An ex-Jack Sparrow Spills on Life at the Magic Kingdom

Thanks to Patti for bringing my attention to this fascinating story. It is told by an ex-Jack Sparrow character at Disneyland. You somehow sympathized these people (and Disney cast members in general) for the tough regiment they are put under, and yet, are still required to create magic for the guests.

One problem about playing a character at Disneyland is that you are the Hollywood of the park. For the most part, ride operators and the people making the food love the characters, and they treat them like royalty. But the leads—the park’s assistant managers—every character had problems with them. The smallest rule broken, they call upper management and complain.

Still, a fascinating read, and gives you some idea of what these character cast members have to put up with, and we haven't even mentioned the weather.

Zz.