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Disneyland Cast Members Petition for Union Election

**Cast members at Disneyland** who portray Disney characters and entertain guests have taken the first step to unionize, filing a petition and gathering enough signatures for a union election. The workers are seeking improved working conditions and have requested a vote for union representation. In response, Disney has expressed support for the workers’ right to a confidential vote.

Quick Facts

• More than two-thirds of roughly 1,700 eligible Disney performers have signed union authorization cards and election petition with the National Labor Relations Board.
• The workers, known as Magic United, aim for higher pay, safe workplace, and transparency in scheduling and rehiring.
• The union would be formed under Actors’ Equity Association, representing theatrical performers at Disney theme parks in Florida.

Workers who bring Disney characters to life at the entertainment giant’s West Coast amusement parks stated that they have gathered enough signatures to unionize. More than two-thirds of roughly 1,700 eligible Disney performers have signed their union authorization cards and election petition with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and are ready to move on to the next step, which would be to hold a vote on union representation.

The workers also have asked The Walt Disney Company to recognize their union, which they are calling “Magic United,” but have not received a response. Magic United’s main demands include higher pay, a safe and sanitary workplace, and transparency in scheduling and rehiring, according to the group.

Most of the more than 35,000 workers at Disneyland Resort already have unions. Parade and character workers announced their plans to unionize in February to address safety concerns and scheduling, among other issues.

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