Character Performer's Daily Schedule! DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DISNEY EMPLOYEE // DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM

[@olivia_simone]

What is your favorite Disney channel show and/or movie?! Mine are That's So Raven and Twitches!

[@trashmammal2740]

Olivia Simone Teen Beach Movie and Austin and Ally... I miss those days 😂😂

[@karacogan8340]

Oh gosh thats hard 😂

[@chickensoupnoodle7]

Olivia Simone I love That’s So Raven and Lizzie McGuire.

[@danielsnoderly6981]

mine is bunk'd

[@olivia_simone]

@TrashMammal27 The good ol days 😂

[@ChilliTink]

I love hearing your stories about when you were a character performer, Olivia!! I think I've watched them all at least once. Btw, your hair looks adorable! Thanks for the video!

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you so much!!

[@jimmyoalfaro]

Olivia, your merchandise t-shirts and mugz should say something like "I'm friends with Mickey". Only real insiders would understand the meaning🤣 Just like when you tell a rude guest to "go have a Disney day". And then your merch corner-logo should be your cartoon (or anime) face with Mickey ears🤠 Just giving ideas🙃.

[@willuff4841]

Please!

[@YoyomaG6]

Some of the best memories I had was in 2015/2016? when we went to crystal palace. My son was 2.5 years old so he ate free, and he ate (i kid you not) 18 oz of flank steak! HE was so happy, he looked like buddah. Then Piglet came over and hung out with us for a long time and it was awesome, we loved it so much and got tons of pictures. Disney magic! I miss Disney and I hope that COVID goes away and things calm down in the states so we can go again. My favorite production is Jake and the Neverland Pirates, and those rocker guys that sing pirate songs! I also love Sophia the First. Kids love Jake, Sophia as well and also Mickey Mouse Clubhouse. I also love Doc McStuffins for the kids because of the great lessons it teaches, about caring and being kind to others, helping others and having fun in the sciences.

[@olivia_simone]

hahaha that's wonderful!! Park days can really build up an appetite hahaha

[@datt7398]

everyone get your popcorn this is it :)

[@olivia_simone]

yasss!

[@rellimeelrahc]

13:33 that little wave was amazing, so animated 🤩

[@olivia_simone]

haha thank you!!

[@diemandtheanimatronicwolf]

Man, here I was thinking that being friends with one of the characters is easy, it's a lot more work than I thought it would be. You guys deserve all the respect!

[@cats1900]

It's been years, but i still love rewatching your Disney videos! You have such a fantastic energy, and your storytelling never fails to entertain.

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you so much for your sweet note and support! :)

[@ashleybadiukiewicz2430]

Oh this is hard. I don’t know if I have a favorite. There are so many good ones out there. Twitches was good. I also really liked the color of friendship! Now I’ve loved the mandalorian

[@olivia_simone]

Wait, what's the color of friendship?! I can't remember that one!

[@ashleybadiukiewicz2430]

Olivia Simone it’s about a true story about a girl that lives in apartheid South Africa and does the exchange program at school. So she ends up staying with a black family which happens to be the family of the congressman of Washington. So it talks about he experience and what she learns etc.

[@lijohnyoutube101]

Color of Friendship is one of best movies ever even with the scandal around it ( the author was accused of creating the story and not based on her real life families experience of hosting the student.... SPOILER ALERT . . . That in particular that the girl didn’t actually die and she said that in public releases so no one could track her down in South Africa as an adult

[@samanthad6181]

Hannah Montana, Good Luck Charlie, and Jessie!! Dang I miss those days

[@olivia_simone]

Good times! I was shocked to see Hannah Montana only has 4 seasons - I feel like I grew up with that show!

[@iwasmidnightrain]

@@olivia_simone I loved Wizards of Waverly Place and That’s so Raven too :)

[@mirandacuellar3620]

Would really love to see/hear more about your or other’s “bad” experiences working for the Disney Company from managers/captains etc.

[@paulrogers8176]

All of that info about costuming-- that's a lot of work!

[@olivia_simone]

Costuming Cast Members are the backbone of park operations i swear

[@karacogan8340]

This is such an awesome video! I really want to be a character performer in the future, I’ll definitely put it as high interest when I apply for the dcp! The auditions look so fun!

[@olivia_simone]

thank you so much! And yes you totally should! Auditions are a blast

[@JonKurz]

This was a very interesting and informative video. I have always appreciated all the hard work, preparation, and coordination that all the cast members put forth to create magical experiences for guests. I had no idea all the work that goes into the character performances though, but after watching your video, I have a new level of respect for what it takes.

[@xxmidnight12xx18]

Dude your eyeshadow looks so beautiful, I’m sorry I just started watching the video and kept looking at your eyes, they’re so pretty! It’s also very interesting to hear about what cast members do daily. Thank you for making the video, it’s very fun to watch. :)

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you so much! I barely do my makeup anymore so it was fun to be sparkly again. I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!

[@xxmidnight12xx18]

Olivia Simone :)

[@rhiannoncarpenter1556]

It’s cute when kids give the characters little fun drawings and stuff 🤗 isn’t there things that characters can’t accept ? Like I’m surprised you were able to take that candy you got from the Japanese group 😱

[@olivia_simone]

I'm sure there are rules, but unfortunately i don't remember them!

[@geoffz05]

I found your channel and enjoy hearing your stories. We ran into you when you were working in Dinoland and wanted to give you another thank you for making our vacation special. Our youngest was in a stroller and not ready to be awake as we were walking near the big green dinosaur going into the dino-rama and you looked like you were in a hurry to go somewhere, but you stopped, crouched down and showed her all of the fun things in the land and told her what she should be exited about. Turned her (and our) whole day around. I'm glad I have a chance to thank you again for that 10 minutes!

[@olivia_simone]

Oh my goodness no way! That's crazy you remember that! I hope your vacation was magical :)

[@mrozie826]

Tough decision!! I really enjoyed Be Our Chef on Disney + (I am a bit of a food person LOL), and I also really like Frozen 2 for some reason haha

[@olivia_simone]

I need to look up Be Our Chef - multiple people have commented that same answer but I've never heard of it!

[@felicityosborn9090]

Kids Incorporated! & the New MMC! I also did the CP & worked 5 yrs at DW!

[@robsomething1142]

What would you do if you needed to sneeze as a performer in a suited costume like mickey or donald or something. plus then people would hear you sneeze!!

[@olivia_simone]

1) Do you best not to sneeze 2) Run away from the guests (like to the corner of the room) and then sneeze - usually when this happens guests just say "oh bless you mickey!"

[@mackenzieb2218]

I've been following you for a while, and I've never been to Disneyland, but I have so much new found respect for Disney employees. you guys are the best.

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you! honestly working at disney made me have a new found respect for cast members too!

[@mackenzieb2218]

@@olivia_simone when I go there I promise I'll make little Canadian treat bags for the performers and assistants I see hahah. I would honestly cry if a kid got scared of me if I was a costume performer lmao

[@amythomas696]

Olivia!! I used to watch you daily then lost my channel and couldnt find yoh for a while im so happy i finally found you again this morning❤thanku for these videos they are my happy place

[@olivia_simone]

Aw! ❤️ im so glad you’re back!

[@Kayyleeeeee]

Hi Olivia! I been binge watching a lot of your character. I love all your content and stories. And you just seem to have such a bubbly up lighting personality. It’s nice to know that the people who help make my fav characters come to life are just as amazing on there own 💗. I’m 22 years old and still love meeting characters so I just want to thank you for helping add to the magic of it all! I love that shirt by the way :)

[@ashleybadiukiewicz2430]

Spare shifts are life! Also super greeting is the best!!! I love those!!! Haha ER what are those! They are NEVER granted!!!!! Honestly though basics are actually super comfy!

[@olivia_simone]

Super greeting! I totally forgot that was the phrase! I loved when i got to do that

[@ashleybadiukiewicz2430]

Olivia Simone they are honestly so much fun. Plus although basics are comfy, it’s being able to live life not in them 😂

[@olivia_simone]

@@ashleybadiukiewicz2430 Gosh aint that the truth 😂 it was so nice to finally have a guest see my face

[@slinkydogash4267]

I love your hair! It looks so pretty!

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you so much

[@nathanielc8892]

Hmmm...my favorite Disney channel show has to be Good Luck Charlie. I love you vids!

[@olivia_simone]

That show was ahead of its time with the vlogging!

[@torontodadpool144]

I love your channel!!! Thank you for making the videos! I’m so envious of your experiences!!

[@olivia_simone]

I'm so glad you're enjoying it!

[@bridgeherbert]

Hannah montana, high school musical, and wizards of waverly place!

[@olivia_simone]

ahh i love all of those!

[@WWatch48]

Green Room is a theatrical term referring to a room or area backstage where the actors meet before and during a performance.

[@tracypetrowski181]

Very informative. Thank you ❤️

[@Rcity2332]

This was extremely helpful. Thank you!

[@gracefully_ever_after]

This helped so much! My dream job is to be a performer for Disney!

[@olivia_simone]

Awesome!! I hope you get to experience the role!! 💕

[@gracefully_ever_after]

@@olivia_simone thank you so much! I’m hoping to hang out with rapunzel, I would also love to to perform in a parade or mickeys magical friendship faire!

[@olivia_simone]

@@gracefully_ever_after that sounds like such a dream! 😍

[@kailye1017]

when i was a kid i loved high school musical and my favourite tv shows are wizards of waverly place, good luck charlie, and kickin it. (know it isn't just one but i cant pick a favourite)

[@olivia_simone]

Those are all so good!

[@tati3290]

DEFINITELY SUITE LIFE OF ZACK AND CODY AN SUITE LIFE ON DECK! Ps I love youuu

[@olivia_simone]

YASSSSSS I grew up on those shows!!! and aw thank you so much! 🧡

[@cricket.b2610]

My favorite Disney channel show was probably Suite life of Zach and Cody along with Phineas and Ferb.

[@olivia_simone]

YAS SUITE LIFE!!

[@ahkar0109]

I legit just wanna see a cast member put on their costume, i saw one with minnie but I cant find it on youtube anymore, I wanna see generally the process of each character costume getting put on someone

[@JohanMsWorld]

I was in Orlando last November and after meeting tons of wonderful characters I have two questions in my head: -Given that characters meet hundreds or thounds of guests a day I wonder what it takes for them to remember a certain guest from earlier? I had Pocahontas remembering me in Animal Kingdom but I guess I am easy to remember cause a lot of actors remembers me here where I live even long time after meeting me. But it still got me thinks what make them remember you in a positive way? -Are there any "djungle telegraf" talking backstage and how much does character CMs and theyre staff talks between eachother backstage about specific guests that they enjoy or like less? I started to wonder that when Snowwhites evil Queen said "So this is the gift I heard so much about" to me at the end of a dinner show where I had gifts for Snowwhite and the pair of dwarfes that I meet earlier at the dinershow. Johan.

[@randomthoughts3599]

You seem to be getting better and better. I have missed seeing your videos so what a nice surprise to see this one today. Keep up the great work.

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you so much!

[@Kate-gd4oe]

Hi!! I’m pretty sure you have answered this before, but I’m sorry, I forget what you said! How do you stay cool during the 100+ degree summer days when in the costumes? I’m really interested in becoming a character performer in the future and have been researching lots of things. Your channel has been a huge help, thank you!!! Edit: It’s so hard to choose, but, Twitches is probably my favorite!

[@olivia_simone]

Just hydrate as best you can! And awesome, I'm so glad! :) thank you!

[@Kate-gd4oe]

Olivia Simone Okay, thank you!!! Do the costumes have any ventilation?

[@kaciew.6202]

Also from Northern California, Sacramento area!

[@banban2926]

My favorite Disney Channel production would be Ally Cat Strike

[@olivia_simone]

oooh I don't know that one!

[@banban2926]

@@olivia_simone its a late 90's DCM, they have it on disney+. Its about 2 rival High schools that battle in sports, and in the finals they have to do a Bowling match, which the main school star player never bowled so he has to work with a team to get the win. :) i love it i highly recommend it :)

[@maryclark8661]

Loved this podcast! What an interesting day as a Disney Cast Member. Thanks for sharing your experiences!

[@olivia_simone]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it! 😊 thanks so much for watching!

[@katiewhite4140]

I’ve always loved high school musicale. Iconic! 😉

[@olivia_simone]

Yassss! Iconic!

[@chloesenior1762]

Hannah montana, zac and Cody, wizards of waverly place, Austin and ally, high school musical (all of them,) starstruck, halloweentown, camp rock, and a lot more 😂 I love your videos they are super interesting❤️😊!!! I take a camp every summer where I get to dance in the Disneyland parade, so I know the excitement of being backstage at Disney. We use vip passes and secret entrances to get around!!! It’s really fun 😁

[@olivia_simone]

yassss I love Halloweentown!!! and oh wow, that's so fun! what a magical experience!

[@sierraemily4688]

Pretendant!!!!! I’ve never heard that before! We call it Super Greeting now!

[@olivia_simone]

Super Greeting! It was definitely called that during my program too - I just forgot 😂😅

[@mackenzieb2218]

split shifts are the worst!!! I'm a restaurant server, and hate having a gap between my shifts. Proud Family was my fav Disney channel show growing up.

[@olivia_simone]

ugh! that does not sound fun :/ and omg I haven't seen that show in forever!!

[@mackenzieb2218]

@@olivia_simone it's sooo good. they should remake it but with actual people instead of animation. it's on disney+ !!!

[@olivia_simone]

@@mackenzieb2218 okay, i LOVE that idea!!

[@mackenzieb2218]

@@olivia_simone the world needs it right now. growing up it was the only show, that I remember, that had black representation. could be so useful.

[@AlexRodriguez-fj2ee]

Very nice. Thanks olivia.

[@olivia_simone]

Thanks for watching!

[@beebins1952]

yayayayayayayyayay im early i miss the parks so much ; w ; My fave disney tv show is Be our chef or any classics!

[@olivia_simone]

Yay!! I miss the parks too :( and ooh what's be our chef??? i don't remember that one!

[@beebins1952]

Be our chef is the new Disney cooking show on Disney plus 😊

[@olivia_simone]

Got it got it that makes sense. thank you!

[@ItsAlysserrMan]

This was so helpful! I’m hoping I still get to do this role for the fall :)

[@olivia_simone]

ah I hope so too! Good luck!

[@thepastcomesalive2082]

I’ve been to Disney World twice and I love it, I’ve also been to Chef Mickey for breakfast and it was really good, when I went to eat at Chef Mickey I said, Mickey is no slouch in the kitchen.🤣

[@olivia_simone]

hahahaha I bet he appreciated the compliment!

[@FloridaFamilyLife]

Great vid. Our daughter is from NorCal (Redding) Did her CP and is now full time at Galaxys Edge.

[@Leon-ug1eu]

Spill the tea sis

[@skylar_paige]

Love these vids so much! You should totally get a podcast! It would be soooo cool and I would totally listen!

[@olivia_simone]

haha I'm sure I could handle a podcast right now too! but I'll think about it, thanks for the suggestion!

[@dovestarproductions9632]

My favorite Disney channel program is dog with the blog

[@olivia_simone]

I've never seen that! It sounds fun though!

[@MagicalRides]

I always dreamed about being a character accompaniment. But this isn't possible because of my illness. But its really fun to hear your stories and know a bit more about the work. Good Job :) thank you for sharing this and stay safe

[@sethraiden]

watched gravity falls, star vs the forces of evil, amphibia and the owl house in that order ^^ really fun shows.

[@jayderc]

Hi Olivia, I love your videos as a current character performer for the company I can relate to many of your stories/experiences. If you ever want to a collaboration I'm more than willing to share some of stories/experiences. Keep bringing great content. Have a magical day!

[@jordans9524]

Thanks for all the info!! Just wondering when you get the role of entertainment would you ever pick up a role to be in a parade? How does that work?

[@olivia_simone]

There are special auditions and casting for parades. My dates didn't line up with auditions unfortunately

[@user-wq6bf4sv2t]

Tysm this was really helpful!

[@olivia_simone]

Yay! I'm so glad! thanks for watching!

[@musicae536]

Loved this video! 💕💕

[@olivia_simone]

Yay! i'm so glad!

[@michellebull9184]

I am curious if you guys overheat? Are the character backstage rooms super cold especially in the Summer months to help you cool down? 😊💫

[@olivia_simone]

It's a sweaty job that's for sure! and yes, there is air conditioning backstage!

[@stephb5281]

This is so interesting! So much more involved than l thought they really look after their staff by the sounds of things. Looking as pretty as always hun. l hope you are doing well xx

[@olivia_simone]

I'm so glad you enjoyed Steph! Hope you're doing well too!

[@emmavarleem4031]

Omg love love you so exited to audition for dcp

[@olivia_simone]

It's so magical!

[@emmavarleem4031]

Olivia Simone ahhhhh this is like the 9th time you replied to me I am soooooo happy

[@katiewhite4140]

I loved your video! It’s my dream to work at a Disney park. Also your hair is soooo cute!❤️

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you so much!!!

[@katiewhite4140]

Your welcome!

[@upliftwithlove5388]

I live just outside of Sacramento area also ❤️❤️ small world. My favorite Disney channel show is good luck Charlie and I love most of the Disney channel original movies but currently it is Descendants 3 because I was watching it at the moment my daughter was born 😂

[@olivia_simone]

Oh my gosh! NorCal buddies! ❤ and wait - you were watching Descendants 3 when your daughter was born?! 😂

[@nikibaby10]

Hello from another past dcp-er from the Sacramento area!

[@olivia_simone]

Ahh hello!!

[@AGourrier]

I used to work for Toys R Us and one time they were looking for someone to spend time with Geoffrey but I was too tall to do so.

[@olivia_simone]

aw man! that would've been cool!

[@SirWillow]

Now you have me curious. I'm originally from Rancho Cordova- a suburb of Sacramento, and know the area well. Wondering where you're from and how far away that was. Funny how many people from the area ended up at at WDW.

[@olivia_simone]

I used to do gymnastics meets there! haha

[@hannahsmith8451]

That's so Raven is my favorite!

[@olivia_simone]

I miss that show!

[@jimmyoalfaro]

Amazing!

[@lindseydavis6790]

Could you do a day in the life video like this for merchandise?

[@olivia_simone]

Have you seen this video of mine? kzbin.info/www/bejne/e17Vqn-mirpkqNU This might answer your question! :)

[@geoffpowell8002]

Fave movie Aladdin, also loved the cartoon TV series, but when younger also loved Gummi Bears :) 3 questions if allowed to answer - how did you manage to carry all those costumes each day? did you have dressers ? and were the black undershirts hooded ?

[@RealFM25]

Way to many great Disney Channel productions that we’re good. I guess if I had to pick Full Court miracle and Pixel Perfect were my favorite movies

[@olivia_simone]

i forgot about pixel perfect! I remember I was so impressed because she did a flip in the movie

[@kamekakarot]

I love your cast stories

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you so much!

[@danielleckie7211]

So let’s say the character your performing with goes out on set at 8:00am what time do you start this process of signing in pulling costumes warming up and prepping costume? 6:30 7:00 ? And is there enough time to change in and out of costume and basics? It seems like a rather short time for breaks

[@audreyfiguerres5712]

w.i.t.c.h. is such an underrated disney series!!

[@olivia_simone]

I haven't heard of it!!

[@Jdrbb123]

Descendants, lemonade mouth, phineas and ferb, and wizards of Waverly Place

[@olivia_simone]

Aw I used to love Wizards of Waverly Place! And I feel like Lemonade Mouth is so underrated!!

[@Amanda-xd1jk]

Why do you need like 8 basics under costumes? Do you constantly change out of costumes? I thought they stayed in the same outfits at the restaurants and stuff? Are you allowed to keep your gifts from familys in character dining, and are face characters allowed to keep them too? Thats cool!!

[@GigiTheWaitress]

Sounds so fun!

[@olivia_simone]

It was a blast! It was such a unique job!

[@partofambersworld2370]

My favourite Disney Channel Show of all time is Hannah Montana.

[@olivia_simone]

I still listen to those songs 😂

[@juddy219]

I love your stories Olivia

[@broadwaygoat7687]

I love to watch Liv and Maddie, but my all time favorite Disney Channel production is the High School Musical Series, especially the first one! Also, your Disney videos have really helped me through quarantine! Thank you for posting! Can you maybe make another video of crazy Disney stories?

[@olivia_simone]

The High School Musicals are SO good! aw I'm so glad you're enjoying my content! And I'll try to think of some!

[@jorgegutierrezabdo]

I recently saw the Descendants trilogy it was better than I expected with a good inclusive message

[@olivia_simone]

Reeeeally?? I haven't seen any of those! I'll check em out

[@lijohnyoutube101]

My tweens LOVE Descendants!

[@princessmollyx]

GIRL THUMPER I am cacklingggg its Miss Bunny!! Hahah

[@olivia_simone]

I've never seen those movies so I only know her as the girl that goes with Thumper 😂😂😂

[@princessmollyx]

@@olivia_simone it's all good I hung out with Miss Bunny for Earth Day/ DAKS 20th last year and someone called out for Chip and Dale

[@olivia_simone]

Molly H stop it 😂😂😂😂

[@princessmollyx]

@@olivia_simone I was thoroughly confused, yet not in the least bit surprised

[@Melodeeb]

I love your shirt. Where can I get it?

[@iwasmidnightrain]

I’m a huge Ducktales fan 😃

[@nathanc5789]

Spring Advantage 2012 entertainment. Friends with Eric, Tigger, a few other fur! I feel old!

[@datt7398]

i forgot that you had the bigger mouthed mickey instead of the new ish small cartoony mickey . not sure wich ones my favourite probably both lol. wich one do you prefer :)

[@olivia_simone]

I think Mickey looks good pre and post face lift!

[@datt7398]

Ok

[@laurenelizabeth405]

Favorite Disney Channel shows: Hannah Montana, Wizards of Waverly Place, and Girl Meets World - there so many other shows that I love though!! Favorite Disney Channel movies: HSM and HSM 2 obvi. I would add HSM 3 but that’s not technically a Disney Channel movie😂

[@olivia_simone]

YES LOVE ALL OF THESE!!!

[@NickBeast-gy2es]

What if a costume is already taken from wardrobe? Do you wait until the costume gets returned or do you take another costume?

[@olivia_simone]

Nick Beast1330 it’s kind of like shopping at a store - there’s a few of everything!

[@camerynalyssa5618]

So for the DCP, can you only do non-face characters?

[@olivia_simone]

It’s possible to be cast as a face character on the DCP!!

[@cynthiar1933]

I've missed watching your videos! 💖🏰

[@olivia_simone]

Yay! I'm so glad you like my content!

[@SteveGaming28281]

Wait which characters did you play

[@lisa-vh7pl]

Can I ask is it true that if a face characters real name is revealed do they lose there jobs xx

[@katelyngolembiewski2503]

Good Luck Charlie and Tangled

[@olivia_simone]

Love both of those!

[@niceguycal]

Love your videos. I do have a two part question, one do you still remember your characters autograph signing and as a cast member, did anyone ask for your autograph? Another awesome video

[@olivia_simone]

I do still remember the autographs, and no they did not!

[@StealthheartDraws]

You were Piglet?!!?!?!? Oh my goodness I love you

[@JoshuaNicholas650]

Can you cross train character performer with character attendant or other roles?

[@olivia_simone]

Sometimes! I don't know how common it is though

[@CaliforniaGirl49]

I was in DLRCP spring 2020 and it lasted 2 months but I really wish I got to stay longer

[@olivia_simone]

I’m so sorry it got cut short :(

[@tjewels7512]

i love this! I have a question, do you have to write with a certain hand to hang out with a certain character? Ex; only right handed for Mickey, only left handed for Minnie?

[@olivia_simone]

Nope! Performers can write with either hand!!