Universal Studios is proud of its history of non-traditional casting.
We encourage applications from all ethnicities and gender identities.
Male Actors
Hogwarts™ Express Conductor
Strong actors with a commanding presence to portray The Conductor of the Hogwarts Express at the entrance to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Seeking jolly actors to portray mid-30's and above.
Must be able to speak English with a British accent.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Mandarin/Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Wandkeeper at Ollivanders™
Mature, strong actors to portray knowledgeable Wandkeeper in Ollivanders Wand Shop at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Seeking actors to look and portray age 40 or older.
Must be able to speak English with a British accent.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Mandarin/Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Male Hogwarts™ Students
Male actors to serve as Hogwarts™ students and hosts for entertainment experiences in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Must look and be able to play high school age.
No taller than 174cm (5’7″ ft).
Must be able to speak English with a British accent.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Choir Master & Triwizard Prefect
Male actors to serve as Choir Master and host for the Frog Choir experience, as well as the Prefect and host for the Tri-Wizard Spirit Rally in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Must look and be able to play high school age.
Must have a sense of rhythm. Prior choir conducting experience a plus, but not required.
Must be able to speak English with a British accent.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Mandarin/Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings
Hogwarts™ Professor
Mature, strong actors to portray the confident, intelligent, fair and approachable Professor at Hogwarts in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Seeking actors who can play late 30’s - 60’s years of age.
Must be able to speak English with a British accent.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Prince Charming
Male actors to play the self-loving, Prince Charming from the DreamWorks Animation Shrek franchise.
Must be able to portray an age range of 20-30.
Preferred height range 178cm-188cm (5’10’’-6’3’’ ft)
Strong acting ability a must. Singing and dancing skills a plus, but not required.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Mandarin language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
charlie chaplin
Actors to portray famous silent screen star from the early 1900’s.
Must be able to portray an age range of 20-35.
Preferred height range 163cm-171cm (5’4’’-5’6’’ft).
Seeking comedic pantomime actors with strong improvisational and physical clowning skills to portray the super star of the silent film era.
Will be required to perform a comedic physical scenario.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
NEW CHARACTER
We are seeking an inventive comedic performer to portray an eccentric, brilliant, and slightly unhinged scientist. Character is larger-than-life with a big heart, and a deep care for his friends.
Must have strong improvisational skills, confidence in delivering comedic material and engaging directly with guests. A flair for physical comedy and sharp timing is essential.
Performers with strong improv backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Female Actors
HOGWARTS™ EXPRESS CONDUCTOR
Strong actors with a commanding presence to portray The Conductor at the entrance to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Seeking jolly actors to portray mid-30's and above.
Must be able to speak English with a British accent.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Mandarin and/or Japanese language fluency/experience a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Wandkeeper at Ollivanders™
Mature, strong actors to portray knowledgeable Wandkeeper in Ollivanders Wand Shop at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Seeking actors to portray a playing age of over 40.
Must be able to speak English with a British accent.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Mandarin/Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Female Hogwarts™ Students
Female actors to serve as Hogwarts™ students and hosts for entertainment experiences in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Must look and be able to play high school age.
No taller than 165cm (5’5” ft).
Must be able to speak English with a British accent.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Choir Master & Triwizard Prefect
Female actors to serve as Choir Master and host for the Frog Choir experience, as well as the Prefect and host for the Tri-Wizard Spirit Rally in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Must look and be able to play high school age.
Must have a sense of rhythm. Prior choir conducting experience a plus, but not required. Must be able to speak English with a British accent.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Mandarin/Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Hogwarts™ Professor
Mature, strong actors to portray the confident, intelligent, fair and approachable Professor at Hogwarts in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Seeking actors who can play late 30’s - 60’s years of age.
Must be able to speak English with a British accent.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Princess Fiona
Sweet, beautiful and smart female actors to portray the pre-ogre Fiona from the DreamWorks Animation Shrek franchise.
Must be able to portray an age range of 18-25.
Strong acting ability a must. Singing and dancing skills a plus, but not required.
Mandarin and/or Japanese language fluency/experience a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Fairy Godmother
Female actors with strong improvisational abilities and a wicked sense of humor to portray the Fairy Godmother from the DreamWorks Animation Shrek franchise.
Must be able to portray an age range of 35-45.
Preferred height range 160cm-166cm (5’1’’-5’5’’ ft).
Singing and dancing skills a plus.
Mandarin language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
1950’S starlet
Female actors to convey the subtle nuances of an American 1950’s Starlet.
Must be able to portray an age range of 20-30.
Strong acting ability a must. Singing and dancing skills a plus, but not required.
Mandarin language fluency/experience a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Penelope Tibeaux-Tinker Toothsome
Cheerful female actors to play Penelope Tibeaux-Tinker Toothsome, a professor of chocolate creations.
Must be able to portray an age range of 30-40.
Preferred height range 165cm-175cm (5’4’’-5’7’’ ft).
Strong acting ability a must. Singing and dancing skills a plus, but not required.
Must be able to speak English with a British accent.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Mandarin language fluency/experience a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Glinda
Female actors to portray the bubbly, charming Glinda from the Wicked franchise.
Comedic and charismatic actors who will bring Glinda's charm, humor, and 'heart-of-gold' to life.
Must be able to portray an age range of 18-25.
Singing and dancing skills are a plus.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Mandarin and/or Japanese language fluency/experience a plus, but not required.
Performers may also take part in parades, special events, seasonal shows, and character greetings.
Elphaba
Female actors to portray the determined Elphaba from the Wicked franchise.
Elphaba performers will bring to life her strength and vulnerability, capturing the warmth and complexity of her character in a fun and engaging way.
Must be able to portray an age range of 18-25.
Singing and dancing skills are a plus.
Will be required to learn and perform a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
Mandarin and/or Japanese language fluency/experience a plus, but not required.
BIPOC actors are strongly encouraged to apply.
Performers may also take part in parades, special events, seasonal shows, and character greetings.
Dancers
Beauxbatons Students
Female dancers with strong ballet technique to perform as students of the Beauxbatons Academy of Magic at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Dancers should be 167cm (5’6” ft) or taller and can look and play high school age.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Gymnast
Highly skilled female gymnasts with strong tumbling skills to perform as students of the Beauxbatons Academy of Magic at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
167cm (5’6” ft) or taller who can play high school age.
Strong ballet technique a plus.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Commercial / hip hop dancer
Male and female dancers with excellent dance ability in commercial jazz, hip hop and funk, and are confident on a microphone to hype a crowd.
Strong floor gymnastic skills are a requirement of the role.
Preferred female height range: 157cm – 168cm (5’1” – 5’5”).
Preferred male height range: 170cm – 183cm (5’6” – 6”).
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Dancers Who Sing Well
Dracula
Captivating, charismatic, strong technical male dancer and strong pop singer to play Dracula.
Tenor/baritone who can sing to an F#.
Preferably 175cm (5’9″ ft) or taller.
Performers will feature in the UNIVERSAL MONSTERS LIVE ROCK AND ROLL SHOW, a live, musical revue stage show.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Hip and Hop
Cute, energetic cheerleader types. Strong technical dancers with pop-singing ability, able to belt to a C#.
Preferably no taller than 165cm (5’5″ ft).
Performers will feature in the UNIVERSAL MONSTERS LIVE ROCK AND ROLL SHOW, a live, musical revue stage show.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Wolfie
Excitable, young male. Strong technical dancer with great youthful energy.
Pop tenor who sings to a G and is not afraid to ‘howl at the moon’.
Preferably no taller than 172cm (5’8” ft) in height.
Performers will feature in the UNIVERSAL MONSTERS LIVE ROCK AND ROLL SHOW, a live, musical revue stage show.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Male Singers
Frankenstein
Smooth, cool pop baritone who sings to an F with nice low tones and a strong falsetto.
Strong mover with an imposing height, preferably 183cm (6’ ft) or taller.
Performers will feature in the UNIVERSAL MONSTERS LIVE ROCK AND ROLL SHOW, a live, musical revue stage show.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Johnny
Tall, athletic, male pop tenor who sings up to a G flat and is a strong mover.
Height range 182cm-190cm (6’-6’3” ft).
Must be fit with good physical stamina and comfortable performing in a latex mask.
Soulful gorilla sings and dances his way through a live concert version of Illumination’s blockbuster musical movie SING.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
NEW CHARACTERS
Two singers that are opposite in every way to play iconic characters in a new show.
One is charismatic and impulsive with a knack for getting into trouble. His natural charm and confidence enough to convince anyone to join in his adventures and schemes.
The other is cool, calm and collected. His no-nonsense approach to life makes him a practical and focused individual.
Height range 167cm (5’6” ft) or taller.
Playing age mid 20’s to mid 30’s.
Strong movers able to handle basic choreography.
Ability to play harmonica a plus, but not essential.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Male Singers / Various SHOWS, Styles & ROLES
Male singers, comfortable with various vocal styles, including one or more of the following: Pop, R&B, Rap, Soul, Contemporary, Rock and Pop-ballad. Must be strong movers.
Mandarin and/or Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
male pop singers
Male Singers who can play popstars and are comfortable with various styles of singing including one or more of the following: Pop, Rock, R&B, Soul, Rap and Pop-ballad.
Must be strong movers.
Mandarin and/or Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Rapper/singer
Dynamic, charismatic male rapper with versatile pop singing abilities.
Must be comfortable with various singing styles, including Pop, R&B, Rap, Soul, Rock, Pop-ballad, and Vocal Percussion.
Strong movement skills with good stamina are essential, as the role involves rapping, singing, and dancing in a half-time atmosphere show. Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events, and greetings.
male frog choir
Highly skilled Tenor and Bass singers with choral and part-singing experience.
Must look and be able to play high school age.
Basses mainly perform vocal percussions (VP). VP skills/experience a strong plus for basses and a plus for tenors.
Mandarin and/or Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Female Singers
Ash
Powerful, female, athletic rock-n-roll singer. Alto or mezzo-soprano who can belt to a D and is a strong mover.
Height range 147-158cm (4’10”- 5’2” ft).
Has good physical stamina and is comfortable performing in makeup and a latex mask.
Rock and roller porcupine sings and dances her way through a live concert version of Illumination’s blockbuster musical movie SING.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Bride of Frankenstein
Confident, soulful, sassy female with strong stage presence.
Alto or soprano, with a strong belt up to C#.
Must be a strong mover.
Performers will feature in the UNIVERSAL MONSTERS LIVE ROCK AND ROLL SHOW, a live, musical revue stage show.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Female Singers / Various shows, Styles & ROLES
Female singers, comfortable with various vocal styles, including one or more of the following: Pop, R&B, Rap, Soul, Contemporary, Rock and Pop-ballad. Must be strong movers.
Mandarin and/or Japanese language ability a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
FEMALE POP SINGERS
Female Singers who can play popstars and are comfortable with various styles of singing including one or more of the following: Pop, Rock, R&B, Soul, Rap and Pop-ballad.
Must be strong movers.
Mandarin and/or Japanese language fluency/experience a plus, but not required.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
female frog choir
Highly skilled Soprano and Alto singers with choral and part-singing experience.
Must look and be able to play high school age.
Mandarin and/or Japanese language ability a plus, but not required. Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Male Gymnast & Stage Combat Performers
DURMSTRANG StudentS
Young male performers to portray the confident, disciplined students of the Durmstrang Institute in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
Strong and athletic, with advanced gymnastics and tumbling abilities and skills in stage combat.
Dance training a plus, but not required.
Must be able to appear high school aged.
Performers may also take part in parades, special events, seasonal shows, and character greetings.
Stunt Performers
WaterWorld - Helen
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
Athletic and petite female stunt performers with acting skills with excellent upper body strength.
Acting, boating and stunt experience preferred.
Must be able to swim, and be comfortable with heights, working with an audience, and around various types of pyro-technics and special effects.
WaterWorld - Jet Skier & Smoker #7
Strong male stunt performers with acting skills.
Must be able to swim, have excellent jet ski driver skills, along with the ability to tow a water skier.
Must be comfortable with heights, working with an audience, and around various types of pyro-technics and special effects.
Must be prepared to learn a 20-foot fall, hand to hand fight skills and weapons handling.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings
WaterWorld - Mariner and Atoller #1
Must be an expert jet skier with an heroic look.
Acting and stunt experience preferred.
Must be able to swim, and be comfortable with heights, working with an audience, and around various types of pyro-technics and special effects.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
WaterWorld - Water Skier & Smoker #8
Must have water skiing and boat driving skills.
Acting and stunt experience preferred.
Must be able to swim, and be comfortable with heights, working with an audience, and around various types of pyro-technics and special effects.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.
WATERWORLD - Vernon (Smoker 6)
At 180cm tall, he is an imposing figure and is the Deacon’s enforcer.
Acting, boat driving and stunt experience is preferred.
Must be comfortable with heights, working with an audience, and around various types of pyro-technics and special effects.
Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events and greetings.