Casting Call Reveals New Details For Bluey Experience At Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom is creating a new experience based on the popular show Bluey, set to open in the summer of 2026. Guests will be able to meet the Heeler family at Conservation Station in the Rafiki’s Planet Watch area. New information from job postings and official permits reveals more about how the experience will be built, who will work there, and when different stages of the project are expected to be completed.

I just saw the casting call for the new Bluey live experience, and it sounds like a really fun gig! Disney is looking for energetic performers to act as hosts – basically, they’ll be leading games and activities inspired by the show. It’s not just about following a script, though; they need people who can really connect with kids, guide them through playful experiences, and think on their feet with improv. If you’re good with kids and have a knack for spontaneous fun, this could be your chance to bring Bluey to life!

Okay, so I just saw the details about what this experience will be like, and it’s not going to be a regular stage show at all! It sounds way more interactive – like hosts will be guiding us through different games and activities. They’re taking inspiration from the games in Bluey, but also adding in a bunch of animal-themed stuff, which sounds super fun! I’m really excited it’s not just sitting and watching – we’ll actually get to do things.

The casting call includes this description of the performance.

Starting in Summer 2026 at Walt Disney World, you’ll be able to visit Conservation Station in Disney’s Animal Kingdom and meet Bluey and Bingo! You can enjoy games inspired by the show, like a fun version of keepy uppy with butterflies.

Bring the family and take some photos with the Blue Heelers to cherish this special experience! You’ll also get a chance to learn about the amazing animals that live in Australia, Bluey’s home country.

Sample Script

For auditions, you’ll need to perform a short monologue showing what the hosts are like. The provided script shows the hosts welcoming families at Conservation Station and inviting kids to become members of the “Playful Animal Crew for Kids” (P.A.C.K.). The script is designed to be interactive, with the hosts engaging with the children and encouraging them to participate in fun activities.

Hi everyone! Welcome to Conservation Station! I’m [NAME], and I’m here with my friends Kaitie and Mark.

We’re the P.A.C.K. team – Playful Animal Crew for Kids! Who wants to be part of our Play P.A.C.K.?

<GUESTS respond

Great! If you’re interested in joining our P.A.C.K., you’ll need to answer a couple of questions. First, do you love animals?

<GUESTS respond

Yes! Okay second question…do you love to play?

<GUESTS respond

Fantastic! You answered both questions correctly! Welcome to Play P.A.C.K.! We’re excited to play – and animals love to play too! Let’s have some fun with games – we call them ‘excursions’ – inspired by amazing animals!

<GUESTS respond

Great! Before our first excursion let’s warm up our play muscles!

<The GUIDE and PLAY PALS engage the GUESTS in a warmup game (10 – 15 seconds).

Knowing when actors need to apply helps us plan the production schedule. The deadline for applications is January 23, 2026, and we’re currently planning in-person auditions for February 27, 2026. Rehearsals are expected to start in early May 2026, moving us closer to the performance this summer.

Preparing the Space

Disney is starting to prepare Conservation Station for a new experience. A permit filed in January 2026 reveals they’ve hired an electrical contractor to install updated electrical equipment, including a transformer and new panels.

Visitors to Conservation Station can travel by the Wildlife Express Train. This station is home to Animal Kingdom’s animal hospital, food preparation areas, and interesting exhibits. Placing the Bluey meet-and-greet here fits with the park’s focus on learning and helps spread guests out to a less crowded area.

Disney has announced that Bluey and Bingo, the popular characters from the children’s show, will appear at Disney parks and on Disney Cruise Line starting in 2026, including a new experience at Animal Kingdom. An exact date for the opening of this attraction hasn’t been revealed yet.

Bluey’s Popularity

It’s easy to understand why Bluey and Bingo are popular sights at parks. Although not made by Disney itself, the show has become one of Disney’s biggest hits.

Nielsen’s latest report for 2024 shows that Bluey was the most-watched show in the U.S. across all streaming services. Viewers watched a total of about 55.6 billion minutes of the show, beating out popular series like Grey’s Anatomy and Family Guy.

One of the things people love about the story is the sisters’ playful imagination. Now, there are plans to let fans experience that fun firsthand.

Disney has announced that a Bluey-themed experience will open at Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World in the summer of 2026. While Disney hasn’t released many official details yet, information is gradually becoming available through job postings, construction permits, and reports from industry news sources.

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2026-01-13 21:58