DISNEY Q&A | Height Requirements, Accent Training, Villain Roles and more!

[@lydiamoore9236]

every time I watch one of ur vids I’m just mesmerized by ur eyeshadow the whole time

[@kenziemacbrown]

Haha thanks Lydia! I hadn't been creative with my makeup in a while so I went a little crazy with it!

[@Allisonmarie567]

lydia yes! True!! 😂

[@TheMeggraceler]

lmao SAME

[@clikkie240]

X2

[@chillimsock4634]

IKR

[@MissaStar]

Not sure if someone ever mentioned this but nationality is not the same as race or ethnicity. Nationality is the country where you hold citizenship. I'm an American citizen but my ethnic heritage is Chinese and Norwegian. Just wanted to clarify. Love your videos!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thanks Melissa, appreciate the clarification!

[@Lexidoodle24]

LOVE the question about people of color. As a black girl, it makes me really sad that I have such slim opportunities for face characters because that is what I have wanted to do my entire life. I won't let that discourage me from auditioning though! I plan to start auditioning this summer, as I graduate in December and I would love to start working at WDW right afterwards. I'm planning on getting braids this summer as well and I'm a bit scared that that hairstyle will deter me from getting a role. Is that a legitimate concern to have?

[@kenziemacbrown]

Your hair definitely will not prevent you from getting a role! Most of the costuming for performer roles include wearing wigs so no worries there! And I agree with you, it's really sad. I could relate to so many different princesses growing up because they all looked like me. As a kid I never thought about how it's not like that for everyone. I think Disney is doing a better job of adding characters to include more performers (even by adding Elena and Moana a year or two ago) and I truly hope they continue to in the future!

[@Lexidoodle24]

oh thank you, good to know! I was scared that some would see it as "unprofessional." I'm so excited to see what characters of color Disney adds! It would be so so cool if you could start to meet the Blank Panther characters soon!

[@M7ri3ll3]

girl I feel you

[@i_strawberri_judi9225]

Do you sing or dance? What kind of character or role are you seeking.? They also hire for cruise ships and other parks all over. There is an audition for the cruise line coming up that specifies a preference for color. Check it! 😊

[@Randomperson-fr1qg]

Alexis Whitted You’re super pretty! You look like you would make a good princess Tiana.

[@Gamecockinnc1]

When I saw Wicked on Broadway in January I was thrilled the actress playing Glinda (Brittney Johnson) was black. Though how sad that it’s 2020 and we are just seeing these changes. We must do better as society. I will also share that Brittney Johnson is amazing.

[@kale3563]

I remember one time my 4 year old sister was walking away from Ariel and said loudly to my mom "Wow her tail almost looked actually real!" and we just stared in shock lmaoo

[@kenziemacbrown]

Haha kids saying stuff like that I totally get, when it comes from parents - that's the real shocker!

[@kelseelarue]

I suggest getting either the Disneyland or world app for anyone looking to meet characters! It’ll tell you their exact location and set times ☺️

[@kenziemacbrown]

I didn't even know they had one! Thanks for letting me know! I'm sure I'll be using it all the time!

[@oliviataylor9316]

Yes! That app was really helpful when I was last in Disney World, and it’s great to get the wait times for rides!

[@kelseylareau8292]

we have the same name 😮

[@AnyssaMakesMagic]

For the person who asked where to meet Aladdin and Jasmine, they are often right outside fairytale hall where you can meet three princesses at a time. I️ hope they see this

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you so much for the tip! It's good to know that they've moved!

[@macayla3183]

At Disney world? No they meet in Adventureland currently by the magic carpet ride!

[@AnyssaMakesMagic]

Macayla I️ was talking about Disneyland in California, but I’d love to meet them by the magic carpet rides if I️ got to go to WDW

[@macayla3183]

Anyssa Martinez oh gotcha! Yes they’re super sweet to meet!

[@MissBrittneyAnn1218]

you kind of remind me of veronica from Riverdale

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you!! I actually did a Camilla Mendes/Veronica Lodge makeup tutorial a few videos back!

[@emmagardner5320]

missbrittneyann but she's way nicer than Veronica, veronica can be a little annoying

[@jessicabridges5597]

@@kenziemacbrown I was just about to type this!!

[@awesomeunicorn3280]

Ikrrrrrr

[@scarletteb7382]

Your eyeshadow is absolutely STUNNING

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so sweet! Thanks Scarlette! :)

[@patrickwentzell4638]

@@kenziemacbrownI love hour long videos so you can make them however long you want could you do accents and if you have which ones were they I currently am job searching now wish me luck on my looking for something

[@bisforbrittney]

Wait so if the character you were selected for wasn’t on the listing you responded to...how insanely excited were you when they started putting you in the costume/makeup during the last round of auditions and realized it was your dream character?!

[@kenziemacbrown]

BEYOND excited! I wanted to talk about that in the "My Disney Experience" video I made but I couldn't figure out how to explain everything while maintaining character integrity. When they went down the row telling the girls what costumes they would be put in I was the last person they told and I was the only one selected in that role. I literally FaceTimed my mom after everything and started sobbing! That moment alone was a complete dream come true.

[@danidanichopper]

I love your videos! You’re so sweet and informative! On the villains being alive question, I asked Gaston once how he survived his 100 ft fall and he went into this long story about how he did a magnificent swan dive into the lake below. It was hilarious and amazing! So glad I found your channel and I can’t wait to see what you do next:)

[@dance31115]

girl youre makeup!! you are beyond stunning and your makeup skills are amazing! not to mention your voice is so soothing and your smile is so beautiful. I can see why you hung out with princesses!

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so nice, thank you so much! I try really hard to speak slowly and clearly (as best I can) because I normally talk super fast and sometimes slur my words together. So thank you, that's a huge compliment! I've tried really hard to be better and more intentional about it! 😊

[@daliatorres1101]

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[@anightmarebeforechristmas5585]

Thank you for answering my question, a lot of people would've avoided talking about it so I really do appreciate it. I love you, and your videos. You are a beacon of positivity, and I really admire you. X have a great day!

[@kenziemacbrown]

anightmarebeforechristmas I honestly almost didn’t because I know with that you’re kinda damned if you do damned if you don’t. I do think it’s something that should definitely be discussed though! I would see some performers have role combos like Snow White and Jasmine and that just doesn’t make sense to me. I know I have zero knowledge or influence when it comes to casting, but I think they should hire more performers that fit those nationalities. I will say its not all of the performers, like I would say it’s maybe 50/50 from what I see now and it used to be worse. I do hope they’re getting better at it but you’re right, it should be addressed! Thank you for having the courage to ask the question in the first place 💗

[@KendraCus]

I can NEVER find info about being the Sally from Nightmare as a face character! If you could respond with any info you might know, that would be awesome! Xoxx

[@elise6970]

Yess I would love to also see the heights for Inside out and zootopia characters

[@emilym891]

I think she’s only there at Halloween and Christmas so a seasonal performer probably covers her ‘-‘

[@RetroAli]

I love your videos, thank you for this! I love how you answered the question about Ariel preferring being a human or mermaid haha. I've been to WDW twice (for high school band performances) and my one big regret is not meeting Ariel because she's my favorite character, so hopefully one day I will! If you're a kid or adult, it doesn't matter how old you are to meet your favorite characters.

[@kenziemacbrown]

I hope you get to meet her someday! She's always been my favorite character and I'm still excited about seeing her in Disneyland!

[@koolkitty108]

Funny you mentioned band... I’m going there in a few weeks for a band performance. 😬

[@AshleyVerna]

I was so excited for this video since you asked on instagram if you should keep the video at 28 minutes. YES PLEASE! I'm so excited you did. Your makeup looks gorgeous. Are you wearing the tarte girl boss lashes? I've been wanting to try them since they look so beautiful on you but I've never applied false lashes in my life. I can't wait for your Disneyland videos. Have a wonderful week!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Haha I tried to cut out as much rambling as possible without getting rid of any of the questions. I would bet they're probably those lashes. I just keep a stash of them and I typically just grab whatever is closest to me. But those have been my favorite lately! Learning how to put on false lashes is tough, but once you do it a few times you start to get the hang of it.

[@ashleynicole4671]

I feel like you are one of the sweetest most genuine youtubers out there. Love watching your videos, Kenzie.

[@kenziemacbrown]

Ashley you are so nice!! Thank you so much! I really enjoy making different types of videos so it makes me happy knowing other people enjoy watching them too ☺️

[@Brynewwin]

The question about people of color not being cast made me tear up! There was recently an audition for Jasmine, Poca, and Tiana and a lot of the girls were Caucasian. It’s always a little discouraging to see them make it over POC (but that’s not saying I am not happy for them, because I 100% am!). I completely agree with your answer. Disney has done so well in incorporating so many more ethnicities/races in their characters in the past decade and I hope they decide to cast performers of the same ethnicity/race soon.

[@alexandram.2714]

Nope, we don't don't see villains dying, we see them falling...or see Scar getting jumped on by hyenas..or see Rapunzel's witch caretaker turn very old, fall form a tower and turn to dust.. xD

[@kenziemacbrown]

Hey, it's a theory! Haha

[@8lavenderrose8]

Or see the guy from Tarzan get caught in the vines or the priest from hunchback fall to lava so nope they didn't die

[@foxtatertot]

Don't forget Scar gets engulfed by flames, as well!

[@AmberL4565]

I love how positive, friendly, and nice you are! Your buddies just put me in such a good mood, happy I found you

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so nice! Thank you so much Amber!! I realize that there's so much negativity on KZbin and I don't need to be contributing to it. I'm so thankful my videos could help! :)

[@AmberL4565]

kenziemacbrown I don’t know why it put buddies lol but thank you for responding! I would of loved to meet you as which ever character you played at Disney, I bet you made an amazing princess and again thanks for such positive fun content

[@katyaochoa]

You're amazing! Your videos are always so much fun. Thank you for the shout out you're so sweet. It's funny that you mentioned villains because when I was growing up I was obsessed with villains which annoyed my mom. I loved hades and maleficent and the wicked witch of the west. When I was in kindergarten I wanted to be Merriweather because she liked blue so my mom had to turn my wicked witch costume into a blue Merriweather costume. I wish they would do hunchback characters and Hercules characters at Disney they are two of my favorite Disney films. Or princess diaries or Enchanted. And if they make a third princess diaries film that would be amazing! We're about 50 days away from our wedding and I'm finishing up different DIY crafts. I put hidden mickeys on my shoes and veil. I feel like if we ever met we'd be great friends :). Anyway I hope you are doing well and I hope you have a wonderful week.

[@kenziemacbrown]

Haha that's awesome your mom made your Merriweather costume! I wish they would bring back the Hunchback and Hercules characters too! They bring out the Hercules characters every once in a while at Disney World. And I've seen Esmerelda at Disney Tokyo! I didn't know you were getting married! Congrats! I'm so excited for you! I hope the whole planning process goes smoothly!

[@katyaochoa]

kenziemacbrown thank you. Yeah I'm getting married on May 11th. It's a Japanese and Disney/Tangled themed wedding. I've made the majority of the decorations with the help of some of my friends. Each centerpiece is a different Disney movie and has items that represent that movie. I made an origami wall for the ceremony space. It's been a bit stressful but I'm so proud of everything that I've made and I can't wait to show it off to friends and family.

[@avaglass6824]

Katya S that is so creative! you sound like an amazing person i hope everything goes well for you!

[@katyaochoa]

Ava Glass thank you so very much :)

[@gracie140]

I have never thought about the villain thing omg that makes so much sense!! I've always wondered why they're still at Disney even if they died, but what you said makes so much sense. My mind is blown lol Also, I can't stop looking at your makeup, it's so gorgeous. I cried when I met Cinderella because I had been waiting pretty much since I was two, so about 16 years. Cinderella asked me what my birthday wish was and I told her it was to meet her and I swear she almost cried as well! For ages, I've been debating the program because I suffer from anxiety and the thing you said about your anxiety not being super prevalent when you're working honestly just boosted my confidence a million times. I was so worried about my anxiety getting in the way, that's the only thing stopping me. I would LOVE to be a character attendant and to be on the program, so here's hoping

[@kenziemacbrown]

It literally popped into my head as I thought about the question, but it's so true! Luckily I was never put on the spot with that question, but if you really think about it we don't see them die! And your Cinderella story is so sweet! I always tell people that these characters aren't strangers to us, they're like family we've grown up with and so it makes total sense for us to be emotional meeting them! I will be 100% honest, there were days where I still felt anxious and depressed. Being there won't completely cure it. BUT I feel like being in the sunshine and truly loving my job helped my anxiety so much! I think if you love Disney you can't help but love your job and that will just boost your mood so much! I hope you get to do the program! Worst case - if you get there and you realize it's not for you then you can always end your program early!

[@mynamo12]

inredlipsticks It’s been a year, how’s everything?

[@kassidyholdridge4225]

Omg Kenzie as a villain?? 😱 that’s so surprising! I love it though, she’d do awesome at it 💓

[@kenziemacbrown]

Haha it would be SO much fun! If there was ever a chance where they had Yzma in the parks that would be the dream!

[@kassidyholdridge4225]

kenziemacbrown or even Edna!! (Even though she’s not technically a villain)

[@bigalsadventures3560]

Gah your videos are literally the best. And the fact that you take time to respond to everyone makes me admire you even more! But seriously I always love to hear what you have to say, your stories and tips and the fact that you maintain character integrity. A lot of these questions were ones I’ve been curious about so I’m glad you kept this video nice and long. You’re literally my favorite ahh! Also is that how your hair dries naturally? If it is, it’s gorgeous! And speaking from experience, when I went earlier this month I freaked out when I met Ariel, Belle, Goofy and Donald and I’m 22 hahaha. Disney has no age limit!! Thanks for this awesome video xoxo

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thanks Allie! Honestly responding to the comments is my favorite part! I feel like everyone totally gets my love for Disney and it's so cool for me to share that with you guys! Haha I tried to make it as short as possible without getting rid of any questions, but sometimes long videos are kinda nice! And yes, it is! I honestly don't do much with it most days because it air dries so well, I feel very lucky! Haha oh girl, I know I'm going to be freaking out when I go see those characters at Disneyland too!

[@ashleyarmstrong8479]

I think one thing that has really amplified my love for Disney is knowing so many great people (like you) have worked or currently work for them. There's something really neat about learning about the inner workings of something so broad and magical and it's wonderful people like you that make every aspect of Disney so magical! I hope you have a great rest of the week!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thanks Ashley!!

[@froggo1405]

I always remember the characters I met being SO GOOD at making it more believable. When I was at Disney world as a kid I asked tinker bell to fly, and she said something like “this room is a little small for me to fly in, I’d need more space to fly! I also wouldn’t wanna get all my pixie dust everywhere!”

[@michelleandio5433]

I love your videos so much! I appreciate how positive and creative all of your content is! You inspired me to apply to the Disney College Program and I'll be moving to Anaheim this coming June for Fall Advantage and I wanted to let you know how these videos made a difference in my life. Thank you for everything :)

[@Haysalto]

I loved this video, it was really informative and interesting! Gosh I just love your energy and enthusiasm for Disney and making people of all ages happy and letting them enjoy the experience, you’re truly amazing! :)

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so sweet, thank you! I think some people are still nervous to show how much they love Disney because they're not a kid. So one of my goals is to show people that adults can still have fun at Disney too!

[@emmaclaire17]

This is the first video of yours that I've watched, and I'm in love! You seem so positive and full of good energy and you can tell just how much you love Disney. I'm off to binge your videos and dream about working for Disney one day!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you so much Emma, you are so sweet!

[@UrFavBrunetteAddison]

a 30 minute video from kenzie today was much needed!! love this!! hope you’re doing great love💓

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you so much Olivia! I hope you're doing well too! I've actually been doing wonderful recently! I was feeling super anxious and depressed at the beginning of the year and I think I'm finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel 😊

[@UrFavBrunetteAddison]

kenziemacbrown that’s amazing!! mine has been a little bit rough but i’ve been trying to get it under control lately and it is slowly but surely getting better!! it’s great to know i’m not alone:)

[@ColumineMiette]

As for sharing stories with other performers, that's a fantastic idea because Cinderella will know the same story that she told someone yesterday, if you catch my drift.

[@mckenzieblystone7297]

Your makeup is SO BEAUTIFUL today, Kenzie! I love it! Thanks for keeping my Tuesdays entertaining!!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you so much Mckenzie!! I haven't felt very creative lately so I went a tad crazy! Haha

[@mckenzieblystone7297]

kenziemacbrown *Hans' voice* I love crazy! Haha but seriously, the entire video, I couldn't stop staring at the eyeshadow. It definitely makes your eyes pop!

[@cherrysoda88]

Great questions! I love hearing the insights from your performer perspective, we as guests don´t get to know how it´s like for you working with a charachter very often, very interesting video!

[@IvyWinter]

Awesome to see such behind the scenes insight. Also your makeup is on POINT!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thanks girl! I was feeling creative! Haha

[@cassiesalazar3587]

so interesting! btw your voice is so sweet. like it's so soothing I dont understand hahah. Love you and your videos!!!! you seem like you would fit right into Disneyland! You make so many videos about Disney, maybe you should consider going back since you seem to love it so much. Remember it's always okay to go back doing something you love, if that's who you are, then do it. ALSO, makeup on POINT! I could never pull off red/pink lipstick lol. Love you so much!!!!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Haha thank you! I normally talk pretty fast so I try to speak slower and clearer in my videos - it's a work in progress! When I decided to start posting videos on my channel I knew I was 100% sure I didn't want to go back. At this point because people know who I am, it would break character integrity if I were to go back. Understandably, I don't think the company likes their employees to self-promote and get a following on social media based off of the fact they work for Disney (and all the photo ops that follow). As much as I loved my job that was a different stage in my life and I'm happy with where I'm at now. I completely understand what you're saying, and there are days when I wonder if I should go back, but then I remember why I left. I didn't see myself with the company in the long-run and it didn't make sense to avoid the inevitable.

[@cassiesalazar3587]

you were Ariel right? I've never seen you there, but thats probably because I hardly get to go because it's so expensive lol. I love Disney tho!!! maintenance/janitorial are amazing!!! the park is so freaking clean!!!!!! it's like baffling how clean it is lol

[@SB-jp3rr]

Your makeup looks so pretty!!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you so much Becca!

[@VenhedisKaffas]

Lol, Tinkerbell: The queen of sass :p I have some kind of crazy dream of playing Rapunzel one day because she has been my favourite character for a very long time. (crazy dream XD) but I can't even audition. I live in the Netherlands and I fear leaving home so I don't think I could go live in America. Especially since that would really upset my family and friends. I'm at least trying to save up money to one day visit Disney World (I really want to go on Dapper day :p). It sounds so magical. I just started watching these video's and they're really good!

[@kenziemacbrown]

I hope you get to visit Disney World some day! I know Disneyland Paris will host auditions in Europe, maybe you could work there instead! I'm sure it's a lot closer :)

[@tinacirincione6458]

do you look at disney differently after being a past cast member?

[@kenziemacbrown]

Yes, I would say I do. Not in a bad way though. But I'm really grateful to go as a guest now! I was worried it would ruin the magic but it almost makes it more fun!

[@melliissam.3746]

Former cast member here... totally see Disney different

[@laurendaugherty364]

Hi Kenzie thank you for this wonderful video!!! I love your long videos they are my favorite! I’m going to Disney World on Wednesday and I’m beyond excited!!! ❤️ can’t wait for more of your Disney videos in the future!!!! ❤️

[@veronicadominguez9738]

I love your videos so much! Whether they’re about Disney, makeup, or life, I always find them so entertaining and they put me in such a great mood!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you so much Veronica! That is such a great compliment to receive! The greatest goal I could ever achieve is by making other people's lives brighter with my channel :)

[@honeyquarius2480]

Beauty and the Beast’s story takes place in France. Do the performers have to speak french ?

[@brennalee8709]

I did an Elsa cosplay for a Christmas parade, and someone asked me where my crown was, so I ran through Let It Go and reminded him that I threw it away 😂 The stuff you gotta come with....I had lots of magical excuses when I was a cast member at the Disney Store lol.

[@alekscamarena2599]

Were there ever any people that you recognized that came regularly to see Ariel? Like passholders who liked to visit Ariel? Love your videos and hope you’re having a great day!

[@kenziemacbrown]

I feel like Disneyland gets a lot more passholders than Disney World does, but there were a few guests I saw multiple times! I knew some of them from Instagram and would see them in the parks every once in a while. I don't know if there were any that loved Ariel in particular, there was one guy who one of the performers named "King Fargus" because he would visit Merida ALL the time. But those guests were pretty rare! They might come all the time and we might just not know it because we see so many guests.

[@Belizabeth714]

I’ve just started watching your videos recently and love them! You seem sooo genuine and nice, definitely one of my new favorite KZbinrs. I’m 25 and love Disney so I relate to you so much! My husband and I are taking are (will be almost 3 at the time) son to Disney next February and your videos are just so fun to watch and make me so excited to go and share the Disney magic with my son!

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so sweet, thank you! Oh my gosh you're going to have so much fun with him! I can't wait to have kids someday and see Disney through their eyes.

[@tarynwyss1635]

aladdins oasis, the place you were mentioning to meet aladdin and jasmine, is currently a meet for moana!! shes very fun to interact with! also for the person going, i would suggest downloading the Disneyland app since it has character meet times and locations!! :) hope that helps! great video kenzie

[@kenziemacbrown]

I didn't know that - thanks for the tip! I didn't know Disneyland had an app either, I thought it was just Disney World! I'll definitely be using that while I'm there!

[@BriannaJazmin]

I’ve never been to DCA & I wish I had gone before Aladdin’s Oasis was axed 😢 Aladdin & Jasmine are my favorite couple

[@tarynwyss1635]

BriannaJazmin do you mean the musical show?? yeah that was a really fun thing to do!! I haven't seen the frozen one in person yet but most seem to enjoy it! :)

[@CarInTheGarage78]

Recently found your channel and I'm loving it! I've been binge watching your videos for the past two days :) I'm only 20 but we have the same birthday! So cool! So glad I found your channel :)

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you so much Caaryn! It's a great birthday to have! But I'm kinda biased! Haha

[@CarInTheGarage78]

Haha it sure is! I had a childhood friend with the same birthday as us as well, and I think no matter when your birthday is it's even better when you get to share it with someone!

[@ilinzrh]

Your videos alwayssss make me so happy! I miss going to Disney and probably can't go in awhile so I just live my dreams thru you :( Thank you for always being amazing. And you're beautiful!! 💗

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you so much Ili for always leaving the nicest comments on my videos and Instagram posts! I really appreciate it!

[@lexiesnewdream5374]

What an informative video!! I could listen to you talk about this stuff all day long! I’ll be doing the college program starting in August, and I was really upset that I was unable to make it to an audition. Based on what you said (and the Disney auditions website) though, I probably wouldn’t have gotten pulled anyways because of my height!! Thanks for answering so many questions!

[@kenziemacbrown]

I'm so excited you get to do the college program!! You're going to have so much fun! I did the fall program and I absolutely loved it, it was so much fun being there during the Halloween and Christmas parties!

[@lexiesnewdream5374]

kenziemacbrown I’ve never been to Disney for Christmas, so I’m super stoked about that!! Thanks for the reply!!

[@marbleszebra8374]

I think my favorite snack I have found at disney is right outside the Lion King show in Animal Kingdom. Its a kart that sells roasted corn with butter and curry powder. Probably the best corn I have ever had in my life

[@kenziemacbrown]

That sounds SO good! I love finding new snacks (other than the typical Mickey Ice Cream bars). I loved getting the mac and cheese with breadcrumbs at Friar Tuck's in Fantasyland (Magic Kingdom) too! But Animal Kingdom has TONS of good food!

[@marbleszebra8374]

My family and I used to get the Mickey bars almost every day we went there! We just went back a few weeks ago, and it was so much fun exploring the parks for new karts with unique foods:)

[@allie4680]

This was such a fun video!! You have no idea how excited and happy I was to see this is in my stream! Thank you for making my day :)

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so sweet!! Thank you so much! I'm so glad my videos made your day :)

[@lubeeluonline]

Thank you for such an informative video. I’m a performing arts teacher in the uk & I’ve had a few students work in Disneyland Paris. They never believe me when I tell them about character integrity & keeping the magic alive! Paris have a great languages program for cast members to help them understand all the guests who visit.

[@kenziemacbrown]

That's so cool! Haha yes character integrity is a thing. That's neat they have a languages program!

[@Marr-in-Memphis]

I “discovered” your channel after my first trip to WDW. When I was packing for my trip, I wasn’t excited about meeting characters because I’m an senior-aged adult & had the false idea that it was childhood foolishness. Once I arrived & Mickey hugged me, I was addicted to character meeting. It is like stepping backward into my youth & being part of the magic of animated cartoons. For a while, I could forget “adulting” & enjoy the bliss of make-believe once again. I adore watching your videos. They are always cheerful & bring fun into my day. Keep up the great work. Looking forward to your upcoming Disneyland videos! This may be an odd question, but I am wondering if there is separate casting for being cast as the characters who ride on the floats in parades (or in the Fantasmic production) versus the face characters in specific park locations (like the grotto)? If you are appearing on a float, when the parade ends, do you go have “meetings in the grotto” or in the “Fairytale Hall?” What do the parade performers do for the rest of their shift? In other words, are parade performers double cast for various times of the day? Did YOU ever have the opportunity to ride in a parade as a character?

[@kenziemacbrown]

Awww thank you so much Maryellen! I remember you talking about visiting WDW in October and how much fun you had meeting the characters! I'm so glad you were able to create magical memories during your visit! So to answer your question - most of the parade performers (from what I've noticed) are casted out of the group of performers they already have. So I believe you would only qualify if you were already trained and working as a performer in a meet and greet setting. But yes, for most performers after they are done in the parades they may continue performing in a different location for the remainder of their shift. And no, I didn't have the chance to perform in parades. But I REALLY loved meet and greets!

[@stillnotstill]

Marr Blankenship such a sweet reminder we can enjoy childlike wonder at any age. I really loved reading your comment ❤️

[@jeni63286914]

Ahhh I love these videos 💛💛 just moved out recently (for the first time) and I love watching these sit down and talking videos so it feels like I’m not alone 😂😂

[@kenziemacbrown]

That is such a big life step! I remember moving across the country to Florida was so overwhelming at first. I promise it'll get easier with time!

[@whutzat]

The weather (the heat) would be my LEAST favorite part of working at Disney parks.

[@kenziemacbrown]

That's why I left in June! Haha

[@BriannaJazmin]

I love these longer videos! I like to listen to you when I’m at work 😊 It’s awesome being able to hearing your experiences & perspective of Disney as a former CM & as a guest. I appreciate what you had to say about the casting of minorities to fill the few face character roles currently available. All the best, Brianna

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thanks! It was so fun for me to visit WDW as a guest in October and it was actually super fun! I was worried that it wouldn't be (after working there) but I was pleasantly surprised! Thank you! It's obviously not something easy to talk about, but if no one does then we're just condoning it. I do think they've gotten better, and I would say there's a fair amount of performers who do fit those roles. So it's good to see improvement!

[@samanthasoltis3800]

Guests reactions to characters and being so loved and giving so many hugs to little nugs all day long was my favorite too! This video makes me miss working there so much! Lysm😊

[@kenziemacbrown]

I know, why can't every job be like that? Haha

[@annabellharris8300]

i've seen so many people on youtube like lying about disney and stuff but your one of the most honest people i've seen in a while

[@kenziemacbrown]

You're so sweet! Thank you! I really appreciate it! I try to keep everything as positive and honest as I can. There were some things I really didn't like about working for Disney, but a lot of it was just personal experience and doesn't need to be shared all over the internet! Haha

[@ScreamingNeonDinosau]

I love your eye makeup! It's gorgeous

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you!

[@nessierey6721]

Love this!! Oh and over here in DLP it seems they don’t really care and it‘s not required to have the exact movie accent... like I‘ve met „british“, „Australian“, French“ or „german“ accents with Face performers when spending time with the characters... and it didn’t matter for me because personally whenever I meet the characters the magic is REAL. I do believe they take that a lot more seriously in the American parks... dunno about Hong Kong, Shanghai and Tokyo Disneyland tho

[@emilyabdon7916]

I'm so happy I found you! I appreciate your videos and point of view, it's really refreshing! Fyi- Love your make-up on all your videos! Beautiful!

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so sweet, thank you so much Emily!! ☺️

[@alyssanicole81]

I loooove your videos!! And i was actually thinking about a question to ask, and then you answered it. Ive always loved Disney, and we went a couple months back, and I felt so funny asking my parents to go meet the characters and princesses, and standing in line getting looks from little kids was bonkers. So im super glad you talked about adults and teens coming to meet their favorite characters, and how the character could change their story and actions to suite the age of the guest. Keep up the amazing content, love from SC !❤🍭

[@sydneyedge4396]

Hi! I love your videos so much and they have been an amazing help in preparing for my upcoming Disney audition. They’re also just fun to watch and kill time! :) I was wondering if you knew what a “sculpted character” is? One of the entries on the Disney auditions website is (I think) specifically for these sculpted characters. Thank you and I hope you’re having a lovely week!

[@sammydavid3487]

What does Ariel do when she is meeting guests who don’t speak English?

[@kenziemacbrown]

She would continue to interact with them just like any other guest :)

[@deannanewman6973]

Your makeup is BEAUTIFUL ! I wore a similar look today(: ..will u do a video on being a fur character performer? And on how to become a successful makeup artist? I love your content(:

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you so much Deanna! Do you have any specific ideas for a fur performer video? I've thought about doing one in the past but I feel like I pretty much covered everything I could (without breaking character integrity) in my character performer video. But I would love to do the makeup artist video! I started off by watching KZbin videos! Haha

[@deannanewman6973]

I did love ur character performer video(: I respect so much that u keep character integrity ! I cant think of any specific questions id have for a fur character..but if u do decide to make one I'll watch it(:

[@akajol]

Off topic-your makeup is so pretty!!!

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so sweet, thank you!

[@countryrockstar2008]

I went to WDW three times as a kid and each time we made it a point to see The Little Mermaid show at MGM. I think we stayed for another performance of the play during one trip because it was so hot outside and the mist they sprayed during the ocean scenes felt SO nice! We're wisconsinites and went in the summer so it was a little bit of a shock going from Wisconsin summer in the upper 70s to FL in the 90s and 100s! 😮😂

[@HALO-hz3ck]

Hi! Ty for answering those questions they really helped me- I really want to audition to work at Disney but I'm going to be way too tall when I'm 18 so I would want to be a villain. I've been getting into cosplay lately and I love it! I think that working at Disney would be a fun job. Love your videos!

[@gillibean]

I love you Kenzie!!! You're such a sweetheart and always brighten up my day ❤️

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so sweet, thank you so much Gillian!!

[@michaelgann1184]

Hey Kenzie! I leave for my cp a month from tomorrow, and i've watched so many of your videos in preparation for being a performer. I'm so stoked and your videos have helped a bunch. Thanks :)

[@emmablunck7604]

Thank you so much for answering my question! I guess when I said “usual 5’4” it was a generalization because all of these videos I watch, people seem to hover around 5’4 and obviously that’s wayyyyy shorter than me but thank you so much and I really appreciate it!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Haha no I totally got what you were saying! ALSO I just looked at one of the most recent postings on the auditions calendar and the height range is now 5'3" to 5'8"!

[@marialmiller]

I am on spring break from school and i stumbled upon your channel and i LOVE it! I have been binge watching your videos for the past few days. Just wanted to say i love your personality and the content you are creating!

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so sweet, thank you so much Maria! I love creating videos about Disney and it makes me happy knowing other people enjoy watching them!

[@JustMandy04]

To whoever was asking about meeting Aladdin and Jasmine, the place is just inside Adventureland on the left b fore you get to Jungle Cruise, it’s called Aladdin’s Oasis. 😊 You can meet Ana and Elsa in CA adventure (inside the Animation Academy building). Characters do roam, but you can also wait in line to meet several of the princesses in one walk-through that’s between Frontierland and the castle (enter that off of the main hub). Hope that helps! (Disneyland annual pass holder here) hope you enjoy your trip!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thanks for the tips! It's super helpful!!

[@marleyjustus]

I love your eye makeup!! & now I’m more confident in my height knowing I can be a princess 💗💗

[@lostgirlcosplay14]

As someone who struggles with body image issues I'm glad to hear they have a wide verity for costumes. I may be going to audition for the Frozen Sing A Long in May and needed so encouragement

[@kenziemacbrown]

Go for it! I think the best thing you could do is at least do everything you can on your end (such as going to auditions). I was nervous about going to auditions but I still went because I knew I would never get casted if I didn't go

[@777hobo777]

I remember once seeing a clearly non-Asian girl playing Mulan at Epcot Center and it really bothered me since Mulan is my absolute favorite character ever. I will never understand how she was cast in that role.

[@LaraAkalUMN]

Yay!! I was super looking forward to this, and I love hearing your responses! This makeup look is sooo stellar!! I have a few q's of my own!: Did you get many chances to interact with other characters while you and your character were on? And if so, did your character ever plan things to say with the other characters or was a lot of it improv'd on the spot, or a mix of both? Did Ariel ever get to meet guests with Prince Eric during your time at WDW, or any other characters from her story? I know that Flounder, Sebastian, and maybe even Max or Chef Louis sometimes make very rare appearances, so I too wonder if they ever were out while you worked there! I'm also really glad you touched on the issue of diversity and I absolutely agree with you. It's sad when ethnically diverse characters have to get white-washed. It's never completely in the character performers' control when it comes to casting, even if it ends up disappointing many people because it's not so great for representation when there's so few roles that exist that aren't white. In many cases, I'm sure the performers have mixed thoughts on it as well. I too hope it'll improve in the future, and I'm happy that in recent times there have been more characters from many varieties of backgrounds! Also, I just wanna say thank you for all you do on here and thanks for the shout-out! I often feel like I write way too much in the comments since the topics you talk about are so interesting and I love sharing my thoughts, so I really appreciate that you don't mind my rambling 😂you are too sweet! ❤️Thanks again for the great video, Kenzie!

[@kenziemacbrown]

So when I was spending time with King Louie he would hang out with Baloo and that was always super fun! I also got to hang out with Mrs. Incredible one night and she was at the Incredibles Dance Party with Frozone and Mr. Incredible. But other than that I wasn't there when Ariel started meeting with Prince Eric unfortunately. I would've loved that! And I love reading your comments! I know you put a lot of time and thought into them and it means a lot to me!

[@LaraAkalUMN]

Aw, that sounds like it must’ve been a great time! Like a mini-reunion of characters from their own stories! 😍

[@claudiaabou]

we’re birthday twins!!! also ur so beautiful and i love ur videos. i just started watching and i’m so glad i found your channel :)

[@kylecunningham6651]

You’re so pretty omg !! I love Disney and I love watching your videos and I hope your Disney trip coming up is fantastic 😊

[@beccabe57]

ive never even been to disney but your videos are so fun to listen to!! we love the long ones so keep em coming!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you so much!

[@carolyngracemarie]

7:20 ahh thank you so much for asking my question!!! I love your videos so much, also you are so gorgeous! 💓💓💓 kisses!

[@kenziemacbrown]

You're welcome! Sorry it took me like a month to reply!

[@rachelt9166]

Aww your makeup is extra pretty in this video! So excited for your future videos, both Disney and makeup related ones! Hehe have a good week ahead as always 💓

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you so much Rachel! You are so nice!

[@emmagardner5320]

My fav characters I ever met were the step sisters Anastasia was so great she knew every single possible detail about every Cinderella movies she was a lot of fun

[@cassypaule594]

loved loved loved this video! I have been watching your videos for a while now and all of them have helped me prepare so so so so much! I love your positive attitude and I hope you have an amazing week!!

[@kenziemacbrown]

I'm so glad they could help!! That was truly the goal with my channel - to create videos that help other people be successful in their Disney dreams too! And thanks! I hope you have a wonderful week too :)

[@jesysmoot2564]

This was so helpful thanks so much! Best video on this topic I have seen!!! Love your Vids and your makeup!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thanks Jessica! I'm glad it was helpful!

[@athena181]

I could listen to you talk for hours! Loved this :)

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so sweet, thank you so much Athena! I feel like I ramble WAY too much so this is a huge compliment!

[@katherinepinnell1218]

Thank you so much for making this video & thank you for answering my question!! I love videos like this!! You’re the best! Love ya! 💖

[@kenziemacbrown]

You're so welcome! Sorry it took me a month to answer it! Haha

[@Dahmen86]

I have recently found you channel and I love your videos!! Even though I never plan on working for Disney I still love watching your content. Keep up the good work and I will enjoy watching your channel grow!

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so sweet, thank you so much!!

[@katiehudson-smith9931]

I just now found your channel and I love it! I am trying to catch up and piece together information so forgive me if I ask something that you have explained before. Did you apply for the Disney College Program and then go to a audition they set up specifically for Disney College Program participants? Or did you go to an audition for face-characters/performers that was open to the public? Thanks

[@kenziemacbrown]

Awwww thanks! And no worries! I explain a lot of it in my first video. I went to one DCP audition, didn’t get it, and did the DCP as a character attendant. During my DCP I went to another DCP audition, a Tokyo audition and a look alike audition (in that order). I got hired full time from the look alike audition and did that for 6 months before I decided to leave the company and move back home to Seattle

[@brylandsmith1915]

kenziemacbrown You replied so quickly! How fabulous?! Thanks, that’s clarifies all that. Have a great evening.

[@cathair_the_nerd2017]

Okay awesome, that accent thing especially was really helpful!! I'm Australian so yeah, I was wondering about that. Awesome! Thanks! And the rest of the video was also really great and really helpful! Thank you for making it!

[@kenziemacbrown]

I'm so glad it was helpful! :)

[@treefrog311]

I just have to say that your makeup looks absolutely flawless and your video was so helpful!

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are so nice! Thanks Holly!

[@laurenlep6828]

your makeup is always stunning!! You know exactly how to bring out your green eyes and it looks soooo good!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thank you! I was feeling creative :)

[@ThomasEverAfter]

I love listening to you, Kenzie! Great answers and even to the more difficult questions! ~Daphne

[@xarnarappold9711]

Omg we have the same star sign!! This makes me so happy as someone who would love to be a theme park performer, and be as fantastic as you.

[@Nolongeractive442]

Omg, I found your channel yesterday, and your makeup is always so pretty! I adore Disney and I’m really interested in participating in the college Disney program. Thanks for all of awesome videos! 💜

[@kenziemacbrown]

Awww thank you! The DCP was SO much fun - I would highly recommend it!

[@philipandrews766]

Yay new vid!!! A little update on my dcp situation if you remember me lol I accepted my offer and I am just hoping for the best when I get there! I would love to be a bartender at Disney, but I'm not sure if dcp people can do that. I am vegan btw and that is mainly why I was concerned with my role in QSFB. I am now figuring out how to find a roommate! How did you find a roommate? Did you go random? Or did you post a survey of yourself online to find someone? Also, when you request a roommate or apt complex do you most of the time get it? I'd love to hear your experience! Thanks again for the great content and advice! :)

[@kenziemacbrown]

I don't think they offer the bartender role in the DCP, in fact I think that might be one of the more competitive roles even outside the program! I know it can be hard for people to get their foot in the door for dining (the waiters make a butt load of $$$) so I would assume it would be the same with bartending, but I could be wrong! For the roommate - my actual roommate from Washington State was also doing the program at the same time so we were roommates! She had friends who had previously done the program and one of them lived in our apartment too! The rest of them were random but we all got along great! If you can though, I would join a DCP fall 18 facebook group (I'm sure there's probably one) and try finding a roommate there! I think they try to do their best to accommodate everyone's requests but I don't think they'll always give you what you want. Like there were a few roommates we wanted to be paired with and we weren't. I hope that helps!

[@philipandrews766]

kenziemacbrown Thanks for the response! Yeah I figured it would be hard to get a bartender role but I'm willing to start with the dcp and see what happens after :D and I joined a fb group in hopes of finding a roommate who isn't coo coo for Cocoa Puffs! And I would love to stay at vista slay lol but I'm sure all the complexes are nice!

[@gillianharla9522]

Your makeup is flawless! So bright and beautiful! Loved this video, makes me want to apply for the college program!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Thanks Gillian! And you should totally apply! Worst case if you get accepted and decide not to go through with it you could always turn it down.

[@xocakepop]

I know this is weird probably but like I genuinely get so happy to see you upload. I'm like YES QUEEN. Hahaha. You're so likable and have such a positive aura. :)

[@kenziemacbrown]

You are the nicest person, thank you so much Mariah! I try to be positive (I feel like there's so much negativity on KZbin already I don't need to be contributing to it) so I'm glad it shows!

[@xocakepop]

kenziemacbrown Girl, you're killing it! I don't even remember how I stumbled upon your channel but I sure am glad I did. It was like I fell into a black hole one night and I binge watched everything haha. Just realized in this one we're the same age, but you seem so much more put together than I am! Way wise beyond your years. I was planning a trip to California when you had announced you were going to be going there, I was hoping it would be around the same time but sadly it's not. 😩😭 Ahhh I'm DYING to go to Disney, it's been years since I've been and so much has changed. But ahhh I can't wait to see your channel grow more and see your adventures when you visit Disney again!

[@kenziemacbrown]

Haha oh trust me, I'm not as put together as it seems! I spend a lot of days on the couch watching Netflix! That's exciting you get to go to California! Are you just going to Disneyland or are you going to different spots in California too? I really want to go to the Santa Monica Pier while we're there but we won't have enough time :(

[@xocakepop]

kenziemacbrown I'm meeting up with one of my internet friends (last year we did NYC, it was a dream.) and we are just gonna spend like a week exploring and doing random things! She wants to go to the pier, too!! It looks so fun. I wish you could fit it in, I'm hoping we can. I'm the type that wants to do everything and never sleep. Hahah! We are still unsure of whether to hit Disney or settle on Universal cos they keep upping those prices 😭

[@Jabroniville]

I don't know if I saw this one before, but this was super-fascinating. The part on accents was interesting, because I was always curious about a time I met Aurora, and she had a REALLY thick Southern accent. Like, full "Southern Belle". No other Princess had an accent (even other times I met Aurora), so I was kind of shocked that was allowed to "pass". I wonder if the rules just changed, or what? It was kind of fun, though!

[@kenziemacbrown]

I don't know if the rules changed, but I have noticed that some performers pay attention to those details better than others. There's been moments where I've gone to meet characters and the performer didn't try at all to act like the character, it was really surprising! Most performers do their best to be as authentic as possible, but it's not always the same across the board.

[@monicapierson6305]

Gearing up for more character auditions and rewatching all of your disney videos! Lots of love and I appreciate you sharing all these experiences and hope you're doing fantastic now! (still keeping up w your engagement) but trying to re-enter the disney sphere!

[@kenziemacbrown]

I hope your audition go well Monica!! I really want to create more Disney videos again - which means I should really plan a trip soon! Haha

[@emmalou1861]

Thanks for the video Kenzie! Your videos always brighten my day!