Dale W. sent in this bit of news he found at Mousplanet.com regarding an upcoming open audition for Jedi at Disney in Southern California. Read on for more details.

"In early September the Club Buzz Stage shuts down for about a month for repairs to the lift mechanism and to remove all of the remaining Buzz Lightyear stage decorations. When it comes back it will once again officially be the Tomorrowland Terrace (and the restaurant will change names as well).

After its return, the stage will continue hosting live musical acts but will also be home to a new entertainment offering by the name of Jedi Training Academy. For this show young audience members will be given training in how to fight enemies using the dark side of the Force. It should be a lot of fun to have the park filled with youngsters able to actually use their glowing light sabers with skill. There will be no hope for adults surviving the day.

By the way, if you're interested in being one of the Jedi Knights offering the training the following open
casting call on August 31 was posted last week:

Union Status AGVA
Rate AGVA Featured/Principal rate
Audition Dates: Thursday, 8/31, 10:00 am
Audition Location: Debbie Reynolds Studios, 6514
Lankershim Blvd., N. Hollywood CA 91606

Synopsis: Disney Entertainment Productions is seeking actors for Jedi Training Academy, an all new interactive experience performed outdoors in Disneyland Park. Actors will portray a Jedi Master, who with the help of his young Jedi "trainees," battles a real live Star Wars villain!

Audition Note: Sign-in will begin at 9:30 am. Sides will be provided. Dress appropriately for a possible movement evaluation. Bring a current headshot and resume. Performers must be at least 18 years of age to audition.

Roles: submit JEDI MASTER / Featured / Male / All Ethnicities / 18-45. Male, 5'8"+. Athletic build, good
physical shape, moves well, sword work a plus. Strong actor with comedic timing and improv skills. Ability to interact and connect with young guests.

No submissions necessary, please attend Open Call."