Polar Express Cast Member: Chef/Elf/Hero Kid

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is seeking Cast Members for The Polar Express Train Ride in Durango, CO. Cast Members, including Chefs, Elves, and Heroes, entertain guests in 55-minute shows with 3 performances per night during the season.

Responsibilities include entertaining guests, boarding/de-boarding, handling props, and performing with high energy; evening, weekend, and holiday shifts required; prior acting or dancing is helpful.

Qualifications

• Must be able to talk to crowds of up to 50 people.
• Acting experience preferred but required.
• Dancing experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to sing and lead carols.
• Able to maintain high energy through up to 4 performances over 5 hours.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Will be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Entertain 24-42 guests per show, 3-4 shows per night using provided script and improvisational moments.
• Safely board and de-board guests.
• Clean and inventory props.
• Transport necessary props and guest amenities to the Train.
• Other duties as necessary.

Skills

Public speaking

Acting

Dancing

Singing

Stamina

Job description

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is seeking Cast Members for The Polar Express Train Ride in Durango, CO. Cast Members, including Chefs, Elves, and Heroes, entertain guests in 55-minute shows with 3 performances per night during the season.

Responsibilities include entertaining guests, boarding/de-boarding, handling props, and performing with high energy; evening, weekend, and holiday shifts required; prior acting or dancing is helpful.