Walt Disney World theme parks will begin their reopens in stages beginning July 11, and with that many cast members have expressed concern over whether the reopening should be delayed due to increased COVID-19 case numbers.
According to WFTV, Walt Disney World is not only moving forward with the reopening, but would also love to reopen with live shows. Disney’s statement says: “As we reopen our theme parks, we would like to include live shows. We have heard from many cast members who are eager to return; however, the Actors’ Equity Association has not accepted the terms of the recall that affect our ability to invite these cast members at this time. The health and wellness of our cast members and guests is a top priority for us, and our theme park reopening plan has been approved by county and state officials. “
Kate Shindle, president of the Actors’ Equity Association, which represents the more than 700 singers, actors, dancers, and stage directors who are an integral part of the shows at Walt Disney World, said this: “Not everyone is being returned immediately, but we have to get it right, hopefully before someone comes back. “
When the official list of attractions, shows and shopping that would be available at the reopening of Walt Disney World theme parks, shows like Turtle Talk with Crush on EPCOT and the Lion King Festival at Disney’s Animal Kingdom were listed. Since the list was launched, they have been silently removed.
