A recent listing on Disney Auditions website shows the characters being recruited for the upcoming Avengers Campus rooftop stunt show at Disney California Adventure. We know this show will take place in the land currently being built on the former site of A Bug’s Land.
Disney is recruiting performers to play Black Widow, Black Panther, Captain America, Spider-Man, and an undisclosed villain. Performers will participate in high-intensity stunts like stage and weapon combat for the upcoming live-action show.
From the listing:
These stunt professionals will use unrivaled experience and athletic skills to amaze and astound our guests every day through high-intensity stunts such as stage combat, weapon combat, tumbling and more.
Here’s how Disney describes the characters they are recruiting:
BLACK WIDOW – Seeking a dynamic stunt actor to portray Black Widow (5’4″ – 5’8″) with an athletic, slender build with extensive background in stunts and theatrical combat. A former KGB spy, Natasha Romanoff was recruited by S.H.I.E.L.D. for her skills in combat, espionage, and intelligence gathering. No matter the circumstance or challenge, she will do everything she can to help her friends and make any sacrifice to protect the world. Ideal candidates would be highly proficient in hand to hand combat and be able to demonstrate a series of physical skills based on the role. Skills may include, but are not limited to: acrobatic skills, tumbling, stunt baton wielding, and repelling. Theater or performance experience is a plus.
BLACK PANTHER – Seeking a dynamic stunt actor to portray Black Panther (5’10” – 6’2″) with an athletic, slender build with extensive background in stunts and theatrical combat. T’Challa is both King of Wakanda and Black Panther. He is a calm and collected leader, as well as a fierce and powerful fighter. He protects Wakanda with an unstoppable tenacity and is proud to fight alongside the Avengers and other heroes to defend the Universe. Ideal candidates would be highly proficient in hand to hand combat and be able to demonstrate a series of physical skills based on the role. Skills may include, but are not limited to: acrobatic skills, tumbling, Bo staff handling, and repelling. Theater or performance experience is a plus.
CAPTAIN AMERICA – Seeking a dynamic stunt actor to portray Captain America (5’11” – 6’3″) with an athletic, slender build with extensive background in stunts and theatrical combat. Steve Rogers always wanted to make a difference and do his part to keep his country safe. During World War II, the military transformed him from small and frail to the powerful Captain America. Captain America is always there to protect the people who need him the most. He trusts his instincts by always doing what he feels is right and leading the team. Ideal candidates would be highly proficient in hand to hand combat and be able to demonstrate a series of physical skills based on the role. Skills may include, but are not limited to: acrobatic skills, tumbling, Bo staff handling, and repelling. Theater or performance experience is a plus.
SPIDER-MAN – Seeking a dynamic stunt actor to portray Spider-man (5’6″ – 5’10”) with an athletic, slender build with extensive background in stunts and theatrical combat. When genius high-school student Peter Parker was bitten by an unusual spider, he gained superhuman strength, faster reflexes, and heightened senses. He decided to use his powers to do good and embrace his Super Hero identity as Spider-man. He’s proud to look out for “the little guy” and protect the people he cares about as their friendly neighborhood Spider-man. Ideal candidates would be highly proficient in hand to hand combat and be able to demonstrate a series of physical skills based on the role. Skills may include, but are not limited to: acrobatic skills, tumbling, repelling, and parkour. Theater or performance experience is a plus.
VILLAIN – Seeking a dynamic stunt actor to portray a Villain type character (5’11” – 6’3″) with an athletic, broad build with extensive background in stunts and theatrical combat. This role demands a passion for action and commanding stage presence in front of large audience. Ideal candidates would be highly proficient in hand to hand combat and be able to demonstrate a series of physical skills based on the type of role. Skills may include, but are not limited to: acrobatic skills, tumbling, sword wielding/handling, and repelling. Theater or performance experience is a plus.
You can find the full listing here if you’d care to learn more about the audition or the upcoming live-action show.