Looking for Disney Channel Auditions in 2024?
While this article has been up for sometime now, it seems that some of what I discuss below is still going strong and the companies involved have learned how to skate under the radar and cover their rears as to not get caught up in the legalities of it all.
Kids love Disney, that’s a fact. Disney Channel auditions and Disney movie auditions are a popular topic. I mean, which kid wouldn’t want to star alongside their favorite Disney Channel star? Kids love their Disney shows and many will look online for Disney auditions. But, not all is as it seems. Audition is a loose word and it is often used in a manner that is meant to confuse and sometimes victimize people whose kids get really excited at its mention.
There are many shady companies that will take advantage and talk people into spending money they should not. If you ended up on this page looking for more information to find out if that Disney Channel audition is legit, your gut instinct is most likely correct and that audition may not actually be a legit audition for Disney or the Disney Channel.
If you are reading this, you must have some concern, so read on…..
Now, this is a fairly long article and I do have a page that is shorter which covers the basic red flags of an acting scam.
A few points when dealing with kids looking for Disney auditions:
- Actual Disney casting directors DO NOT charge upfront fees.
- Disney does not advertise auditions on the radio or walk around malls and grocery stores looking for cute kids to put into a Disney movie.
- Disney Channel is not in the business of selling classes, photos or convention services.
- If you are asked for money, it is most likely a scam.
- If it sounds too good to be true, it most likely is not true.
The basics:
The best way to get an audition for the Disney Channel or a Disney movie is by working hard and getting a legitimate agent. Most auditions for Disney are not open calls. They are handled through agents. Why? you may ask. The answer is simple.
There are millions of kids, most of whom have at some point dreamed of being a Disney Channel star. If every character for a Disney show was cast through an audition that was open to the public, the casting directors would be bombarded with thousands, 10’s of thousands of kids and teens all looking for their big break. Most casting directors don’t have a way to handle 1000’s of kids in one day. The cost would be enormous and it would take weeks to get through that many people. … most of which probably don’t even fit the part. For that reason, casting directors depend on agents to send them talent that fits the role, has the experience, training and the talent.
So, for most Disney, or even Nickelodeon roles, you will need an agent….. a legitimate agent.
Legit agents do NOT charge talent, they pay them. An agent gets a percentage of the talent’s pay… once they have booked the role. So, a talent agent makes zero if the talent they have never gets a role. For that reason, agents are very selective in who the represent and usually talent must first prove that they are capable of doing the job. That is where the working hard part comes in. Most agents expect that talent comes to them with a resume. Getting things for your resume, for a kid, may not be as hard as you think. They will be looking for some experience and maybe some training. They need to know you can handle the pressure and do the job. So where can someone get experience?
All over. It could be the Christmas show at your church, school plays, community theaters, commercials for local businesses, student films and more. Now, you would not be getting paid for any of those but you will be learning and gaining valuable experience that you can list on a resume. Training is also helpful. Most community colleges and schools offer low cost classes. Those classes will also help you learn the ropes and maybe even make some great contacts. Since I am talking about classes…. beware of the scammers there as well. Fake agents know that we all know that agents should not be paid up front, therefore they go the route of… I will work with you… only if you pay $XXXX for these classes. The classes they offer are sub-par and may even hurt your resume as every talent agent knows who those people are. Before taking classes do your research. Make sure the person teaching is respected in their field. Classes usually cost a few hundred bucks per class, not thousands.
Once you get all that, then an agent may take a chance on you. You may be naturally talented, but it doesn’t matter, you still need the training and experience. Talent is just one of the things you need, the others are commitment and passion for the art. Doing free gigs to build a resume goes a long way to proving that you ARE committed.
Now, many families, kids and teens believe there is some magical shortcut. Many have been led to believe that if they pay someone some money it will fast track them to Disney fame. People have come to believe that because there are countless FAKE agencies that are trying to convince them of that. These fakes approach people in malls, invite them to auditions which are nothing more than sales pitches and convince them that for 1000’s of dollars they will make their kid a star…. really? If it was just that easy, every other kid in America would be on Disney Channel. See How to Spot a Modeling / Acting Scam for more on what to watch out for. Always remember that this is a job, an acting job, but a job none the less, which means THEY pay you for your work…. You do not pay them! In California it is not legal for an agent to ask talent for money to get the job so anyone doing that is not a REAL agent. If you are unsure if one is legit, ask for the license and check with the Union SAG / AFTRA to see if they are franchised.
Always remember that an agents job is getting THEIR talent booked which means they spend all day talking to production companies and casting directors about the talent they represent. Legit agents do not troll the malls and walmarts looking for “new faces”. Why would they? There are more kids than roles. Anyone approaching you anywhere about getting your kid into Disney Channel is not on the level.
OK, so until you get an agent…. how else can you try out for Disney? Once a year, the Disney Channel and Disney XD hold an open casting call. They have done this for over a decade and most have been at certain locations. This year, the Disney open auditions where actually held online and kids in every state could tryout without leaving their homes. The Disney open auditions are usually held in early summer and announce between May and July. See this years for more info on what to expect… Disney Channel & Disney XD Online Open Casting Call.
Also, every now and then Disney does a talent search to fill a role in an upcoming movie or commercial. Those happen a few times a year and no one can tell you when it will happen next. You just have to keep your eyes open. Such events DO NOT advertise. They will not appear on the radio. Those are listed through the casting directors.
Be sure to also read this page about those Disney auditions that you hear on the radio.
Hope all that helps and break a leg!
Hello, my name is Sara, I am 15 years old and I would love to participate in Disney. I am Spanish but I currently live in France. I love acting, especially playing a character with an antagonistic character. I like everything related to acting and acting, although he never acted alone in theaters and the truth is that everyone tells me that he performed very well and that I should be encouraged to sign up for a casting, only I was not prepared, but now If I am, I am and I am ready to participate in Disney if you give me the opportunity, you would make me very happy. Kind regards from France.
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Hello I am solethu. I am 12 years old I love acting as a comedian and I love dancing and playing soccer. I want to begin my career as a professional actor and this has always been my dream and I only need an agent to fulfill my dream.
I am 13 year old and I love acting so much and I also like Disney movies.
My name is Kadiann and am 15 years old. I really love Disney shows. I am from Jamaica, Kingston. My hair colour is black which I have natural hair and my eye colour is black. I really like action and its really something I would love to do. I really like to give it a shot if I have the chance, thank you.
Hi! I’m Haylee and I’m 13 yrs old. I really want to act on Disney channel. I have dreamed to be an actress and begin my career. I have looked up to actors and actresses on Good Luck Charlie, people on Chicken girls, and many more. i have green eyes, dirty blonde-ish hair and I can sing (kinda).. I can do tik tok dances but i have to learn them 1st obviously. I live in Texas born in Arizona. my dream since 8 ngl. I can act very well in certain personalities..like sassy, worried, disappointing,mad but not too mad, funny, scared (kinda). anyway Its my dream if anyone (agent) can make it come true please lmk asap! (:
My name is Emmalina. I live in Archdale North Carolina. I love Disney channel and I’ve always seen myself up on set making magic and now I am ten and I think I’m ready to make my dream come true. I will be 11 on the 16th and I hope you take me into consideration. I am in competitive gymnastics and am OK at singing and dancing. I think I’m good at dancing but I don’t show people a lot. I have fierce attitude and love talking. I am very kind. Well that should be it have a great day.
Hi, I am Rose Kutwana. I am 12 years and l like to sing, dance and act for my family.l have been applying for acting jobs for years and this is my 10th try this year. I love watching Disney channel. I always dreamed about becoming a star. Acting is my life, my dream and my passion. So is dancing and singing. I have been singing and dancing my whole life. But my most important dream is to act. If Disney channel could audition me, it would be the moment of my life. And I have been training for years to become an actor. I live in the Eastern Cape and I am willing to move to America if needed but all my life I want to sing, dance and act. I want to be the young millionaire artist in the world. Please, being a Disney channel actor could change my life. I am light brown skinned, brown eyes, black and brown hair. I wear glasses and this is what I am.
I am 12 years old and I love Disney. My fave thing to watch is Descendants and I dream about acting on movies and shows. Disney is my dream job.
I want to be an actress too. I love acting and singing also dancing, it’s my dream to be an actress.
Hi, I am Paris, always wanted to be An actress and I will. I am 16 and will be an actress.
Hi i’m Alexandra in the musicals that I’ve done which are 8, I’ve always gotten a lead role. I’m in 6th grade. I’ve been singing and acting and trying out for plays since I was 6. It’s always been my dream to be on Disney but anyway my name is Alexandra. I’m 5’1, I have blue eyes, red curly hair, freckles, and I’m skinny.
Does not matter really if you are skinny or not.
Hello Disney my name is Gabriel Anaya for short you can call me Gabe. I have dark brown hair, brown eyes, I am White and Mexican. I’m 10 years old and around 5 feet tall. I have wanted to be on Disney for a while now. Your shows like Jessie etc., they have made me laugh and I have wished I was on Disney. My interests are art and acting. The reason why I am auditioning is that I have always dreamed of being on Disney. It seems fun and who knows where it will take me.
Hi Disney, it’s me Tatiana, it was my dream to be a actress. I think that’s what it’s called but it was my dream to be in Disney. I was wondering if I can but I don’t know if I’m too late to actually say it cuz this is 2021 and you guys sit 20/20 so I think you guys would not actually see my comment. I hope you guys actually let me come in your TV shows and Disney. My life is kind of hard for me and I have a rough day sometimes. I just wanted to change my life. I live in Maui Kahului and I really really really want to be in. I hope you guys said yes, it’s because it’s my dream life.
I love Disney Channel so much. I would love to be on Disney even if they don’t notice me! but i’d love to be in a tv show of my own!
Hi, my name is Penelope Parrish. I am adopted and now live in Minnesota. I am 5’2 and have brown hair, blue eyes and I am 13 years old. I have a background of dancing and acting. I am not a singer though. I would love to be on Disney Channel because I like to make people laugh and be happy. I can act anyway you would like me to. Any personality. I also play the violin and I have been playing it for five years. Since I am not very tall, I have sometimes been mistaken for a third grader though I am in eighth grade.
Thank you for reading this and if you give me a chance I won’t let you down! I am looking forward to the call for auditions!
Sincerely,
Penelope
Hi my Name is Makayla Lopez. I am 12 years old and I have loved Disney channel ever since I was 3 years old. I would really love to be on Disney channel and possibly earn some money to help my family because we don’t have that much. But the main reason isn’t the money it’s to do something that no one would ever think that a person like me would have done. So this is why I would like to be on Disney channel.
I’m 11 years old and I’ve always watched Disney channel. I love to make new friends and I have brown curly hair, brown eyes and a light tan skin tone. Disney channel is probably one of my favorite things to watch.
My name is Cathryn Lundeen and I have always dreamed of being a star, and I’m actually really good! In 6th grade I became the first person to have the female lead in the musical on your first year, and I was praised by high schoolers for being so good! If I could get a job on Disney it would be amazing! But enough about my dreams, here are some facts about me. I’m 12 years old, I have brown hair and brown eyes, and I’m 5’4. I’m a straight A student and LOVE acting, reading, cooking and watching YouTube. I have also always dreamed of writing a book, and I cannot dance to save my life.
I also have a very wide vocal range and I’m both good at acting dum and in love, sad and in love, sassy and angry, and shy and pretty. My favorite songs to sing that fit my vocal range best are “you will be found”, “tightrope”, “defying gravity”, anything from “Into The Woods” (the musical I just got finished doing), “running home to you”, “never enough”, “a million dreams” and “last goodbye”.
My Name Is Andrea. I’m 12 Years Old and from Dallas TX. This has been my dream since birth and I’m really flexible and started acting small parts since I was 4. Please let me know if you are looking for an actor because I was born ready.
Hey I am 12 turning 13 soon and I have always wanted to join Disney. It’s been my dream for awhile and still is. I just wanted to say I would really enjoy the chance of being able to be on Disney. I would say I am always in a good mood and and always ready for what I have to do next. I think I would be a good fit for Disney and you would really enjoy having me . Please this is my dream I would love any chances you give to me. Please just remember me!
I also have a lot of Experiences in acting and singing this is why I would love to have a chance .
Hi I’m Pola and I’m 12 (turning 13 soon) and I would love to be on Disney.. this is my biggest dream. I’m in ballet school. My passion is acting and dancing. I’m really positive person.
I’m blessing and I’m 11 (turning 12) and I really love singing and dancing and especially acting because it like a dream to me. I really love Secrets of Sulphur Springs and a lot of TV series and I hope y’all pick me one day and I keep wishing to be on here.
I am Maria Karla Rubio, 16 years old, I live in Texas but I am from Cuba. I love acting, I never thought it was such a beautiful way to have fun, have a good time and bring a character to life, create it however you want. Actually, Disney has the ability to fulfill the dreams of many teenagers and children. It is magical what you must live in that world. Once I was in an art academy in my country, my teacher always gave me very strong advice, but in that way I learned too much from acting and that is that if you love that, that comes from you, it shines in acting, main roles in artwork, singing, dancing, playing guitar, learning choreography fast, dancing ballet dance, hip hop and really trying to find a way to get into this world, really if I ever become famous I want to help to the people who need it, but I will not give up until I achieve my dreams, someday I will be on the Disney channel it is very difficult, but I know that many of us can achieve it because time is what is left over
I am an energetic person, too sociable, I love helping people, my height is 5’6-1 \ 4 “(6.25 in \ 168.28 cm), my eyes are black brown, I am white, my hair is black with blonde locks and I will follow my dreams. I know that someday I will enter the Disney channel.
My name is Lena and I have always wanted to be on Disney Channel. I am OK at singing but my real talent is dancing. I would love to just even be a background dancer. I would be great to just be given a chance. My parents don’t know about this passion and i don’t think they would support me in this. My favorite actor on Disney is Cameron Boyce. RIP. Thanks For Reading!
Hi my name is Hailey Marie Battaglia, I am 13 years old I have blonde hair and blue eyes. I live in Ontario Canada. I was about to audition for Disney Channel Bunked last year but I got to scared so I didn’t go. I love to sing (pop) dance (hip-hop) and act! I hope I am allowed to have another chance to do what I love. I would describe myself has energetic, happy, full of joy, and I work well with others.
Hi Hailey, sorry to bother, but I would love to know how you auditioned for Disney Channel. I would love if you could tell me.
Yeah, I would like to know to. Like, really, really, really like to know!
I don’t know how to audition because I was wanting to audition for Bunk’d as well. But I don’t know how.
I would love to know as well!
can you tell me? my dream!
My name is Sophia. I’m 13 and I love disney channel. I love to act as well. I live in California.
My name is Juliana and my sister is Ava and we both are 12 years old we live in Orlando, Florida. Our dream was to become an actress, not at the same time but we did eventually both decide to be an actress and that’s when we both decided what our dream was going to be. I have dark brown hair dark brown eyes and no glasses my sister has dirty blonde hair and greenish blueish eyes and glasses but she doesn’t need them for acting we would love to be acting on Disney Channel That’s where we start our dream and we have watched a lot a Disney shows. Honestly, I would have to say one thing my sister she would do pretty good……..
I want to join Disney Channel.
I am 11 years old I always wanted to be in Disney. I have always wanted to start since I was 2 years old. It was my dream to be an actor.
My name is Lena and I have always wanted to be on Disney Channel. I am OK at singing but my real talent is dancing. I would love to just even be a background dancer. I would be great to just be given a chance. My parents don’t know about this passion and I don’t think they would support me in this. My favorite actor on Disney is Cameron Boyce. RIP. Thanks For Reading!
Hi! My name is Marian, and I’m 13 years old. I have black hair and hazel eyes. I would really like to be on Disney. I have always wanted to be an actor. I live in Woodmoor, Colorado, and I’m told I have a good singing voice. A little about me- I love to sing and I am an old timer girl. Though I like the new music, some of my favorite music is by Seth McFarland, who sings Frank Sinatra style music. I would love it if I got on, but I think that if I’m not the right person, that’s ok. I am 5′ 7”, but growing! Thank you.
Hello I’m Fresia, I live in Belgium. I would love to be a Disney actress it is my dream since I’m 8.
Hello, my name is Sara. I am 11, almost 12. I live in Los Angeles. I’ve been in plays and musicals before. I have black hair, that is always in pigtails. My favorite show is Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir. I’ve always wanted to become an actor. I would like to be in a Miraculous film. I would appreciate it if you would since I’m like the biggest fan of Miraculous.
Hello,my name is Bella. I am 12 years old i will tho turn 13 in June. I’m about 5’5 ft tall, i have Bright green/à bit of blue eyes and blonde long hair. I love horse back riding,soccer and i also like to run. I love acting and I’ve been into acting for a couple of years. I live in Sweden which is in Europe. I would say that i’m a positive and funny person and I love to make people happy in any possible way. I have been struggling with my happiness and physical health for a while and still do but it is on the bettering way. I can easy handle pressure and love trying new things. I like meeting new people and learning new thing. My goal in life is to have a role in a tv show, movie or a series and become a doctor. I would really like to try out for Disney channel and I hope I can.
Is there anything for a hijabi. I love Disney channel and I would love to be an for the longest time actor so yeah.
12-year-old girl with hijab
Hi name is Jade I love to sing and movie like Aladdin it my best movie in the world and I love you guys thank you for reading my comment.
I’m 13 and I have orangeish red hair and blue eyes, 5’2, not that good at singing but I can get better. Never been in any plays and I like to watch tv, youtube and listen to music.
Hi my name is Dawson Ward. I am 12 about to turn 13 in May. I have been a Disney fan for a very long time. I am 4’6, I have blonde hair and light blue eyes. I want to be a actor because I love performing in front of people. When I was in fourth grade, I read a book to the class and my teacher said I did good. I had the drama, I didn’t have a monotone so I really really want to be a kid actor for Disney.
I will love to audition and hope that every kid has an opportunity to showcase their talent.
Hi, I’m 9 years old almost 10. I want to be part of a series or movie, Disney channel inspired me to follow my dreams.
I love descendant and miraculous.
I would love to act and I’m only 12, please, I would make a great annoying sister.
I also have brown and hazel eyes. I am 5’1 and I love acting. I have always loved Disney and I live in Washougal, WA. I am amazed with how much you guys loved it. I am so excited.
I’m cylesa, I go by cc.
Hi my name is zaryee law. I am 11 years old. I’ll be watching Disney channel everyday when I get out of school. I love Disney channel so much. I really want to be in a show and also I live in Hattiesburg Mississippi. I want to come down there and do an audition because I really like Disney channel. I decided if I wanted to be a famous I will stop by to go on Disney channel because I am a character. I like to act and I like to make jokes. I’m just a funny kid.
I love skai Jackson, she’s the most prettiest girl I ever seen. I would like starring in Ravens Home because I am a smart kid. I love to dance. I love to draw. I love to act and I love to watch Disney channel not Nickelodeon but Disney channel. I really hope that I get an audition.
Hey my name is Chandler Bolling, I am 13 years old and in the past I have dearly loved Disney. This is my dream and for what I have longed for. Currently I am in show choir at my school and I am enjoying it a lot!! I also was just in a play at my church of being a Shepard in our Christmas program, there was like 10,000 people there. I also can sing very well, I’ve had a few solos in the past with my show choir group, and sometimes we have to make facials which help with acting! I also play the piano at my home and I love it!! I’m thirteen years old, I’m 5”1 and I have dark brown hair, and I’m 110 pounds. I would love if you would consider me!,Thanks.
I would love to become an actress I’m only 10, but I really would love this job. I’m very good at acting and Disney would be a great start for me. This has bean my dream since I was 3.
Hi my name is Taleen. I am 11 years old, I live in California, I am a singer and actress at theatre. I was one of the lead roles in 4th, 5th,and this year as Rafiki and the Lion King. My dream is to keep acting for as long as I live. I really want to be a Disney channel star. Please make it happen! My favorite shows are Jessie, Liv and Maddie, Bunk’d. My favorite movies from Disney Channel are Descendants 1, 2 , and 3. I have brown eyes, curly brown hair, tan skin, and a good personality. Give me a chance!
Hi, I am 13 years old I been watching Disney channel since I was 3 and I love the shows and the movies. My favorite shows are Liv and Maddie, Jessie, stuck in the middle, Good luck charlie, and Ravens home. My favorite movies are How to build a better boy, Descendants 1, 2, and 3, and my other favorite movie on Disney is Tangled. That´s it, I live in Florida and I pray that you guys see this because I really want to be a Disney channel star.
The name is simphiwe thwala. I’m a good actress. I’m 14 with dark skin, brown eyes, lots of hair ( I mean big hair) Not a good singer, but I could learn to rap and dance. I could see myself playing the bad guy or villain also heroin. Plus also become a director and writer.
Hey, I am Lyla and I love acting. I am 11 years old and live with a very performance like family. Have I always dreamt of becoming famous and I think this is my chance. I grew up doing it for the family and my school and I am now ready to do it for the world. I grew up and still watch Disney and this show really brought my confidence level to a 10 and I thought that if these kids could do it why can’t I. I feel like I am ready for a big challenge and I hope this site will bring me to a successful life. One other amazing talent of mine is singing. I have done it on the streets and for my school and would also like that job to become serious. Thank you
Hi my name is shenika and I’m 13 years old. I love acting and I am from the Bahamas. I grew up in Haiti and in 2017 I came to the United States. I have short hair. black dark brown eyes and I have talent for my age. I am in 7th grade. I was in dance class in sing class after my grade went down so I gave up. I have been watching disney since I came to United States. My favorite shows are ravens home, andi mack, Jessie, bunk’d, Maddie and liv, gabby duran. My favorite movie is zombies, descendants. my dream is to be a disney channel star. I think this is my chance to become a disney channel star. I want my dream to come true so I search for Disney channel audition and I found this and read it. I’m writing my comment in it. I really want my dream to come true and I also love to sing and dance. I speak 3 languages creole, a little bit of French and English. Now I’m learning Spanish.
Hello my name is Ella and I live in Winnipeg. I am 10 years old and I have brown hair. I always loved acting ever since I was little. I watch disney channel and I just love it so. I have been doing acting classes and they are awesome and fun. It’s my dream job. I know lots of people that have a job but they hate it and I’m not gonna be that person. For any role you offer for me, I will be happy with it. thank you for your time.