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Cast member interactions

PAC Cast Member

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Do you have a shy child in your group? A Disney vacation may either help get them out of their shell or push them further into it. Aside from character interactions, there are a couple of instances where you may find cast members interacting with the kids. When looking for volunteers to be a part of a show, or dancing along a parade route, it’s all in good fun but some kids are not comfortable interacting with people they don’t know.

As with character interactions, a simple “he/she is really shy” will be enough to let the cast member know that the child isn’t having it, and they will absolutely not be offended by this. Another solution is to explain to the kids that cast members are alright to talk to even though they are technically strangers. (Some parents actually encourage their kids to get comfortable talking to cast members so they know who to go to in the event that they are separated while visiting the parks. One great way to do this is to show your child what a cast member name tag looks like at the beginning of the trip and explain that anyone wearing that is okay to talk to, especially if you are separated and need help).

Pyrotechnics

Wishes

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In most cases, the whole family will love the fireworks but like some other larger than life theme park experiences some kids may find the bright lights and loud sounds frightening. Pyrotechnics can be extra scary for some kids depending on the context of the attraction or show as well. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular for instance, while not often classified as “scary” can sometimes frighten young kids during the scenes that feature explosions.

Aside from avoiding these shows altogether, the best way to approach this with a child you think may be frightened is to explain to them beforehand that it is just for show and not actually dangerous. During the show you may find it best to sit a little ways back from the front. You may have a better fireworks viewing experience from a monorail resort or the front end of Main Street instead of right in front of the castle, and Indiana Jones may be better experienced from the back couple of rows of the theater. 

 
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