Peppa Pig Theme Park Dallas- Entertainment Performer

Merlin Entertainments•North Richland Hills, TX

12d

About The Position

Merlin Entertainments is seeking fun-loving, high-energy performers to bring Peppa Pig Theme Park – Dallas to life. This part-time role creates memorable experiences for families through mainstage shows, meet-and-greets, atmosphere entertainment, seasonal events, and special appearances. Performers may be assigned as costumed characters, dancers, character escorts, show or storytime hosts, or other entertainers, both in the park and outside it. Candidates between 5'0" and 5'2" are preferred to meet specific costume-fit requirements. Performers attend rehearsals, learn scripts, choreography, blocking, and branded characterizations, and portray characters authentically. They interact with guests, support park operations and guest service, collaborate with cast and crew, and follow performance direction, safety procedures, and park rules. The role also includes backstage and costume-related duties, maintaining physical stamina for assigned roles, and working varied shifts, including opening and closing shifts and after-hours rehearsals. Local travel may occasionally be required.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
Personable, animated, outgoing, and focused on guest service.
Demonstrated knowledge of costume character performance, escorting, and/or hosting.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Excellent time-management skills.
Ability to maintain branded character integrity or personas.
Ability to interact positively with guests and coworkers of all ages, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, languages, and abilities, including individuals with special needs.
Comfort working with or around children.
Comfort working in confined areas or in costumes for extended periods.
Ability to maintain the physical condition, stamina, and endurance needed for assigned roles.

Nice To Haves

Candidates between 5'0" and 5'2" preferred for specific costume-fit requirements.
Performance skills such as animation or miming, acting, singing, tumbling, improv, dancing, or physical comedy.
Comfort speaking on a live microphone.
Previous costume-character and/or dance experience.
Previous guest experience in a high-volume environment.
Theme park experience.
Previous experience in dance, theater, athletics, or other performance arts.
Experience participating in regular internal performance assessments.

Responsibilities

Attend rehearsals and work with performers, choreographers, directors, technical crew, costuming, stage management, and outside contractors or vendors.
Memorize scripts, lines, choreography, blocking, and branded characterizations.
Research character traits and circumstances to portray characters authentically.
Perform as a costumed character, dancer, character escort, show or storytime host, or other entertainer, as assigned.
Perform in stage shows, atmosphere entertainment, meet-and-greets, story times, dance parties, special events, and other appearances while following stage direction and show content.
Master assigned characters and perform roles within the applicable height range or as assigned.
Escort characters or host for the park by facilitating communication and interaction with guests, providing directions and park information, and speaking on a live microphone as needed.
Collaborate with cast and crew onstage and offstage, and assist with character training or rehearsals as needed.
Perform assigned shifts consistently and accept and apply performance notes, critiques, and feedback.
Maintain the physical condition, stamina, and endurance required for the assigned role.
Complete pre-show and post-show backstage duties according to the daily schedule.
Assist the Costuming or Leadership team with laundry and maintenance projects as needed.
Follow park safety and procedural directions, guest-service expectations, rules, and regulations.
Represent the park and brand with a positive attitude, high energy, and commitment to quality.
Follow green-room etiquette and care for costumes, props, and equipment; complete green-room assignments as needed.
Work varying shifts based on park hours, including opening and closing shifts and after-hours rehearsals.
Perform other duties as assigned.