encourage the child but help him go through the experience in a spirit of fun and learning.
