Disneyland’s Characters and Parade Performers Successfully Unionize

Workers who suit up as Disney characters for theme parks and parades formed the Magic United group to secure better pay and improved safety conditions.

May 19, 2024 · 1 min · 49 words · Kenneth Walker

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NEW: Disneyland workers are exposing the reality of their jobs.

These workers are on the front lines of the Guest experience, she said.

Image: Actors Equity Association

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