Posted May 19, 2026
VIDEO SUBMISSIONS: Please submit you resume and video submission to SWOAuditions@seaworld.com no later than Tuesday, June 2, 2026. INVITED CALL BACKS: Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Time: 6:30pm Location: Nautilus Theater – SeaWorld Orlando – 7007 SeaWorld Drive All Applicants should park in the SeaWorld Security Gate 3 Employee Parking lot and check in at the Security Gate across from Discovery Cove PREPARE FOR AUDITION: Seeking strong, dynamic drummers who can combine technical skills, performance energy, and stage presence for a high-energy live production show. Please keep in mind that this is a full stage show. Large arm motions, strong facial expressions, movement, character, and overall performance quality are highly considered in the cast process. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Please submit a video that is no longer than 5 minutes in length showcasing the following: · Strong groove, chops, and soloing ability · Movement while performing · Performance energy and stage presence · Heavier sticks/implements recommended Rehearsal and Performance Dates: Tentative Rehearsal Dates: August 21, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31 September 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 16 Shift Time: Evening hours - TBD Howl-O-Scream 2026 Event Nights: September 18, 19, 25, 26 October 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 Applicants should be available for all dates of the event with an approximate shift time of 5:45pm to 12:00am EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS. Whether you're a singer, dancer, actor, or performer, our parks are waiting for you. From thrilling live shows to captivating character interactions, there's a role for everyone. Actors - Great stage presence and interactive comedic skills that excel at improvisation. Actors perform in multiple high-energy shows per day, on our stages and streets, to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. Costumed Characters - Personable, animated people with fun, outgoing personalities to bring Sesame Street® characters to life. Share the joy of entertaining children and other guests as a costumed character by greeting guests, shaking hands, posing for pictures, and giving hugs. Costumed character performers also act as a character escort to assist with guest interactions. Dancers - Demonstrate technical proficiency in a variety of styles including jazz, musical theatre, ballet, and modern. Partnering skills, break dancing, tumbling, tap, or other specialties are a plus. Dancers perform in multiple high-energy shows per day to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. Event Performers - Bring our special and seasonal events to life such as Event Host, Culinary Performers and Santa's Helpers. Instrumentalists - Proficient in percussion, brass, woodwinds or guitar. All instrumentalists should have the ability to play varying styles ranging from pop/rock to Motown to gospel and must be able to memorize music for shows and perform with great stage presence. Scare Squad - Enthusiastic performers, who are passionate about Halloween, to add fun and scary excitement to our award-winning Howl-O-Scream events. Vocalists - Great energy and stage presence who can demonstrate technical proficiency in a variety of styles including pop, rock, musical theatre, classical, contemporary, and a cappella vocal styling. Capacity to hear/sing harmonies is a must. Sight reading skills are not required but are preferred. Vocalists perform in multiple high-energy shows per day to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. How should I prepare for my audition? You will be asked to learn a dance combination and participate in improve and athletic stamina exercises. Costumed character auditions are based primarily on movement, non-verbal communication, and physical coordination. Please arrive early enough to stretch and warm up before the audition begins. Please wear form fitting dance attire that allows a full range of movement and tennis or jazz shoes. Please do not wear jeans. Prepare a resume and headshot, which will be retained by the audition team. Please view our career opportunities website for current openings.
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